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A Ragdoll Looks Away, Still Wearing a Splash of Blue Paint

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Blue paint spots her cream fur from ears to paws, and a puddle is spreading from the tipped paint can beside her. The cream point Ragdoll has turned her head to the side, her eyes avoiding the camera, and her face wears the look of a cat who is sure that if she stays still, nobody will notice the splatters. A basket, a lamp, and a plant sit in the background of the cozy room.

If a cat gets paint on her coat, it is important to stop her from licking it off. Many paints, thinners, and solvents are harmful if swallowed, and cats groom themselves constantly. Call your vet or a pet poison hotline for advice instead of using harsh solvents on her skin, and keep her away from the paint until you have a plan. Closed cans and a cat-free room during painting are the best prevention. Ragdolls are gentle, relaxed cats, known for going limp when picked up, and most are calm about being handled, which can make a vet visit or cleanup easier. Their long, soft fur does tangle, so regular brushing is a good idea.

She seems calm about the whole thing, and it's almost as if she thinks the paint job is an improvement. A gentle cleanup is the plan, and a very patient helper. She will be as good as new soon.

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