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A Scottish Fold Peeks Over the Edge of His Cardboard Box

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Only the head and paws of the grey Scottish Fold are visible, peeking over the front edge of a cardboard box. His folded ears are flat against his round head, and his orange eyes look upward with a small, guilty expression. The box is a perfect fit, snug and warm in the afternoon light, and behind it a kitchen counter with a plant and a few towels shows that the room is going about its day.

The old rule that if it fits, it sits is very true for cats. A box is a safe hiding place, a cozy bed, and a good lookout all at once, and cats are drawn to snug, enclosed spaces because they feel secure. Many cats seem calmer when they have a box to hide in, though every cat is different. Keeping a few boxes around is a cheap and happy gift for a cat, as long as there are no staples, tape, or small pieces that could be swallowed. Scottish Folds are known for their folded ears and calm personality, and they often enjoy being close to their people.

He looks happy and a little guilty, as though he knows he has taken over the box. It is his now, and he plans to keep it. The delivery was meant for someone else, but the box has found its true owner.

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