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A fluffy orange longhair cat lies in a bed of crumpled brown paper beside large rolls on a cluttered living room floor. 36 / 38

A Ginger Cat Turned the Wrapping Paper Into a Cozy Little Nest

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Brown wrapping paper has been pulled and crumpled into a cozy nest, and a fluffy ginger cat lies in the middle of it, paws tucked neatly under her chest. Two tall rolls frame the scene, and a tiny smile plays on her face as she looks directly into the camera with golden eyes. Behind her, the room is a creative muddle: a cardboard box, a roll of tape, a pair of reading glasses, a mug, and a houseplant in a sunny window.

Paper nests are a cat classic. The crinkle of paper sounds a lot like small prey rustling, and the edges make a snug, enclosed spot that feels safe and warm. Long-haired cats like this ginger beauty also enjoy something to burrow into. Paper by itself is usually harmless, but tape, ribbon, and staples can be dangerous if swallowed, so clean up scraps as you work and keep scissors in a drawer. Offer a paper bag with the handles removed or a cardboard box as a bed, and remember that long-haired cats need regular brushing to keep their coats free of mats. A short play session before you start wrapping can help her settle. If she swallows tape or ribbon, call your vet.

She looks completely comfortable, which is nice, because she is currently the most relaxed thing in the room. The wrapping can wait for another day.

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