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An Orange Cat Is Wrapped in Yarn From Head to Paws

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An orange longhaired cat named Marmalade sits in a swirl of orange and cream yarn, and her green eyes are turned up with wide-eyed innocence. The yarn loops over her shoulders and paws, and the knitting basket lies tipped on its side with balls of yarn scattered around the floor. A rug, a pair of shoes and some clutter fill the room behind her. It looks like she got a brand-new sweater.

Cats are natural hunters, and moving string and yarn trigger their instinct to pounce and pull. A ball of wool rolls, trails and bounces like prey, so it is nearly impossible to resist. Longhaired cats like Marmalade can also get tangled easily, which makes grooming and supervision important. Regular play with wand toys can give a cat the thrill of the chase without the mess. Many cats also like the warmth and softness of wool, which makes a basket of yarn feel like a cozy bed as well as a toy.

Yarn and string are dangerous if swallowed, because they can cause serious blockages in the intestines. If a cat has eaten string or you see some hanging from her mouth, do not pull on it, and call your vet right away. Keep craft supplies in a closed bin, and offer safe toys instead.

Marmalade sits quietly in her woolly web, looking like a very small queen in a very large scarf. The knitting project will have to wait.

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