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A Scottish Fold Froze in the Middle of a Paper Towel River

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A silver tabby Scottish Fold sits frozen on the floor with huge round eyes, and a long white ribbon of paper towel trails behind her. The empty roll lies on its side, small crumpled pieces dot the boards, and a mug, a pair of gray socks, and a toy block sit nearby. Her folded ears are flat against her round head, and her striped coat is neat. She looks like a cat caught in the middle of an important job.

Scottish Folds are sweet, calm cats with ears that fold forward, a trait that comes from a natural genetic change. They are known for being affectionate and quiet, and they often enjoy being close to their people. Because the same gene can affect their joints, regular checkups with your vet are a good idea. A paper towel roll is irresistible to many cats, since it unrolls with a satisfying tug. Small bits of paper are usually harmless, but call your vet if she swallowed a lot. Putting the roll in a cabinet or holder, and offering her a cardboard tube toy, keeps everyone happy.

She will probably say it was already unrolled when she arrived. The paper will be swept up, and the roll will be replaced, but the look on her round face will stay with everyone who sees it. For a cat who is frozen with surprise, she is also remarkably cute.

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