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The Teddy Bear Lost the Match to a Spotted Bengal

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The teddy bear has seen better days. He lies in tatters on a blue blanket with his stuffing pulled out in fluffy tufts, and right next to him a spotted Bengal stretches out, head turned away, looking off into the distance. His golden, leopard-like coat is full of dark rosettes, and his eyes are narrowed in what looks like calm indifference.

A toy dinosaur, a glass of water, a set of keys, and a heap of kids' clothes litter the room behind him. It is the kind of lived-in family room where a plush toy can disappear in an instant.

Bengals are descended from crosses with a small wild cat, and they are known for their athletic build, stamina, and energy. They need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation, or they will make their own entertainment. Plush toys are a common target, since cats like to grab them with their front claws and kick with their back legs, just as they would with prey. Check stuffed toys for loose eyes and stuffing, and take away anything that is ripped up so it is not swallowed. Offer cat-safe plush toys instead, and talk to your vet if your cat is eating fabric.

The Bengal does not look guilty at all. He wears the cool expression of a hunter who simply won the match.

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