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The Paint Can Was Left Open. The Silver Tabby Left Footprints.

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White paint is everywhere, and a silver tabby is right in the middle of it. Splashes dot her striped coat, a bright dab sits on the tip of her nose, and long whiskers hold tiny drops. A paint can lies on its side next to her with a spreading puddle on the wood floor, and small white paw prints lead away from it. Her green eyes look up at you with a worried, guilty expression. A toy mouse lies on a rug behind her. We'll call her Dot.

Paint is a real hazard for pets, and a spill like this deserves quick attention. Many paints contain chemicals that can irritate a cat's skin or harm her if she licks her fur, and cats groom themselves constantly. If your cat gets into paint, don't use solvents or harsh cleaners on her coat, and call your vet or a pet poison hotline right away for advice. When you're painting, keep pets in a closed, well-ventilated room away from open cans and wet surfaces. American Shorthairs are sturdy, easygoing cats, which is part of why they handle household messes with such calm.

Dot's expression says she realizes this isn't going well. She's sitting very still and trying not to leave more footprints. The floor may never be the same, but at least the cat can be cleaned up with the right care.

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