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Fresh Sheets, Muddy Paws, and One Very Calm White Cat

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The white duvet had been spotless that morning, and now it is stamped from corner to corner with muddy paw prints. Frost the white Norwegian Forest Cat sits in the middle of the bed, upright and tidy, with her coat as clean as fresh snow, which somehow makes it look even guiltier. Her ears are neat and her eyes slightly narrowed. Behind her stand a bedside table, a gray throw and a wooden dresser, and soft light drifts in from the doorway. She holds her stillness like a cat who has explained herself already.

Norwegian Forest Cats were bred for rugged Scandinavian winters, and they have thick water-resistant coats, tufted paws and strong claws that help them climb trees and walk across snow. Those big furry paws also hold plenty of dirt after outdoor exploring. If your cat goes outside, wiping paws with a damp cloth at the door can keep mud off the furniture, and a washable blanket on the bed makes cleanup easy. Indoor cats can also track in litter, so a mat by the box helps. These cats are generally gentle, sociable and intelligent, and many like to be near their people, which often means the bed. Keep the cat's nails trimmed and ask your vet about the best routine.

Frost will be wiped down with a towel, and the sheets will go in the wash. By evening, she will be back on the bed, just as cozy as ever.

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