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Victorian portrait of a tortoiseshell cat in a pith helmet and green coat holding a brass telescope, maps on a desk behind. 20 / 20

The Tortoiseshell Explorer Packed a Telescope and a Tin of Treats

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A tan pith helmet shades the tortoiseshell explorer's eyes, and her face, swirled with black, orange and brown, has the intense focus of a seasoned adventurer. She wears a deep green velvet coat with embroidered cuffs, a gold waistcoat and a green cravat, and she holds a brass telescope across her lap in both paws. Behind her, a Victorian study overflows with rolled maps, old books, a leather satchel and a brass pocket compass on the desk, with patterned green wallpaper and a velvet curtain in the background.

Cats are natural explorers, and a bored indoor cat will invent expeditions around the house. Giving your cat new things to investigate keeps her mind busy: cardboard boxes, paper bags with the handles removed, a window perch with a bird feeder outside or a puzzle feeder with treats inside. Many cats also enjoy a harness and leash for supervised outdoor strolls, if they are introduced slowly and with patience. A secure window screen is important, since cats can slip through gaps or fall. Rotate toys every few days so they feel new again. Cats also enjoy the chance to climb, so shelves and a tall tree let her survey the territory. If her curiosity suddenly fades, mention it to your vet.

The expedition has been planned, the telescope is ready and the supplies include one small tin of treats.

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