Contrary to popular belief, cats should not be allowed to play with yarn at least not by themselves. Yarn is often seen as a favorite toy for cats, but the truth is that it can be very dangerous for them. As a general rule of thumb, cats shouldn’t play with yarn if unsupervised. Yarn is usually appealing to cats because of its texture and the way it can come apart. But the yarn could easily get tangled around the cat’s neck and accidentally choke the cat. If the cat is playing with a small piece, the cat could accidentally choke on it or even swallow it. If swallowed there is the danger of the yarn getting stuck in the stomach or tangled up in the intestines, which can mean surgery to repair. The best thing to do is supervise your cat with yarn or to give your cat something else to play with entirely. Ask your pet clinic Plano, TX for additional suggestions.
