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What are the dangers with string cat toys? - Alfred Cats

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There are many danger regarding yarn and string toys. There is the danger of choking by swallowing a yarn toy. In addition, the threads of the toy can become imbedded in the tissues of your cat, in its stomach and in its mouth. Furthermore, there is a danger that your cat will get tangled in the string, panic, and eventually hurt himself.

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