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By Janet Tobiassen Crosby, DVM, About.com Guide to Veterinary Medicine since 1999

My Cat Ate A String - Should I Be Worried?

Friday July 15, 2005
Cats love to "hunt and catch prey", even if they never set foot outside. String, yarn, and "fishing pole" type of cat toys are popular ways to interact with and excercise your cat, but if left unsupervised, can be dangerous if your cat eats the string (called a linear foreign body). Find out why and what to look for in this FAQ.

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