How to Cat Proof Your Christmas Tree

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Consider not decorating the tree initially.. Decorate the tree with your cat firmly out of the way.. Choose ornaments less likely to be attractive to your cats.

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Consider not decorating the tree initially.

Step 1

Consider not decorating the tree initially.

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Decorate the tree with your cat firmly out of the way.

Step 2

Decorate the tree with your cat firmly out of the way.

3

Choose ornaments less likely to be attractive to your cats.

Step 3

Choose ornaments less likely to be attractive to your cats.

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Consider not having certain decorations at all.

Step 4

Consider not having certain decorations at all.

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Place decorations that are especially delicate high up on the tree.

Step 5

Place decorations that are especially delicate high up on the tree.

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Attach ornaments to the tree securely.

Step 6

Attach ornaments to the tree securely.

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Use repellant sprays.

Step 7

Use repellant sprays.

8

Be careful with electrical wires and lighting.

Step 8

Be careful with electrical wires and lighting.

9

Distract your cat.

Step 9

Distract your cat.

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Choose a safe location for the tree.

Step 10

Choose a safe location for the tree.

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Consider the size of the tree.

Step 11

Consider the size of the tree.

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Select a strong and unwavering base for holding the tree.

Step 12

Select a strong and unwavering base for holding the tree.

13

Decide whether you want an artificial or real tree.

Step 13

Decide whether you want an artificial or real tree.

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