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Here's a PSA for those who, like me, are new to cats. Paper bags with handles (which 90% of my takeout orders come in these days) are more dangerous than they appear. I knew from reading sites like this that I shouldn't leave them out for her to get into unattended, because kitty could get herself tangled in the handle. But I didn't realize how quickly it could happen.
I got takeout tonight and my kitty managed to get herself caught in the bag while I was still enjoying my takeout. She did it right in front of me and there was no way I could help her because she panicked, darted off, tumbled down the stairs in the bag, and ran some more before extricating herself. It was terrifying to watch (but hilarious in retrospect). Luckily, she seems no worse for the wear, but lesson learned. I would have put the bag away when I was done eating, but now I know: Put the bag away right away.
I got takeout tonight and my kitty managed to get herself caught in the bag while I was still enjoying my takeout. She did it right in front of me and there was no way I could help her because she panicked, darted off, tumbled down the stairs in the bag, and ran some more before extricating herself. It was terrifying to watch (but hilarious in retrospect). Luckily, she seems no worse for the wear, but lesson learned. I would have put the bag away when I was done eating, but now I know: Put the bag away right away.