20 Hilariously Claw-Some Ways People Cat-Proofed Their Christmas Trees This Year

Christmas trees and cats have been at odds for as long as we’ve been putting shiny ornaments on branches.

This year, cat owners are stepping up their game to keep their trees intact and their feline friends out of trouble.

From creative barricades to downright bizarre solutions, people are getting clever with their defenses.

Here are some of the funniest and most inventive ways pet owners are protecting their holiday decor from curious claws and chaotic leaps.

Whether you’re dealing with a tree-climbing daredevil or just here for the laughs, these ideas might inspire your own cat-proofing strategy—or at least make you glad you don’t have to try.

Take a look and see how the internet is fighting back in the ultimate battle of cats versus Christmas.

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