Dr. Patel’s office was decorated minimally, with a single potted plant on the desk and a small window letting in the overcast light. « I’ve seen this behavior before, » she said, pulling up a chair next to me. She opened the file folder, its contents a mix of charts and notes. « Luna might be experiencing stress or discomfort. » Her words were measured, designed to inform rather than alarm. I nodded, my mind racing through every interaction I’d had with Luna over the past few months. « Have there been any changes at home? » she asked. « Any new pets, changes in routine, or stressors? » I paused, considering. « Well, I started working from home more often, » I replied, « and we’ve had some renovations done. » Dr. Patel nodded, noting something down. « Cats are sensitive creatures, and even subtle changes can affect them greatly, » she explained. « Monitoring her behavior closely will be key. » I could feel the weight of responsibility settle on my shoulders. « We’ll run a few more tests, just to rule out any underlying medical issues, » Dr. Patel said, her tone reassuring. As I left the office, the envelope still clutched in my hand, I realized this was only the beginning of understanding Luna’s silent language.
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