A pamphlet of feline opinion · est. mmxxv
Pete, the resident feline critic
The Pete Gazette
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Lead Review · From: Sundaymot
Field Hospital Seized; Toddler's Tools Remain Beneath Contempt
Our critic retreats from the plastic stethoscope horrors but claims the canvas bag as a fortified command post worthy of a nap.

So, my human has presented me with this... "Doctor Kit" from a brand called Sundaymot, which sounds like a company that sells discount garden gnomes. It is, quite clearly, not for me. It's a collection of plastic and wooden implements designed to let the small, loud human play-act a scenario that is my literal nightmare: the vet's office. It has a stethosco…

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Image of Sundaymot Doctor Kit for Kids, 34 Pcs Pretend Playset for Toddlers, Doctor kit for Toddlers 3-5, with Medical Bag, Stethoscope and Other Accessories, for Boys and Girls Fun Role Playing Game
Fig. 1 — the subject
Pete's Verdict
★★☆☆☆
The bag is mine. Everything else: confiscated.
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