puss

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Here are four things to know about the purr-fect puss who over the years has charmed his way into the hearts of some of the world's top politicians.

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

"If you come into contact with a puss caterpillar, remove the broken-off spines by using cellophane tape or a commercial facial peel, and call your doctor," the health system notes.

From Fox News • Oct. 12, 2020

It’s normal for Day to get reports of a few puss caterpillars a year, but he has already received about 20 inquiries — 10 times what he usually gets.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 10, 2020

Three days later the pilfering puss produced another two pairs.

From BBC • Jul. 14, 2020

It was in a sort of fury, with its eyes savage, and all its hairs bristling out like a cat’s tail when puss is on the war-path.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker