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Movie Night Was Going Great Until a Spotted Paw Reached Into the Popcorn

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The lights are low, a soft throw is draped over the back of the couch, and Grandpa has a big ceramic bowl of fluffy popcorn balanced in his hands. He is wearing his olive cable-knit cardigan and glasses, and he is grinning down at the bowl. That is because a striped, spotted paw has just reached over the rim. Jasper the Bengal is perched beside him, front paws braced on the bowl, eyes locked on the popcorn with the focus of a cat who knows exactly what he wants.

Popcorn is a classic movie snack, but it is not an ideal treat for cats. Plain, air-popped popcorn is not considered toxic, yet it offers no real nutritional value for a carnivore. The butter, salt, and seasonings that make popcorn tasty can upset a cat's stomach, and too much salt is not good for pets. Unpopped or partly popped kernels are hard and could be a choking hazard or damage teeth. If your cat loves joining you on the couch, a small cat treat or a favorite toy is a better way to include them. Placing the popcorn bowl out of reach also saves a lot of negotiating.

Every movie night needs a sidekick, and Jasper has appointed himself to the role. The film may be a classic, but the real entertainment in this living room is happening right next to the popcorn bowl.

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