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Movie Night Started. Sterling Wasn't Interested in the Movie at All.

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Movie night has officially begun, and one audience member is far more interested in the snacks than the screen. Grandpa sits on the couch holding a ceramic bowl heaped with popcorn, a single kernel balanced in his fingers and a mischievous grin on his face. Beside him, Sterling has gone perfectly still, eyes locked on that bowl with the focus of a seasoned negotiator. Blankets are piled on the couch behind them, and late-afternoon light slants through the window across the living room.

Can cats eat popcorn? A piece or two of plain, air-popped popcorn isn't toxic, but it isn't a good snack either. Butter, salt, oils, and seasonings like garlic powder can upset a cat's stomach or worse, and unpopped kernels and hulls are a choking hazard and can get stuck in teeth. Cats are obligate carnivores, meaning their bodies are built to run on animal protein, so salty human snacks offer them nothing useful. A better plan for movie night is a small handful of cat treats in a separate dish, so your companion feels included without the risk. If you're ever unsure about a food, talk to your vet before sharing.

Judging by that grin, Grandpa might be teasing a little. Still, everyone deserves a snack during the movie. Sterling just needs his own bowl and perhaps a cushion with a better view of the screen.

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