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Grandpa Ken Started Humming in the Kitchen. Domino's Tail Joined In.

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Something in this kitchen has Domino's tail going like a metronome. The tuxedo cat stands on the counter with his ears perked and his tail swishing so fast it has turned into a blur, while Grandpa Ken leans over him in an olive sweater and blue collar, laughing with obvious delight. The kitchen is warm and lived-in, with honey-colored wooden cabinets, sheer curtains over the window, a dish rack by the sink, and a bowl of oranges and garlic bulbs on the counter. Whatever tune Ken was humming, Domino seems to be keeping the beat.

A swishing cat tail doesn't mean the same thing as a wagging dog tail. A tail held high with a slight curve at the tip usually signals a happy, confident cat, while fast, sweeping swishes can mean excitement, focus, or rising irritation, depending on the rest of the body. Pay attention to the ears and eyes: forward ears and soft eyes are friendly, while flattened ears and a thrashing tail suggest the cat wants space. As for counters, many households prefer to keep cats off them for hygiene and safety around hot stoves and sharp knives. Offering a tall cat tree nearby with a good view of the action is a popular way to satisfy a cat's love of high perches.

Domino may be bending the counter rules today, but he's clearly enjoying the kitchen party. Ken doesn't seem to mind sharing the dance floor.

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