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Grandpa Wen Rolled Out Two Dozen Cookies. Misty Wanted a Job in the Bakery.

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Neat rows of cookie dough balls fill the baking sheet, a dusting of flour covers the countertop, and a mixing bowl still holds the last scoops of batter. Grandpa Wen, in a tan sweater vest with sleeves pushed up, carefully places another ball on the tray. Misty sits right in the middle of the action, her silky white and gray coat just inches from the flour bowl, gazing up at him with wide blue eyes as if she's waiting for an official taste-testing role. Warm window light glows across the cluttered, homey kitchen.

Baking with a curious cat around takes a little extra care. Raw cookie dough isn't safe for pets, because raw flour and raw eggs can carry bacteria, and many recipes include ingredients that are harmful, such as chocolate, raisins, and certain nuts. Some sugar-free baking products contain xylitol, which is dangerous to dogs and isn't a good idea for cats either. Hot ovens and trays fresh out of the oven pose burn risks, so it's best to keep cats off counters while baking. A designated stool or a window perch nearby lets a cat feel included without being in harm's way. If a cat licks up some raw dough or anything chocolatey, talk to your vet.

Ragdolls are known for wanting to be involved in everything their people do. Kitchen projects are no exception, and their calm temperament makes them surprisingly patient spectators.

When the cookies come out golden and warm, the kitchen will smell wonderful. Misty can enjoy the aroma and a cat treat while Grandpa Wen enjoys the cookies.

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