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The Pancakes Were for Grandma. Pebble Had Been Waiting Very Politely.

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Early light and the smell of butter fill Ruth's little kitchen. She bends over the old gas range, spatula in hand, coaxing a golden pancake around a well-worn skillet. Her quilted vest is zipped over a soft beige sweater, and her glasses have slid halfway down her nose in concentration. Just off to the side, perched on a stool, Pebble the grey Scottish Fold sits perfectly upright with his paws together, eyes locked on the pan. He hasn't made a sound. He is simply being very, very polite in the hope that politeness pays. A carton of eggs, a basket of garlic, and a jar of wooden spoons crowd the counters around them.

Polite waiting is sweet, but stovetops and cats are a risky mix. Gas flames, hot pans, and spattering butter can all cause burns, and cats who jump onto counters can knock handles or singe whiskers. Many cat owners teach a 'kitchen station' instead, a stool or mat a safe distance from the stove where the cat gets praise or a treat for staying put. As for sharing, plain pancake is not toxic, but rich, buttery, or sugary foods aren't good for cats and can upset their stomachs. A cat-safe treat from the cupboard makes a better breakfast reward.

Pebble's manners are impeccable, and Ruth surely notices. Whether he gets a crumb or a proper cat treat, he has earned at least a scratch behind those famous folded ears.

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