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Abuela Rosa Hasn't Caught a Fish Yet. Her Calico Is Already Counting on It.

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The dock boards are gray and weathered, the water below is still and green, and the fish are taking their time. Abuela Rosa sits at the edge in a denim shirt and her flowered apron, a simple wooden pole resting in her hands and a hair clip holding her silver bun in place. Next to her, Canela sits close with her fluffy tail curled around her, gazing up at Rosa with wide amber eyes and a look of complete expectation, as if the catch has already been promised to her. Beyond the dock, a house with potted plants and a coiled hose sits under the cloudy sky.

Cats and fishing spots have a long, comical history, but docks call for a little extra caution. Fish hooks, loose fishing line, and bait are real hazards for curious cats. A swallowed hook or a length of line can cause serious injury, so keep tackle boxes closed and never leave baited lines unattended where a cat can reach them. Raw fish is also not an ideal treat; it can carry parasites and bacteria, and some raw fish contain an enzyme that breaks down thiamine, a vitamin cats need. If you want to share a catch, a small piece of plain, fully cooked, boneless fish is a much safer choice as an occasional treat. Most cats are not strong swimmers by choice, so a cat near open water should always be supervised.

Maybe the fish will bite, and maybe they won't. Either way, Rosa has the most loyal fishing partner on the lake.

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