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It Was Too Hot to Cook, So Abuela Rosa Grabbed an Ice Cream Cone. Mango Noticed.

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It is one of those sticky summer afternoons when the kitchen window is open and nothing sounds better than something cold. Abuela Rosa, in a green T-shirt and her rose-print apron, holds a waffle cone piled with vanilla ice cream. Mango has stepped right up on the worn wooden table and pressed his nose against the scoop, eyes half closed in concentration. She watches him with a soft, amused smile, clearly deciding whether this counts as sharing or as theft.

Many cats are drawn to ice cream because of the fat and the cold, creamy texture, but it is not a great snack for them. Most adult cats do not digest lactose well, so dairy can lead to an upset stomach. Ice cream also has a lot of sugar, which cats do not need at all, and some flavors include chocolate or the sweetener xylitol, which are risky for pets. On hot days, cats do better with fresh, cool water, a shady spot, and maybe an ice cube floating in the bowl for a little entertainment. There are also frozen treats made specifically for pets if you want a summer splurge.

So the cone stays mostly with Abuela Rosa, and Mango gets a sniff and a scratch behind the ears instead. Summer has room for both of them in that sunny kitchen, even if only one is eating dessert.

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