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Dottie Held Up an Ice Cream Cone. Marigold Locked Eyes With It.

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The cone is swirled high with pale ice cream, and Dottie holds it up with a gentle smile, silver braid over her shoulder. Marigold lies stretched across the kitchen table in the lamplight, her white chest and orange-and-black patches shining, nose lifted and eyes fixed on the treat. Dottie's glasses rest beside a mug on the table, a basket of blankets sits nearby, and a cheerful plant spills from a pot. The moment feels suspended, as if both of them know exactly what this meeting is about.

Cats are famous for their interest in dairy, but milk and ice cream are not good choices for most of them. After kittenhood, many cats have trouble digesting lactose, which can lead to an upset stomach. Ice cream also carries a lot of sugar, and some flavors, such as chocolate, are dangerous for pets, as are sweeteners found in certain sugar-free treats. If you want to give your cat something special, a small bit of cooked plain chicken or a treat made for cats is much safer. When in doubt about what is safe, your vet is the best person to ask.

Marigold is not interested in nutrition advice at the moment. She is interested in the cone and in the patience of the person holding it. Dottie, who knows better, enjoys her treat while her friend enjoys the view.

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