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Abuela Rosa Held Up Her Ice Cream Cone. Mango Climbed Up to Inspect.

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On a warm day, Abuela Rosa stands in her sunny kitchen holding a small cone topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. She wears a plaid shirt under a ruffled floral apron, with glasses on and a copper clip in her grey bun, and she smiles down at her visitor. Mango has stood up with both front paws on the counter edge, his flat orange face tipped toward the treat, whiskers fanned and nose twitching. A basket of onions, a bowl of limes and lemons, a mug, and a pile of dish towels crowd the counter. It is a very friendly negotiation, and the cat has a good argument.

Ice cream is not a good treat for cats. Many adult cats are lactose intolerant, so dairy can upset their stomachs, and the sugar is of no use to them. Some flavors, such as chocolate or anything sweetened with xylitol, can be dangerous. If you want to give a cat a cool treat on a hot day, ask your vet about options made for cats or a few ice cubes in his water bowl. Exotic Shorthairs can overheat because of their flat faces, so shade, fresh water, and a cool room are the best summer help. Keep treats small and occasional.

Rosa enjoys her cone, and Mango enjoys the aroma. The summer afternoon is sweet enough for both of them without sharing.

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