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Pebble Followed Grandpa Around the Kitchen During Dinner Prep

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Grandpa stands at a cluttered kitchen counter in a brown cardigan, picking through a bowl of onions with a thoughtful look. Pebble stands on her hind legs beside him with a paw on the cabinet, round face upturned and golden eyes wide. A paper-towel roll, wooden spoons, and a bowl of fruit crowd the counter, and a window lets in soft light.

The kitchen looks warm and lived in, with a dishrack and jars along the wall. Pebble's tail curls behind her and her whiskers point forward, and she looks like she is waiting to be told what is for dinner.

Cooking time is when many cats take a strong interest in their people. It is a good time to remember that onions, garlic, and chives are harmful to cats, even in small amounts, so keep them out of reach and clear any scraps from the floor. Cats can also burn themselves on hot stoves, so keep her off the counter while you cook. A little treat in her own bowl gives her a reason to wait politely. If she ever eats something unsafe, call your vet right away.

Dinner will come together in a little while, and Pebble will be there for every step. Some helpers do their best work from just a few feet away. Eventually a bit of her own supper will land in her bowl, and she will accept it as though it was her idea all along.

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