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A Russian Blue Sat Politely Beside the Marshmallow Cocoa

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There is a large white mug on the table, full of cocoa and mini marshmallows, and a blue-gray cat sits right beside it. Her sleek silvery coat looks smooth in the soft light, and her green eyes look off to the side. Pine sprigs and a pinecone decorate the table, a stack of gift boxes and a plaid blanket fill the sofa and a window lets in daylight. Colorful toy blocks sit in the corner of the table.

Hot drinks are a hazard on a cat's table. A cat can burn a tongue or paws on a hot cup, and chocolate is toxic to cats and dogs. Marshmallows are sugary and not good for pets either. Keep mugs covered and away from edges, and call your vet or a pet poison hotline if your cat gets into chocolate. Russian Blues are known for being gentle, quiet and a bit shy, and many like a calm place near their people. A quiet seat by the action is just what this one has found.

A cat beside a cup makes a cozy winter picture. She seems to be perfectly content to enjoy the warmth and the smell from a few inches away, a model of good manners. The cocoa is safe for now, and a lap awaits her afterward. It is a sweet moment on a quiet holiday afternoon.

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