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A British Shorthair Kept Watch Over the Gingerbread House

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The gingerbread house is finished, with white icing, red and green candies and a pretzel door, and a plump blue-gray British Shorthair sits beside it, staring off to the side. Her round cheeks and copper eyes give her a thoughtful look. Behind her is a sunny kitchen table with tissues, craft supplies and a small bunny toy on a shelf. It looks as though the baker has stepped away and the cat is on watch.

Gingerbread houses are fun to make but not for pets to eat. They are full of sugar, icing and candy that can upset an animal's stomach, and sometimes include ingredients like raisins, chocolate or sweeteners that are dangerous. Keep the house out of reach and cover it when you leave the room. British Shorthairs are calm, easygoing cats with a plush coat and a sturdy build, and they are less likely to jump up on counters than some breeds, though many will if there is something interesting. Talk to your vet about healthy treats.

The cat and the house look like a pair, both round and cozy. She sits quietly, keeping an eye on the candy roof. Nobody will be taking a bite out of it today if she has anything to say about it, though she may be tempted to give the roof a very thorough sniff.

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