A Tabby Kitten Inspects the Gingerbread House and Takes Notes
A brown tabby kitten has come face to face with a gingerbread house, and neither is moving. The little house has white icing along the roof edges, red and green candy dots, and a tiny arched door. The kitten sits on the wooden table with wide amber eyes aimed at the front of it. A few crumbs lie near the towel, and past them the kitchen shelves, a window, and a small tree catch the light.
A gingerbread house is a fine thing to look at, but not to eat, if you are a pet. Many gingerbread recipes contain nutmeg, which can be toxic to cats and dogs in large amounts, and the candy decorations are often sugary or contain things animals should not have. Icing and chocolate pieces are also off-limits. If a curious kitten has been licking or chewing, remove the treat and call your vet if you are worried. Better to display the house on a high shelf or beneath a clean cover, and keep counters clear of crumbs. Cats are natural explorers and will check out anything new on the table, so a designated cat-friendly perch nearby keeps them happy.
Tabby kittens also have the classic M mark on the forehead, which gives them an extra-thoughtful expression here.
The house stays standing, and the kitten remains very, very interested.
