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Cream Exotic Shorthair cat with peanut butter smeared on its nose and mouth, sitting beside an open jar on a kitchen counter. 1 / 37

The Peanut Butter Jar Was Open. The Cat Swears She Has No Idea Why.

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Wide copper eyes, a flat little face, and a thick smear of peanut butter right across the nose and chin. This cream Exotic Shorthair is sitting bolt upright on the kitchen counter, the open jar just inches away, crumbs scattered across the granite and a lid tossed aside like evidence nobody bothered to hide. The expression says pure surprise, as if the cat cannot imagine how that sticky mustache got there.

Exotic Shorthairs are often described as the easygoing cousin of the Persian. They share the round face and stocky build but wear a short, plush coat that is much easier to keep tidy. Most are calm, affectionate, and happy to follow their people from room to room, which explains how one might end up on a counter during snack time. Their flat faces do mean a little extra care: wiping around the eyes and nose keeps tear stains and food residue from building up. As for the snack itself, peanut butter is not a good cat treat. It is sticky, heavy, and some versions contain xylitol, a sweetener that is dangerous to pets. If your cat gets into something unusual, talk to your vet.

Still, it is hard to stay stern with a face like this. Somewhere a sandwich is missing its main ingredient, and the prime suspect is wearing it. A warm washcloth, a firmly closed pantry, and maybe a cat-safe treat as a peace offering should set things right again.

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