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A Silver Tabby Freezes With a Hot Dog Bun in Her Mouth

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A hot dog bun is stuck firmly in the silver tabby's mouth, and her wide green eyes are frozen on the camera like a deer in headlights. Her striped coat is neat and her whiskers are pushed forward around the bread, with a few crumbs scattered on the wooden table. In the background, a basket of onions, a folded towel, and a plant add to the cozy kitchen scene, and she looks as though she was caught in the middle of a getaway.

Cats are curious about human food, and bread has a soft texture and a warm smell that many of them find appealing. A small bite of plain bread is generally not harmful, but it offers little nutrition. Some buns contain garlic, onion, or raisins, which are unsafe for cats, and the toppings on a hot dog, such as onions, can be dangerous too. If your cat eats something you are not sure about, call your vet. American Shorthairs are healthy, adaptable cats with a long history as working mousers, so they have good instincts for finding food. A tall perch is helpful for keeping them out of the kitchen.

She stands there frozen, wondering how to get out of this. She would like it to be known that she was only borrowing it. The bun is theirs now.

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