A Cream Persian Leaves Frosting Footprints Across the Kitchen
The cream Persian gazes upward with round copper eyes, looking soft as a cloud and utterly sweet, while both front paws are smothered in thick white frosting. Crumbs of yellow cake dot the kitchen tiles around, and a counter above holds a bowl and a cutting board. The tiny pink nose gives nothing away. The paws, however, tell the whole tale.
Persian cats are known as calm, gentle companions who like a quiet life and a comfortable lap, but even the most ladylike cat can be tempted by a smell that sweet. Sugary frosting and cake are not a healthy snack for cats, and some ingredients such as chocolate and artificial sweeteners can be harmful. Cats can't taste sweetness the way people do, but they often like the creamy fat. Keep desserts covered, and wipe sticky paws gently with a damp cloth, since cats will lick them clean. Persians also need regular brushing, so check long fur for sticky spots, and ask your vet if you're worried about anything your cat ate.
The cake will need some careful repairs before the guests arrive. The Persian, meanwhile, is surveying her fluffy kingdom with calm and elegance, one frosted paw carefully lifted off the floor, as though frosting were the latest fashion. If there is a silver lining, it is that frosting wipes off cats easily, and she will not be shy about licking up the rest.
