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A Fluffy Black Cat Stood Up on Two Legs and Took the Whole Bun

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Standing on her back legs with both paws wrapped around a bitten bun, a fluffy black cat stares at the camera with enormous round eyes. Her whiskers fan out, her fur is a little wild, and the crumbly edge of the bread shows exactly where she has been nibbling. Behind her, a cluttered living space glows in lamplight, with a mug, a metal bottle, a set of keys, and a basket of laundry on the table and floor.

Cats are natural opportunists, and a bun left on a table smells irresistible. Many cats are curious about bread, and a few bites will usually not cause harm, but bread offers little nutrition and lots of carbohydrates for an animal that is built to eat meat. Some breads include garlic, onions, raisins, or seeds that can be harmful, and raw dough is dangerous because it can swell in the stomach. Store bread in a closed box or cupboard, and keep your table clear while you step away. Cats can also stand up on their hind legs to look at something interesting, like this one, which is a good reminder that tall counters are not always out of reach. If she eats something that concerns you, call your vet.

She holds that bun like a treasure she is not planning to give back. At least the pose, one paw on each side, deserves a little bit of applause.

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