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A Birman Won't Meet Anyone's Eye, and the Treats Say Why

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The seal point Birman is looking at literally anything but us. Her white paws are tucked in front of her, her blue eyes drift toward a far corner of the room, and a torn paper bag of treats sits open beside her with crunchy morsels scattered over the rug and floorboards. A pair of slippers and a laundry basket sit in the background, as if the household had no idea what was coming.

Treat bags are famously tempting to cats. The smell is strong, the crinkly paper is fun to bat and tear, and a cat does not need thumbs to rip a hole in a thin bag with sharp little claws. Many cats also learn the sound of a treat bag very quickly and will come running from another room at the first rustle.

It helps to keep treats in a sealed container instead of an easily torn bag, and to remember that treats should be a small part of a cat's daily food. Too many extras can add up and may cause weight gain over time. If a cat has eaten far more than usual, soft stools or a tummy upset can follow, so talk to your vet if you are worried.

Birmans are gentle, social cats with silky coats and a reputation for being sweet-natured. This one has the look of someone who knows she has been caught, and who has decided that polite silence is her best option. The treats may be gone soon, but the dignity is fully intact.

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