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A Sphynx Takes Over Dinner Prep From the Stovetop

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Standing on all four paws on the black grates of the stove, a pink Sphynx peers into the camera with large, pale green eyes and a tilted head. A shiny pan sits beside her, a few crumbs dotting the burners, and the kitchen counter behind is full of life: onions, garlic, a cutting board, a bunch of herbs, and a dish towel.

Her wrinkled skin and giant ears make her look like a curious little gargoyle, and her expression is hard to read. She might be asking about dinner, or she might be wondering why you are standing there.

Cats love high places, and a kitchen counter or stove often seems like a good observation post with fascinating smells. The danger is real, though. A stove top can be hot even after the burner is turned off, and a hairless cat has bare skin that burns easily. If a cat likes to prowl the kitchen, many people make the stove unavailable by covering the burners, using knob covers, and giving the cat a better perch, such as a tall tree by the window. Keep food, especially onions, garlic, and fatty leftovers, away from curious mouths. A cat who gets into something harmful should be seen by a vet.

Today the burners are cold and the pan is empty, so the only thing at risk is the cook's pride. The Sphynx stays put, ready to supervise whatever comes next.

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