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A White Cat Sits Beside a Fallen Sandwich With a Tiny Smile

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There is a sandwich on the tile floor with one big bite missing, and a fluffy white cat is sitting beside it with her paws tucked under her chest. Her green eyes are half closed in a calm, small smile, as though she had nothing to do with it. The lettuce, a slice of tomato, and a piece of ham spill from the bread, and crumbs are scattered across the floor. Behind her, a canvas bag with vegetables sits on its side, slippers rest by the cabinet, and a plant sits in the sunny window.

Cats are obligate carnivores, which means they need meat in their diet, and the smell of ham or turkey can be hard for them to ignore. Still, human sandwiches are not ideal for cats. Deli meats can be very salty, and some ingredients, such as onions, garlic, and certain sauces, are harmful to them. It is best to keep food on high shelves or in closed containers, and to offer cat treats instead. If your cat eats something unusual and seems unwell, call your vet. Some cats also learn quickly where the groceries go, so keeping bags off the floor helps.

The little smile is what makes it. She appears perfectly content with her morning, and not in the least bit sorry. The lettuce is still on the floor, and she seems to feel that this proves she was only interested in the good part.

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