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A tortoiseshell cat with whipped cream on its nose sits wide-eyed on a counter beside a pie with a slice missing. 23 / 33

A Tortoiseshell Cat Froze With Whipped Cream on Her Nose

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Wide, round eyes and a dollop of whipped cream right on the tip of her nose: the tortoiseshell cat has been caught in the middle of something. A pie sits on the counter beside her with a section missing, and fluffy white cream and golden crumbs lie scattered on the plate. Her fur is a patchwork of black, orange, and caramel, her pointed ears are alert, and she is completely still. Behind her, a gray towel, a folded cloth, and a quiet kitchen wall fill the background in soft light.

A pie on the counter is hard for any pet to resist, and cats are often attracted to the fat and aroma of whipped cream. Dairy is not ideal for most cats, since many of them cannot digest lactose well, and it can cause an upset stomach. Sugary desserts also contain ingredients that can be harmful, such as chocolate, raisins, nutmeg, or artificial sweeteners. Keep desserts covered and out of reach, and give your cat her own treats. If she seems unwell after eating something she should not have, call your vet. A damp cloth can help clean her face afterward.

She seems to know that the cream gave her away, and that makes the picture all the funnier. The wide-eyed freeze is a classic cat move. Her sweet, round face and her small white nose make it difficult to be cross, and the pie is only slightly the worse for wear.

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