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A blue-grey Russian Blue cat holds a hot dog bun in its mouth on a speckled kitchen floor, ears flattened. 26 / 32

The Hot Dogs Were Ready. The Russian Blue Took the Bun and Ran.

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A blue-grey Russian Blue sits on the speckled kitchen floor with a long hot dog bun clamped sideways in her mouth. Her emerald eyes look up at the camera, and her ears are tilted back as if she knows she has been seen. A few crumbs lie around her paws, a green dish towel hangs off the edge of the table behind her, and a bowl and some jars wait in the sun-warmed background. Her short silvery coat shines. We'll call her Smoky, and she is not ready to give up the bun.

Russian Blues are known as gentle, intelligent and quiet cats with a reserved side, though they can get surprisingly bold around food. They often form close bonds with their people and enjoy routine. A bun isn't poisonous in a small bite, but bread has little nutritional value for a cat, and any toppings like onions, garlic or heavy sauces can be harmful. Offering a small, cat-safe treat as a swap is an easy way to trade for the stolen item. If your cat swallows something large or you're worried, call your vet. Teaching a trade game early helps a lot.

Smoky keeps the bun held high like a prize. She has the confidence of a champion who has just won a very small race. Somewhere nearby, a hot dog is looking for its bun.

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