Gawain 0 #1 June 23, 2007 Of course the "normal" answer is yes, but my wife, who's had many cats over the years (I've had none) is astonished about how our cat, Tabi doesn't do so many cat-like things: -- He only likes dry cat food -- He doesn't really enjoy cat "treats" -- He doesn't eat fish, doesn't get interested in chicken either -- He doesn't jump up on the table or counter-tops, but he'll enjoy a good nap in a chair -- He likes to play with string, but doesn't get into any hanging "toys" -- Even the trash doesn't interest him So, I'm not complaining at all. He's very well behaved, but I was curious if he's as unusual in behavior as Ayako mentioned (based on her experience with other cats), you know, the mischievous nature of cats and their curiosity. Here are some pics to help you complete the vision...So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright 'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life Make light! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RALFFERS 0 #2 June 23, 2007 some catnip should get him/her goin' Just check how much to give as to avoid health consequences Dialogue/commentary between Divot, Twardo & myself - "from your first Oshkosh when the three of us were riding to or from one of Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gawain 0 #3 June 23, 2007 Quote some catnip should get him/her goin' Just check how much to give as to avoid health consequences I totally forgot to mention that. He doesn't give a sh*t about cat-nip...swear to God. I figured a good session with cat-nip would unwind him, but... So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright 'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life Make light! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RALFFERS 0 #4 June 23, 2007 I saw the pictures and all, but......you sure it's a cat. It could easily be some kind of monster hiding under a well cradted suit. Or maybe it's an alien scoping us out Dialogue/commentary between Divot, Twardo & myself - "from your first Oshkosh when the three of us were riding to or from one of Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sartre 0 #5 June 23, 2007 With the exception of the catnip, you're describing one of my cats perfectly. His brother is into everything, but Squeak (yes, that's his name) is really mellow and also picky about what he eats. The only things he does like are strings. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
darwin143 0 #6 June 24, 2007 My cat used to play fetch with a mouse attached to a balloon string. He also frequently plays hide and seek. All cats are not created equal Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACMESkydiver 0 #7 June 24, 2007 Cats are all freaks. Yours is no different, congratulations. ~Jaye Do not believe that possibly you can escape the reward of your action. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hobie331 0 #8 June 24, 2007 Sounds like a dog in cats clothing. But what do I know? I have two cats that like to play "fetch." It's a gift, I don't try to explain it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zing 2 #9 June 24, 2007 Its all a ruse ... that cat will still eat you if you die at home alone!Zing Lurks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #10 June 24, 2007 Quote but Squeak (yes, that's his name) is really mellow and also picky about what he eats. The only things he does like are strings. There's a theory about that... I'm more you button pusher than a string pullerYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyinchicken 0 #11 June 24, 2007 LMAO My cat is all of the above and, he MAULS every person that walks through the door to death! "Diligent observation leads to pure abstraction". Lari Pittman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuFantasma 0 #12 June 24, 2007 Anyone who doesn't like cats is not using enough oregano.Y yo, pa' vivir con miedo, prefiero morir sonriendo, con el recuerdo vivo". - Ruben Blades, "Adan Garcia" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Derekbox 0 #13 June 24, 2007 I prefer a garlic teryaki myself. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skytash 0 #14 June 25, 2007 mine are a bit like that, only eating dry food and turning their noses up at treats. Cookie sometimes plays fetch, but only with one of his toys and Biscuit follows me around in the house and watches me on the loo if he gets the chance. They both get stoned on catnip though. tashDon't ever save anything for a special occasion. Being alive is a special occasion. Avril Sloe Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jlmiracle 7 #15 June 25, 2007 Quote Quote some catnip should get him/her goin' Just check how much to give as to avoid health consequences I totally forgot to mention that. He doesn't give a sh*t about cat-nip...swear to God. I figured a good session with cat-nip would unwind him, but... My cat wants nothing to do with cat-nip either. She does like her cat treats and tuna, but will eat her dry cat food with a plate of tuna sitting right next. \\ Her favorite toys are a pull-up cord and a gay Jeff Gordon matchbox car. But her attention span is slightly shorter than mine. so playing only lasts about 5 minutes. This is my first cat too, so I'm learning all sorts of new things, like, they don't have routines, she is on a 18 or 30 hour day, not sure which, but it doesn't coincide with my day. jBe kinder than necessary because everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites