| Most people believe that cats are independent, | | | | disturbing notion. The writer had submitted a |
| aloof and solitary creatures. Nothing could be | | | | question about her "annoying" cat, who wouldn't |
| further from the truth. While many cats do live | | | | leave her alone, was always following her around |
| that way, it's not because they choose it. It's | | | | and trying to rub on her. (So much for a cat's |
| because it was forced on them. And once | | | | "subtle" signs.) Good grief... what do these owners |
| habituated to that lifestyle, they are less likely to | | | | want? A quiet furball that sits quietly, snoozing, |
| accept a companion, thus "proving" to everyone | | | | until they demand some play time or cuddle time? |
| that they are independent, aloof and solitary. | | | | What should the cat do between demands? Well, |
| In reality, cats are very social and crave | | | | here's what they do: they learn to hide or settle |
| companionship. It's why they are wonderful pets. | | | | down in a corner or a closet, and eventually, |
| People who need someone to love them | | | | never interact with their owner. Soon, these |
| unconditionally will find it in a cat. Dogs fulfill this | | | | owners get the idea that cats don't enjoy being |
| need also, but in different ways. Dogs will openly | | | | with people. |
| adore a person, in ways that are more obvious, | | | | If someone has a cat that wants to play more |
| while cats appear to be more reserved. Cats also | | | | often than they are willing to participate, then |
| adore their people, but the signs are often missed | | | | perhaps they should consider getting the cat a pal. |
| because many people don't really pay enough | | | | At least the two cats can keep each other |
| attention to their cats to understand their more | | | | company and play together, relieving the owner |
| subtle signs. | | | | of any obligation to be part of their lives. |
| In fact, a recent comment on a blog revealed a | | | | |