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Congrats on the new kitty, Flex. Men with cats are bad-***. Vikings had cats. Ernest Hemingway had cats. It is very manly to have a toody tat.
Math Is Hard said:Congrats on the new kitty, Flex. Men with cats are bad-***. Vikings had cats. Ernest Hemingway had cats. It is very manly to have a toody tat.
FlexGunship said:I went home for lunch and she was still in there. She didn't eat or do anything while I was gone! I pulled her out (purring) and we had lunch together. I microwaved meatloaf for me and put her food dish next to me on the couch. After staring at me eating for a while, she ate some of her own food. It was the first food she's eaten since I got her.
Then she sneezed all over me.
Adorable.
Dembadon said:You're making me want to get a cat. But since my wife is allergic, I will live vicariously through you if that's alright.
FlexGunship said:Sure, does that give me a semi-socially-acceptable excuse to keep talking... about... my...
oh my god
Not at all. An inside cat is a cat that is protected from run-ins with larger predators, and is more likely to live a long and healthy life. Also, some cats kill just because they can. This behavior wreaks havoc on ground-nesting birds, rabbits, etc. At our last house, there were no wrens or ruffed grouse, even though our dead-end street backed onto a dense forest. Too many "outdoor" cats.Nikitin said:isn't it a bit heartless to keep a cat inside all the time?
FlexGunship said:EDIT: I think she was doing her impression of the Firefox logo.
Nikitin said:Yeah, sure it lives in a golden cage, but if ones cat is running amok in the house, the cat is probably stressed and unhappy..
TylerH said:I'd say it depends on the cat. I've had cats that love the outside, and would run out the door at every chance. But, I've also had a cat that wouldn't stay outside if you threw him out.
Sorry to hear that Simon was killed Turbo, Luna could have doubled as his sister. So sad...turbo said:My cousin's cat Simon was mostly indoor, but she let him outside daily. Unfortunately, he was torn to shreds one day by a Rottweiler that had gotten off-leash.
Thanks. Simon was a sweetie. Very vocal when he wanted attention, too. He actually seemed to enjoy being bathed in the sink. He was one of the least "catty" cats that I have known. He and my cousin's Samoyed (Cody) got along very well. Of course, if you are a cat, what better "bed" to have for naps than a big fluffy dog like a Samoyed.rhody said:Sorry to hear that Simon was killed Turbo, Luna could have doubled as his sister. So sad...
Rhody... sheds a tear...
Patience Flex,FlexGunship said:She's under my bed and hasn't come out since I got home. Just in case I moved her litter box, food, water, scratching post, and toys into the room and shut the door hoping she would come out on her own.
We had a wonderful lunch together... I need to give her her meds... ugh... what am I supposed to do!?
rhody said:Patience Flex,
Luna was the same way, she was at the shelter for only two weeks, but was traumatized by the experience, she came around once she started to "own" her environment. The longer a kitty is in a shelter the more time they need to get used to the new "less stressful environment". Maybe coax her out with a toy, but as long as she is safe, fed, watered and medicated, don't sweat it.
Rhody...
Math Is Hard said:Sometimes a little bit of butter helps a pill go down easy. Or you can grind up the pill and put it in a tiny amount of a favorite food like tuna fish or tuna broth. There are also "pill pocket" treats you can get to hide a pill inside a snack.
rhody said:If it generates enough hits, we can coin a new phrase, "PF Kitty Viral".
Nice...FlexGunship said:That could explain the sneezing! The PF Kitty Virus.
EDIT: I think she might be stirring up a lot of dust from all of her exploring. I think it's making us both sneeze.
FlexGunship said:Well, we played a lot last night.
This morning I found her upstairs hiding but not super-hiding (like the chair incident). She came out for me and we hung out for a bit. Then I took a shower, gave her her medicine, we hung out a bit more, I cleaned her box, replaced her food, and went to work.
I think she was bummed that I was leaving.
She's eats so little and sneezes so much. At what point should I worry?
lisab said:Like MiH said, the first week or so out of the shelter, they might be a bit weird.
FlexGunship said:Uh oh... I've just sensed a great disturbance in the force... as if millions of DVDs suddenly cried out in terror, and were suddenly silenced.
Stephen Tashi said:The respiratory infection is a good explanation for the sneezing. Another cause of sneezing is dust. Perhaps she likes to hide in dusty places. Sneezing can also be caused by dusty cat litter. The "clumping" kind of litter is easier for both cats and humans to manage.
Is Pixel a long-haired cat?
turbo said:You can make her something home-made, Flex. Measure up a place where she is comfortable and figure out how much real-estate her new "apartment" might need, and build her something. You'll want to spend a bit of time asking around for low-nap carpet scraps (not the shag stuff that can snag in her claws -especially since you might be gone for a night or two!), and bits and pieces of luan or other thin plywood stuff to build enclosures for her. You can get perforated MDF (Masonite) for cheap, and that might make her real happy, since she will be safe and secure, and still be able to peek through the holes to watch what's going on.
I loved building a tree-like environment for my parrot, and she truly enjoyed it. If you have a place where you can cut the materials without making a mess, all you really need is some carpenters' glue, some screws, and a screwdriver (a decent cordless one would be nice).
Yes, there have been several studies that suggest a correlation between owning a cat and being perceived as odd or eccentric. One study published in the Journal of Applied Social Psychology found that participants rated men with cats as less masculine, more neurotic, and less attractive compared to men without cats.
Some tips for living alone with a cat include establishing a routine for feeding and playtime, providing plenty of toys and scratching posts for stimulation, and keeping a clean and organized living space to prevent messes and accidents. It's also important to socialize your cat with other humans and animals to prevent them from becoming too attached to just one person.
Yes, cats can make great companions for single men. They are independent, low maintenance, and can provide emotional support and companionship. However, it's important to consider your lifestyle and whether you have the time and resources to properly care for a cat before adopting one.
Yes, there are many benefits to owning a cat as a single man. Cats can provide companionship, reduce stress and anxiety, and even lower blood pressure and decrease the risk of heart disease. They can also help create a sense of routine and responsibility, and can be a source of entertainment and joy.
One way to combat the stereotype is by educating others about the benefits of owning a cat and the misconceptions surrounding men with cats. Additionally, being confident and unapologetic about your choice to have a feline companion can help break down stereotypes. Finally, surrounding yourself with supportive and understanding friends and family who appreciate the bond between a man and his cat can also help combat the stereotype.