Well, all I know is that the $250 per week I spend for past life regression therapy for my cat has really helped both of us come to terms with his illegal possum smuggling.zoobyshoe said:
There was probably no other way.Evo said:
Wow. You must have been devestated. I've never had a pet turn to crime, but, of course you hear stories everywhere and always have to wonder when they're late for dinner.Evo said:It was just such a shock to turn the channel late at night and find this infomercial.
My cat. He "pumps" with his paws, some call it "kneading", it's what kittens do when they're milking their moms. He's obsessive about it.chroot said:
chroot said:
Hmmm...Do tribbles also annoy you? You may be a Klingon.chroot said:
Oh, they don't care for cats either. I remember when Data asked Whorf to take care of Cat. Data: tell him he's a nice cat, tell him he's a pretty cat. Whorf: I will feed him.zoobyshoe said:
Yeah, you'd be happier with some viscious creature that can't be trained not to bite, I think. Something more challenging.chroot said:
I think I remember that episode. Did the cat end up having kittens?Evo said:
Oh, this is your objection: you fear them.chroot said:
Yes, it regressed to a lizard right after it had the kittens. Everyone on board regressed. Data and Captain Picard where away, and when they returned, they found the entire crew regressed to primitive states.zoobyshoe said:
:uhh:That ones is pretty fuzzy in my mind. I don't remember the regression part.Evo said:Yes, it regressed to a lizard right after it had the kittens. Everyone on board regressed. Data and Captain Picard where away, and when they returned, they found the entire crew regressed to primitive states.
The kittens didn't regress due to the placenta, (I don't write the stuff) and that's how they figured out how to cure everyone.
Not that I'm a huge Enterprise TNG fan and have memorized every episode.
It was some virus that couldn't pass through the placenta.chroot said:
Yes, because of their razor sharp teeth and claws. I see.chroot said:
The one where they are in the loop playing cards over and over?zoobyshoe said:
Yeah, and they all start to "know" what cards are going to come up next. That is exactly what happens to you: if you speculate in your mind about what's going to happen next, that speculation seems so eerily familiar your gut instinct is that you're remembering it from having lived that moment before. When what you think is going to happen doesn't, you think: "Oh, so it's changed a bit since the last go round!"Evo said:
Um, er, um, uh...does he rub his back legs together at the same time? It's...well...what all male mammals seem to like doing. :uhh: "Pumping" seems to be a better term than "kneading" at his age.Evo said:
Why does the name Phyllis Diller come into my mind? Did she wear some kind of long sleeve furry gloves?Evo said:
When you said a lobster with silky blonde hair, I was thinking someone sent you a photo of me with a sunburn.Evo said:
chroot said:
Yes, all cats can be trained not to bite or scratch. It may take more time and effort for some cats compared to others, but with patience and consistency, most cats can learn to control their biting and scratching behaviors.
The best way to train a cat not to bite or scratch is through positive reinforcement. This involves rewarding your cat with treats or praise when they exhibit good behavior, such as using a scratching post instead of furniture or playing gently without biting. Punishment or physical force should never be used as it can worsen the behavior and damage the relationship between you and your cat.
The time it takes to train a cat not to bite or scratch varies depending on the individual cat and the consistency of training. Some cats may learn within a few weeks, while others may take several months. It is important to be patient and consistent with training, as progress may be gradual.
Yes, older cats can also be trained not to bite or scratch. While it may take more time and effort, it is possible for cats of any age to learn new behaviors. It is important to understand that older cats may have ingrained habits, so it may take longer for them to unlearn these behaviors.
There are products available, such as deterrent sprays or double-sided tape, that can help discourage cats from biting or scratching certain areas. However, these should not be relied upon as the sole method of training and should be used in conjunction with positive reinforcement and training techniques.
