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Ooh! A cat remote control! I want this for Christmas...
http://www.thinkgeek.com/interests/giftsunder10/b640
http://www.thinkgeek.com/interests/giftsunder10/b640
What's the Secret to Training Cats with the Control-A-Cat Remote Control?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the novelty item, the Control-A-Cat remote control, and its potential effectiveness in training cats. Participants explore the humorous aspects of the product, its features, and express varying opinions on its practicality and effectiveness.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants express excitement about the novelty of the remote control, highlighting features like the "purr volume" and "Meow Mute."
- Others humorously note that the effectiveness of the remote relies on coinciding button presses with the cat's actions.
- One participant questions the product's legitimacy, pointing out a discrepancy in the marketing language regarding its power source.
- There are mentions of other products that may be more effective or cheaper than the Control-A-Cat remote control.
- Participants share their favorite commands from the remote, such as "fur ball eject" and "remain aloof."
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally share a light-hearted view of the product, but there is disagreement regarding its effectiveness and legitimacy, with some considering it a scam while others appreciate the concept.
Contextual Notes
Some claims about effectiveness and comparisons to other products are not substantiated with evidence, leaving room for interpretation and personal experience.
Who May Find This Useful
Readers interested in pet training, novelty pet products, or humorous takes on cat behavior may find this discussion engaging.
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lisab
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Lol, one of the commands is, "Remain Aloof" 
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awwww... it has a purr volume! :!)
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I love it!Meow Mute!
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lol You just hope the button you press coincides with kitty's action.
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I think it's a scam 
because the add says that's powered by wishfull thinking but the package says 'powered by positive thinking'. But I think it needs catteries.
because the add says that's powered by wishfull thinking but the package says 'powered by positive thinking'. But I think it needs catteries.- #7
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the ideas a good one anyway...
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My fav is fur ball eject.
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Is the Control-A-Cat remote control 14% more effective than the http://www.thinkgeek.com/homeoffice/pets/cf8b/?
Just for the record, the http://www.thinkgeek.com/interests/giftsforher/ce5c/ is lot's more effective in increasing your pet's level of affection than either remote control (and cheaper, too!).
Just for the record, the http://www.thinkgeek.com/interests/giftsforher/ce5c/ is lot's more effective in increasing your pet's level of affection than either remote control (and cheaper, too!).
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BobG said:
"GUARD MOUSE"
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