Pick a skeptic’s favorite word about cats, and it might be “aloof.” Cats are not capable of affection, this myth says, and so we are being foolish to make overtures. We are not going to get gratitude for the care we provide. They are a poor pet choice because they don’t really love us. But [...]
Posts Tagged ‘Game of Mutual Regard’
When Cats are Lawyers
We might question our communication skills, or think our cat “isn’t getting it.” We thought we declared an area or action off limits, and yet our normally cooperative cat finds a new way to get or do what they want. This might actually mean two interlocking things: that the cat wants this very much, and [...]
Cat Affection Move: Petting in Place
How can we show a cat our affection when one of us is busy? We can use Petting in Place. This is a wonderful Mutual Regard move that doesn’t have to be very long or very involved. In fact, that’s the beauty of this move. see more Lolcats and funny pictures As difficult as it [...]
Cat Affection Move: The Shift
To use this cat affection move, pretend we and the cat have equal size and weight. We lie on the floor, and see if the cat will let themselves be petted by only our outstretched arm, foot, or head; wherever we and the cat find the most mutual comfort. Neither of us should express it [...]
Thankfulness
Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude. Are cats capable of this deep feeling, along with the human species? They certainly are. more animals One doesn’t work in rescue for very long before we become struck by the depth and breadth of gratitude cats are capable of expressing. Whether it’s a kitten who cuddles with us [...]
