On Mon, 12 Oct 2015 11:35:23 -0400, jmcquown >
wrote:

>On 10/12/2015 10:52 AM, Gary wrote:
>> wrote:
>>>
>>> You're talking to someone with an 18 year old cat that doesn't care a
>>> jot for her! She was dumped on me aged ten, so you would think she
>>> could show a little affection, but no.
>>
>Maybe she perceived she was "dumped" and not much wanted? I don't know.

"dumped cat"... some sort of Asian slow cooking?


>> Cats don't like to show affection much
>
>Gary, you cannot make a blanket statement about cats. Some cats may not
>show affection. Stand-offish is often the word used. I'm sorry
>lucretia has a cat that doesn't care but...

I once heard a great saying about cats and dogs:

Cats have Aspergers
Dogs have ADD

So very accurate and true IMO
Cats behaviour reminds me so much of autism/Aspergers, such as the
'Stand-offish' behaviour you mention. Dogs certainly have ADD... I
know mine does

>My cat Persia barged into my house, said I'm going to live with you and
>I'm going to sleep with you. I'll snuggle against you and purr. I'll
>be very cute and loving. All you have to do is feed me and take care of
>me. Oh, and a few toys wouldn't hurt.
>
>Buffy is the same way. Very affectionate. She rolls around and wants
>her tummy rubbed. That's a very vulnerable position for a cat to take.
> She trusts me. I even think she might even love me.
>
>I know I love her.

Aww. She loves you lots.