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| 4013.1 | cats can tell... | KOOZEE::PAULHUS | Chris @ MLO6B-2/T13 dtn 223-6871 | Mon Sep 24 1990 11:38 | 5 |
| I've had similar things happen... I've heard comments like "He/she
never does that with anyone!" when a cat will hop in my lap for some
petting. John sounds like he's special, though. I think cats can tell
things about humans that other humans fail to easily see...
- Chris, dad to Vanessa
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| 4013.2 | another idea | BTOVT::MUNROE_R | I'll give it a whirl! | Mon Sep 24 1990 16:06 | 4 |
| I think that smell (aftershave, cologne, a different smelling soap) may
have something to do with it, as well.
--becca
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| 4013.3 | | CRUISE::NDC | Putiput Scottish Folds - DTN: 297-2313 | Tue Sep 25 1990 07:57 | 7 |
| > I've had similar things happen... I've heard comments like "He/she
> never does that with anyone!" when a cat will hop in my lap for some
> petting.
Me too :-))))
And John DOES sound special :-)
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| 4013.4 | | WILLEE::MERRITT | | Tue Sep 25 1990 08:01 | 8 |
| I don't know....I think it is Kitty Magic. There are just some
people who all animals take to......I think the person just does
not send off any agressive or fearful vibes.
Then there are those people that all kitties fear.....makes you
wonder what they ever did to your cat.
Sandy
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| 4013.5 | They *know* | XLII::NSOHL | | Tue Sep 25 1990 10:27 | 17 |
| I usually only read, but this reminded me of the first date I had with
the man who is now my husband. He was not very fond of cats. I warned
him I had two, but they usually disappear when strangers come into the
house.
He came to pick me up for our first date and Wizard disappeared as usual.
But, as soon as he sat down, Miss Marple gave him the once-over and jumped
into his lap to settled down for a nap. Of course, I was explaining
that she had never done that before.
I told this to some friends and they all said that this was the man I was
going to marry...that the cats *knew*. It took me two years to realize
it myself, but Miss Marple knew right away. He has become a true cat
lover and Miss Marple is now *his* cat. We just celebrated our 4th
anniversary.
NancyS
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| 4013.6 | the ol' catnip trick | PARITY::DENISE | And may the traffic be with you | Tue Sep 25 1990 13:35 | 8 |
| I knew someone once who, in order to impress his lady friend, rubbed
catnip on his slacks before he went to her house for their first date.
She of course, was amazed that her "shy" cat would "take" to a stranger
like that. They too, are married.
I believe in "magic" myself. Some people just have it!
Denise
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| 4013.7 | such trickery! | KOOZEE::PAULHUS | Chris @ MLO6B-2/T13 dtn 223-6871 | Tue Sep 25 1990 14:26 | 7 |
| I would consider the use of catnip on the slacks as base chicanery! I
wish to assure all gentle readers of this file that I have never
stooped to such depths. If I can't make it on my own attributes, I'll
do without (guess that explains why I'm single :-( ) - Chris
ps. Still, a guy who cares enough to use the catnip trick is a lot
better than one who doesn't give a $#!t about cats...
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| 4013.8 | | CRUISE::NDC | Putiput Scottish Folds - DTN: 297-2313 | Wed Sep 26 1990 07:40 | 10 |
| Well, I'm a firm believer in my cats' judgement of other people. They
get ratings based on the reaction of my cats to them. Extra credit is
given if Bob or Dundee puts in an appearance and extra special credit
if either of them lets the visitor touch them. Using Pizza to entice
Bob doesn't count against them either as Bob is afraid of everyone and
Pizza would make no difference - (pay attention Denise).
Of course, if my "gut" reaction to someone is negative, the chances
of them ending up in my house in the first place are pretty low.
Nancy
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| 4013.9 | my cats don't accept many | TYGON::WILDE | illegal possession of a GNU | Wed Sep 26 1990 16:38 | 12 |
| if I trusted my cats' opinions of humans who may visit, I'd have one friend...
Magic John. Although I don't turn away anyone my cats are not willing to
come to - they really aren't into meeting new folks - if I know the people
are nice...I have to admit, John has gained points by this. Being as he
is smart, cute, VERY funny, and drives an alpha romeo spider which shows
a thoroughly whimsical attitude towards life -- it's a lovely little thing
and totally impractical - not what you expect an ADULT to drive -- it isn't
hard to decide he's a "keeper" in the new friend department. Hannah and
Nick have conferred with me and they agree that I should invite him over
for dinner often..Sam harumphed and said that John LOOKED okay and maybe
he'd give a sniff next time. Tabitha loves everyone without reservation
so we didn't consult her on this issue.....I think it's unanimous. 8^}
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