Am I Smarter Than a Cat?
I brought home my newest Stray Rescue foster last night … this time a cutie kitty. I haven’t had a cat since my early college years … five (ok, eighteen!) years ago. I’m so out of practice I had to query my roommate from back then, who has had cats since, on the proper supplies … I would have totally forgotten toys, treats and the so very important litter scoop (thanks Deb!).
When we got home, Tiger Lily (a big name for a very petite 7-month-old Tabby … although she does resemble a tiger) seemed totally laid back and cool, lounging in her kitty carrier as Chewy was being an overeager spazz trying to greet her. I took her into the office, closed the door and expected her to coolly walk out of the crate and casually greet me, aloof cat style. Instead, she darted … and I mean fast … into the closet that was slightly open. I later lured her out with treats and she let me pet her for a bit, but something spooked her and she was quickly under the futon.
I shipped Chewy to the neighbors’ for a playdate with their dog Timmy and I convinced Tiger Lilly (ok, this cat needs a nickname!) to come out of hiding with a nifty bouncy feather toy. She was purring and rolling over for me and even gingerly made her way into the kitchen. Then … here’s where I begin to question my smarts … she grabbed the feather toy that I’d stupidly left on the floor and took it under the futon with her. Now, how was I going to get her out? I had to get on the floor with a broom to get the toy and totally gave up on getting her out again for time being.
So stayed tuned for pics … when I get smart enough and she gets better settled.
P.S. If you know anyone looking for a Christmas kitty, Tiger Lily seems totally cool (despite the name and the darting, which I have no doubt she’ll get over due to her penchant for petting and feather toys).
December 2nd, 2008 at 1:12 pm
That entirely depends on the cat. Some are much smarter than you and some are dumber than a box of rocks. However, the smart cats seem to have the ability to bend the dumb ones to their will. And they all magically ‘know’ when it’s time to go to the vet and will disappear until the moment you call and cancel the appointment.
I’m sure that T-Lily will be more social once she gets used to your place. And while it can be difficult at times, ignoring a cat will often peak it’s curiosity. Before you know it, she’ll have you and Chewy under her thumb.
I can’t wait to see some photos.
Deb
December 5th, 2008 at 4:06 pm
Or, I’ve always wanted to name a puppy Petals, as in flower petals…what about that? Especially since you’re such a great gardener
December 8th, 2008 at 8:17 am
18 years? Sigh.