Mentat Posted October 27, 2021 Share Posted October 27, 2021 I have a question for the resident cat experts. My cat (Mina) and my cleaning lady (María José), don't get along. Mina is normally wary of strangers, but gets used to them after a time. I've had strangers come to feed her when I'm away and she's been tolerant of them. She hates María José, though. She growls and hisses at her and makes a big nuisance of herself. María José is quite apprehensive of cats, and when Mina gets really aggressive she's afraid she'll attack her (she wouldn't, but I'm sympathetic) and doesn't want to be near her. Today Mina took advantage of that and kept María José away from the bedroom, which meant she couldn't go in there to clean. On the rare occasions when I've been at home when María José came around to clean Mina behaves better, and I have tried to show her that María José is a friend, but I'm mostly at work when she's around. María José has tried acting friendly or bribing Mina with treats, but thus far to no avail. I could lock Mina in a room before going off to work, but I know she'd strongly resent that. Can someone suggest a course of action that will keep all parties involved happy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madame deVenoge Posted October 27, 2021 Share Posted October 27, 2021 1 hour ago, Mentat said: I have a question for the resident cat experts. My cat (Mina) and my cleaning lady (María José), don't get along. Mina is normally wary of strangers, but gets used to them after a time. I've had strangers come to feed her when I'm away and she's been tolerant of them. She hates María José, though. She growls and hisses at her and makes a big nuisance of herself. María José is quite apprehensive of cats, and when Mina gets really aggressive she's afraid she'll attack her (she wouldn't, but I'm sympathetic) and doesn't want to be near her. Today Mina took advantage of that and kept María José away from the bedroom, which meant she couldn't go in there to clean. On the rare occasions when I've been at home when María José came around to clean Mina behaves better, and I have tried to show her that María José is a friend, but I'm mostly at work when she's around. María José has tried acting friendly or bribing Mina with treats, but thus far to no avail. I could lock Mina in a room before going off to work, but I know she'd strongly resent that. Can someone suggest a course of action that will keep all parties involved happy? This is difficult. My cats also hate my housekeeper (it’s the vacuum) but they just hide. I’d say you might want to talk to your vet. Perhaps some Feliway might do the trick to keep Mina calm. Feliway does help with aggressive behavior. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isis Posted October 28, 2021 Share Posted October 28, 2021 Kimchi went to the vet for the fourth time in four weeks last night about his corneal ulcer and his overgrooming. The vet greeted him with 'YEAHHH, IT'S MY FAVOURITE CAT!" (he's a huge flirt and climbs up to smooch anyone he can). The vet says his ulcer is resolving nicely and he just needs another few days of the eye drops (two types). So that's a HUGE relief as it's a two person job and we both have to get up early to do the first dose. And none of this vert stuff is covered by our insurance. But hopefully we have turned a corner (and no more cat pee anyway, thankfully). Madame deVenoge, Prince of the North, Mlle. Zabzie and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inkdaub Posted October 31, 2021 Share Posted October 31, 2021 What is considered over-grooming? My cat grooms quite a bit seemingly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madame deVenoge Posted October 31, 2021 Share Posted October 31, 2021 4 minutes ago, Inkdaub said: What is considered over-grooming? My cat grooms quite a bit seemingly. When they lick their fur off, start in on the skin, and end up with bald patches and weeping red sores. Can be a sign of allergies. Or stress. Inkdaub 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inkdaub Posted November 1, 2021 Share Posted November 1, 2021 OK sounds like we're safe for now then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Anti-Targ Posted November 1, 2021 Share Posted November 1, 2021 Quote Cats: They Own You Yes, yes they do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tywin et al. Posted November 2, 2021 Share Posted November 2, 2021 Your ally: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zorral Posted November 3, 2021 Share Posted November 3, 2021 100% douchebag jerkwaddie is he. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fury Resurrected Posted November 3, 2021 Share Posted November 3, 2021 22 hours ago, Tywin et al. said: Your ally: We’ve all been there Tywin et al. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Anti-Targ Posted November 3, 2021 Share Posted November 3, 2021 On 11/3/2021 at 11:27 AM, Tywin et al. said: Your ally: I think there must be some kind of scientific principle that insanity increases in proportion to the number of cats that own you. Being owned by 17 cats is surely getting close to needing to be institutionalised. Madame deVenoge 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tywin et al. Posted November 3, 2021 Share Posted November 3, 2021 8 minutes ago, The Anti-Targ said: I think there must be some kind of scientific principle that insanity increases in proportion to the number of cats that own you. Being owned by 17 cats is surely getting close to needing to be institutionalised. I'm not anti-cat, but I do not appreciate their sneak attack ways of doing business. To have to be on the watch for 17 of those little fuckers? I'm sure that would break me. Madame deVenoge and The Anti-Targ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zorral Posted November 5, 2021 Share Posted November 5, 2021 Benedict Cumberbatch, amazon prime original scripted bio film of Louis Wain, turn of the (19th-20th) C artist of cats. Narrated by Olivia Coleman. http://museums.eu/article/details/107058/daily-art-story-louis-wain-the-man-who-drew-cats Review of film here: https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/the-electrical-life-of-louis-wain-2021 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elder Sister Posted November 29, 2021 Share Posted November 29, 2021 Mr. ES and I just got our first indoor kitten. She's a calico named Bebe, approximately 10-12 weeks old, and is the most adorable, lovable creature I've ever seen. We have two dogs inside, one small and very old, and one large and 4-5 years old. He's a rescue and I'm not sure how old he is. We're keeping her in our guest bathroom when we're not home so that she's not unsupervised with the big dog. She's doing great, very well adjusted, seems happy. I'm taking her to the vet. Friday for all of her shots, and to get some advice, and I've been peppering some of you with questions as I'm a total novice when it comes to indoor cats. I'd like some websites/references/advice on indoor kittens, if possible. Please share if you have tips, etc. I'm so happy I got her; and I did NOT want her to start with, but I am so grateful that I have her now. She wakes up at 4am and I don't even care, I'm so happy to see her. Madame deVenoge, Larry of the Lawn, Mlle. Zabzie and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoodedCrow Posted November 29, 2021 Share Posted November 29, 2021 My cat knew when my breathing changed and I was awake. I trained her not to wake me up or no dice, and she learned quickly:) Elder Sister 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LynnS Posted November 29, 2021 Share Posted November 29, 2021 Cat Man Do Simons Cat - YouTube Elder Sister 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elder Sister Posted November 30, 2021 Share Posted November 30, 2021 I am also sort of flabbergasted at how much this tiny kitten poops. It's a lot. And she's quite the little stink bomb. We're experimenting with cat litter right now...and where the litter box is going to live. Again, any advice is welcomed. Not sure when we'll be letting her loose to roam unsupervised...this morning she climbed my back while I was applying makeup. At 6am. I had been pretty sleepy until that happened. Mlle. Zabzie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry of the Lawn Posted November 30, 2021 Share Posted November 30, 2021 (edited) @Elder SisterSo stoked for you and your new kitten! Her behavior seems consistent with cats I've lived with. She'll figure out the litter box. I've been trying to convince a few neighborhood ferals to move in, but I'm a little worried what they'll do go the wrens wondering over on my porch. Has anyone seen the Instagram sensation and most beautiful cat alive, Midas? She has an extra set of earlets? I'm a little disturbed at how much I love this cat I've never met, I would give her a kidney or two if she needed. Midas: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.huffpost.com/entry/midas-four-eared-cat_n_61995658e4b025be1adcd8d2/amp if you're on IG she is a must follow Edited November 30, 2021 by 1066 Larry Elder Sister 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prince of the North Posted November 30, 2021 Share Posted November 30, 2021 2 minutes ago, Elder Sister said: I am also sort of flabbergasted at how much this tiny kitten poops. It's a lot. And she's quite the little stink bomb. We're experimenting with cat litter right now...and where the litter box is going to live. Again, any advice is welcomed. Not sure when we'll be letting her loose to roam unsupervised...this morning she climbed my back while I was applying makeup. At 6am. I had been pretty sleepy until that happened. I wonder if her stools are being effected by something she's eating? I mean, cat poop's never going to smell fantastic but she shouldn't be "a little stink bomb" Elder Sister 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Horse Named Stranger Posted November 30, 2021 Share Posted November 30, 2021 (edited) Harmless. The parents of an ex once got woken up by their new kitten/cat (not sure where to draw the line between young cat and kitten), who decided chasing after his own tail on their bed was the way to go. A highschool mate had a cat, who reliably woke him up (esp. on the WE) by biting his toe to remind him it's time to open up a can of food. Edited November 30, 2021 by A Horse Named Stranger Elder Sister 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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