How to Make a Cat Like You: Tip #24

Opie Taylor Playing with the string

I recently stumbled upon a book called "97 Ways to Make a Cat Like You." Tip #24 suggests to tie a string to your pants and encourage your cat to chase it as you walk around your house.

While trying to both clean a cage and play with a cat I decided to try this, and it worked! A few times as I walked around I had to dangle the toy in front of some cats to encourage them to follow me, but other times they would follow me on their own. Opie Taylor was particularly fond of this game.

Which brings me back to Opie Taylor. He was in the shelter several months ago, but after a few weeks of being sick he vanished from the shelter. I was concerned, but heard no word of him. I was thrilled to see him back at the shelter on Monday, and seemingly healthy and happy.

Opie Taylor looking for attention as I cleaned Queen's cage. (Queen also wanted attention)

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Queen was confined to her cage, but all she wanted was snuggles.

Lionel (who is pending adoption) relaxing by the window, listening to the downpour.

Sweet and quiet Tortilla watched on as I played with Tuckerman and Mickey.

Tuckerman was feeling especially brave and affectionate.

Van Gogh gazing out at the rainy day.