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Title: Boy, this sux
Post by: Catalyst on November 18, 2009, 07:52:55 AM
Firstly, I hate cats.  We had a cat back 10 years ago and it was a shitty little thing with no redeeming features and only came around to feed, shit and then fuck off again.  It wanted nothing to do with us, spent all night fighting and costing us vet bills and generally being an asshole, and when it died I was pleased as punch, my only regret is that I didn't off the prick myself.

 However!  My kids have gone all gay on me and want a kitten for a Christmas present.  I'd rather get them a weasle or a badger or a vulture or a lemur or something cool, but kids, y'know?  Ever since the topic came up, my lady has gotten all gooey about the idea too, which pretty much means that we are committed to this fresh hell.

From my experience, kittens turn into cats, and cats live for 12 years - assuming my dogs get along with them - and so the cat we end up with better not suck this time.  If I am gonna buy a kitten for my little sawn-off savages, it has to be one that wants to be around my kids and my lady, not a half-wild bird-killing litterbox with legs.  It won't be the kids who end up feeding the thing.  

 I figure that there would have to be at least a few cat-lovers amongst the more gay WFers among you, and so it would be swell all just to pieces if one of you could answer for me a few appropriately stupid questions.

1. What breeds are the most likely to be good housepets?
2. How much should I pay for one?
3. how do you know what you are getting?
4. where do you get one?
5. is this idea is stupid as I think?
6. Have I just have a really shitty cat in the past or are they all like that?

This sux.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: hatefueled on November 18, 2009, 08:54:59 AM
there are a few breeds that tend to be more affectionate than others. i recall something about 'ragdoll' cats that dont give a shit how the kid pick em up cos it counts as attention...i have a friend with 2 o those Burmese cats. heres a list of ragdoll cat breedes in australia! http://www.cat-world.com.au/ragdoll-cat-breeders-in-australia
the ones with dark ears n paws n tails? and they're very intelligent. the solution too to the killings problem is an indoor cat which means you need a litter box and it has to be kept clean cos they stick the place out easily. speaking of. giving them the snip asap is also good.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: goatlady on November 18, 2009, 02:32:01 PM
We've got Abyssinians - I did some research to find a breed that is happy to live permanently indoors and can stand up to a big boofy german shepherd, and that's what we ended up with - they are less vocal than Siamese which was our other consideration. If anything ours have an excess of personality. Cats are also much better in pairs than singly. Snipped boys are generally more friendly and sociable than girls (we have one of each and the girl is a bit weird sometimes, but the boy is always lovely).

Essentially, if you buy a cheap moggie or rescue one that's a combination of fuck knows what you are likely to end up with a feral antisocial creature like you had growing up. If you drop some dosh on a purebred and do your research on which breed will likely suit, you are far more likely to get a cat that won't leave you the fuck alone because they love you so much. I've seen sworn cat haters slipping my kitties chicken under the table, they are that cute.

Wow, this was going to be a short note but now I'm ranting like a crazy cat lady. If you keep your cat inside or at least mostly inside and definitely at night (harder with kids, I know) you won't get the vet bills from fighting and you won't be contributing to the destruction of native wildlife.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Mago_Haydz on November 18, 2009, 02:57:11 PM
I fucking hate cats, so does my whole family so I never had one growing up..... same story though, kids and wife wanted one -what can I do? We got one about easter time. She's pure black (no even one hair on her entire body is not black) and is a cross between a Persian and a Burmese and she is an awesome cat. She doesnt go outside, which means the wildlife is safe - mind you the birds that I see the most frequently around my house are the eagles that live at the end of my street. The kids can pick her up however they please and she doesnt give a fuck. She is super affectionate, even to me. After reading up on both breeds when we got her it turns out its a pretty damn good mix for what we (and presumably you) were looking for.

I still think this one looks better though....

(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3b/Domestic_cat_%28Felix_catus%29_fur_skin.jpg/765px-Domestic_cat_%28Felix_catus%29_fur_skin.jpg)
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Crud on November 18, 2009, 03:15:19 PM
Rag doll cats get quite big and can act like dogs (pretty lazy and follow you around and shit). Still not a dog by any means.  My missus' family got one from the cat haven around Shenton park.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Damo on November 18, 2009, 04:45:20 PM
Firstly, I hate cats.  We had a cat back 10 years ago and it was a shitty little thing with no redeeming features and only came around to feed, shit and then fuck off again.  It wanted nothing to do with us, spent all night fighting and costing us vet bills and generally being an asshole, and when it died I was pleased as punch, my only regret is that I didn't off the prick myself.

 However!  My kids have gone all gay on me and want a kitten for a Christmas present.  I'd rather get them a weasle or a badger or a vulture or a lemur or something cool, but kids, y'know?  Ever since the topic came up, my lady has gotten all gooey about the idea too, which pretty much means that we are committed to this fresh hell.

From my experience, kittens turn into cats, and cats live for 12 years - assuming my dogs get along with them - and so the cat we end up with better not suck this time.  If I am gonna buy a kitten for my little sawn-off savages, it has to be one that wants to be around my kids and my lady, not a half-wild bird-killing litterbox with legs.  It won't be the kids who end up feeding the thing.  

 I figure that there would have to be at least a few cat-lovers amongst the more gay WFers among you, and so it would be swell all just to pieces if one of you could answer for me a few appropriately stupid questions.

1. What breeds are the most likely to be good housepets?
2. How much should I pay for one?
3. how do you know what you are getting?
4. where do you get one?
5. is this idea is stupid as I think?
6. Have I just have a really shitty cat in the past or are they all like that?

This sux.
Ill jump in here, because this hits a nerve with me.

Sorry to say it, but owner attitude is the issue here, not the cat!

By their very nature, cats are independent, nocturnal animals, but like many things, they need to be nurtured and looked after (particularly when thyre young) to reap the rewards.
Not spending time with it or throwing it out at night are sure ways for it to become antisocial and bothersome.

I have always had cats ever since I was a child - and couldnt imagine my life without them.
It irks me when people hand back animals or complain about them when the issue is not the animal, but the result of uninformed or irresponsible owners.

I have always made sure my cats were de-sexed (vital if you want a more sociable animal), groomed, microchipped and well fed.

Another key point. Cats live by routine. If your lifestyle or environment is always changing, they will not be happy.
If you are to get a kitten, ensure your children (and yourself) understand the needs and the RESPONSIBILITIES of owning and caring for a young animal. Mistreatment of an animal, whether intentional or not, is a sure way to get the thing running away from home the moment it gets the chance.

Personally, I think youd be better off with a goldfish until/unless you can warm to a kitten. Your kids are going to look to you for advice on how to care for it and I think your head isnt in the right place to welcome a cat, and its not fair on the animal to be punished for simply being itself.

Anyway, in answer to your questions:
1. What breeds are the most likely to be good housepets?
Generally speaking, dont go for purebreds. Cross bred cats generally have a more placid nature, although this is not always the case. If you can, find out about the parents of the kitten, as often the best clues to its dimeanour while lies there.

2. How much should I pay for one?
You can get them for free, rescue them from a haven for a few bucks, or pay up to about a thousand (sometimes beyond!) for purebreds. I own a Birman, which I 'saved' from the cat haven for $75 plus desexing/microchipping fees, but the kittens from a breeder float around the $650 mark.

3. how do you know what you are getting?
Again, find out about the parents of the animal. Be aware that cats are also individuals and it is possible to bring out the more sociable characteristics of you cat by nurturing it in the direction.

4. where do you get one?
I suggest cat haven. Given the sheer number of irresponsible owners, the place is always loaded with cats, and they really do a fantastic job. Sadly, many many many of them are forced to be put down because they cant find homes for them and run on minimal budgets. Possibly, youll get a good feeling knowing you saved one from death-row! Pet stores are very hit and miss.

5. is this idea is stupid as I think?
For your family, yes. Kids will see it as a novelty for a short while and although theyre happy to have a kitten around, once it grows older they too will move onto other interests, leaving you and your partner to care for the animal. By you having zero affection for cats, I fear its days would be numbered after that, which would be horribly cruel on the animal.

6. Have I just have a really shitty cat in the past or are they all like that?
Its hard to say. Most of my affection for cats came from me getting to know them well enough to admire their individual personalities - so its a "time-spent" with the animal kinda deal.

Bottom line is, they sleep alot, they eat, bug you at the worst times, cost money, can be messy, and lose hair everywhere. No different to kids, really. :) I personally think you need to see the positives in the deal before going ahead and getting one. DO NOT do it to satisfy your kids. If you never find yourself warming to the idea of a cat, then 'never' is when you should get one.

Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: venismecha on November 18, 2009, 05:08:46 PM
+1 for the cat haven. We found Lenny (Burmese, one eye, $100 to adopt) through a pet adoption website. He was 8 when we got him, which has the advantages of: already house-trained/chipped/sterilised, you already know their temperament (he's super-friendly and loving with people), and um... well, not to sound harsh or anything, but it's not such a long-term commitment since they've already lived for some time.

There are meant to be a LOT of kittens available around December/Jan (breeding season = dumping season). The cat haven is in Shenton Park (http://www.cathaven.com.au/) and you can see photos of the available cats on the website.

It won't cost you more than $150, and includes chipping and sterilisation and stuff.

ADOPT ONE! :)
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Sheriff Cunt on November 18, 2009, 05:28:35 PM
Get a burmese, all mine does is sleep. Beware, they start snoring as they get older.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: sheppo on November 18, 2009, 07:33:12 PM
Turkish Van. mine is just a black domestic house cat and it worships the ground i walk on. make sure you keep it inside for a good period of time before letting it outside then it will learn the inside is a safehouse with food and water and he/she will always come back
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: venismecha on November 18, 2009, 07:41:57 PM
Turkish Van. mine is just a black domestic house cat and it worships the ground i walk on. make sure you keep it inside for a good period of time before letting it outside then it will learn the inside is a safehouse with food and water and he/she will always come back

^Apparently Turkish Vans like to swim! They're the only breed that is well-recognised for the habit.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: cyanide_christ on November 18, 2009, 07:52:52 PM
Why encourage him to adopt one if it's gonna get treated like shit?

Damo is pretty much spot-on on this one. If you're not into it, don't make an animal have a shit life just for really really really short term gratification of your kids.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: memoriesofnam on November 18, 2009, 08:02:08 PM
+1 on the Ragdoll recommendation. I'm a cat person, but our cat is the closest thing to a dog.

He plays fetch, likes being roughed up, but super docile. Indoor cat, follows you around everywhere. Best cat ever!

Only negative is the ridiculous amounts of fur.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Tittiesandbeer on November 18, 2009, 08:06:12 PM
im not a huge cat fan either. although Lenny (the one eyed burmese) is a legend.
other than Lenny the only other cat I ever liked was a big russian blue my mum had when I was still at home.
this cat ruled, had an awesome nature plus an actual personality (which I find that most cats lack).

fucked if id know where to get one from.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: sheppo on November 18, 2009, 08:12:21 PM
Turkish Van. mine is just a black domestic house cat and it worships the ground i walk on. make sure you keep it inside for a good period of time before letting it outside then it will learn the inside is a safehouse with food and water and he/she will always come back

^Apparently Turkish Vans like to swim! They're the only breed that is well-recognised for the habit.

Your right i just wiki'd the breed and they are known as the "Swimming Cats" i used to know this girl that had one and he was soooooo affectionate and very loyal but other than that he just sat around sleeping all day
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: World Maggot on November 18, 2009, 08:28:46 PM
Get a french bulldog, they'll never know.
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/cuntoff/catdog.jpg)
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Mago_Haydz on November 18, 2009, 08:54:36 PM
Get a french bulldog, they'll never know.
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/cuntoff/catdog.jpg)

HAHAHAHA... classic.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: nihilist on November 19, 2009, 03:14:37 AM
You're treating Jez like he's the first bloke in the world who hates cats but got one because 3 other members of his family would give it all it needs and he can ultimately ignore it.

I feel dirty for standing up for you Jez, but I hate cats too. You shouldn't be punished for being a nice bloke once every 5 years.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: TnT on November 19, 2009, 05:16:24 AM
Jez, I'm surprised you're actually considering it.. but then again I know you'd do anything for your kids, ya big soft(cock)ie. ;D
I understand why you're not a cat person, because it's known that they are pets (read: owners) of submissive types, and you're a dominant type. I was actually just listening to a story about some research that was done recently into how they actually change their purr to subconsciously get people to do what they want and when, but that's another story.

I'll give you the best advice than anyone else has or will... It's pretty obvious I'm not a cat person, and I would never want to own one, but I don't mind other peoples, and I'm quite happy to give them a pat or some attention for the short term. They are cute when they are kittens, that's the problem with kids.. they like the kitten idea.
So anyway, having said that, I base more of my opinion on scientific fact - they are filthy, diseased animals and do pose genuine health risks to other animals, humans included.

It's well known they carry the parasitic disease Toxoplasmosis which is highly harmful to pregnant women, and can cause a number of problems for unborn babies / infants. Parasites from cats infect other animals and can change the brain function and behaviour. This has obviously evolved to help the parasite to spread, as it decreases animals like rats and mice fear of cats, and also decreases reaction times. Humans aren't immune from this and it can also affect their brain function and behaviour - for example, it's been shown it can increase the chance of a car accident in those infected by 2.5 times.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toxoplasmosis

I know if I had kids I wouldn't let cats near them, but hey, that's me. Everyone is entitled to their opinion. I just tend to form mine based more on knowledge than emotion. :)
So do what ya wanna do. And all the cat lovers don't get your knickers in a knot.. just relax and go give ya moggy a nice wet kiss on the mouth.
 ;D
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: hatefueled on November 19, 2009, 06:17:02 AM
also, be careful with cats of any type around very young kids. the ones that like to squeese, that can make almost any cat upset and will swing round and scratch the kid. the really docile breeds bite not but will still be unhappy about their tail being pulled n stuff which isnt fair on the animal. one of my cats used to follow me when i lived next door to my olds and i'd visit on occasion and my poor cat would follow and get attacked by the foster kids. once, the lil girl, 2 years old, grabbed him by his pour lil head and lifted it up as high as she could. dunno why but he made out a half meow have cry and I caught her and took my poor lil cat away. its a strange obsession kids have with squeezing lil animals. and the more it squirms the harder they squeeze!
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Damo on November 19, 2009, 03:49:12 PM
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I know if I had kids I wouldn't let cats near them, but hey, that's me.
With pregnant women out there smoking and drinking, and kids getting fed Maccas every second night, I wouldnt be too concerned with the toxicity of cats, Daz!
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: nihilist on November 19, 2009, 03:56:34 PM
::)
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Mago_Haydz on November 19, 2009, 04:32:21 PM
I thought my kids would get sick of the cat once the kitten stage had passed, but not at all. They love her just as much, if not more.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: venismecha on November 19, 2009, 05:20:15 PM
Yeah, I'm into cats because they stay reasonably small and cute all their lives (I mean, that's not to say there aren't some ugly cats out there, but y'know).

I don't like big dogs, but I love all puppies. For this reason, I should only ever own miniature dogs/toy breeds, or cats.

The kids'll be fine, as long as they don't want to set fire to its tail or something.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: TnT on November 19, 2009, 05:54:22 PM
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I know if I had kids I wouldn't let cats near them, but hey, that's me.
With pregnant women out there smoking and drinking, and kids getting fed Maccas every second night, I wouldnt be too concerned with the toxicity of cats, Daz!
Haha, good point. Though people like that deserve to have kids with munted heads.
 ;D
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: TnT on November 19, 2009, 05:59:28 PM
Miniature dogs are almost as bad, just as useless as cats.
Except if one is called Ren and one is called Stimpy. ;D

Jez, just get them some hermit crabs.. way cooler, and nothing to worry about.

"Oh you wanted a cat, I thought you said crabs..."

Oh, wait...
 :err:
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Mago_Haydz on November 19, 2009, 06:14:20 PM
Miniature dogs are almost as bad, just as useless as cats.
Except if one is called Ren and one is called Stimpy. ;D

Jez, just get them some hermit crabs.. way cooler, and nothing to worry about.

"Oh you wanted a cat, I thought you said crabs..."

Oh, wait...
 :err:

Hermit crabs fucking stink. I bought my kids "Yabbies" (they are actually gilgies) once. Had 10 of them in the tank. I found 2 dead ones. That left 8. Then I did a recount, and couldnt for the life of me figure out why there was 11.... I counted and recounted so many times. It still has me totally stumped to this day. Eventually they all died (found out the dont like baked beans and yoghurt in their water - thanks kids). Anyway, after they had all died the numbers still werent adding up right. I didnt think much of it though.... until I found a trail of ants going into my sons bedroom.... and behind his book shelf. I pulled the bookshelf out to find a recently deceased gilgie. It still had meat in the shell, and it seemed pretty fresh, so it must have lived in his room for a couple of weeks before dying. Spun the fuck out of me. I also still cant figure out how it got out of the tank in the first place. Strangest pets ever.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Dementor on November 19, 2009, 11:56:31 PM
We have a Blue Russian named Cash, he's a fucken awesome cat, jumps in the bath with the kids and lets them hang him upside down etc and has no problems with it. I took him to the vet the other day because he had a two inch thorn through his paw and the vet reckons Cash was purring when he was pulling it out. I was starting to think I had a freak cat but apparently most Blue Russians have a similar nature.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Catalyst on November 20, 2009, 12:33:11 AM
Then I did a recount, and couldnt for the life of me figure out why there was 11.... I counted and recounted so many times. It still has me totally stumped to this day. Eventually they all died (found out the dont like baked beans and yoghurt in their water - thanks kids). Anyway, after they had all died the numbers still werent adding up right. I didnt think much of it though.... until I found a trail of ants going into my sons bedroom.... and behind his book shelf. I pulled the bookshelf out to find a recently deceased gilgie. It still had meat in the shell, and it seemed pretty fresh, so it must have lived in his room for a couple of weeks before dying. Spun the fuck out of me. I also still cant figure out how it got out of the tank in the first place. Strangest pets ever.

Hahaha that happened to me too.  I had a roommate and I had a row with him because he kept stealing the jilgies from my aquarium and putting them in his own.  Then one day I saw one walking up the hall towards his room.  Did my head in.  How do they know where the nearest alternate source of water is? 

Anyway, about the cats, let me clarify...
I am not going to harm, neglect or injure a cat in my family's care, but if it isn't a good cat I just might turn a blind eye next time Razor gets a bit hungry...  :eyebrows:  I hate my parents' whippet too, but I don't go out of my way to kick the prick either.  All I want is to know which cats are gonna be affectionate and docile and which ones are going to try to kill me as I sleep.  The fact is, my lady and kids want one, and I'd let them have a pet pedophile if they wanted it badly enough.  Who knows, I might end up with a cool cat that I can train to chop wood or run down the bottleshop for me, or even more unlikely cool enougth that I might even be GLAD to own.  I'm with Daz, they are dirty little parasites swarming with smaller parasites and they damage my calm with their self-satisfied purring, but the decision is out of my hands, except for the choice of breed. 

 The cat will be fine.  Probably.  Shit, I'll bet none of you thought I could keep a couple of kids alive this long either.

After reading this stuff, I'm leaning towards a rag doll cat thing, but I'm still open to persuasion.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Mago_Haydz on November 20, 2009, 12:50:01 AM
yeah, some of the attitudes in this thread are like Jez is some big monster who is going to kill it just to please himself, not giving a fuck about what his family think about the whole ordeal... You treat him like some kind of psycho. No idea where you get that impression  :P
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: nihilist on November 20, 2009, 02:06:59 AM
Koonacs, marron, gilgies, yabbies, no matter what it is, it's primary function is to know where water is.

I've seen koonacs travel over 5km to another dam on a farm before. There's always casualties, but they still always find a way!
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Mago_Haydz on November 20, 2009, 02:20:06 AM
Koonacs, marron, gilgies, yabbies, no matter what it is, it's primary function is to know where water is.

I've seen koonacs travel over 5km to another dam on a farm before. There's always casualties, but they still always find a way!

no, thats its secondary function. Its primary function is to be fucking tasty! Seriously though, marron will travel for days across land to find water.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Evil_-_Butterfly on November 20, 2009, 02:22:56 AM
Try Save Animals From Euthanasia:  http://www.safeperth.com.au/ (http://www.safeperth.com.au/)
The animals are fostered at peoples' homes and given lots of love, so they are used to people rather than those in a cage at a pound etc.. not that those should be neglected because of it!
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Evil_-_Butterfly on November 20, 2009, 02:24:08 AM
there are a few breeds that tend to be more affectionate than others. i recall something about 'ragdoll' cats that dont give a shit how the kid pick em up cos it counts as attention...i have a friend with 2 o those Burmese cats. heres a list of ragdoll cat breedes in australia! http://www.cat-world.com.au/ragdoll-cat-breeders-in-australia
the ones with dark ears n paws n tails? and they're very intelligent. the solution too to the killings problem is an indoor cat which means you need a litter box and it has to be kept clean cos they stick the place out easily. speaking of. giving them the snip asap is also good.

Just read this ... I actually have a friend wanting to get rid of some ragdoll kitties for cheap(er than normal ragdolls)... if you're interested!


Here ya go....
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$300 Vet Checked and vaccinated, and we bought our girl for $800 so is a bargain haha!
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Catalyst on November 20, 2009, 03:28:06 PM
We bought one last night at 9pm. 

After much thought and the advice I got here and elsewhere, we decided to go for a crossbreed of ragdoll and either burmese or birman.
We found a female Rag doll X Burmese that the kids are just gaga over.  I have to admit that it is an adorable little thing, but it is already pulling wires out of the back of the home theatre and attacking my toes at inconvenient moments.  It has big vacant blue eyes - and my lady keeps telling me that it looks like Daz, no shit - and moves like a furry bullet.   

I have decided to let it meet the dogs gradually, because although I thing our Staffy "Nitro" is pleased as punch to see her, I am sure that our bull mastiff "Razor" intends - at this stage - to eat the thing.  No barking or low growling, it just stares at the kitten endlessly through the flyscreen and drools....

Anyway, thanks to all for their advice. 
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: TnT on November 20, 2009, 04:09:35 PM
I get what this thread is.. it's you getting your nuts snipped mark II.
;D
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Mago_Haydz on November 20, 2009, 04:30:45 PM
I get what this thread is.. it's you getting your nuts snipped mark II.
;D

HAHAHAHA that was one of my favourite threads of all time. (probably not Jez's though)
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: venismecha on November 20, 2009, 05:15:18 PM
We found a female Rag doll X Burmese that the kids are just gaga over.

THAT'S AWESOME!
I've owned both breeds before, and they've been awesome. Ragdolls are good because they're so fucking soft, and Burmese are good because they're really friendly. Think you've got the best of both.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Catalyst on November 20, 2009, 05:51:59 PM
Oh goody.
My nuts are back on WF, and how glad we all are.   Hahaha they are making a "cumback".   ::)

The cat's name is gonno be "Schitzo".
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: venismecha on November 20, 2009, 06:07:31 PM
Call it Miss Fluffypants McCuddles
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Mago_Haydz on November 20, 2009, 06:18:02 PM
call it 'Cat' and feed it nothing but pizza. (http://awakebutnapping.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/bad_boy_bubby02.jpg)
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Post by: chantian_deanie on November 20, 2009, 07:02:49 PM
lol
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: nihilist on November 20, 2009, 07:15:09 PM
That's one still cat!
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: amy on November 21, 2009, 09:03:08 PM
cats rule. enjoy your bundle of joy jez xx
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: cdtBEAST on November 22, 2009, 03:45:22 AM
I have 2 cats & 2 staffys & they co exist fine.
Cat haven is awesome, they give you a run down of the cats personality & they come de sexed wormed etc.

I have a siamese & it never leaves the house, awesome cat. The meow it makes can be annoying but the thing loves attention & is ultra placid. Burmese cats are kinda similar in nature, nicer meow & more playful.
If you want a cat that acts like a dog, loves water & will play fetch, get a Bengal. Pricey but best cats ever. Our guitarist Kris has one named Jager. He is like a dog. Never leaves the house. Is mischeivous as fuck. Fetches better than my dogs do. He paid less because he picked the runt of the litter. Seriously awesome cat tho.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Damo on November 22, 2009, 05:21:42 PM
Beast... Did you know that Siamese cats have a very advanced vocabulary, far more than any other cat species. From what I recall, they can use up to 17 different meows to tell you want they want.

However, from my experience, two sounds is all cats need: One to ask for food and one to tell you to get out of their face!
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: cdtBEAST on November 24, 2009, 05:46:51 AM
Siamese cats are awesome. Fucker can out talk me.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: goat on November 25, 2009, 06:28:20 AM
Firstly, I hate cats.  We had a cat back 10 years ago and it was a shitty little thing with no redeeming features and only came around to feed, shit and then fuck off again.  It wanted nothing to do with us, spent all night fighting and costing us vet bills and generally being an asshole, and when it died I was pleased as punch, my only regret is that I didn't off the prick myself.

 However!  My kids have gone all gay on me and want a kitten for a Christmas present.  I'd rather get them a weasle or a badger or a vulture or a lemur or something cool, but kids, y'know?  Ever since the topic came up, my lady has gotten all gooey about the idea too, which pretty much means that we are committed to this fresh hell.

From my experience, kittens turn into cats, and cats live for 12 years - assuming my dogs get along with them - and so the cat we end up with better not suck this time.  If I am gonna buy a kitten for my little sawn-off savages, it has to be one that wants to be around my kids and my lady, not a half-wild bird-killing litterbox with legs.  It won't be the kids who end up feeding the thing.  

 I figure that there would have to be at least a few cat-lovers amongst the more gay WFers among you, and so it would be swell all just to pieces if one of you could answer for me a few appropriately stupid questions.

1. What breeds are the most likely to be good housepets?
2. How much should I pay for one?
3. how do you know what you are getting?
4. where do you get one?
5. is this idea is stupid as I think?
6. Have I just have a really shitty cat in the past or are they all like that?

This sux.

Is this just a way to get me to admit i like cats?
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Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Ingasm on November 25, 2009, 07:03:42 AM
Cats are best when marinated in honey soy and passed off as chicken :)
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: cdtBEAST on November 26, 2009, 09:17:01 AM
Cats are best when marinated in honey soy and passed off as chicken :)


I dunno that avatar of yours is making me hungry.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Ingasm on November 27, 2009, 08:10:37 PM
Goes well with tomato, coriander and star anise
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: cdtBEAST on November 27, 2009, 08:56:38 PM
 :laugh:
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: World Maggot on November 28, 2009, 04:03:14 PM
http://blog.serialcooking.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/a5a_rat.jpg
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: Archangel on November 28, 2009, 06:27:18 PM
Ah great! A cat conversation.  I have been waiting for this topic to crop on here....


 :rofl:
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: whammy on December 03, 2009, 12:51:53 AM
what sux is my border collie which I have had for 13 years drowning during the last week...that fucking kills ya!  all he ever wanted to do was eat, shit and chase cats   RIP J
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: TnT on December 03, 2009, 04:55:26 AM
Sorry to hear that mate.

Q. What do you call 1000 cats at the bottom of the ocean?

A. A good start.


Ok, I know it's meant to be lawyers, but hey it still applies. ;)
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: nihilist on December 03, 2009, 05:09:13 AM
It applies to a lot of things, cats are right up there for sure.

Power metal vocalists would be my numero uno.
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: whammy on December 03, 2009, 04:52:09 PM
Sorry to hear that mate.

Q. What do you call 1000 cats at the bottom of the ocean?

A. A good start.


Ok, I know it's meant to be lawyers, but hey it still applies. ;)

cheers man.


 :rofl: :rofl:

Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: amy on December 03, 2009, 07:25:09 PM
i love all cats, even the fat ranga one next door :)
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: World Maggot on December 03, 2009, 08:09:57 PM
i love all cats, even the fat ranga one next door :)

What did that guy do in a former life?
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: amy on December 03, 2009, 09:19:32 PM
dunno but i just wanna pinch his chubby cheeks, tickle his chin and engulf him in my boosies, he looks like garfield!
Title: Re: Boy, this sux
Post by: whammy on December 03, 2009, 09:51:10 PM
he'll probably treat your "boosies" as a scratch pole..then u'll throw that snake with fur off the Narrows    or maybe none of the above