Sad and lonely for a kitty...

[goofynina]

Hello my wonderful IHD family,  it's just me, Goofynina, wanting to share my woes with you.  I dont know why but my hubby will not let me have a cat.  I would love to have one to be with me at night since my hubby is working and i am home all by myself.  I dont think he realizes just how much happier i would be.  So much that is going on in my life right now, i think a cat would and could very much be what my life is missing.  Eh, who am i kidding, he will probably just say no again.  I will keep you all posted on my "Quest for a Cat" as it continues full force (like as soon as he gets off work)   Thanks to you all for your support.  Wish me luck. 

[livecam]

Susie...I would do alot for you but I have to tell you something.  I don't care for cats.  There is something about trying to be nice to them as a kid and always getting a ration of claws no matter how nice I was.  Sorry but I'm with Sam on this one. 

Now how about a nice dog?  A dog will be your good buddy, do what you want it to do, ride happily in the back of your pickup, and scare intruders away.  What more besides a new kidney could you possibly want?

Sam is the man this time, my vote is with your old man.

[okarol]

Goofynina,
Cats are cool.
Livecam,
What kind of dog do you have?

[okarol]

We have 2 cats - boys - Tiger and Woody. Both were rescued from their potential demise when we adopted them. Woody was from a litter of ferrel kittens whose mother was captured and spayed. He is a great mouser, ratter, moler, birder and keeps our property rodent free. Tiger was from the humane society, abandoned and bottle fed by the staff. He has no hunting skills whatsoever, but is a lover and talker and can open doors on the cabinets and let us know when Woody has gotten himself trapped in the garage or under the house when mousing.

Cats make great house pets because they listen without interrupting and don't complain about your cooking.  They wait up for you to get home and get up with you in the morning.  They can bathe themselves , don't need to be taken for a walk and keep the mice away. They are very loving and affectionate and have a sense of humor.

[Ohio Buckeye]

I too have 2 cats who were rescued as kittens.
They were so tiny and weak and sickly back then but have thrived.
One is black, one is gold.  Brother and sister.
One very affectionate and wants attention, the other shy.
I used to have a dog which I loved, but a cat is more convenient now like
if I go away for a day or 2 I can just put out extra food and water and they
can take care of themselves, unlike a dog which needs to be let in and out, etc.
They are a lot of company.  Good pets cats are.

[goofynina]

Susie...I would do alot for you but I have to tell you something. I don't care for cats. There is something about trying to be nice to them as a kid and always getting a ration of claws no matter how nice I was. Sorry but I'm with Sam on this one.

Now how about a nice dog? A dog will be your good buddy, do what you want it to do, ride happily in the back of your pickup, and scare intruders away. What more besides a new kidney could you possibly want?

Awww Livecam, we already have a dog, a huge Doberman Pinscher, i love cats, i am always alone at home (Sam works nights) and i want a cat to cuddle and keep me company inside (dog is too huge to put on my lap)  But i guess i can understand how you could not like cats cuz it sounds like cats do not like you. BUT THIS IS ALL ABOUT MEEEEEEEE!!!  lol, j/k   nah, i understand, thats cool. thanks anyways 

[goofynina]

these would be PERFECT in my "I need a favor" thread... can you please post them in there, pleeeeease (we need a begging icon) 

[kimcanada]

Dear Sam:

I have heard that you are a very caring and considerate man, I also know that Susie has so much love to give that she feels that she should share it with a sweet warm cuddly kitty!

Cats are the ultimate "cool" animal; once you love it you will never imagine its personality.

I do hope that you reconsider your "NO" about a cat, because you will never know what you are missing out on

Kimcanada

[livecam]

Susie...I would do alot for you but I have to tell you something. I don't care for cats. There is something about trying to be nice to them as a kid and always getting a ration of claws no matter how nice I was. Sorry but I'm with Sam on this one.

Now how about a nice dog? A dog will be your good buddy, do what you want it to do, ride happily in the back of your pickup, and scare intruders away. What more besides a new kidney could you possibly want?

Awww Livecam, we already have a dog, a huge Doberman Pinscher, i love cats, i am always alone at home (Sam works nights) and i want a cat to cuddle and keep me company inside (dog is too huge to put on my lap)  But i guess i can understand how you could not like cats cuz it sounds like cats do not like you. BUT THIS IS ALL ABOUT MEEEEEEEE!!!  lol, j/k   nah, i understand, thats cool. thanks anyways 

Susie,

Since you were so sweet about it maybe there is something I can do.  Give me Sam's number.  Maybe we can bribe him with something.  What is his favorite restaurant and what does he like to eat?  The sure way to a man's heart is through his food filter.

Sincerely,

P. Daddy

[George Jung]

Sam,

I'm not going to try and sweet talk you.   Let Susie have a cat, it will add to her happiness and even though you may not want a cat, Susie's happiness will be very rewarding.  A small price to pay for such a wonderful lady.

Sincerely,
George

[jbeany]

Dear Sam,

Letting Nina get a kitty will benefit her health - it's been medically proven.

"American, Australian and British studies have shown that pet dogs and cats confer health benefits on their owners. This paper reports results from the first national survey (N = 1011) estimating the magnitude of these benefits. The survey showed that dog and cat owners make fewer annual doctor visits and are less likely to be on medication for heart problems and sleeping difficulties than non-owners. An important public policy implication is that pet ownership probably reduces national health expenditure. By linking sample survey results to data on health expenditure, the paper proposes a method of estimating savings. A preliminary estimate of savings of $988 million is given for Australia for financial year 1994--95."

See the full article - http://www.springerlink.com/content/m8g7286044411447/

The cost savings in medical expenses will more than cover the small expenditure needed to take care of a cat.

or this article - from deltasociety.org

Evidence for long term effects of pet ownership on human health
By J.A. Serpell

Reprinted from Pets, Benefits and Practice.  Waltham Symposium 20, April 19, 1990, Courtesy of Waltham.

Abstract

To determine the impact of pet ownership on human health and well-being, a 10-month prospective study was carried out which investigated changes in behaviour and health status in 71 adult subjects following the acquisition of a new pet (either a dog or a cat). A non-matching control group of 26 subjects without pets served as a comparison over the same period. The control group exhibited no statistically significant changes in any health or lifestyle variable apart from a small increase in walking between the beginning and end of the study. In contrast, both pet-owning groups reported a highly significant reduction in minor health problems during the first month following pet acquisition. . .

Kitties are small, cuddly, and low-maintenance.  Purring is a wonderfully soothing sound that occurs at a frequency that is proven to have healing benefits.  Kitties also make people smile and laugh with their silly antics.  Laughter also has proven health benefits.

Besides, how can you resist this?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GWPOPSXGYI

Nina wants a kitty.  She needs a kitty.  How can you deny her such a tiny thing that will give her so much happiness?

[Sluff]

Dear Sam,

I know you only know me by the screen name Sluff. And you just may want to keep it that way. Did I mention I'm a big guy? Well anyway I was wondering if you could let Susie get a cat? If you don't I may have to pay you a visit. Did I mention I am a black belt in karate? Anyways Susie has been a good friend of mine for awhile now and I think she should be rewarded for all the hard work she does and what better way to reward her than to get her a kitty. After all everyone likes a little kitty (word substitute required) once in awhile right.

Your friend 
Sluff

P.S. Did I mention I was a blackbelt? 

[meadowlandsnj]

Let her have the cat!!  Animals are proven stress reducers and a cat is.......well you don't have to walk it, you don't have to clean out the tank, you don't have to really do anything.  They're very lovable and sweet, no trouble at all.

Let her have the cat!!!!!!!!!!!!!  

Donna

[aharris2]

hey Sam-O,

let Susie have a little gatito bro!!!! they can be fun, my sister has two and i think I'm allergic to them but that doesn't stop me from lovin' them...

she could really use the love of a cat, it eases pain and are great companions, i can vouch for that... Yo quiero a mi gatito!! so let her have one, I'll buy you a tito's taco.

cheers,

Rolando


P.S.  Arriba los Raiders!!!!!

[George Jung]

Well, I guess if you have an itch to make some chili.......mmmmm good.

[aharris2]

Well, I guess if you have an itch to make some chili.......mmmmm good.

am I missing something here?? whaddayamean George???

still waiting for my recipes....

Rolando

[Sluff]

Cats make good house pets because they keep the mice away.

[kitkatz]

Dear Sam,
     Come one, Man...Where is the love? Let the little woman have a cat.  You will find they are nice pets.  Not at all like the dog you have. Here are several reasons you should let her have a cat:

Cats tend to take over the house.
They are easy maintenance.
It will give the lady something to love on.
You might earn lots of kudos with the wife.

The last reason--my big stick!

[George Jung]

The merging of these two topics doesn't make sense to me.  Personally, I do not care for felines but I wanted to contribute to Susie's cause and my cats are good for chili statement doesn't help.  Maybe you can delete it?  Sorry for any trouble. George

[thegrammalady]

sorry, cats make me sneeze....... but i think it's a good idea for you to have one maybe we could just get you one and you could tell sam if followed you home.

[Sluff]

Dear Sam,

Letting Nina get a kitty will benefit her health - it's been medically proven.

"American, Australian and British studies have shown that pet dogs and cats confer health benefits on their owners. This paper reports results from the first national survey (N = 1011) estimating the magnitude of these benefits. The survey showed that dog and cat owners make fewer annual doctor visits and are less likely to be on medication for heart problems and sleeping difficulties than non-owners. An important public policy implication is that pet ownership probably reduces national health expenditure. By linking sample survey results to data on health expenditure, the paper proposes a method of estimating savings. A preliminary estimate of savings of $988 million is given for Australia for financial year 1994--95."

See the full article - http://www.springerlink.com/content/m8g7286044411447/

The cost savings in medical expenses will more than cover the small expenditure needed to take care of a cat.

or this article - from deltasociety.org

Evidence for long term effects of pet ownership on human health
By J.A. Serpell

Reprinted from Pets, Benefits and Practice.  Waltham Symposium 20, April 19, 1990, Courtesy of Waltham.

Abstract

To determine the impact of pet ownership on human health and well-being, a 10-month prospective study was carried out which investigated changes in behaviour and health status in 71 adult subjects following the acquisition of a new pet (either a dog or a cat). A non-matching control group of 26 subjects without pets served as a comparison over the same period. The control group exhibited no statistically significant changes in any health or lifestyle variable apart from a small increase in walking between the beginning and end of the study. In contrast, both pet-owning groups reported a highly significant reduction in minor health problems during the first month following pet acquisition. . .

Kitties are small, cuddly, and low-maintenance.  Purring is a wonderfully soothing sound that occurs at a frequency that is proven to have healing benefits.  Kitties also make people smile and laugh with their silly antics.  Laughter also has proven health benefits.

Besides, how can you resist this?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GWPOPSXGYI

Nina wants a kitty.  She needs a kitty.  How can you deny her such a tiny thing that will give her so much happiness?

JBeany for President

[Hawkeye]

Sam,

I am a huge animal lover and have several cats and dogs in my home.  Each are good for different reasons, but cats have some advantages that dogs don't.  Here is a list of my reasons.

1. Great at keeping mice out of your home.
2. Never have to take them out for a walk
3. Never get woken up in the middle of the night or before you want to get up on the weekends because they need to go out.
4. They make great companions.
5. If you get sick or are upset they seem to know somehow and cuddle with you more to try and make you feel better.
6. Having a cat sitting in your lap and petting it has been medically shown to be a great stress reliever.
7. During the winter you stay warmer at night because you have a cat curled up with you. (The more you have the warmer you stay)
8. Your wife really, really wants one.
9. You would be scoring points with Susie, and from some of her posts here I think you would be scoring big in return. 

How can you go wrong with all those reasons?  It's not like she wants to become the crazy cat lady on the Simpsons. She just wants a cat to fill the void you leave when your not home that the dogs just can't fill.  Cats and dogs show their affection in different ways.  Dogs lick and slobber on you where as cats purr and rub on you.

[nextnoel]

Sam, dear, sweet Sam, let Goofynina have a cat!  She'll love the cat so much that she'll love you even more!  Besides, cats:
1.  are clean and (more or less) neat.
2.  are relatively cheap to take care of.
3.  don't have to be taken for walks outside in bad weather.
4.  are always there for you to talk to when you're sad.
5.  love you unconditionally - you can be ugly, poor, stupid, and (insert political party here), and they still think you're wonderful every time they see you.
6.  are guaranteed to make you laugh a lot.

If I could find a guy like that, I'd probably marry him!   

[livecam]

Lets take a look at the merits of dogs vs. cats and I ask you seriously...would your cat do this for you?

http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D8O4N3101&show_article=1

[aharris2]

Lets take a look at the merits of dogs vs. cats and I ask you seriously...would your cat do this for you?

http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D8O4N3101&show_article=1

why didn't the dog called 911?


 

Rolando