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To: CatLady who wrote (1)	4/30/1998 7:25:00 PM
From: CatLady	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 2940

Basic Rules for Cats who have a House to Run geog.utoronto.ca Sample: 11.4 LAPS "Undoubtedly THE best way to get attention from a human is to jump in his/her lap and purr. Few humans can resist because it makes them think you like them (which may even be true!). Ear scratches, belly rubs, back stroking: all these and more can be yours. Some Cats like this treatment a little TOO much and acquire the silly name "Lap Fungus". Lap sessions also provide golden opportunities for shedding--be sure to take advantage of clothes which contrast with your fur (see also GUESTS). Unfortunately, humans have the annoying tendency to want to get up to do their mundane activities, like answering the thing that rings or going to the Big White Drinking Bowl. Protest this disturbance with accusing looks and plaintive meows. Some laps may require "softening up" with a little kneading; just be sure not to use the claws or you may have an unexpected flying lesson! Note that the occasional adoring gaze with half-closed eyes directed toward your human, especially when you are curled up in his/her lap purring and being petted, will keep him/her eating out of your paw for weeks. (Do not spoil your human by doing this too often.) "

To: CatLady who wrote (1)	5/4/1998 3:10:00 AM
From: Bill J. Landis	Read Replies (6) \| Respond to of 2940

Gotta question for all ya'll Cat people ... My family has almost always had cats around. When I was born, we lived on a farm that was once home to as many as 30 cats, and wen we moved to Michigan we started with 2, had as many as 4 on a few occasions and are now down to just 1 (he's about 18 years old now). I'm not in the process of moving out. My summer roomate has a cat, but I'll probably be getting a place of my own come fall, and I'm sure I'm gonna want a cat not long after. My specific question is about de-clawing ... the 3 cats in our house when I was growing up were all indoor/outdoor cats, and none were de-clawed, but I'll probably be spending a decent amount of the next few years living in city apartments. Is there any "general consensus" about whether de-clawing is a good idea or not? Also, any other input/advice for me in looking for a new pet is most appreciated!!! Thanks -- Bill Landis