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I don’t know about you, but I’m not really a cat person. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve made friends with quite a few cats over the years. They seem to like me and I’m more than happy to pet them, but I don’t currently imagine I’d have one as a pet.
You see I’m a dog person. We currently have two; one of around 12 years and another that’s just five and I love having them around, taking them for walks, watching their characteristics and learning about them every day. They’re there and they’re part of my life.
We’re currently looking after friends’ cats and we pop around every day, morning and evening, to feed them and make sure they’re OK. But because of the independent nature of cats not all of them are at the house all the time and to me – a dog person – that just seems kind of wrong.
If the dogs weren’t around I’d freak out! Where were they? What were they doing? Would they be safe? Are they in danger? When will they come home? Etc. etc. etc.
So to arrive to find a cat’s not there and not to see them perhaps until the next visit in the morning I find very weird and I’m still trying not to be too troubled and worried by this, especially as we’re the ‘responsible people’ looking after them while their owners are away. There’s a strange part of me that just wants to close the cat flap up and make sure they’re in the house all the time – but I know that’s not fair on the cats of course; they’re not like that – that’s my issue and not theirs…
I know there’s plenty of cat owners out there and loads of lovely cats and it’s just me that’s not adapting well, but I wonder if anyone else has ever felt like this? Let me know if you understand what I’m going on about… Please!
You see I’m a dog person. We currently have two; one of around 12 years and another that’s just five and I love having them around, taking them for walks, watching their characteristics and learning about them every day. They’re there and they’re part of my life.
We’re currently looking after friends’ cats and we pop around every day, morning and evening, to feed them and make sure they’re OK. But because of the independent nature of cats not all of them are at the house all the time and to me – a dog person – that just seems kind of wrong.
If the dogs weren’t around I’d freak out! Where were they? What were they doing? Would they be safe? Are they in danger? When will they come home? Etc. etc. etc.
So to arrive to find a cat’s not there and not to see them perhaps until the next visit in the morning I find very weird and I’m still trying not to be too troubled and worried by this, especially as we’re the ‘responsible people’ looking after them while their owners are away. There’s a strange part of me that just wants to close the cat flap up and make sure they’re in the house all the time – but I know that’s not fair on the cats of course; they’re not like that – that’s my issue and not theirs…
I know there’s plenty of cat owners out there and loads of lovely cats and it’s just me that’s not adapting well, but I wonder if anyone else has ever felt like this? Let me know if you understand what I’m going on about… Please!
Dreya B
&DreyaB
5 months ago
&happynutritionist No Claudia, not here. I have friends who are dog people, but the people who I see most often currently are cat people, which is why we ended up looking after them. I don't see myself being converted, anytime soon, but they are friendly cats... :0)
Claudia Meydrech
&happynutritionist
5 months ago
When I saw the title I thought I was going to have to defend why I am NOT a cat person...lol. I am a dog person too, surrounded by family members who have cats, too many cats!
Dreya B
&DreyaB
5 months ago
&CherylFay I'd just been reading your post about the kitten Cheryl and hadn't commented as I was still think about possible names! I've not owned cats (obviously!) but both cats and dogs seem to worm their way into your life without you hardly realising it. I was happy to fuss the various cats we were looking after recently and our two dogs are always so affectionate - you'd never believe it when you look at them but they're both so soft... Whatever happens I'm sure it will give you more to think (and write!) about. :0)
Cheryl Mikesell
&CherylFay
5 months ago
I found this post to be interesting since we just picked up a stray kitty. I was thinking a little dog would be nice to have around since I've been getting to know my brothers little Yorkie and dachshund. I've never been fond of animals in the house but I seem to be changing my mind on that.... I've always loved German Shephards! Grew up with those. Having a kitty around these last few days has been interesting.... but growing attached more than I thought I would.
Dreya B
&DreyaB
5 months ago
&Raintree They sound like great cat visitors! Good fun. :0) I've never owned cats but other friends and family have - I imagine I'd struggle unless it was a stray I was helping out. I'd always worry if they were OK, unless of course they stayed in like those you mention. There seems to be more 'house cats' than I'd realised. The worry should be over shortly though - the owners are on their way home. :0)
&Raintree
5 months ago
We have always had dogs and never had a cat. I love both though :) We used to have two cats visit us when we first moved here, they waited every day when we got in from work as we always played with them-their home was three doors away but they liked coming here to play! We told the owners but they said the cats came and went as they wished-very independent! I can completely understand why you would be troubled not knowing where the cats you are looking after are though. My friend has cats but they are indoor cats really they don't seem to want to go out much.
Dreya B
&DreyaB
5 months ago
&RenaissanceWoman Thanks Diana, you are such a good and balanced soul... I'm sure I would help if any animal was in need, though the dogs would have to adjust gradually! I can truly understand your approach to looking after your lovely cats girls and I know they can be such sociable and loving creatures. Today the black cats stay inside as the French hunting season has started! Thankfully it's controlled to particular days, so we know to keep them safe and I know they will be there waiting for food this evening. :0)
Dreya B
&DreyaB
5 months ago
&stereomike83 Well that's understandable Mike. The years now and into the future are going to be such fun! :0)
Diana
&RenaissanceWoman
5 months ago
I never knew I was a cat person, as well as a dog person, until I was put in a position to rescue a cat (and then 3) in need. My cats stay indoors. They will live much longer in the safety of our home (and be much healthier). And, my girls stay right by my side whenever I am in the house. I can understand why you are a bit troubled when you don't know the latest status of the cats in your care. It would worry me, also.
Mike H
&stereomike83
5 months ago
&DreyaB the two kids both under 3yrs means no pets yet!!!
Dreya B
&DreyaB
5 months ago
&stereomike83 Oh dear - that's a shame Mike! Perhaps one day you can find one of each who get on or will grow up together... I bet I'm in trouble now! ;0)
Dreya B
&DreyaB
5 months ago
&nightcats Of course you are nightcats... I thought of you after I wrote this. I love animals too, but I have to admit my leaning towards dogs currently. :0)
Mike H
&stereomike83
5 months ago
I'm a cat person but my wife is a dog person which means at the moment we have neither!
Nightcats
&nightcats
5 months ago
I'm a cat person through and through, but actually I love all animals
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