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Old September 22nd 03, 07:01 AM
Steve Remington
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We have two, nearly two years old, desexed, male, burmese cats. Their names
are Trim (Blue) and Fidel (Lilac). They are litter-mates. They get on very
well and are almost inseparable. For example, I have to take them to the
vet together even though only one is sick because the other frets when they
are separated for even just a short while.

They are indoor only cats except for the occassions that we take them for a
walk using a leash and harness. They both enjoy the experience of going
outside but Fidel appears to really love it. We cannot spend our entire
lives taking them for walks outside and letting them outside unsurpervised
is not an option. We live in an apartment so having some sort of outdoor
enclosure is not possible. We do, however, leave fly screen protected
windows or doors open whenever weather allows to let them at least see and
smell outside. They a couple of indoor climbing posts and many toys that
they regularly chase around the house.

Fidel, however, is driving us insane. We took them for a walk a couple of
days ago and ever since his constant meowing and pawing at the front door
has become almost unbearable. The only peace we get is when he finally goes
to sleep.

I have tried usual water squirting and that only shuts him up long enough
for him to dry the spot on which the water hit him.

He is normally a little more vocal than his brother (who is a man of few
words) but as I said his behaviour is becoming unbearable.

I would appreciate any suggestions from members of the group as to how I
might persuade Fidel to be a little less vocal so that I can maintain my
sanity.

Thanks in advance to all who reply.

Regards,
Steve
---------------------------------------
Steve Remington
Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia

---------------------------------------
Great spirits have always encountered
violent opposition from mediocre minds.
Albert Einstein
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Old September 22nd 03, 07:44 AM
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Steve wrote:

I would appreciate any suggestions from
members of the group as to how I might
persuade Fidel to be a little less vocal so
that I can maintain my sanity.


Squirting, yelling, etc. will not work to stop your cat's behavior.
Since this behavior seems to be associated with Fidel's desire to go
outside, your best option is to set aside a time each day in the
afternoon or evening to take the cats for a walk. Cats are big on
routine and if you do this at about the same time every day Fidel will
probably be more relaxed knowing he will have a little adventure each
day and stop the behavior. I'm sure there are days when you might not be
able to go out for as long, but even if it's for 10 minutes that is
certainly doable and is time well spent that will make you both happy.


Megan



"The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do
nothing."

-Edmund Burke

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elementary truth the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and
splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then
providence moves too. A whole stream of events issues from the decision,
raising in one's favor all manner of unforeseen incidents, meetings and
material assistance, which no man could have dreamt would have come his
way."

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Old September 22nd 03, 07:44 AM
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Steve wrote:

I would appreciate any suggestions from
members of the group as to how I might
persuade Fidel to be a little less vocal so
that I can maintain my sanity.


Squirting, yelling, etc. will not work to stop your cat's behavior.
Since this behavior seems to be associated with Fidel's desire to go
outside, your best option is to set aside a time each day in the
afternoon or evening to take the cats for a walk. Cats are big on
routine and if you do this at about the same time every day Fidel will
probably be more relaxed knowing he will have a little adventure each
day and stop the behavior. I'm sure there are days when you might not be
able to go out for as long, but even if it's for 10 minutes that is
certainly doable and is time well spent that will make you both happy.


Megan



"The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do
nothing."

-Edmund Burke

Learn The TRUTH About Declawing
http://www.stopdeclaw.com

Zuzu's Cats Photo Album:
http://www.PictureTrail.com/zuzu22

"Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation), there is one
elementary truth the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and
splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then
providence moves too. A whole stream of events issues from the decision,
raising in one's favor all manner of unforeseen incidents, meetings and
material assistance, which no man could have dreamt would have come his
way."

- W.H. Murray


  #4  
Old September 22nd 03, 07:44 AM
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Steve wrote:

I would appreciate any suggestions from
members of the group as to how I might
persuade Fidel to be a little less vocal so
that I can maintain my sanity.


Squirting, yelling, etc. will not work to stop your cat's behavior.
Since this behavior seems to be associated with Fidel's desire to go
outside, your best option is to set aside a time each day in the
afternoon or evening to take the cats for a walk. Cats are big on
routine and if you do this at about the same time every day Fidel will
probably be more relaxed knowing he will have a little adventure each
day and stop the behavior. I'm sure there are days when you might not be
able to go out for as long, but even if it's for 10 minutes that is
certainly doable and is time well spent that will make you both happy.


Megan



"The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do
nothing."

-Edmund Burke

Learn The TRUTH About Declawing
http://www.stopdeclaw.com

Zuzu's Cats Photo Album:
http://www.PictureTrail.com/zuzu22

"Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation), there is one
elementary truth the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and
splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then
providence moves too. A whole stream of events issues from the decision,
raising in one's favor all manner of unforeseen incidents, meetings and
material assistance, which no man could have dreamt would have come his
way."

- W.H. Murray


  #5  
Old September 22nd 03, 10:27 AM
Alison
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Hi ,
I think this breed and also Siamese can be very unhappy at being kept
in and they also very vocal . These very intelligent and active cats
need much more stimualtion than some other types.
*We cannot spend our entire lives taking them for walks outside * if
you take on the responsibility of owning a pet and it is unhappy ,
then the onus is on you to alleviate that unhappiness. No one can give
you a magic pill to stop your cat crying but a walk a day will go a
long way to a contented cat .

--
Alison

Rescues.
http://mysite.freeserve.com/AnimalRescueLinksUK/

Links to animal information websites
http://mysite.freeserve.com/petinfolinks/
"Steve Remington" wrote in message
...
We have two, nearly two years old, desexed, male, burmese cats.

Their names
are Trim (Blue) and Fidel (Lilac). They are litter-mates. They get

on very
well and are almost inseparable. For example, I have to take them

to the
vet together even though only one is sick because the other frets

when they
are separated for even just a short while.

They are indoor only cats except for the occassions that we take

them for a
walk using a leash and harness. They both enjoy the experience of

going
outside but Fidel appears to really love it. We cannot spend our

entire
lives taking them for walks outside and letting them outside

unsurpervised
is not an option. We live in an apartment so having some sort of

outdoor
enclosure is not possible. We do, however, leave fly screen

protected
windows or doors open whenever weather allows to let them at least

see and
smell outside. They a couple of indoor climbing posts and many toys

that
they regularly chase around the house.

Fidel, however, is driving us insane. We took them for a walk a

couple of
days ago and ever since his constant meowing and pawing at the front

door
has become almost unbearable. The only peace we get is when he

finally goes
to sleep.

I have tried usual water squirting and that only shuts him up long

enough
for him to dry the spot on which the water hit him.

He is normally a little more vocal than his brother (who is a man of

few
words) but as I said his behaviour is becoming unbearable.

I would appreciate any suggestions from members of the group as to

how I
might persuade Fidel to be a little less vocal so that I can

maintain my
sanity.

Thanks in advance to all who reply.

Regards,
Steve
---------------------------------------
Steve Remington
Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia

---------------------------------------
Great spirits have always encountered
violent opposition from mediocre minds.
Albert Einstein
---------------------------------------




  #6  
Old September 22nd 03, 10:27 AM
Alison
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Hi ,
I think this breed and also Siamese can be very unhappy at being kept
in and they also very vocal . These very intelligent and active cats
need much more stimualtion than some other types.
*We cannot spend our entire lives taking them for walks outside * if
you take on the responsibility of owning a pet and it is unhappy ,
then the onus is on you to alleviate that unhappiness. No one can give
you a magic pill to stop your cat crying but a walk a day will go a
long way to a contented cat .

--
Alison

Rescues.
http://mysite.freeserve.com/AnimalRescueLinksUK/

Links to animal information websites
http://mysite.freeserve.com/petinfolinks/
"Steve Remington" wrote in message
...
We have two, nearly two years old, desexed, male, burmese cats.

Their names
are Trim (Blue) and Fidel (Lilac). They are litter-mates. They get

on very
well and are almost inseparable. For example, I have to take them

to the
vet together even though only one is sick because the other frets

when they
are separated for even just a short while.

They are indoor only cats except for the occassions that we take

them for a
walk using a leash and harness. They both enjoy the experience of

going
outside but Fidel appears to really love it. We cannot spend our

entire
lives taking them for walks outside and letting them outside

unsurpervised
is not an option. We live in an apartment so having some sort of

outdoor
enclosure is not possible. We do, however, leave fly screen

protected
windows or doors open whenever weather allows to let them at least

see and
smell outside. They a couple of indoor climbing posts and many toys

that
they regularly chase around the house.

Fidel, however, is driving us insane. We took them for a walk a

couple of
days ago and ever since his constant meowing and pawing at the front

door
has become almost unbearable. The only peace we get is when he

finally goes
to sleep.

I have tried usual water squirting and that only shuts him up long

enough
for him to dry the spot on which the water hit him.

He is normally a little more vocal than his brother (who is a man of

few
words) but as I said his behaviour is becoming unbearable.

I would appreciate any suggestions from members of the group as to

how I
might persuade Fidel to be a little less vocal so that I can

maintain my
sanity.

Thanks in advance to all who reply.

Regards,
Steve
---------------------------------------
Steve Remington
Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia

---------------------------------------
Great spirits have always encountered
violent opposition from mediocre minds.
Albert Einstein
---------------------------------------




  #7  
Old September 22nd 03, 10:27 AM
Alison
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Default

Hi ,
I think this breed and also Siamese can be very unhappy at being kept
in and they also very vocal . These very intelligent and active cats
need much more stimualtion than some other types.
*We cannot spend our entire lives taking them for walks outside * if
you take on the responsibility of owning a pet and it is unhappy ,
then the onus is on you to alleviate that unhappiness. No one can give
you a magic pill to stop your cat crying but a walk a day will go a
long way to a contented cat .

--
Alison

Rescues.
http://mysite.freeserve.com/AnimalRescueLinksUK/

Links to animal information websites
http://mysite.freeserve.com/petinfolinks/
"Steve Remington" wrote in message
...
We have two, nearly two years old, desexed, male, burmese cats.

Their names
are Trim (Blue) and Fidel (Lilac). They are litter-mates. They get

on very
well and are almost inseparable. For example, I have to take them

to the
vet together even though only one is sick because the other frets

when they
are separated for even just a short while.

They are indoor only cats except for the occassions that we take

them for a
walk using a leash and harness. They both enjoy the experience of

going
outside but Fidel appears to really love it. We cannot spend our

entire
lives taking them for walks outside and letting them outside

unsurpervised
is not an option. We live in an apartment so having some sort of

outdoor
enclosure is not possible. We do, however, leave fly screen

protected
windows or doors open whenever weather allows to let them at least

see and
smell outside. They a couple of indoor climbing posts and many toys

that
they regularly chase around the house.

Fidel, however, is driving us insane. We took them for a walk a

couple of
days ago and ever since his constant meowing and pawing at the front

door
has become almost unbearable. The only peace we get is when he

finally goes
to sleep.

I have tried usual water squirting and that only shuts him up long

enough
for him to dry the spot on which the water hit him.

He is normally a little more vocal than his brother (who is a man of

few
words) but as I said his behaviour is becoming unbearable.

I would appreciate any suggestions from members of the group as to

how I
might persuade Fidel to be a little less vocal so that I can

maintain my
sanity.

Thanks in advance to all who reply.

Regards,
Steve
---------------------------------------
Steve Remington
Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia

---------------------------------------
Great spirits have always encountered
violent opposition from mediocre minds.
Albert Einstein
---------------------------------------




  #8  
Old September 22nd 03, 10:05 PM
Barb 1
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I think you have a talkative breed. Sounds like your cat is doing you a
favor by trying to entice you to go for a walk. (Walks in the fresh air are
good for you.) You are busy but what is 10 or 15 minutes out of your day?

--
Barb
I can only please one person a day.
Today is not your day.
Tomorrow doesn't look good either.


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Old September 22nd 03, 10:05 PM
Barb 1
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I think you have a talkative breed. Sounds like your cat is doing you a
favor by trying to entice you to go for a walk. (Walks in the fresh air are
good for you.) You are busy but what is 10 or 15 minutes out of your day?

--
Barb
I can only please one person a day.
Today is not your day.
Tomorrow doesn't look good either.


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Old September 22nd 03, 10:05 PM
Barb 1
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I think you have a talkative breed. Sounds like your cat is doing you a
favor by trying to entice you to go for a walk. (Walks in the fresh air are
good for you.) You are busy but what is 10 or 15 minutes out of your day?

--
Barb
I can only please one person a day.
Today is not your day.
Tomorrow doesn't look good either.


 




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