bob b Posted September 9, 2010 Share Posted September 9, 2010 It seems that whenever somebody moves into my little close, they buy a cat. Theres lots of the blighters roaming around. My fish pond was constantly raided....until I secured the acres and placed plastic spiky things around the top.Every time I mow my attractive American divorcee's grass, I end up with cat poo on my shoes. They fight and make a racket outside my bedroom window in the early hours and also walk over my car bonnet.I reckon a wheelie bin is the correct receptacle for a cat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duffers Posted September 9, 2010 Share Posted September 9, 2010 it's not the cats fault - it's the owners who have an unshakeable belief in the right of their mangy pet to use your garden as a toilet, hassle birds, fish fieldmice as and however they like on your land, leaving you - and your kids - with the task of avoiding the little parcels scattered everywhere. if the owners are so bl$$dy fond of them why are they so reluctant to keep them close - on their own premises - marking their territory at home. you rarely see dogs wandering around now - so why should we have to put up with cats a woman in a village near us recently complained about the volume of traffic driving through - apparently 2 of her precious cats had been knocked over and killed so she wants the speed limit lowering - doesn't seem to occur to her to keep the damn things OFF THE ROAD in the first place >:-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazza454 Posted September 9, 2010 Share Posted September 9, 2010 bob b - 2010-09-09 10:19 PM I reckon a wheelie bin is the correct receptacle for a cat. Nah, a small piece of poisened fish is very efficient in dealing with this particular problem..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LordThornber Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 Wonderful additions to the home. Love them to bits. Do anything for them. Cats are very relaxing, great hangover cures, (try stroking a cat when your heads throbbing), amazing. Independent, none of that taking for walks caper, (what IS that all about?) Great to see them fertilising our neighbours soil beds. And you can stuff 'em in the glove box and avoid the Pet Passport 8-) That's us kanackered at Calais next week then... Martyn :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob b Posted September 10, 2010 Author Share Posted September 10, 2010 I remember reading some years ago, that two people went to court over the ownership of a particular cat. Apparently for years the cat had been visiting both houses for food and affection and both people thought that they owned it, (does a cat have an owner?).Why on earth people would go to court over such a matter beggars believe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LordThornber Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 Gotta admit Bob, I wouldn't go that far. There's a saying that goes something like, Cats have staff, Dogs have owners. It's true. Our 2, one male, one female, as different as chalk and cheese. The female comes home dilligently for food, warmth and bed. Frets like mad whilst we're away, even though we employ cat/house sitters. The male? Ha, does whatever he chooses, couldn't give a toss whether we're away for a day or a month, just looks at you as if to say, or you're back are you, get the nosh on the go. Some folk just don't "get" cats, and that's fine. I don't "get" dogs. Martyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tracker Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 Dilute Jeyes Fluid sprayed around the garden will discourage dogs and cats as they don't like the smell! As their noses are more sensitive than ours it does not need to be too strong and a watering can with spray bar or fine rose is ideal for the purpose! Similarly a dilute mixture in an old spray cleaner bottle is ideal for spraying the van wheels to discourage dogs from using the area for their convenience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duffers Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 Tracker - 2010-09-10 10:55 AM Dilute Jeyes Fluid sprayed around the garden will discourage dogs and cats as they don't like the smell! As their noses are more sensitive than ours it does not need to be too strong and a watering can with spray bar or fine rose is ideal for the purpose! Similarly a dilute mixture in an old spray cleaner bottle is ideal for spraying the van wheels to discourage dogs from using the area for their convenience. why dilute - the rain'll take care of that for you but - still don't see why other peoples cats should mean I have to spend money cat proofing my garden - surely that should be done by the cat owners themselves still don't see why - if you are that fond of them - you don't keep the little sods close to you - they are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY not your poor neighbours Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tracker Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 duffers - 2010-09-10 11:02 AM why dilute - the rain'll take care of that for you still don't see why - if you are that fond of them - you don't keep the little sods close to you - they are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY not your poor neighbours Have you seen the price of a can of Jeyes Fluid these days - I rest my case for dilution! Nobody can control a cat - unlike dogs who like to please their owners cats just do their own thing - and you have to admire them for that! Our dog just loves it when a cat comes into her garden - they don't stay long and generally leave at high velocity! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PetMice Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 Ah, Cats, how we love them! Cats don't usually use the lawn because they can't attempt to bury it, you may have foxes or hedgehogs. There used to be a lovely Field Guide to British Poop. Actually its called Animal Tracks and Signs. Anyway, a few Holly Leaves sprinkled around your borders might help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob b Posted September 10, 2010 Author Share Posted September 10, 2010 I was thinking more of anti-personnel mines scattered around the borders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Jones Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 I'm sure I read somewhere that legally cats DON'T have owners. That is, if your dog gets out and does some damage, you're liable, but if it's "your" cat there's no legal liability, as the law regards cats as wild rather than domesticated. Can anyone confirm or deny, with references? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliB Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 "Cat owners do not have a legal responsibility for the consequences of the animals' natural behaviour such as the instinct to chase birds in the garden. However, they are responsible for any damage the animal causes under trespass laws but in reality, this would be difficult to prove." Extract from http://www.malvernhills.gov.uk/cms/environmental-health/animal-welfare/cats.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest pelmetman Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 I was very fond of my ginger pussy..................................sadly no longer with us :'( His ashes are in a lounge cupboard along with 2 others and a dog, I now call the cupboard the catacombs (lol) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tracker Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 When it snows you can always use the ashes to grit the road - you may well have enough to do half the county! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob b Posted September 10, 2010 Author Share Posted September 10, 2010 I don't hate all cats....just the ones with a pulse. As for taking one away with me on holiday..... The sensible thing to do, would be instead of paying for a cattery, shoot it and buy a replacement when you return. After all, they're not a lot of money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazza454 Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 pelmetman - 2010-09-10 3:47 PM I was very fond of my ginger pussy..................................sadly no longer with us :'( His ashes are in a lounge cupboard along with 2 others and a dog, I now call the cupboard the catacombs (lol) Oh dear, time for a lie down - there but for the grace of God etc, etc, etc.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest pelmetman Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 Bazza454 - 2010-09-10 7:53 PMpelmetman - 2010-09-10 3:47 PM I was very fond of my ginger pussy..................................sadly no longer with us :'( His ashes are in a lounge cupboard along with 2 others and a dog, I now call the cupboard the catacombs (lol) Oh dear, time for a lie down - there but for the grace of God etc, etc, etc....Yes sadly all my pussies have gone to heaven :'( I no longer have little "Tiddles" except of the medical kind :-S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michele Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 My daughter reckons your all nuts :D Lucky its not her orse crapping on ya lawn :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel B Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 A work colleage has 7 cats (at last count ... I think!) and when he bought his house, the first thing he did was cat proof his garden, that is make sure they could NOT get out! It cost him a fair bit of dosh but at least it means he can let them out and knows that they are safe, and obviously it doesn't cause problems for his neighbours. I wish all cat owners did this. Just remembered ... we once had a cat 'clock' in our garden ... it was when our dog was swinging on its tail like a pendulum as it tried to escape over the wall!!! :D :D :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duffers Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 Mel B - 2010-09-10 8:44 PM A work colleage has 7 cats (at last count ... I think!) and when he bought his house, the first thing he did was cat proof his garden, that is make sure they could NOT get out! It cost him a fair bit of dosh but at least it means he can let them out and knows that they are safe, and obviously it doesn't cause problems for his neighbours. I wish all cat owners did this. they should be made to Just remembered ... we once had a cat 'clock' in our garden ... it was when our dog was swinging on its tail like a pendulum as it tried to escape over the wall!!! :D :D :D can we borrow the dog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel B Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 Unfortunately 'Piggy' is no longer with us :-( ... neither are the cats! >:-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JudgeMental Posted September 11, 2010 Share Posted September 11, 2010 Lots of recipes on this site for cats....Beer roasted cat being a particular favourite. Hey! dont knock free protein!:D WARNING! not for the squeamish? http://www.ooze.com/ooze13/cats.html#cook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duffers Posted September 11, 2010 Share Posted September 11, 2010 no good mushrooms make me ill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syd Posted September 11, 2010 Share Posted September 11, 2010 Here is a warning for you Cats just love cooked chicken portions Cooked chicken portions soak up lots of antifreeze Antifreeze is poisonous Antifreeze is sweet tasting antifreeze is sweet smelling Cats cannot taste or smell sweetness So be very careful not to let any cats near to any cooked chicken portions that are soaked in antifreeze Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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