Again, I wouldn't recommend it. Most cats I've know (and owned) don't care to be held that way and if they struggle it's too easy to drop them. The ONLY cat I can hold like that is my Wickett because he has 120% trust in me and I think he secretly likes it.Originally Posted by fuggles
also, how do i pick up a cat so its a like a baby in my arms posture, instead of picking it up the typical way
hmm okay, thanksOriginally Posted by twstychik
Again, I wouldn't recommend it. Most cats I've know (and owned) don't care to be held that way and if they struggle it's too easy to drop them. The ONLY cat I can hold like that is my Wickett because he has 120% trust in me and I think he secretly likes it.
Thats EVIL you bad person! (I know you are kidding) When i got my Binky she was a shelter stray. The vet looked at her teeth to try and age her. Like the others said, unless real young or real old, it is going to be a ball park figure.Originally Posted by Möbius
Cut him in half and count the rings, perhaps?
I'm KIDDING, I'm KIDDING!!!!
I agree, I wouldn't recommend it. I can do this with my boys, but they know I'm not about to harm them.Originally Posted by fuggles
also, how do i pick up a cat so its a like a baby in my arms posture, instead of picking it up the typical way
Funny... That's the only way I pick Lucky up... I don't know why, it just happens to be. Bugsy doesn't let me hold him this way though.Originally Posted by fuggles
also, how do i pick up a cat so its a like a baby in my arms posture, instead of picking it up the typical way
I think some cats are more tolerant of this kind of treatment then others. My 2 year old DSH Panther likes to be picked up this way and will lay in my arms with her belly exposed. Sometimes she even meows until I pick her up like this. Although sometimes she likes to put her paw on my face and slowly bring out her claws until I make her stop.Originally Posted by Forensic
I agree, I wouldn't recommend it. I can do this with my boys, but they know I'm not about to harm them.
The belly is a very vulnerable spot on a cat and they are likely to defend it instinctively. And if you have them on their back in your arms the instinct is to attack your face.
Originally Posted by Autumnblueangel
It really depends on the individual cat, the breed & how you raise them, and if you ever have one that reacts like this - count yourself lucky, because this is their way of telling you how much they truly love you, rely on you, & trust you, it's one of the most amazing feelings in the world.