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Why would anyone have pets if you couldn’t cuddle them?
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Cuddling is the absolute best part of having pets!
I was used to my cats curling up on my lap anytime I sat down, but after I adopted my dog, Max, they were none too pleased. When he came near, there was much hissing, spitting, and growling. Most cats don’t appreciate dogs, but he never chased or bothered the cats, he would just go lay on his dog bed rather than risk a painful death at the paws of these psychotic kitties.
When no cats were occupying the space he would jump up and settle in on the couch. If they did come in, they would steer clear and, though I often complain about their obnoxious behavior, I did miss my lap heaters.
It’s been almost a year since we brought our pup home and he will now lay on one side of the long couch while cats are on the other, preferably with a human between them. When no human is available, he’ll burrow under a blanket, I think they would rather not see him!
The other night, I was lounging on the couch watching a movie with my husband. Rascal was curled up on my lap when Max came in to join us. He jumped up and lay at the farthest end, as I expected he would. My movie continued and I noticed that little by little Max was edging closer to me. Eventually he reached my side and pressed his back up against me.
Rascal didn’t show any sign that he had noticed, though I’m sure he knew Max was there. It felt wonderful for me to cuddle with two of my babies at the same time and not feel like poor Max was being shunned! I could pet them both at the same time, feel their warmth, and give and receive lots of love. It was a fabulous and unexpected bonding moment.
What surprised me even more was that Rascal stuck around, more than that, didn’t protest or even glance up while the following was going on! Max, being in a frisky mood, bumped my hand up with his nose to continue petting him, then, as I pet him, rolled over on his back for a good belly rub. Whenever I was distracted by my movie and stopped, he would kick and playfully nibble my hand. He wasn’t quiet about it, but Rascal “slept” peacefully through all this jostling and commotion.
Do you think he was really so asleep that he was oblivious to all that?
No way. I’m sure he was fully aware of what was going on, though he’ll never admit it.
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OMD I do the exact same thing! Except I don't have to worry about psycho kitties! Love Dolly
Fun when all the pets get along!
Really cute moment and it's great when all our pets get along the way we envision! Thanks for sharing your moment!
what a great story. I loved reading it.
So cute that they share naps. Those moments are priceless and make us proud as pet parents.
I totally agree that a pet you can't cuddle seems a bit pointless. Cuddling is the best! How great that your cats have relaxed about your dog now.
Aw, that's so sweet! That happens here, too (with the cats). It's like a cuddle sandwich. 🙂
How lucky for you to be the center of a pet cuddle sandwich! Isn't it just a wonderful feeling love and be loved by pets?
LOL! Pet cuddle sandwich! love it. Yes, so wonderful!
Cuddles are the best. That's probably my favorite part of the day when Chuy curls up next to me.
I think he knew, and he just let it slide for a time. Kitties are very aware of their surroundings as I am sure you know lol so I dont think theres any way he didnt notice LOL
But how nice of him to allow that, probably just to make you happy for a few minutes hehe
((husky hugz frum da pack))
"love is being owned by a husky"
Or he was just too lazy to put in the effort to make a fuss. Oh I'm sure he knew, but doesn't want anyone to know that!
Awww! How sweet! It is really nice that they at least put up with one another. To have both of them cuddle you at the same time is quite the accomplishment. 🙂 What a blessing!
When you live with animals, you're always learning. That is so neat! They are fabulous teachers.
So good of them to share the lap time! We are not good sports about sharing laps at all.
Our Harvey cuddles every evening. It's 'his' time on my lap!
Marjorie
love that he gets his special time
We loved it!
That's so sweet! It's great when pets haven't seemed to be getting along finally come around and accept each other. When we adopted our third cat Sophie, our first cat Delilah did not like her at all. She wouldn't go anywhere near Sophie, and if Sophie ever approached Delilah, Sophie would get slapped. It took about 6-7 months, but Delilah has finally come around, and the two of them are friends now. It makes things so much easier! I'm glad that your kitties are coming around to Max. Who knows – maybe one day they will actually cuddle WITH EACH OTHER! — Love from Emily, Delilah, Sampson, Sophie, Sassy, and Caster
I won't hold my breath for that day, but that would be awesome!
This happened once or twice here : I did as if I didn't notice that Zorro was coming very cautiously on the other side of Claire. As long as he remained on the couch beside her, I could stand it, but if he dared only have a glance on her lap, I was hissing, growling, and slapping ! Don't even think of lying down on MY mum ! Loupi