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They did a black friday adoption thing in Houston recently where they gave discounts to adopt all black dogs and cats. I thought it was a clever play on words.
... I have no clue about the males except potential litters without spaying right away. Though, to be fair, I had females and they sprayed sometimes as well. -_- super annoying, it was the reason we got females in the first place was to avoid the spraying.
^I don't get why black animals aren't wanted by most people either. Superstition, I guess?
I prefer black cats. They are so sleek and elegant.
I also have two female cats (one is stereotypically aloof and grouchy, and the other the most cuddly, gentle cat ever), and my most beloved cat who died was solid black and female.
I think it is because they are lazy people don't want to bother with neutering. If it's a male then they don't have to deal with kitty litters. This is just my opinion.
As for me, I adopted two female british shorthair. Both sterilized and taken cared of during recovery. Took time off to care for them.
That being said, I'm still a Patriarchal Shitlord that treats both genders the same. Shocking concept. I also feed them 100 % of what a male cat would receive but they only want to eat 77 %. They must have internalized meowsoginy. Viva la Patriarçon!
Female cats are more defensive/less trusting than males. Evolutionary instincts because they have to protect their young. That's the answer I got.
So they are more standoffish and more vigilant. I have one female. My mother has a male and female. He's a goofball. He's barely aware of his surroundings (for a cat). The females are much more, "who/what is that small noise?! "
I think when adoptions take place, the kittehs who are more able to lay on the charm draw attention and since males are less inclined to self-preserve, it exudes a more relaxed kitty. Which is, more adoptable.
I adopted mine because she was so quiet and I wanted a lap cat. I had a male previously but he died of cancer. He was super rambunctious. It's like introvert/extrovert. Males have more extrovert qualities and lady kittys have more introverted tendencies.
i've only had mine a week but defiently an e of some sort, possibly esfp. i dunno
what type would be the kind to chew electrical cords when they want attention or food and it's not feeding time?
and carries small object in their mouth around the apartment?
is sometimes completely interested in an object other times couldn't care less.
doesn't really meow ever only when you're about to feed her or hears something outside and it's usually only one meow
-the exception to this car rides where she meows the whole time, unless return home then she doesn't cry once.
has zero interest in catnip
is affectionate
This Feline Temperament Type Sorter is based on the model developed by Myers-Briggs for people. It is designed to separate cats into 16 possible temperament types based on situational behaviors observed by the respondent. Identifying and understanding an individual cat's temperament ty
CSPQ (Cautious Social Compliant Quiet)
A quiet, easy-going, affectionate companion, the CSPQ cat can often attain beloved status. She can make you feel special. Don't assume that she has been abused, she is just cautious. Unlike her bold counterpart, this cautious cat builds her relationships slowly and is quite particular about whom she showers her affection upon. A skilled observer of body language, she has an uncanny ability for recognizing those individuals in whom she can safely place her trust. She will surprise you by warming up quickly to some people and never becoming comfortable with others. Trust her judgement. When you bring home a date and your CSPQ cat comes out of her safe zone, approaches, and invites attention, this is an individual with whom you may want to consider a long term relationship.
As a kitten the CSPQ cat may escape your notice. Her attractive qualities require the confidence of familiarity to be revealed. Observing the litter in an environment in which they are comfortable will Shelp you to pick out this gem of a cat. A social cat, she tends to do well in a multi cat group as long as her social tendencies are shared by at least one other member of the group.
The CSPQ is not an adventurous cat. She likes her home territory. Face rubbing and bunting are common behaviors. She will probably be most content living in a quiet stable home. She can be a snuggly cat, enjoying physical contact with her familiar companions. She has little yearning for the great outdoors. She may be easily overlooked in a busy household. Inexperienced or casual cat owners may never realize what a wonderful cat shares their home. A quiet, sensitive child may discover her capacity for affection and form a deep and lasting bond. Such a relationship deserves your respect. This is not a "disposable" easily replaced pet.
The CSPQ is not a party animal. Your friends may never get more than a glimpse of her unless they visit often, and one at a time. Even though she is a compliant cat, if startled and she knows there is a safe place to hide she may panic and struggle to escape if you try to hold on to her. The CSPQ cat tends to be well behaved in a veterinary exam room. Though often frightened, she is unsure just what to do. So, as long as she is handled gently, she will not tend to struggle. Being quiet she rarely voices her insecurity.
Affectionate, undemanding, easy to work with what more could you ask for?
We have the same kitty except mine is aloof and vocal [MENTION=360]prplchknz[/MENTION]
CAPV (Cautious Aloof Compliant Vocal)
The compliant nature of the CAPV cat makes her a more manageable cat than her defiant counterpart, but being cautious and aloof she is not an easy cat to get to know. If her vocabulary allows her to communicate effectively, an interesting conversational relationship can develop. she will probably want to avoid a lot of physical contact, though she will not offer vigorous resistance when you pick her up, she may murmur, and she will probably run and hide at the first opportunity. The CAPV is likely to be viewed as a skittish cat. She will distance herself quickly from any perceived intrusion. As she departs, she is likely to give a running commentary. The go-along-to-get-along philosophy of the compliant cat may result in the CAPV using less strident vocalization than the CADV cat.
As a kitten, the CAPV cat will not differ much from her quiet counterpart. Kittens are generally more vocal than adult cats, so obvious differences may not show until these cautious, aloof, compliant kittens grow up. As vocal cats go, the CAPV is relatively quiet cat. She is just a bit more likely to have a conversation, she is nothing like a bold vocal cat. Cautious kittens become playful and active when they feel secure. Unfamiliar people, places, and things will cause a CAPV kitten to retreat to a safe hiding place. You will be able to pick her up and she will not struggle or fight, but she will not be comfortable unless she knows you well. She may call for her mom when she feels insecure, but does not necessarily feel safer in the company of her littermates.
She may fare reasonably well in a multi cat household as long as there is sufficient space to accommodate her need for privacy and solitude. As with all cautious cats, the CAPV is most comfortable in a stable familiar environment. Change unsettles her. The CAPV cat will seek out a safe hiding place and remain there until she feels she can venture forth without fear of unwanted social interaction. She does not like conflict. She probably only fights when cornered and extremely fearful. A veterinary visit with your CAPV cat may seem a bit more traumatic than one with a CAPQ cat, because the CAPV cat is more likely to give voice to her fear. However, instead of sounding defensive and angry, the CAPV cat will probably sound pleading. She does not provoke fear, but rather pity, and you hate to feel as though you have betrayed her trust in you.
Even when living with a trusted human companion, the CAPV cat is not likely to show affection. She may allow you to hold her, but will not initiate contact. Being vocal she may give a verbal response when greeting you. She may also speak to encourage you at feeding time. In fact feeding time is probably the best opportunity for you to establish a bond with your CAPV cat. Like a low-maintenance friend you meet for lunch and a chat, but don't tend to socialize with on a regular basis.
We have the same kitty except mine is aloof and vocal [MENTION=360]prplchknz[/MENTION]
CAPV (Cautious Aloof Compliant Vocal)
The compliant nature of the CAPV cat makes her a more manageable cat than her defiant counterpart, but being cautious and aloof she is not an easy cat to get to know. If her vocabulary allows her to communicate effectively, an interesting conversational relationship can develop. she will probably want to avoid a lot of physical contact, though she will not offer vigorous resistance when you pick her up, she may murmur, and she will probably run and hide at the first opportunity. The CAPV is likely to be viewed as a skittish cat. She will distance herself quickly from any perceived intrusion. As she departs, she is likely to give a running commentary. The go-along-to-get-along philosophy of the compliant cat may result in the CAPV using less strident vocalization than the CADV cat.
As a kitten, the CAPV cat will not differ much from her quiet counterpart. Kittens are generally more vocal than adult cats, so obvious differences may not show until these cautious, aloof, compliant kittens grow up. As vocal cats go, the CAPV is relatively quiet cat. She is just a bit more likely to have a conversation, she is nothing like a bold vocal cat. Cautious kittens become playful and active when they feel secure. Unfamiliar people, places, and things will cause a CAPV kitten to retreat to a safe hiding place. You will be able to pick her up and she will not struggle or fight, but she will not be comfortable unless she knows you well. She may call for her mom when she feels insecure, but does not necessarily feel safer in the company of her littermates.
She may fare reasonably well in a multi cat household as long as there is sufficient space to accommodate her need for privacy and solitude. As with all cautious cats, the CAPV is most comfortable in a stable familiar environment. Change unsettles her. The CAPV cat will seek out a safe hiding place and remain there until she feels she can venture forth without fear of unwanted social interaction. She does not like conflict. She probably only fights when cornered and extremely fearful. A veterinary visit with your CAPV cat may seem a bit more traumatic than one with a CAPQ cat, because the CAPV cat is more likely to give voice to her fear. However, instead of sounding defensive and angry, the CAPV cat will probably sound pleading. She does not provoke fear, but rather pity, and you hate to feel as though you have betrayed her trust in you.
Even when living with a trusted human companion, the CAPV cat is not likely to show affection. She may allow you to hold her, but will not initiate contact. Being vocal she may give a verbal response when greeting you. She may also speak to encourage you at feeding time. In fact feeding time is probably the best opportunity for you to establish a bond with your CAPV cat. Like a low-maintenance friend you meet for lunch and a chat, but don't tend to socialize with on a regular basis.
yeah mine is definetly not vocal and cautious but has a bit of curious streak in her so its really funny when you vaccum because at first she runs around so confused and scared then finds a place to hide but peaks her head out periodically.
although i think one of my childhood cats was CAPQ she had a lot of similarities to daisy including their size and coloring but daisy is way more social than she ever was. that's where they're different
CAPQ (Cautious Aloof Compliant Quiet)
The classic shy cat, she avoids contact, preferring solitude, but does not vigorously resist handling. She may seem to be afraid of her own shadow. A peace loving soul, maybe a deep thinker, she is probably at her best when no one is around to see her. To most people she probably appears quite bland. She doesn't talk. She doesn't fight. She tends to hide whenever anything is going on in the house. She certainly doesn't show up for parties. She may live a very interesting secret life, however, entertaining herself with toys and dash abouts when she feels relaxed and secure. If allowed access to the outdoors, she may be a skilled and successful hunter, spending long periods off on her own.
As a kitten she may attract attention as the lonely shy one. She won't be the one to make the first move but she will not struggle when picked up. She may just have a sad look of uncertainty on her face. Early positive human contact makes her less likely to run and hide when meeting someone new on her familiar home turf. If found as a feral kitten she would avoid contact if possible, but once captured she would not put up a fight. Calm consistent behavior and regular routines are the best way to win the trust of the CAPQ kitten. Meal feeding rather than providing a free-choice, buffet bowl allows for regular positive interaction. Such contact would be very helpful if you want to really get to know this quiet cautious cat.
In a busy, crowded household, the CAPQ cat would probably disappear into the woodwork. She might end up being forgotten altogether, and slip away to become a feral cat. In a multiple cat group, she would most likely be a quiet loner. She would not be a trouble maker, but she may not thrive in this environment. Sharing a home with a quiet adult with a regular lifestyle, she may be a perfect companion, undemanding, peaceful, clean, and easy to work with when need be. The CAPQ cat will probably not be a lap cat, but may be a cat who likes to share the room with a person whom she has grown to love and trust. She probably only tolerates brief petting of her head and neck. Stroking her back and tail may be a bit overstimulating. Her passive nature makes her easy to get along with, but you may feel as though you have to take extra care to avoid startling her resulting in a mad dash to her favorite hiding place. A trip to the veterinarian does not produce the obviously traumatic response seen with the cautious defiant temperaments, but is upsetting for the CAPQ cat if not the vet or her owner. She is a passive 'cooperative' patient. She just freezes, she would run away if she got the chance, if only she knew where to run. In the car she may sit in silent fear, or may cry the sad 'end-of-the-world' meow. Otherwise, she rarely meows, and when she does it is usually very soft.
The CAPQ is definitely not a cat with a temperament that will persuade the dog lover of the virtue of cat ownership. Earning the devotion of a cautious aloof cat requires more work for less obvious reward than a typical dog person is willing to do. Unlike her social counterpart who generously rewards your patience with lavish affection, the CAPQ will never be a demonstrative cat, her affection will be expressed in very subtle ways.
daisy does do the sad end of the world meow in the car on the way to the vet which is less than 5 minutes
She will surprise you by warming up quickly to some people and never becoming comfortable with others. Trust her judgement. When you bring home a date and your CSPQ cat comes out of her safe zone, approaches, and invites attention, this is an individual with whom you may want to consider a long term relationship.
I get the "kitty never lets strangers pet him/her" I have a feeling you do too.
I think that is the best compliment to hear ever. My boyfriend says I'm good with animals, shit with people dry: I don't think I'm *that* bad with people).
It also reminded me of when I got a stray kitten to approach me and let me pet her and it wouldn't let my ENFP friend do so.
She was kind of mad. No joke. I was like, you don't have the magic sorry.
I get the "kitty never lets strangers pet him/her" I have a feeling you do too.
I think that is the best compliment to hear ever. My boyfriend says I'm good with animals, shit with people dry: I don't think I'm *that* bad with people).
It also reminded me of when I got a stray kitten to approach me and let me pet her and it wouldn't let my ENFP friend do so.
She was kind of mad. No joke. I was like, you don't have the magic sorry.
I'd forgotten about the kitty MBTI til you posted this!
(I'd taken one a few yrs back for my late cat, Jack)
Cricket's a BSPV (Bold Social Compliant Vocal).
Bold and Social, the BSPV cat enjoys adventure and companionship. It is easy to make friends when you meet a confident cat with a vocal communication style, who actively seeks attention. When his vocal style includes a large vocabulary of pleasant chirps and mews, the BSPV can be the 'perfect' cat. However, if your idea of the 'perfect' cat is a quiet house quest who is pleasant but undemanding, the BSPV cat may be too needy for your tastes. When his vocal communication style is loud and repetitive, with a limited vocabulary, this attentive cat may drive you nuts.
As a kitten the BSPV cat is likely to be the one that meows in greeting, runs over to you, climbs into your lap, and steals your heart. If you like a conversational cat, go for it. If you prefer a quiet household try to find his quiet counterpart, the BSPQ kitten. Whenever possible, acquiring two kittens will make it easier to satisfy the social needs of the BSPV or the BSPQ. Bold, social, compliant cats generally live happily in groups. Sociability in cats is not indiscriminate however. Who and what any cat chooses to befriend is dependent on mutual compatibility and previous experience. BSPV/Q cats are just easy to get along with so the chances of forming friendships is greater than with some other temperament types.
Even though the BSPV is a compliant cat, he may actually be intimidating when you attempt to do things to him (like trim his nails or groom him) because his vocal commentary may sound more angry and reactive than he actually feels. Once a kitty learns that you are easily intimidated, even a compliant cat can dictate your behavior. Siamese cats have a bit of a reputation for being difficult in a veterinary exam room. Actually they are often just vocal cats, and are not necessarily any more likely to bite, scratch or struggle than any other cat. BSPV cats express their opinions out loud. It is perfectly reasonable to expect that a vocal cat will make less than happy sounds when placed in a potentially threatening situation. Over reaction to their vocalization can result in a confrontation rather than a pleasant exam. If your veterinarian or other experienced cat handler recognizes that your BSPV cat is just expressing his opinion, they will find him to be quite manageable.
The popularity of Siamese cats and more recently Maine Coon cats reflects our desire to share our home with a companion who will talk to us, enjoy our company, and approach life with confidence. Both of these breeds are reputed to have a temperament that fits the profile of a BSPV cat. Maine Coon cats are generally of the soft-spoken, large vocabulary communication style. The Siamese being recognized as the great orator of the domestic cat world. Whether or not this temperament type occurs with greater frequency in any particular breed of cat remains to be seen. It is however a temperament type that is likely to appeal to many cat owners.
Cricket fortunately has a huge vocabulary, and his meows vary in texture/tone, so it's never monotonous, here. He is a damned cartoon. An array of peeps, chirps, trills, various meows in length and lilt offer a nearly infinite range of expression. Some even have an upward, quizzical inflection at the end, when he's perplexed. He's not very good at hissing, though. They're incredibly rare, weak, and hilarious. He often looks surprised when it happens.
He's definitely an attention-whore, but I seem to be his special person. He doesn't engage anyone else to play his hunting game around the apartment (though I'm engaging him in the link -he'll lock eyes with me around furniture in the apt & duck down fast, saying let's play! - until I do) and will choose me to sleep on, even when there's more than one human option present. He also follows me everywhere, to help with chores. Yesterday he tried to rescue me from the shower, chattering at me from behind the curtain.
He just emerged from the windowsill, peeped at me, and stomped across my chest, collapsing onto my lap, dissolving into purrs.
I'm guessing his kitty MBTI translates to some kind of ExxP.
Jack tested the same, but was far more selective with who he spoke to. Cricket talks to everyone. Even to his toys. Also, Jack slept beside me, paw on my arm, back against me, while Cricket sleeps in my arms like a baby. I assume the type is a spectrum, as one assumes with the human analogue. Both special in their own ways, even if they were both mouthy/bold.
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dry: I don't think I'm *that* bad with people). 
