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in cats, entrepreneurship Tags: cats, entrepreneurial alertness, grumpy
…internet sensation Grumpy Cat has proved that malevolence is really quite marketable after amassing a staggering $NZ129.5m (£64m) fortune for her American owner in just two short years.
With her contemptuous scowl, Grumpy Cat – real name Tardar Sauce – has inspired countless memes, best-selling books, a brand of iced coffee and even a TV film featuring Parks and Recreation star Aubrey Plaza.
via Internet star Grumpy Cat makes owner $130m | Stuff.co.nz.
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23 Nov 2014 1 Comment
So this post is pretty straightforward — if the cat in the picture is yours please email me. I got pretty drunk last weekend and when I woke up (around 9AM this past Sunday) there was a cat sleeping in the corner of my room. No collar but seems trained.
via Got drunk last weekend, either stole a cat or it followed me home.
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The following vocalizations are fairly common to most cats:
Short meow: “Hey, how ya doin’?”
Multiple meows: “I’m so happy to see you! Where’ve you been? I missed you!”
Mid-pitch meow: A plea for something, usually dinner, treats, or to be let outside.
Drawn-out mrrraaaaaoooow: “Did you forget to feed me, you idiot? I want dinner NOW!” or similar demand.
Low pitched mraaooww: “You are so lame. The service around here sucks,” or similar complaint.
High-pitch RRRROWW!: “OUCH!!! YOU STEPPED ON MY TAIL YOU IMBECILE!”
Purr: Most often a sign of contentedness, but can also be used when in pain or afraid — an instinctual response to hide weakness from predators.
Hiss: “Steer clear. I’m angry and I’m not afraid to draw blood.”
Clicking sounds: Cats who are tracking prey will make a distinctive clicking sound.
Most Cats Use the Following Gestures to Communicate:
The Tail:
Tail straight up or straight up with a curl at the end: Happy.
Tail twitching: Excited or anxious.
Tail vibrating: Very excited to see you.
Tail fur sticks straight up while the tail curls in the shape of an N: Extreme aggression.
Tail fur sticks straight up but the tail is held low: Aggression or frightened.
Tail held low and tucked under the rear: Frightened.
Eyes:
Dilated pupils: Very playful or excited. It can also indicate aggression.
Slowly blinking eyes: Affection, the equivalent of blowing a kiss.
Head:
Ears pinned back: Fear, anxiety, aggression
Tongue flicking: Worry, apprehension
Rubbing head, flank and tail against a person or animal: Greeting ritual, ownership claim
Head-butting: Friendliness, affection
Face sniffing: Confirming identity
Wet nose kiss: Affection
Licking: The penultimate sign of affection. Or an indication that you need to clean up after a sardine snack
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