[vannrox]

I agree.

[stboz]

You haven't been around our cats. There is not a screen in the windows without scratch-tears. The backdoor jam has become a scratching post. There are tufts of "cat-feathers" everywhere. The yard abounds with moles and chipmunks, but the da*n cats are too busy "making their mark" indoors.

They know we don't want them acting the way they do, because if they're "up-to-something," they quit and retreat as soon as we enter the room. Our cats do not improve my cardiovascular anything.

[niteowl77]

Viewing my own extended family, one could make the case that pet ownership - or non-ownership - is also a good barometer of mental health (unless the number of cats and/or dogs in the house exceeds three).

[I_Love_My_Husband]

I agree too. I love my cats so much. So does my hubby.

[NYCVirago]

I've suggested that we have a "bring your pet to work day" at the office to alleviate stress, but my boss won't go for it!