Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

Pets

wnylib

(25,183 posts)

3. I wondered if it might be due to my scent on the brush.

Reply to Ocelot II (Reply #1)

Wed Aug 2, 2023, 05:24 PM

Aug 2023

It's the only possible explanation.

I'm happy for her change in attitude. It will cut down the shedding on furniture and carpet. She is shorthaired, but has an undercoat. And it looks sleeker and shinier when I can brush it.

Click here to purchase valentine hearts!

Edit history

Please sign in to view edit histories.

Recommendations

0 members have recommended this reply (displayed in chronological order):

9 replies

= new reply since forum marked as read

Highlight:

Ember the cat is freaking me out with a miraculous behavior change. [View all] wnylib Aug 2023 OP

She likes it because it smells like you. Ocelot II Aug 2023 #1

I wondered if it might be due to my scent on the brush. wnylib Aug 2023 #3

If only that would happen with Gryff when it comes to clipping his claws Siwsan Aug 2023 #2

Ember is ferocious about claw clipping. wnylib Aug 2023 #5

Our vet uses a muzzle that covers the whole face, including the eyes. The explanation... 3catwoman3 Aug 2023 #6

I tried one of those on my cat and she went completely nuts. Ocelot II Aug 2023 #7

I don't think it would work with Ember. wnylib Aug 2023 #9

Hmmm, maybe the full moon is affecting her. niyad Aug 2023 #4

I tried my personal hairbrush on each of my cats... slightlv Aug 2023 #8