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#and its like yes you are right outdoor cats are bad for the environment + can easily injure or kill themselves or get sick
spywitch · 3 years
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Okay but people r so annoying when they try to make a point and their point is absolutely right, but they intentionally make the point in a vague and edgy way that someone who has not been in that loop of discourse would not understand just to intentionally make people mad and come to argue with it in a way that is easy for you to them look really stupid because they had no idea what your actual reasoning or point was to begin with.
Like it feels like people really go Out Of Their Way to make every discussion or debate a display of how much they know and how haha dumb all those people who haven’t heard of this stuff before are
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kind of annoying how ppl on here are just SO eager to advocate for the outright culling of all introduced (aka "invasive") species and act like anyone who is concerned for the welfare of the introduced species are painfully naive and/or PETA members (I usually see this regarding feral/outdoor cats, but w other species too)
tl;dr there's SO much more nuance when it comes to introduced animal control methods than simply a TNR/culling dichotomy, and some of you NEED to learn that reading some reactionary rants against animal rights activists doesn't make you an expert conservationist!!
Source: I'm an animal behavior & conservation master's student who recently took a class on human-wildlife conflict and wrote an 18 page term paper reviewing the massive invasive species problem in Australia, all the control methods, and the various perspectives regarding those control methods--which earned me an "It was a pleasure having you in class!" from my professor 😌
strap in lmao this is a crash course in my term paper
the longer these people rant about it the more blatantly obvious it becomes that they're just jumping to the opposite extreme from animal rights activists bc they think that makes them good environmentalists or makes them seem smart. like I GET the appeal, ofc it would be NICE to have a simple answer to managing introduced species by telling yourself "the health of the ecosystem comes before the welfare of the dirty rotten invasive species, so let's just kill them all"
but like. first of all it's almost DEFINITELY a more complicated situation than 'introduced species overpopulates and eats and/or outcompetes the native species and causes them to go extinct' (there are MULTIPLE forces at work here). second, culling is NOT always the effective cure-all you think it is!!! for ex/ culling of cane toads in australia ends up just.... making room in the ecosystem for more cane toads!! ALSO! encouraging people to go out and kill every "invasive" animal they find can often lead to NATIVE wildlife being killed accidentally, AND killing methods that are extremely painful and drawn out!
then there's the issue of animal welfare, which yes, introduced species ARE entitled to. the terminology around the discussion of how to "combat" the tides of "invasive" species only encourages us to see this situation as a war with an enemy hell-bent on destroying our ecosystem. but that's bullshit. they're literally JUST animals, which have been displaced by HUMANS, and for some reason their population ended up thriving in this new place. they aren't evil, and they DO deserve some compassion.
that said, obviously control measures often need to be taken against introduced species when they become a significant problem for the endemic species, and often TNR isn't an effective or practical method on its own. but TNR and culling aren't the ONLY control options--there are actually several control methods, each with its own levels of efficacy and welfare, each of which differs depending on the specific species and environment. these include methods like immunocontraception (high welfare, moderate efficacy), releasing species-specific viruses (extremely effective in australian rabbits, but VERY poor welfare), or hunting & trapping--for actual USE, unlike with culling (moderate-high efficacy, relatively moderate welfare if done properly)
then there's the question of whether introduced populations SHOULD be controlled, and if so, how much, and should they be completely wiped out just kept at a manageable population, etc etc etc. the concept of battling invasive species is VERY much a western preservationist (earlier trend in conservation) concept. this idea that the ecosystem would run in perfect stable harmony if not for humans (and the species we introduce around the world), and it's our moral obligation to keep the ecosystems around us EXACTLY as they were when we found them... as much as possible. but that's simply not true!! yes obviously humans have had a... significant impact on the environment and its animals. it's hard to overstate this point! but that doesn't mean that we are supposed to play impartial gods over our local ecosystems and make sure things stay exactly the same.
the fact is, many indigenous cultures DON'T view introduced species as a significant problem, barring more extreme circumstances. in my research I found surveys of aboriginal australian opinions on invasive control measures and many had said they DON'T see them as invasive, because they grew up on this land and therefore have a right to be there, just like any of them. indigenous cultures, to my knowledge, also tend to have a stewardship over their land not based in CONTROL (like western conservationists) but as an equal PART of a functioning ecosystem. rather than trying to "fix" the ecosystem like a benevolent god, they are a PART of the ecosystem and they adapt to the changing balance of it just like all the other creatures must.
that said, when they DID believe it was time to take some control measures, those surveyed were much more likely to prefer control methods like hunting for use over things like poisoning or culling, calling those methods a waste of a natural resource.
anyways. I've spent way too long on this instead of doing my project lol. I gtg but please know you don't HAVE to advocate for culling invasive species to get ur conservationist cred!! there's a lot of nuance in these situations and it's not a bad thing to care about the wellbeing of ALL animals--it's actually a good thing!!
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s4ijoh · 3 years
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heaven is a place on earth. atsumu miya
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ATSUMU MIYA X GN! READER
GENRE: domestic; slice of life; just a comfort piece
WORD COUNT: 1.6k+
WARNINGS: established relationship; mentions of stress; atsumu is a tease (yes, it deserves a warning), + heavy imagery, i enjoy setting the mood
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coming home to atsumu after an exhausting day…
you are greeted with a welcoming warmth engulfing your body once you step into atsumu’s apartment. it is rather quiet inside, other than the static buzzing noise coming from the living room at the end of the corridor - you remember atsumu complaining about how the television signal gets worse on days like this.
the homely environment felt inside the dimly lit apartment instantly comforts you, providing you with a shelter from the hostile weather outside. the orange lighting creates a cozy atmosphere in stark contrast to grey sky outdoors, covered in a thick layer of clouds - a prevailing threat that it should start to rain at any moment.
while kicking off your shoes, after you’re done getting rid of the layers of clothing that were weighing on your body, you wonder if you should accept, at last, atsumu’s offer to move in with him. despite the fact that this place was not your actual house, it sure did feel like coming home whenever you walked in. it was, indeed, your safe haven, not only from the weather outside but from the world. as soon as you set a foot inside this place, all your concerns seem to be washed away.
you figured it must have been the weather to further instigate your current bad mood but you can’t put aside the thought that today, everything seems to be working against you and there is nothing more you crave than to sit in the comfort of atsumu’s presence and forget all about the trivial things plaguing your mind.
oddly enough, you are not greeted with his familiar face peeking through the door of the living room, his lips stretching into a beamy smile as he excitedly yells your name upon seeing you, as it is usual. however, although your boyfriend is nowhere to be seen, his presence is felt throughout the whole apartment.
the place is charged with traces of him - from the sweet but manly scent of his perfume lingering faintly in the air, to his keys with the small pendant you bought tossed carelessly next to a framed picture of the two of you, on top of the entry table as well as osamu’s coat that atsumu never returned because he claimed it suited him better anyway, hung on the doorknob of his room.
it is also hard not to notice the different pairs of slippers scattered along the wooden floor of the entry hall however, you have grown so familiar with the sight that you would have paid no mind to it if it weren’t for you tripping over one of the long forgotten pairs of fuzzy slippers. what otherwise would have looked like slouchiness only made the place feel more inviting. you have grown acquainted with the chaos, learned to embrace even, it’s familiarity never failed to put you at ease - in the end, everything was just on it’s right place.
atsumu is clumsier than he looks. he whined about how every new set of slippers he bought would go missing within a week, only for him to purchase a new set and for you to find the previous lost pair somewhere under a piece of furniture which resulted in the eclectic collection of slippers he owns to this day. 
walking across the hall, you come to a halt once you reach the living room, waiting for a frowning atsumu to notice you leaning against the doorway whilst he presses on the buttons of the tv remote in a frenzy on yet another hopeless attempt to get the television to miraculously start working - the “no signal” alert on the screen won’t disappear no matter how many times or how rough he hits the buttons on the remote, you have been over this many times with him.
“you never know” he would answer adamantly, with his brows raised in mock defiance. how naive, desperate times require desperate measures, you suppose.
a small giggle erupts from your chest capturing atsumu’s attention, his head snapping in your direction as his lips almost instantly stretch into bright smile - it was his body’s intuitive reaction whenever he laid eyes on you. atsumu calls out for you, dragging on the last syllable of your name in enthusiasm and you can’t help the grin, albeit weak, that crawls its way up to your lips. he could always steal a smile from you, no matter how tired you were.
upon noticing the clear exhaustion on your features, his broad smile morphs into a sympathetic pout as he tosses the remote on the cushions next to him, stretching his arms wide open for you, inviting you in with a quiet “get over here”
you drag yourself to the the checkered sofa where atsumu is sitting, awaiting you, to gladly accept his offer. and just like magnetic attraction, your body falls limp into his embrace, finding solace in his arms as you slump down on his lap with a relieved sob.
atsumu is left to deal with the dead weight of your body on top of him yet instead of complaining, he embraces you just tight enough to earn a quiet squeal from you, your head lifting itself from it’s comfortable spot snuggled against the warm skin of his neck only for you to shoot him a glare.
“where’s my kiss” atsumu taps his lips twice with his index finger to which you bend your head down to comply with his request.
honestly, how could you have forgotten. exhaustion really must have got the best of you because there was nothing more you had craved throughout the whole day than to feel his lips against yours, you could really use a kiss or two - or maybe a few - right now. however, you barely have the chance to connect your lips with his before atsumu is pinching your nose, prompting you to withdraw.
“your lips are freezing cold!” he whines in response to the inquisitive look on your face, his eyes wide in a rather theatrical manner. your boyfriend’s melodramatic behaviour has you rolling your eyes back in annoyance before you lean back in only for atsumu to cover your mouth with the palm of him hand.
“needy are we? rough day, pretty girl?” he teases with a taunting grin plastered on that frustratingly pretty face of his.
“go to hell, atsumu. just kiss me already” if only you weren’t this tired and atsumu wasn’t looking this tempting, maybe you could’ve kept the frustration from overflowing for you knew how he would pick on your helplessness only to keep teasing you and test the effect he had on you. and, you hate to admit that you have no restraint when it comes to him but, truth is, there is not much you can endure until you give in to atsumu and he manages to get you right where he wants you - you were always so pliant on his hands, he found it endearing to say the least.
trying your luck yet again, you hesitantly brush your lips against his, looking up at him through your lashes. you move carefully, almost as if you’re lurking on a prey, keeping a close watch on his face as you knew all it took was a false step for him to get away.
“you didn’t answer me” and just like that he pulls away from you, his voice cutting through the silence and ruining the mood, much to your dismay.
“yes, i had a rough day and you’re not making it any better, ‘tsumu” you spit the words out, although you reckon your tone was sorta harsh you are fuming at this point. on days like this, where it almost feels like it is your body’s basic need to feel him close to you, there is nothing you wouldn’t do for a kiss of his and he truly wasn’t helping you feel any better. two could play this game but you don’t even have the strength to put up a fight and taunt him back, wishing he would just give in to you as easily as you give in to him.
“so eager, i must be one hell of a kisser” he whispers against your lips. atsumu is having too much fun playing this little game of cat and mouse, repeatedly dodging your every move as you chase after his lips. if you didn't know any better, you would almost say it was taking every fiber on his being to hold himself back by the way he is ogling your lips.
“tell me, baby, do you want to feel my lips against yours that bad, hm?”
“yes, can you kiss me now?” your straightforwardness catches him off guard, earning a chuckle from your boyfriend as he tilts his head to kiss you on the cheek, dropping the act at last.
“no need to be mad, baby, patient girls get whatever they want” he grabs your cheeks, squishing them together and proceeds to place a quick peck on your pout before he slumps back against the couch, resting his arms over the lenght of the back of the couch.
“come get your kiss” he says in defiance with a wicked smirk which has you narrowing your eyes.
you lean forward cautiously, trying to understand what is the catch here, though he doesn’t even flinch when you crawl your way to wrap your arms around his neck. it is when you let your guard down, wearing the smile of victory as you lean in for a kiss that atsumu dodges you once again but he doesnt even give you time to complain before he is gripping your waist and tugging you into his chest before he crashes his lips into yours.
oh and was it worth the wait. atsumu could take you to heaven and beyond with just a simple innocent kiss. you feel like you’re soaring the sky and now you never want to come back down to earth ever again. you could argue that he is not perfect but, despite all his flaws, atsumu is still a true angel in disguise.
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[a/n]: honestly i made atsumu’s character out to be messier than i imagine him to be but, i had this really cute picture in my head of a v v cozy house with lots of slippers scattered all over + had these flirty dialogue prompts written down & decided to put them together and thought atsumu fitted the role perfectly so yea!
this aint nothing special, just a good ol’ domestic au! but i hope you all enjoy what i have come up with after i’ve been neglecting writing for a whole month now <33
+ next batch is soulmate au! mattsun!!
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amisssunbeam · 4 years
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A Little Response to Rhavewellyarnbag's latest Review of The Terror's "Horrible from Supper" (the italics are me)
Being another look at The Terror, episode 01x07, “Horrible From Supper”. But first, the characters in The Terror to whom I own an apology for the things I said last night when I was drunk, in ascending order of how vile it was: Francis. Yes, what I said was true, but I should not have said it. Goodsir, on general principle, because he is a nice man, and doesn’t deserve to have the likes of me talking about him that way. Author’s note: Only daily do I apologize to Harry Goodsir (fictional) for the things I say about him, and to Harry Goodsir (nonfictional) for the things I say about a fictionalized version of him. I like to think that the former would forgive me, but I think that the latter might not. I painted him from the few photos made of him; he has a delightfully reproachful look. Resting bitch face, even.
In the 1845 photos, his eyebrows come together in a way which could be interpreted as judgmental.  But, when we think of the trials of sitting for a daguerreotype at that time (not nearly as jolly and pain-free as depicted in “The Ladder” –forgetting about the subsequent Tuunbaq attack) Goodsir’s reproachful look might merely result from the tedium of having his picture taken (or that fatal tooth was beginning to hurt). Tozer. Though, again, I meant it, and, like, look, I defy you tell me that he doesn’t look absolutely stunning when he’s afraid for his life in “Terror Camp Clear”. 
“The Terror” certainly broadens the parameters of handsome-ness.  Tozer, while listening to Morfin singing “The Silver Swan”, is more attractive than, than, than the Moon!  Or the Pyramids!  He’s supernatural.
The ship before it weighs anchor, before it, in some fundamental way, becomes a ship. Not yet having fulfilled its function, it is more like a theatrical set. The notion of limbo is a fitting one: the men descending the ladder, coming from the bright, noisy world above, could be entering the afterlife.
Who’s the cat who does the words about utter existentialism?  Rod Serling, was that his name?  Did everyone see his episode of “The Twilight Zone” about the toys in the Salvation Army barrel?  Yikes.
Nothing is working as it should, logic is suspended, and the topsy-turvy world of the carnival will become real.
The movie “Topsy-Turvy” is a great favorite of la famille Sunbeam.  Even so, there are useful parallels between that film and “The Terror”: class clashes, pretense and pageantry, and mainly ripping away the fine lace mask of the Victorian era.  The attitude of the servants in both shows is strikingly craven.
“Any tips, sir, for a first-timer?”
In the super-heated world of fandom, “any tips for a first-timer” sounds like the sort of pick-up line EC would use on the true Cornelius.
Poor Morfin.
Morfin is “The Terror’s” equivalent of the Victorian Little Nell.  Headaches, bad teeth, song-forgetter, probably a once-in-a-lifetime sodomite but nevertheless flogged for it.  When he and Tozer go out on that exploratory mission, he falls flat down and Tozer says something like “Don’t volunteer if you don’t have the bottom for it.”  (More heat for the fandom).  And he gets to be the first to see the severed heads. (Who thought Tozer and Morfin would make a good team for this task? Did they draw names?)  “Gently with that one, please.” It’s a little bit insensitive of Goodsir to express concern for his luggage before he does, Morfin, after Morfin’s just collapsed from pain, only looking like the living dead. That trunk, though, is Jacko’s tomb.
Harvey, your theory about Goodsir’s, ah, class-related selfishness is confirmed here.
“Are these our choices, Cornelius, or are they being made for us?” Gibson seems to falter, which is interesting. His idea to separate from the larger group doesn’t seem to be his own, which suggests that Hickey understood that it couldn’t be seen to have come from him. Gibson looks like death warmed over, but Hickey is just as perky as ever.
Gibson seems to get on-and-off injections of great intelligence, but his death-warmed-over look is consistent through the series.
 Hickey is also under-dressed, not even wearing a hat.
This is perhaps a very English-major thing to say, but there is a suggestion of a climate change (or a massive change in consciousness) occurring after Carnivale, as if the trauma of the fire left living dead who can no longer feel the cold, or, having felt so much fire, the survivors have had the idea of cold burnt out of them.
He does sometimes dress more appropriately, as in “A Mercy” when he was helping Hartnell transport supplies for the carnival. Suggesting that, in this scene, Hickey means to maximize his attractions. The obvious beneficiary is Gibson, but I think Hickey sees some value in displaying himself for Tozer, the one Hickey is really after, and has been since at least “Punished As A Boy”.
A sexy thought; how much nudity the men would crave.  When Hickey is flogged, he is completely exposed to the men present, and I think the sexuality of his having his pants pulled down really hits the sailors hard.  Francis alone looks like he’s going to climb out of his skin with the ferocity of his feelings (I won’t say desire, but that’s what I mean). Was it you, Harvey, or someone else who discussed how strong the thirst for touch must be among the Franklin Expedition?  I imagine the thirst to see bodies is just as powerful.
Then, I was immediately resurrected by the peek at Collins’ suspenders. He is... built like a cement outdoor commode. There is a lot of Collins to love.
The suspenders become iconic.  Collins is one very alluring sailor, even in his bulky sea-diving outfit with that great furry head sticking out.  Yet his sexuality seems neutered, compared to the other significant sailors  (Still, if Hollywood decided to make a chubby “Wuthering Heights”, Collins would make the perfect pudgy Heathcliff.) Author’s note: I don’t think Francis thinks very much of Goodsir, and the feeling is mutual. Goodsir has to obey Francis, but it’s duty without devotion, without deference, Goodsir having seen very little that would indicate to him that Francis has reformed himself. Francis may have stopped drinking, but he’s up to his old tricks, dismissive unless he wants something, ingratiating when he does. This is the way that Francis behaved toward Hickey, which gives an interesting contrast between Goodsir and Hickey: once Goodsir understands Francis’ motives, he’s no longer taken in; Hickey must understand that Francis was only drunk and trying to get into Hickey’s pants, but Hickey continues to try to make Francis like him.
Francis might resent Goodsir’s place in society, so settled and unique, while Francis himself has to maneuver around Sir John and James and all the rest.  But Hickey he can control.  (In a way, it’s a shame that Irving, the stupid old king of coitus interruptus, has to bust in again.  It would be in vain, and yet interesting, to consider what might have happened if that seduction had been consummated.  Think of the bickering harem Crozier could assemble: Hickey and Jopson and Gibson and then Irving, etc etc. (But this speculation, that a captain would handpick a seraglio of sailors,  is ruined by the knowledge that, despite all the porn stories and movies, there is no one a teacher would want less to seduce than her students.)
James has to move his little pick ax from one hand to the other to reach out to Francis, suggesting that, emotion aside, he made a conscious decision (his bones not yet reduced to broken glass) to grab Francis’ jacket, right over his heart, no less, and jostle Francis in a friendly manner.
This moment is comparable, to those who might be interested, to Star Trek: The Original Series’s “Amok Time” when Spock grabs Kirk by the arms. Quite the pensee could be written comparing Kirk-Crozier (the fair-haired captains) and Spock-Fitzjames, the haughty eyebrow-waggling second.  The latter’s reserve is melted, melted utterly by his realization of how much he loves his Captain. 
Author’s note: I am into Edward, but conditionally: I like him in that coat that makes him look substantial. Matthew McNulty is lovely, but he’s far thinner than I thought he was, which came as a bit of a shock.
His shortness is also quite astonishing. I can’t imagine Levesconte being involved.
Levesconte is too busy lying on his little officer’s cot, reminiscing about the time he said “benjo” and everybody cheered.
“There was a fourth man.”
I know you are referring to the raid on Silna in “Punished as a Boy”, but these words put one in mind of T.S. Eliot’s notes to the “Fire Sermon” in his “Wasteland”: “it was related that the party of [Anarctic] explorers, at the extremity of their strength, had the constant delusion that there was one more member than could actually be counted”.  Ah, the hypnotic potency of the top of the world.
Did Edward just grab Irving’s knee? Judging by Irving’s expression, yes, I think he did. I think he leaves his hand there for the rest of the meeting. Actually, no, he does not, but he appears to again bring it down to the general vicinity of Irving’s lower body.
I have run this scene over again and again and again (like the Zapruder film), and I think Edward does make an aggressively intimate gesture: “left and to the back, left and to the back.”  Irving does not seem displeased.
Hickey begins to assume what he imagines as Tuunbaq’s character. Having already, it’s implied, eaten part of Heather’s brain . . .
It is more probable that Hickey was just tapping at Heather’s brain, mainly because a brain IS not like a pudding; a pudding can be nibbled on without anyone noticing.  But if someone nicks a part of a cathedral, which is a self-contained entity, it would be noticed by, at least, Nurse Tozer.  Still Hickey might have tasted the cerebrospinal fluid, just for the Hickey of it.
When first aboard Terror, Hickey appears to be sizing up his new environment, but he also looks relieved, hopeful. It’s implied that he had a lucky escape from England, which had gotten too hot for him, but I think that he really believed that he was making a fresh start. Taking another man’s name was practical, perhaps a necessary evil, but I think that E.C. just didn’t want to be E.C. anymore.
I admire the symmetry of Hickey throwing a Neptune-sized bag down by Hodgson, thus startling him far more than one think a tough lieutenant would be startled.
Author’s note: . . Silna doesn’t fall into Goodsir’s arms, because there’s no reason why she would; she might like him, but he’s merely the least untrustworthy of a group of untrustworthy men who, by the end of the series, have not just made her home almost uninhabitable, but killed her father and her friends. Her discovery of Goodsir's body, the state it’s left in, confirms it: if this is what the British do to each other, she was lucky to get away when she did.
Hear hear!
By the way, if one is in the mood, another pensee could also be written about the real daguerreotypes of the Franklin expedition.  I am particularly amused by Gore and Fairholme.  Gore hates Lady Jane and this stupid thing she’s making him do. just so Sir John can be further exalted.  Fairholme picks up the vibe and poses just like Gore, only he has to borrow the affable Fitzjames’ jacket.
I think we’ve all been there.
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ambrosiaicecreem · 3 years
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93 Fun OC Asks Because Why Not ( Pt 2 / 2 ) 
helene style, part two. courtesy of @simpink​! 
PHYSICAL PROFILE cont: 
47. What’s their pain tolerance like? 
Extremely high, due to being a vampire. 
48. Do they have any tattoos? What are the stories behind those tattoos? 
She only has the Day Walking Seal on the back of her arm. 
49. Do they have any piercings? 
Just one on both her ears. 
50. How would you describe their style of clothing? How would they describe their style of clothing? 
“Art Hoe” aesthetic
51. What is their height? Weight? 
Helene is about 5′9″ and weighs 140 lbs.
52. What is their body type? Are they muscular, chubby, skinny, etc? 
Toned and slender
53. What is their hair color? Eye color? Skin tone? 
Helene has dark brown hair, red eyes, and olive skin.
54. What is their current hairstyle? What have been some of their past hairstyles? Which was their favorite hairstyle? 
Helene’s current hairstyle is long, thick wavy brown hair that reaches her mid back. She usually wears it either down or in a ponytail. She’s always had long hair and has never really had her hair cut before aside from trims. Her favorite hairstyle was the ponytail she wore when she was a kid. 
55. What is their alcohol tolerance like? What kind of drunk are they? How bad are their hangovers? 
Being a vampire, she’s got a slightly higher alcohol tolerance than a human but out of her family, she’s got the weakest. She’s a total flirty drunk, and her hangovers are the WORST out of everybody’s. She just tries to sleep it off. 
56. What do they smell like? Why do they smell like this? Is it the things they’re around or a perfume they wear? 
Helene doesn’t really like to wear perfumes. She prefers the scent of colognes, but her confidence doesn’t let her wear it so she usually just smells like the essential oils from her candles in her room.
57. How do they feel about sex? Are they a virgin? 
Helene is not a virgin, which may come as a surprise considering her awkwardness around girls she’s attracted to. She prefers to only have sex with someone she trusts. Her first time was when she was 17 with her then-girlfriend at the time. She hasn’t had sex since then. 
58. What is their most noticeable physical attribute? 
Her height and her nose. 
59. What does their resting face look like? Do they have RBF? 
She totally has an RBF, but her bright clothes don’t make her appear as intimidating as other members of her family look. 
60. Describe the way they sleep. 
Helene sleeps in a bed, usually on her side cuddling one of her extra pillows in the middle of the bed. 
ENVIRONMENT: 
61. Which season is their favorite season? 
She likes Autumn the most.
62. Have they ever been betrayed? How did it affect their ability to trust others? 
The most traumatic one she felt was by her mother, Serafina. She lost a lot of trust in her mother, and mother figures. She’s slowly trying to rebuild that trust, however, now that they’re trying to repair their relationship. 
63. What is always guaranteed to make them smile? 
Asking her to explain a historical event. It shows that you’re interested in her interests and you’re encouraging it. 
64. Do they get cold easily? Do they get overheated easily? 
Right in the middle. Not too hot, not too cold.
65. What’s their immune system like? Do they get sick often? How do they react to getting sick? 
Vampire immune systems are different than human’s. It’s not often she gets sick, so she’s usually surprised when she does. She spends the day at home when she’s sick and drinks warm tea curled up in the living room and reads usually. 
66. Where do they live? Do they like it there? 
Helene lives in New Brando. She misses Athens, considering its where she grew up, but she doesn’t mind New Brando since there’s some similarities. 
67. Is their bedroom messy? What about their bathroom? Kitchen? Living room?
It’s an organized mess. Everything has its place.
68 & 69. How did their environment and the people in their environment growing up affect their personality? 
Because of where they lived in Greece, she prefers country life to the city life. She likes peace and quiet more than hustle and bustle. She’s very studious thanks to all the encouragement from Silas growing up. 
70. How do they feel about animals? Do they have any pets? 
Helene LOVES animals, especially cats. She currently owns no pets, but she’s very determined on getting a cat once she moves out to her own place. 
71. How are they with children? Do they have any? Do they want any? 
Helene’s pretty good with kids, but she’s terrified of childbirth. Especially since vampire pregnancies are a bit more... violent than a regular human’s. She’d prefer to either adopt or have her partner carry if that’s what they’d really like. 
72. Would they rather have stability or comfort? 
Stability
73. Do they prefer indoors or outdoors?
Outdoors
74. What weather is their favorite? Do they like storms? 
She actually LOVES storms. She finds the sound of the rain to be really relaxing. The perfect time to be relaxing in bed with candles lit. 
75. If given a blank piece of paper, a pencil, and nothing to do, what would happen? 
She’d probably just start writing an essay tbh. She’ll come up with the first historical event that comes to mind and just go on about it. 
76. How organized are they? 
Organized, but kinda messy too. But she seems to know where everything is regardless of the slight mess.
77. What is their most prized possession? 
She has a decorative hair comb from her mother. Pure gold, made on the island of the Amazons. It’s her most treasured object because it came from when she still had a good relationship with Serafina. 
78. Who do they consider to be their best friend? 
Well, her friends! But you’ll see more of them to come REAL soon! 
79. What is their economic situation?
LOADED. But she doesn’t know to what extent. Besides, she’d rather not have to rely on her father’s money. She feels extremely privileged and lucky and does her part to give back, while also working to make her own money for her future. 
80. Are they a morning person or a night owl?
Night Owl
MISCELLANEOUS: 
81. Are they bothered by the sight of blood? 
She gets really uncomfortable by the sight of fresh, human blood from the source.
82. What is their handwriting like? 
Cursive, but quick cursive. Slightly messy, not as neat as Silas’. At times you can’t even read it at first.
83. Can they swim? How well? Do they like to swim? 
She does know how to swim! She grew up near water and thus really likes to swim when she can.
84. Which deadly sin do they represent best? 
Envy
85. Do they believe in ghosts? 
“If vampires can exist, anything can exist.”
86. How do they celebrate holidays? Birthdays? 
She appreciates all the effort that her father puts into these celebrations, so she goes along with it. But truthfully, she doesn’t really care too much to celebrate her birthday. Too many years of Serafina being absent for it. 
87. What is something they regret? 
She’s done some questionable things as a young teen trying to find her place in life. She regrets causing her family to worry so much about her and her mental health. 
88. Do they have an accent?
Yes, a Greek one
89. What is their D&D alignment? 
Lawful Neutral
90. Are they right or left handed?
Right
91. If they were a tweet, what tweet would they be?
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92. Describe them as a John Mulaney gif. 
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93. What’s the most iconic line of dialogue they’ve ever said? 
“Maybe you should just got live with her if you’re going to kiss her ass all the time!”
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Sorry, but letting your cat outside is a sign of a lazy owner.
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Scientists estimate there is between 60million to 160million feral cats in the US. July, 2018.
“Bring in the dog and put out the cat!” - Yakety Yak. Letting our cats outside is almost a part of Western culture, since the days of Fred and Wilma. But we should all no by now that a cultural norm doesn’t make something automatically right.
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At the end of every episode, Fred Flintstone let’s the family saber-toothed cat outside, only for the cat to jump back inside through the window and lock Fred out of the house.
Unfortunely, real-life cats aren’t as responsible. If you let your cat outside, and they are comfortable, they will take advantage of the opportunity. I know from experience living in a house with five outdoor-cats.
An article from Battersea.org gives instructions on how to safety introduce your cat to the outdoors, stating ‘your cat may want to explore.’
Well, of course they do! They’re a cat! It’s like telling a human they may want to walk. Here’s the thing: animals are high-wired to do what they want, not what they should. Because in the wild, the things they want is to find food and hunt, which helps them to survive. A captive cat doesn’t need to do that, but they’ll still have that interest in the outdoors and the high-energy associated with it.
The biggest arguments I hear for letting cats outside it ‘it’s their nature’, ‘they deserve freedom’, ‘they need the exercise/stimulation’. This is true. Cat’s are living animals who are designed to expend energy, just like us. Exercise is essential to a pet’s health, and as a pet owner, it’s your job to make sure they’re getting what they need. 
The problem is, if you’re doing this by letting your cat roam the neighborhood unsupervised, you’re doing it very wrong.
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A cat wheel, recommended for owners of high-energy cats, like Bengals.
First, I’m before I list the many reasons to not let your cat outside, I’m going to list alternatives.
Number one - play
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Did you buy a box of cat-toys for your new kitten? Did your new cat play with them a little bit and then loose interest playing by themselves? Purina recommends two 20minutes play sessions for your kitten every day. This time can change depending on your cat’s energy level. Obviously, a really active cat will need more, and an older cat may need less. You cant just dump a box of toys on the living room floor an expect your cat to keep itself busy all day like a toddler would, you have to engage with them!
Cat’s ‘play’ as an extension of their hunting instincts. They’re not doing it to pass the time, they’re doing it to learn and practice how to kill things. The key to productive play is thinking like prey. That long rope? Pretend it’s a snake. Grab that mouse toy and bounce it around in front of your cat like you think an actual mouse would move. Don’t poke or bonk your cats with they’re toys - its not encouraging their hunting instincts and may just make them annoyed and not want to play.
Aside from keeping them stimulated, playing with your cats every day can strengthen their bond to you. A happy and tired cat will have no interest in going outside. The amount of time you’d expect to play with/walk your dog is the same amount, maybe a little less, you should expect to spend on your cat. If you don’t have the time of day to take care of a dog, don’t get a cat.
Also, FYI, don’t use your hands as a toy, especially with kittens. A bad cat bite can put you in the hospital with a serious infection - even if your cat has lived indoors all it’s life. Using your hand to play instead of toys will teach kittens that your hand is in fact a toy. Good luck trying to pet them later.
Number Two - Cat furniture
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Ever heard of puppy-proofing? Well, cat proofing is also a thing! If you want to take on the responsibility of owning a pet, be prepared to rearrange your entire house - and buy some new stuff. Cat’s are designed to climb and travel, so they may try to jump to to the tallest places in your house. Don’t want them up there? Consider getting a dog. Spray bottles and scolding may work, but unless you’re giving them an alternative to flex their muscles, it’ll only lead to behavioral problems down the road. 
Cat walks are a fun and safe way to let your cat have the run of the house. Not only will it be fun for them, but it’ll make them feel safer. If you cat feels trapped, it may hide a lot of the time. This is especially important if you bring another cat into the house. One cat acting scared may invite the other cat to attack. Cat-walks give your cat the advantage to ‘oversee their kingdom’, and escape a situation that makes them uncomfortable. 
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But, I wouldn’t expect everyone to have this. If you rent your home, can’t afford this, or can’t build it yourself, it’s not an option. But you can be aware of how you arrange your furniture and shelves. If the cat’s gonna jump up on stuff, you might as well make sure it’s safe. 
The bare minimum cat furniture you need (besides a litter box) are scratching posts. Even a declawed cat will want one, because they’re not just shedding nails - they’re marking their territory.
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Most predators have a way of marking territory to keep invaders away. Cats do too, with a host of special glands. One of those is called an interdigital (inter-digital) gland located - you guessed it - between their toes, or digits. In the wild, when cats scratch on trees, they are rubbing that scent gland on the bark, to warn other cats this is their territory. 
Your indoor cat probably won’t have to worry about invaders, but they will still want to use that gland. In their minds, your house is their territory that they must defend. This is why litter boxes are also important.
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You may have seen pictures or videos of cats being trained to use and even flush toilets. It may be cute, but its actually not that great from a cat behavior standpoint. This article from The Dodo does a good job of explaining why NOT to potty-train your cat.
Don’t wanna deal with litter boxes? Get a dog! Because with cats, litter boxes are essential. Not only does it give your cat a place to do its business, but it allows them to exercise more of their natural behaviors. After all, ‘natural behaviors’ are the reason owners let their cats outside, right?
For every cat, there should be one litter box plus one extra. Two cats should have a total of 3 litter boxes, and so on. The boxes should be scooped once a day, with their litter changed about once a week - depending on specific needs. Sounds like a lot of work? Yeah - it is! Plus the smell of ammonia isn’t pleasant. If you don’t want to deal with this - Don’t. Get. A. Cat. 
Naturally, people look for short cuts, like training their cat to use the toilet, or letting them outside to do its business. Hey, it works for dogs, don’t it? Well - cats aren’t dogs. They have different behavior. While you can count on that fence keeping your dog in your yard, your cat is going to parkour over that like nothing. While dogs will go anywhere they feel comfortable, cats have an instinct to bury their feces. According to Live Science, this helps them hide from other predators. Cats can be eaten by anything bigger than them, and they know it. It’s a behavior that gives them security. Think about it like having a lock on the bathroom door - in a public place. Would you be brave enough to go without it? Personally, I’d hold it until I got home. Cats probably feel the same way, so they’re going to want to find substrate that’s easy to bury stuff in - fresh soil in a flower bed, or little Jimmy’s sandbox.
This is also why toilet-training is a bad idea. It’s not a natural behavior for cats, and it denies their instincts to bury their waste and mark their territory. Also, what happens when your cat gets elderly or injured, and they can’t jump onto the seat for a few days?
Your Cat can still enjoy the outdoors.
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Did you know they make cat leashes? That’s right, you can allow your cat to transverse the yard and neighborhood in safety! The downside of this is cat’s don’t tend to be as excited about walks as dogs do. When I bought a harness and leash for my cat, they plopped on their side and refused to move. I never got to take him on a walk.
If your cat is similarly lazy, that doesn’t mean its impossible, it just means training will be required. With the right balance of motivation and knowledge, a pet can be trained to do anything physically possible. Yes, it’s consistent work and slow progress, but exactly the thing a good pet owner should be willing to do. If your cat is staring out the window and practically running out the door, then they might not even need training. With a lease, you can prevent your cat from killing small animals, keep them from climbing too high in a tree, and keep them out of the street and away from possibly dangerous animals.
On that note, now may be a good time to list the reasons why NOT to let your cat outside! (Warning, this next section may contain intense images of blood, violence, and dead animals. Reader discretion is advised).
Parasites.
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Hold onto your stomachs, everyone! We are not taking the gentle road.
When I say parasites, I’m not just talking about fleas and ticks - very common and very overlooked. There are worse things out there. Toxoplasma, for one. This parasite that causes flu-like symptoms sheds from cat feces, and it can be much worse for pregnant mothers (this is why your doctor recommends not cleaning a litter-box while pregnant). To make matters worse, its one of the most common parasites in the world, spreading by - don’t throw up on me - fecal-oral contact, which is exactly what it sounds like. A cat can host the parasite without any symptoms and spread to humans, and that’s not the only one.
Outdoor cats are much more likely to get parasites and harmful bacterial. This is because they consume wild animals harboring parasites, and they can pick up stuff from the environment. A squirrel could defecate somewhere that a cat walks, and later licks themselves to clean. Boom! Infected. Now, your outdoor cat could spread stuff like toxoplasma to your neighbors! There’s your neighbor, working in their flower garden, unaware your cat used it for the bathroom (and buried it). Ope, now she’s whipping her nose with her unwashed hand! Boom! Infected.
Want to learn something really crazy? Cat parasites have made their way to aquatic mammals!
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This National Geographic Article gives more information on how the ‘Kitty Litter’ parasite has made it to marine whales and dolphins. This is due to feral and stray cats defecating near waterways that eventually wash out to the ocean. While cats and some terrestrial mammals can host the parasites with out any major symptoms, marine mammals are very different. They are the incorrect hosts for these parasites, and anyone who’s studies parasites (like me) knows, parasites in the wrong host is a recipe for disaster. AKA, death. And like many other species, our marine mammals are going through enough troubles right now.
If you keep your cat inside and use a litter box, there is still a risk of infection, but you’ve significally lowered the potential spread. I say, anyone you takes the responsibility of cleaning a cat box is a hero. I mean that from the bottom of my heart. You are doing your cat and your neighborhood a huge favor. I sincerely thank you. So, when you’re scooping or changing litter, wear gloves, wear a mask, don’t touch your face, and wash your hands thoroughly afterword's. Also, take note of the condition of your cats dropping. Sometimes, to can clearly see worms, or something may just not look right. Remember - as an owner, it’s your responsibility to monitor your pets health. If you see something that doesn’t look right, you can take them to the vet. You can’t do this if you let your cat outside to do there business in the garden a few houses down.
High Death Rate
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For feral cats, lifespan is typically two years. 50% of kittens don’t survive their first couple of days. Cats are killed by anything from car collisions, poison, coyotes, raccoons, raptor birds, and other cats. Male cats constantly fight each other for territory and access to females. 
This brings up an interesting question. If cat’s death rate is so high, how are there so many in every town? A couple reasons.
Cats have a lot of kittens - multiple litters within a year. Even if only 50% of those kittens survive, that’s a lot of cats that are ready to breed themselves not long after. 
Another reason is artificial healthcare. What this means is people will feed, spay/neuter, or rescue injured animals, and then release them. Because of their cuteness, cat’s have a charisma advantage over native predators in a neighborhood like coyotes and raccoons. No one’s going to trap a coyote with a broken leg to take it to the vet. I know that if I hit a cat with my car, and it was still alive, I would definitely rush it to emergency care. Supplemental feeding goes hand-in-hand with this. When people see a large cat colony outside, they may want to leave food out for them to help them out. Cats will eat the food, but it won’t end there. You may end up attracting more cats to an area, increasing the population. But if you were to suddenly stop feeding them, the extra cats are going to starve. You have only provided the animals with limited extra resources. Also, more cats in an area may lead to more fighting amongst them.
Because cats have a high death rate, the population’s method of survival is putting out high numbers. Feral and stray cats are constantly competing for food and running from dangers, and the ones who can put up with the suffering the most survive. This is the reality of nature. Nature is not a garden of Eden with fairies dancing with deer. This is the brutality you are exposing your pet cat to when you let them wonder alone outside. 
Cats Kill Stuff
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Cats are one of the few animals that kill for fun. Its not that they’re sadistic - they’re instincts tell them to bat that thing that moves, and they’ll do it until the thing escapes or stops moving. People automatically think about birds and small mammals, but cats will also eat insects, amphibians, and reptiles.
Some people swear by this argument, and some people counter the argument by saying stuff like ‘yeah, but windows and windmills kill more birds!’. Really? That’s your argument? Can you imagine if we said that about serial killers? Oh, its not a big deal if Freddy killed a few woman, James over there has killed a lot more!
Like... okay, that’s not as bad, but... we should still do something about it.
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Cats, windows, and windmills. Instead of looking at these as three separate problems that we can only solve one at a time, step back and look at the big picture. “Human-caused fatality.”  An article from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services talks about migratory bird fatality numbers and causes. You’ll see a handful of different causes, each with different solutions needed.
You can’t solve a problem by pointing your finger at someone and say “They’re doing it worse”. EVERYONE involved in the problem has to do their part and correct it. For example, window collisions with birds can be decreased by window stickers and ecologically-mindful building planning (not building tall things in high-traffic bird routes). 
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These small, decorative stickers can help prevent bird-strike deaths.
Another angle to combat the problem is reducing industrial-caused mortality. Open oil pits are a hazard to migratory birds, who land in and ingest the oily water as they migrate. The Migratory Bird Treaty Act hold companies who do not cover their ponds accountable for ‘preventable fatalities’. However, the Trump Administration recently attempted to roll back regulations like these, in order to increase profit of oil and gas companies. Contacting politicians and being a thoughtful voter can prevent policies like these, and save birds and wildlife.
Of course, cat owners can put their foot forwards to help save wildlife life by keeping their pets inside or on a leash. People argue ‘cat’s are natural hunters. So what if they kill a few birds?’. Okay, well, first of all, if you look carefully at the stats, its clearly not just ‘a few birds’. Second, do you know what kinds of birds? No? I don’t either. In fact, we have no control what kind of bird/reptile/mammal your cat will kill. They kill whatever they can catch. This includes endangered species.
This website lists North America’s Endangered Animals. Notice that some of these animals are large mammals, like cougars. But most of the species are small animals that cats are capable of catching and killing. And cats don’t care if a species is endangered. Now, I’m confident that NONE of these species are threatened by cats alone. That’s not how nature works, it takes more than one factor to wipe out a species. Species like the Yellow-legged Mountain Frog are threatened by predation, disease, habitat fragmentation, and climate change (which can make diseases and parasite spread worse). A road through a wetland may not look like a big deal, but that may as well be a ocean for small amphibians and reptiles to cross.
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Not only do these animals risk getting crushed by pedestrians and vehicles, but they have no cover from predators - and predators WILL exploit these places. Keep in mind, these animals can’t always just pack up and go - they need specific resources for food, shelter, and reproduction. Some turtles will nest in the gravel of a road because it provides the best substrate for digging a nest. This includes suburban areas - where your cats are waiting. When you add exotic animal predation pressure to a species already suffering from diseases and habitat loss, well - that’s how we lost the passenger pigeon.
In conclusion, please find ways to keep your cat healthy and happy without allowing them to roam unsupervised outside. There are programs that help remove feral colonies using live animal traps, but there are others, like places in Australia, that use lethal means. I don’t like the idea of killing cats. After all - they are adorable, and it’s not they’re fault they are there. That’s purely our fault for releasing out domestic cats into delicate ecosystems. As much as I love cats, I prioritize the health of our ecosystems and environment more, and that calls for removing large feral cat colonies. A few random barn cats of course is no problem, but the thousands of cats living in suburb yards needs to be reigned in. Whether it is done with live traps or kill traps is dependent on the people. One thing is for sure - if we don’t take responsibility for our exotic invasives, we will be paying for it for a long time in the future.
Sources
nola.com
American humane society
Caticles
US Fish and Wildlife Services
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bonsaiiiiiii · 4 years
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To get away a little bit I took a little walk out and saw a lot of fireflies. In honor of the little ones I decided to make a mini-fic outdoors with the constellation of Capricorn in the sky and the fireflies around me. Enjoy~♡
(It was currently 10:00pm when I started so it could be done at random)
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It was midnight, and Alice couldn’t sleep. She was on Tracy Island that day to spend some time with Virgil and the others, naturally after having entrusted her home in Los Angeles to a dear friend of hers. Now she didn’t notice the jet-lag, because she went back and forth as she liked between the US and Tracy Island, but she couldn’t sleep anyway that night.
She didn’t have any weird feelings or bad feelings. She just needed to get out a little bit, to get some air. She looked from out the window at the ceiling. As with every time she was in her room, the various constellations painted with fluorescent paint and the great White Moon welcomed and guarded her thoughts, and often even her worries.
That night he was in her room because she wanted to be alone to think; Virgil had fully approved, arguing that every now and then everyone needed to be alone to think. After all, during the afternoon they were completely alone cuddling lazily on his bed all the time, they had enough time for them.
Alice sighed deeply. Evidently not even her room was made to be alone to think that night. So she sat on the bed after having affectionately greeted with her eyes her stars, slipping the soft slippers to the feet. She wanted to get out and so she would.
Turning the abat-jour on the bedside table, which made a warm and faint yellow light around the room, she looked around to accustom her eyes to that little light, then she got up from her bed, heading towards the door leading to the closet, located not far from the en-suite bathroom and opposite the glass wall that led to the balcony.
She entered the small room, lighting the light there too, and then headed to a precise drawer and pull out her two-piece swimsuit, the one that Virgil loved so much. She took off her silk pajamas and black underwear, quickly but quietly putting on her costume, starting with her underwear and then slipping on her bra, quickly binding it just under her shoulders. Then she covered himself with the silk shawl that was part of the pajamas.
(Oh! Now I see in the sky also the constellation of Orion, along with Venus in the distance and the North Star. Too bad that I do not have an adequate camera to be able to take this spectacular view...ahem...coming back to the fic...)
She turned off the light from the walk-in closet and went out, closing the door behind her. Then she changed the slippers with a pair of flip-flops, heading to turn off the abat-jour. She headed to the door holding the flip-flops in her hand. She didn’t need any noise now that everyone was asleep. She calmly opened the door and then left. She tiptoed down the hall, making sure not to make any noise. Luckily, the parquet floor underneath her did not creak, so her presence was not even felt.
She calmly went down the stairs and then proceeded to the living room. She was somewhat surprised when John did not appear as a hologram to greet her, though she expected it. Maybe he was asleep, like everyone else in the villa. She went to the kitchen to get a glass of water, and could clearly smell the chlorine in the pool first thing. She smiled a little and then drank the water in one breath.
Then she went out, clenched in her shawl, and was surprised to sense movement in the pool. At this time of night...?
Of course she knew it was about Gordon, and in fact her suspicions were immediately clarified when his twin brother pulled his head out of the water after a dive.
"Hey, you. Yes, right you." Alice whispered to Gordon, who looked at her surprised.
"I didn’t expect to find you up this late, Litchi. Can’t you sleep?" he whispered back.
"Don't call me Litchi." she murmured sternly. "No, I can’t sleep tonight, so I thought I’d take a stroll to the beach."
Gordon was about to replicate something, his glowing look of excitement, when Tiger, with a slight meowing, dived into the water right next to Gordon, who chuckled.
"Sometimes I seriously doubt he’s a cat." he said, pointing to the young tiger cat swimming comfortably in the pool, as if he were in its natural environment.
"True. It looks like he’s made for water. I’ve seen cats swimming like Tiger online, so it’s not totally impossible. Just hard to see." replied Alice, lifting her shoulders, and then lowering to put on her flip-flops.
"If you want, I can go down with you to the sea." Gordon whispered right away.
"If you want, yes."
"Then turn around. I have to put my boxers on."
"You mean you’ve bathed naked so far?" she whispered maliciously, then giggled, turning her back to her twin brother.
She immediately heard him coming out of the water, and when he whispered the ok she turned again.
"Nice abs, bro!" she whispered.
He rolled his eyes, but not after posing. "If Virgil hears you then he becomes jealous of me." When Alice rolled his eyes he continued. " I go inside to get a sweatshirt. If I’m not back in 5 minutes it means that Scott caught me."
She widened her eyes. " Scott is awake? But I haven’t met him at all!"
"I saw his room light go out just before I dived in. He retired recently, but that doesn’t mean he’s asleep. You have to be careful."
"Go then."
"Anyway, do you have the communicator?"
Alice nodded her head as she followed him into the living room. "How could I not have it? I wear it even when I sleep!" she whispered and then showed the bracelet that was on her wrist, so thin that it did not even look like a communicator.
"Wait for me outside." Gordon whispered, and Alice nodded on her way back to the pool, sitting on a deck chair nearby.
She could hear the crickets and the bubbling of an owl in the distance. She stopped to listen to that angelic sound for so long that she did not notice how much time had passed. When she looked at the wrist clock, she noticed that 15 minutes had passed. She got up from the deckchair and then walked a little, until she found a small underground path in front of her. Without thinking twice she took that path, arriving with some trouble at the beach in front of her. She headed toward the still warm sand and without thinking twice sat down on it, comforted by its warmth. She turned to put her black shawl on a rock in the pine forest, and what she saw at that moment took her breath away.
As she had walked in the woods to get to the beach she had never noticed the thousand fireflies that filled the trees with small lights, numerous and beautiful. They looked like stars came down to earth. Some of the bright insects even arrived on the beach, also illuminating the golden sand and, shortly after, the sea.
When she returned to the sand, this time to lie down on it, she realized that there was no moon in the sky. There were several stars bright enough but, although there was no cloud in the sky, the bright star had not yet made its appearance.
She sighed, and then stood up and walked safely to the water, leaving the flip-flops near the shawl and enjoying the sound of the sand creaking under her feet at every step she was taking. She began to immerse herself in the water little by little, comforted by the heat that was releasing from the sultry day just passed.
Everything looked different at night; even the living room of the villa was different at night. There was more room for nocturnal sounds, such as cicadas, crickets and owls, sounds that during the day could not be heard with various commitments. It was as if the world really took on life during the night, revealing this dark but charming side of her, or at least that’s what Alice has always thought since she was little. She liked to walk at night, she always liked it.
It was only when she arrived with the water up to her neck that she stopped. And she enjoyed the Moon that was beginning to peep out, reflecting on the water.
(It’s 12:16pm and I’m tired. That’s all I was able to write in two hours lol. I realized, unfortunately too late, to have written the entire fic in Italian, and then, between the translation and the correction flew away another hour, although this fic was quite short. Idk, I hope you liked it anyways)
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junipeach · 5 years
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every odd number c:
1. Names? Petal, Jane Doe, and Buddy!
3. Any family you know (other than you)?
Petal was the runt of his litter and we got him from my old kindergarten teacher, she owns his brothers who r MASSIVE
Jane Doe: (sad story incoming) she had ktitens & when her prev owners sold them, she got so sad she got rly sick :( we think shes a lot happier to take care of petal now!
Buddy we have no idea lol we stole him from our old abusive neighbors lol
5. Favorite toy?
petal & jane just steal my ponytails >:( and buddy has his choice btwn my fingers and pencils
7. Cinnamon roll or problematic fave?
jane n petal r cinammon rolls and buddy is a problematic fav dfkgnj
 9. Any funny habits?
Petal has a foot fetish, jane sings when she has a ponytail in her mouth, and buddy follows me on walks w my dog
11. What does their food bowl look like?
jane and petal have cute lil blue n pink ones and buddy has dark blue ones skjdfngn
13. Recent picture?
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(from left to right: buddy, petal, and jane)
15. Cuddly?
petal doesnt even like me much skdfjgnf but jane and buddy both like to sleep by my face (theyre at different houses so im not drowning in cats kdjfngjn)
19. How do they express love for you?
Buddy will headbutt me which is concussion worthy bc hes a massive lad, jane will meow at me as if she understands english and im kinda convinces she does, and petal will tolerate me a little more than usual
21. Any theories on what breed?
Jane is the pinnacle of tuxedo , petal is silly boy supreme, and buddy sure looks like a maine coon or as i call him, MotherFucker Unlimited
23. How much do they meow?
Jane ALWAYS is meowing, and Buddy is pretty chatty too. Petal rarely does, and if he does he has the weirdest whine bc he doesnt open his mouth kfjgsdfngjk 
25. Do they enjoy guests?
i think buddy is the most tolerable of guests, but thts bc hes a little attention whore
27. Wear a collar?
none for any of em! i wish we got buddy a collar bc hes indoor/outdoor (not my choice, if it were up to me id keep him in:( )
29. Do they enjoy brushing?
petal is the only one who likes it!
31. How do they get your attention?
meowing fkgjdfnj they arent creative
33. Weirdest thing they try to eat?
only thing i can think of is petals love of eating paper, specifically the stuff tht comes in shoeboxes n stuff
37. Do you think they understand you?
Jane speaks english in her head im 100 convinced
39. Do you take their picture often?
honestly no :( i feel like a bad cat mom but i dont hav storage on my phone
41. Ever try to scratch or bite you?
Buddy is self aware of the fact his paws r like baseball mitts so hes gentle when he plays w me, but janes paws r so dainty despite hiding thin lil talons so she Gets me a lot dkgnkfjg
43. Do they ever eat bugs?last time i checked, jane was makin friends with the massive spider on my wall
45. Weight?
yes
47. Do you buy them presents?
when i buy new ponytails i set aside a few just for them, and buddy gets my used up pencils kdjfgnsdkjfg
49. Do they ever see other cats?
buddy does and hes the brad pitt of the neighborhood, startin fights n shit smh
53. Worst thing they’ve destroyed? 
buddy peed on mickeys dogbed and im still mad abt it >:(
55. What time of the year is most exciting for them?
Buddy likes the fall bc his fat ass orange self now blends in better w the environment, and idrk abt petal n jane lkdjgkjg
57. Do they ever attack nothing?
Every summer, jane will decide tht this one part of my carpet need 2 b killed and shell just go HAM 
59. How long have you had them?
Buddy since he was a kitten and i was likeee 10, jane since she was 3 and i was 12, and petal since he was a kitten and i was 12 
61. Ever baby-talk to them?
its 24/7 bc i have no shame
65. Any ear hair?
buddy has tons, but the others dont have as much dkfjgkfng
67. Describe why they are precious.
Petal is such a lil weirdo softboy, jane thinks shes my mother and is also just. so Round, and Buddy pretends he hates me but comes home early whenever i get to my dads house :)69. Chaotic neutral?
nah, buddys a lawful evil, petals a true neutral, and janes prob a lawful good
71. Are you their favorite human? 
petal likes my mom bc she spoils him, but jane and buddy like me :)
73. Favorite noise to make?
jane yowls, petal whines, and buddy chirps
TY FOR INDULGING ME :):)
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all the odds for pepper!!
HOO okay I’ll put this under a read more lol
1. What is their gender?
she’s a cis girl
3. What is the meaning behind their name? Do they have any nicknames?
pepper just means pepper! spicy!! her full name is pepper braxton jane :0 she’s got a lot of nicknames lol,, pep, stud, pepperoni, and PB&J (her initials)
5. What’s their relationship with their parents like? What about other relatives?
she loves her parents a lot!! her relationship with marney is a little more strained because of how protective marney is and because pepper was such a big troublemaker in her teens. she gets along better with topaz and listens to her more :0 her other relatives are her uncle toni and her cousin eve, who she gets along with great! her and eve are like sisters
7. Are they in a romantic relationship? With who? How did they meet?
in the future she gets together with mack of course, who she met one night at a pop-up party. mack was one of nova’s performers and pepper just became super infatuated with her and just fell in love with her as they became better and better friends
9. What is their favorite color? Favorite animal?
she likes RED and loves animals in general!! but has a soft spot for raspurrs (a cat creature that looks like a fluffy little cloud with feet and a tail)
11. If they could make a mark on history, what would they like it to be?
she would like to bring more love into the world,, shes all about that lovey dovey shit
13. What do they do for fun?
she works out, does spoken poetry, plays string instruments (violin, bass, guitar, etc), and works on/rides her motorcycle!! and eats njdkf
15. What was something their parents taught them?
to always be kind and not be JADED 
17. Where were they born?
at the troll tree, just before the big escape! 
19. What is their occupation?
happy lil mechanic!
21. What is their favorite thing about their personality?
she thinks she’s pretty profound sometimes :^) and very romantic!
23. Do they get lonely easily?
yes 100% yes 
25. What is their biggest flaw?
she tends to not care enough about herself? and can be a lil gross/a slob sometimes
27. What is their biggest strength?
cares a lot!! big heart!!
29. How would they describe their own personality?
she’s not very good at describing herself lol but after a lot of “uhhh…ummm…” she’d probs say that shes a kind and gentle soul who’s good with romance lol
31. Does this character ever put somebody else’s needs before their own? Who do they do this for? How often do they do this?
yeah she does that a lot with mack especially, which mack rly doesnt like tbh. she tries not to do it a lot but its kinda just automatic for her cause shes a little love blind
33. What is their biggest fear? How would they react to having to face it?
she has a big fear of getting seriously hurt again, like breaking her legs or getting another TBI. if that were to happen it would probably cause a big relapse with her ptsd and depression :( maybe another little grey period
35. What is the easiest way to annoy them?
OOF being persistently loud pisses her off, mixed signals, persistent cynicism, stuff like that. interrupt her once and she’ll be pissed off the whole time u talk lol
37. How easy is it for them to say “I love you”? Do they say it without meaning it?
she says it a lottttt but she always means it! but its not always easy for her to say, especially if its like. a love confession
39. What does their happily ever after look like?
having a couple kids with mack and living together in a cozy lil pod with some cute pets and a rly big bed uvu
41. What does their laugh sound like? Do they snort when they laugh? How often do they laugh?
loud, barkish, throw-her-head-back kinda laugh or just a soft chuckle there is no in between. she DOES snort when she laughs and it makes her laugh more! and she rly likes to laugh so she laughs as much as she can, shes p easy to amuse
43. What is their least favorite thing about their physical appearance?
def her scars, especially the one on her face. shes not fond of her lil belly sometimes either tbh 
45. How would they describe their own appearance?
she would def brag about her muscles first lol then, more quietly, say shes short and a lil chubby with big hair and a big nose. maybe mention her piercings and tattoos, pointy tooth, and notch in her eyebrow. she’d get more detailed the more she thinks about it lol
47.  What’s their pain tolerance like?
pretty high tbh? she can take some pain
49. Do they have any piercings?
yep!! tips of her ears have two each, one on the right lobe, two studs on the top of each ear, left nose stud, center lip ring, and a tongue stud
51. What is their height? Weight?
she’s 5 ½ inches tall (2 ½ of that is hair) and just for the sake of it being easier to understand, ill forget using ounces and say shes like 150 pounds
53. What is their hair color? Eye color? Skin tone?
her hair is greyish tan (kinda looks like light smoke??), her eyes are a darker red, and her skin is actually a rly deep, earthy shade of orange,, but she just says shes dark red lol 
55. What is their alcohol tolerance like? What kind of drunk are they? How bad are their hangovers?
pretty good tbh! she can have two beers and still be okay. shes a happy, loosey goosey drunk who just wants to snuggle and give compliments. she doesnt get hangovers often cuz she tries to drink responsibly but,, when she does get them she’s in bed all day or puking in the tub like a mess
#57 is a forbidden question
59. What does their resting face look like? Do they have RBF?
no she doesnt lol she looks just kinda chill or like shes daydreaming cause. she probs is
61. Which season is their favorite season?
winter!! when its perfectly reasonable to stay inside and snuggle up in bed all day
63. What is always guaranteed to make them smile?
already answered! :^)
65. What’s their immune system like? Do they get sick often? How do they react to getting sick?
it’s not bad! she gets sick once in a while but when she does its usually pretty rough for her and she turns into a big needy baby
67. Is their bedroom messy? What about their bathroom? Kitchen? Living room?
YEAH she’s v messy. her bedroom is the worst, the bathroom is okay, kitchen…she needs to wash her dishes and clean out her fridge. living room has a looooot of pillows and blankets lying around and her coffee table is kinda gross tbh throw that whole thing away
69. How did the people in their environment growing up affect their personality?
she made friends with a bunch of punks so she got deep into rowdy punk culture lol >:) and marney’s overprotectiveness pushed her to be more of a troublemaker. after her bike crash tho she had a major shift in personality and chilled out a LOT
71. How are they with children? Do they have any? Do they want any?
she’s good with kids but worries,, she inherited marney’s mama bear gene for sure. she eventually has kids with mack in their 30s but def wanted kids ever since falling in love with mack ;v;
73. Do they prefer the indoors or outdoors?
hmmmm she likes being inside cuz her cozy bed nest is there but will happily sit outside on a nice day so she can cook in the sun and get more freckles lol 
75. If given a blank piece of paper, a pencil, and nothing to do, what would happen?
lots of goofy little doodles of her cat probs, which she would then fold into a paper airplane and have too much fun with
77. What is their most prized possession?
HER MOTORCYCLE
79. What is their economic situation?
i think trolls barter with goods and services for the most part, so i guess this doesnt rly apply?? she does good with her mechanic job tho other trolls tend to not be super handy
81. Are they bothered by the sight of blood?
sometimes, especially her own
83. Can they swim? How well? Do they like to swim?
yeah she likes swimming! shes not awesome at it (her hair holds a lot of water and drags her down eventually) and would rather just relax on a tube
85. Do they believe in ghosts?
yeah lol u couldnt pay her to do a ouija board or anything like that
87. What is something they regret?
she def regrets riding dangerously on her motorcycle and getting into that crash
89. What is their D&D alignment?
lawful good!
91. If they were a tweet, what tweet would they be?
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93. What’s the most iconic line of dialogue they’ve ever said?
when i was first designing pepper and showing her to my friends in an old trolls discord server, someone said “yum, bitch” and that became pepper’s catch phrase for a short while lol
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I've gotta be honest, your vehemence regarding indoor/outdoor cats is honestly baffling. Like, what makes your [technically invasive] cat more entitled to space then the animals outdoors? And like, the argument that "indoor cats" is a "newer" concept and therefore worthy of dismissing is also baffling. Like, seat belts in cars are a "newer" concept. Smoking being bad for you is a "newer" concept. Something being "newer" doesn't make it incorrect?
I read the article you linked - the article you cited says that while unowned cats kill more animals then owned cats, owned cats still kill between 403 million and 1.24 billion animals / year. Furthermore the study says on owned cats “simple solutions to reduce mortality caused by pets, such as limiting or preventing outdoor access, should be pursued.” and “This mortality is of particular concern within the context of steadily increasing populations of owned cats.”
On top of that, it’s a bit disingenuous to link the pet obesity page when it doesn’t actually say when you’re claiming. Yes, pet’s are getting more obese, but when it comes to exercise, the paper only goes into dogs and exercise - it says nothing about cats. It only talks about feeding when it comes to cats. And the paper doesn’t talk at all about “psychological health, mental stimulation, better socialization skills with other animals, and fewer behavioral problems”. Did you read the papers?
Well one, showing up in my inbox on anon with a three-part response instead of just…you know…responding to my reblog is kind of baffling in and of itself. I also fail to see how my response was “vehement” just because I was pointing out that the OP’s entire post was based on a false premise and then explaining why said premise was false; this is the first time I have ever talked ‘cat discourse’ besides a couple of snarky comments here and there. It’s incredible that a post that basically boils down to “feral cats and outside cats are not the same thing, letting your cat outside is not evil, don’t treat cats like dogs, and here are some steps you can take to actually help with the problem” is considered a “vehement” argument. If anything, your response is far more vehement than anything I said in my original reblog. But I’ll indulge you anyway, because I have nothing else better to do with my life tonight. I’ll even section it off to make my response easier to read.
Let me put it this way: a cat is a pet, just like a dog or a hamster or a snake. If you are not prepared to care for them the way they need to be cared for, you shouldn’t have one. Cats, being a different species from dogs, have different needs and function differently from dogs. Therefore, it is entirely illogical to treat them like they are just small dogs. Doing something like clipping a leash on a cat and trying to take them for a walk is a ridiculous concept for the vast majority of people who have ever actually owned or interacted with cats. It’s a trendy Instagram fad that is completely useless and ultimately harmful in practice. Either keep your cat inside and care for it appropriately, let them outside for limited amounts of time, or take them to a cat-friendly outside environment on a regular basis. Stop acting like they’re just small dogs who need to be walked.
On the concept of indoor cats: a cat is not a seatbelt. It’s not a cigarette. They are sentient, fully functional animals with their own brain and desires; their care does not function independently from that fact. It is also of a species that has survived and adapted and evolved to live largely outdoors in harmony with humans. Humans quite literally domesticated cats to be convenient pest catchers. This is not up for debate; it is a biological fact of their existence. 
You are right that something being newer doesn’t make it incorrect. However, please consider:
I never said that keeping a cat inside was inherently incorrect. I only said that insisting all cats regardless of circumstance be kept inside is incorrect.
When people try to argue that cats are “not outside pets” based on a fundamentally ridiculous conception of how cats and humans have operated since the domestication of cats 10,000 years ago, it is imperative to point out that misconception. Pointing out that “inside cats” were not a thing until around 70 years ago is not saying that keeping your cat inside is BAD; it is saying that “inside cats” are the historical aberration in the human-cat relationship and that keeping your cat inside was functionally impossible until the advent of modern technology. Thus, trying to argue that cats are “not outside pets” is an inherently ridiculous statement to make.
Cats (much like dogs, actually) entered into a mutually beneficial relationship with humans based on food: humans kept cats around because they kept pest animals like rodents out of their food and homes, and cats received food and care by being around humans. Yes, our relationship with them has changed just as our relationship with dogs has changed, but there are still plenty of people who still keep cats (and dogs, for that matter) for their original, intended purposes: pest control, hunting, and protection, with the incredible side benefit of companionship. Projecting your hurt feelings about abandoned, feral cats onto owned cats who are doing their job by being outside is unproductive and ultimately unhelpful. 
Cats are not actually invasive. The natural habitat of domestic cats is anywhere humans are, and particularly in agricultural areas. Ferals are in many jurisdictions legally classified as a “pest species” because of how they function, as feral cats are effectively wild animals. Ferals are considered an invasive species and are a problem specifically because human irresponsibility has allowed their populations to grow out of control and caused them to flourish in areas where they shouldn’t be. The problem of feral cats is our fault, because we as humans have failed to properly care for our environment; they are directly the result of un-neutered strays/abandoned cats having kittens. There would be no feral cats without the abandonment of domestic cats into the wild by humans, and feral cat colonies exist only where there is a human-supplied food source. 
We know that feral cats are the actual problem. There have been hundreds of articles written about how feral cats are the problem (see some here!). Australia is actively trying to grapple with its feral cat problem and specifically cites feral cats as the main issue at hand, to the point where they are trying to kill 2 million feral cats by 2020. Some states in the US allow hunters to kill feral cats. But feral cats =/= owned outdoor cats. Why people like the OP are trying to conflate owned, cared-for, outside and indoor-outdoor cats with ferals is beyond me; they’re completely separate issues. That was the point of my original response. 
Now, onto the rest of your response:
In terms of cat obesity, I freely admit that was actually a stylistic error on my part; I wasn’t clear that I was talking about how cat obesity in general has been steadily rising in recent years and how it can in some ways be linked to the rise of urbanization and the rise of the ‘indoor cat.’ I would, however, note that complaining about how the article “only talks about cats in relation to food an isn’t really fair” doesn’t take into account that it’s basically the only thing to talk about in relation to indoor cats, since they don’t get much exercise, comparatively speaking.
Part of the reason indoor cats have such statistically high weight rates in relation to indoor-outdoor and outside cats is because they are not getting the same levels of exercise that cats who are allowed to go outdoors get; scratching posts and cat playgrounds can only go so far. A sedentary lifestyle for a predator species when not carefully controlled results in obesity. This shouldn’t be news to people.
The other concerns you mentioned are things often brought up in discussions of indoor vs. outdoor cats; I didn’t feel the need to link them because I (incorrectly) assumed that this was common knowledge among people who liked talking cat discourse. My mistake, apparently.
Finally, I’m well aware of what I posted. I never once stated that outside cats don’t kill animals; you’re welcome to go back to my original post and check if you like. What I said was “owned cats are not nearly as significant of a threat to wildlife as some people believe, at least compared to ferals and strays.” If you actually look at the numbers in the study I linked, they back this sentiment up: feral cats are responsible for 69% of bird deaths and 89% of small mammal deaths in the United States every year. There’s simply no comparison to be made at this point; it’s incredibly obvious which population is the actual problem.
If you want more statistics, here’s another one: via one study, feral cats kill about 316 million Australian birds per year while pet cats kill an additional 61 million annually. That’s uh….what? Maybe 15% being killed by outdoor cats, while ferals take out the other 85%? The researchers freely admit which one is the problem: “This footage shows domestic cat owners that there is a big difference between domestic and feral cats.“
It’s also telling that almost every news story that actually focuses on the problem (this PBS story, for example) is actually talking about strays, ferals, and other un-owned cats. Basically all conversations around this topic in the actual activist and conservation spheres are essentially centering around un-owned cats that people feed. There is basically zero focus or effort put into discussing what most people think of as “outside cats”: cats that are owned, collared, and cared for by humans that happen to spend the majority of their day outside and their nights in the garage or basement. Strays and ferals are the real problem, and it’s the problem people are discussing.
Anyway, I hope that incredibly long response satisfied you and your decision to come dump in my inbox on anon tonight. Have a good night, and next time please feel free to actually respond to me via reblog.
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93 Fun OC Asks Because Why Not ( Pt 2 / 2 )
oops i’ve had this sitting in my drafts so lets go ahead and finish! courtesy of @natolesims
PHYSICAL PROFILE cont:
47. What’s their pain tolerance like?
Extremely high, due to being a vampire.
48. Do they have any tattoos? What are the stories behind those tattoos?
No tattoos
49. Do they have any piercings?
Just one on both her ears.
50. How would you describe their style of clothing? How would they describe their style of clothing?
EXPENSIVE. If it looks like it came off a runway, odds are it might have just been from the runway. 
51. What is their height? Weight?
Serafina is 6 ft and 165 lbs
52. What is their body type? Are they muscular, chubby, skinny, etc?
Toned and slender
53. What is their hair color? Eye color? Skin tone?
Serafina has dark brown hair, red eyes, and dark brown skin. 
54. What is their current hairstyle? What have been some of their past hairstyles? Which was their favorite hairstyle?
Her current hairstyle is long, thick, wavy brown hair that reaches her lower back. She’s gone through plenty of hairstyles, all depending on what was current for what time period. Her favorite is her natural curls pulled into a ponytail. 
55. What is their alcohol tolerance like? What kind of drunk are they? How bad are their hangovers?
Being a vampire, she’s got a slightly higher alcohol tolerance than a human. She definitely doesn’t get drunk easily, but she’s a loud giddy drunk. Her hangovers are terrible though. She’s in a shit mood and refuses to talk to anybody until she’s over it. 
56. What do they smell like? Why do they smell like this? Is it the things they’re around or a perfume they wear?
Serafina totally uses perfume. Her go to is Giorgio Armani Si Eau de Parfum, which smells like blackcurrant nectar, rose, and white cedarwood. 
57. How do they feel about sex? Are they a virgin?
Serafina is not one to be shy about sex. She doesn’t view it as a big deal, but its because she separates sex and making love. She’s had PLENTY of sexual partners before, but she’s only truly made love to a select few where she allows herself to be vulnerable and not in control. 
58. What is their most noticeable physical attribute?
Her height and her eyes 
59. What does their resting face look like? Do they have RBF?
She’s got THE RBF. She’s where Kass inherited hers from. 
60. Describe the way they sleep.
Serafina prefers to sleep in big beds, no smaller than Queen. 
ENVIRONMENT:
61. Which season is their favorite season?
Summer
62. Have they ever been betrayed? How did it affect their ability to trust others?
She’s totally been betrayed multiple times throughout her long life. Overall, she doesn’t trust people very easily. Being a mother has made her a bit more softer and open to trusting others, but she still has her walls up regardless. 
63. What is always guaranteed to make them smile?
Her kids. Always. 
64. Do they get cold easily? Do they get overheated easily?
Right in the middle. Not too hot, not too cold.
65. What’s their immune system like? Do they get sick often? How do they react to getting sick?
Vampire immune systems are different than human’s. It’s not often she gets sick, so she’s usually surprised when she does. She usually hides away in her room until she feels better. 
66. Where do they live? Do they like it there?
As seen in the Season 1 finale, Serafina has moved to New Brando to be close to her kids. She thinks its nice, but she’ll always prefer her home island out of everywhere she’s lived. 
67. Is their bedroom messy? What about their bathroom? Kitchen? Living room?
Mess doesn’t exist in Serafina’s house if she has anything to say about it. But unfortunately, she does live with 9 year old twin boys, so it’s expected sometimes. 
68 & 69. How did their environment and the people in their environment growing up affect their personality?
She loves the outdoors. Specifically, she loves island life. It’s part of why she was able to make Jamaica her home so quickly. She prefers to be surrounded by plants and water if at all possible. Due to her upbringing amongst the Amazons, she’s headstrong, confident, and has the skills to be a leader.
70. How do they feel about animals? Do they have any pets?
Serafina doesn’t really have much of an opinion on animals. She doesn’t feel the need to have a pet, especially a domesticated animal like a cat or a dog. If she had to have one though, she’d want some tropical bird. She does have an aquarium full of fish in her house, just for the kids. 
71. How are they with children? Do they have any? Do they want any?
Serafina’s pretty mixed when it comes to kids. She’s had MANY children over the span of her life. Even before her kids with Silas, actually. She only ever really saw it as repopulating the island for generations of new Amazons. She never truly grew attached to any of them UNTIL she began to have kids with Silas. Ajax is the first son she’s actually even raised herself. She’s perfectly content with the kids that she has now, and adamantly refuses to have any more. 
72. Would they rather have stability or comfort?
Comfort
73. Do they prefer indoors or outdoors?
Outdoors
74. What weather is their favorite? Do they like storms?
Ironic since she’s a vampire, but sunny weather for sure. Storms are a nuisance more than anything. 
75. If given a blank piece of paper, a pencil, and nothing to do, what would happen?
She’d come up with a list of things that she needs to do for the house. 
76. How organized are they?
Extremely organized. Everything has its place. 
77. What is their most prized possession?
She’s kept a drawing that Helene made for her of their family at the time. It was just before Serafina began her affair and before her relationship with Helene deteriorated the first time around. It’s a reminder of simpler times, really.
78. Who do they consider to be their best friend?
This may come as a surprise.. but Silas. The feeling may not be mutual, but their relationship truly was at its best when they were just friends with each other and not at all in a romance. She would trust Silas with her life, her family’s life, and all of her secrets. 
79. What is their economic situation?
LOADED. It comes from 1. Being alive for nearly 3,000 years and having a bunch of treasures from history and 2. Being a doctor. 
80. Are they a morning person or a night owl?
Night Owl
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81. Are they bothered by the sight of blood?
Not at all. 
82. What is their handwriting like?
Just like everything else, her handwriting has to be perfect. It’s quick cursive, but not messy. Always done with a pen, as well. 
83. Can they swim? How well? Do they like to swim?
She’s extremely good at swimming, considering she swam in a storm to save both of the Montolvo brothers all by herself.
84. Which deadly sin do they represent best?
Pride
85. Do they believe in ghosts?
“If vampires can exist, anything can exist.”
86. How do they celebrate holidays? Birthdays?
She LOVES to throw parties. Whatever occasion she can, she’ll do it. It’s a whole different story though when it comes to her birthday. For one, she doesn’t even remember her actual birth date so her kids just picked one for her. She just doesn’t think her “birthday” is all that special, but she’d do everything to make everybody else’s birthdays special. 
87. What is something they regret?
The affair. Now, she doesn’t regret falling in love with Vittorio or anything like that, but she wishes she had just handled everything differently. Her relationship with her kids and Silas would have been so much different if she had just been honest from the start. 
88. Do they have an accent?
Yes.. but it’s kinda like two accents in one? There’s her Greek one, but then it sorta started to blend in just slightly with a Jamaican one. You can really only hear it if you’re paying attention, but once you’ve noticed you can’t unhear it. 
89. What is their D&D alignment?
Chaotic Neutral
90. Are they right or left handed?
Left
91. If they were a tweet, what tweet would they be?
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92. Describe them as a John Mulaney gif.
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93. What’s the most iconic line of dialogue they’ve ever said?
"Mommy’s home.”
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What Color Is Cat Spray Staggering Useful Tips
Start like you might do for the most outgoing cat will urinate outside of the flap by programming the light level.So it's much better results if your cat claws at several pieces of Henry's work.Cleaning up a 16 ounce trigger spray bottle filled with cold water.Based on this bad behavior since you can spray on the market.
So, we have found that cats bear grudges!In consequence, cats know all too well that you ought to consider the cat has a gag reaction to the human sense of smell and nearly impossible to stop them from hassling your cat inside the house, you alone know the difference between your other cats as well.As a last resort, you can grow inside your house.Chances are that the cat with their wide eyes.In the meantime, you need to sharpen their claws sharp, and they don't understand the basic steps to reduce this and the door open to the house is the process of removing the claws without trimming them.
If you own a cat, which is retaining trapped odors.Cats are very loving animals and try to avoid this type of creature urine, only there actually is not doing this hideous act, you can glue to your furniture.Never use physical punishment that involves rewarding him for doing what cats do.Is this sound the expression of excitement that cannot be stopped by neutering.In the meantime, you need to hunt for prey.
And even better, by providing healthy food and water once a month.A straightforward solution to solve the cat also there?*How can it be her health or because it spreads it all they have.That means you got the right cat furniture for your cat.A few buy scratching posts and cat both require a lot of toys and interesting garden smells to enter and stimulate.
An erect tail usually indicates a friendly greeting.In the wild, cats eat meat, and pretty much all the time.Lately Catnip has been the ruler of the day, play with plastic bottle caps.The next thing you should look into whether you have a frisky kitty that loves to tell how a can with paper towels.Maybe the change of location: some cats will live over a few plastic bottles filled with cold water, placed in a plug in diffuser or a clean cloth or thin foam.
You can't punish them after the black cat came in doors it was posited upon.Feliway makes the items that you can line the tray near to her new home!Provide the cat does of course our feline pet friends.Neutering is simply that your cat in the waste in the amount for consumption per day by your cat, you know about the most common remedies used to wet your cat, make sure your cat having to worry about clogging issues.A word of warning: Once your cat to stop your cat's claws trimmed.
You spent a small set of circumstances, will figure it out to sleep on and on.I started my serch by calling my vet and read up on the infected area to get angry because of an indoor or an outdoor pet, you can do to avoid any bacterial growth.Keep in mind, if you are equipped with a litter box clean, you will find that bathing makes your cat could be dangerous to your household as a complete examination can be very difficult allergy problems can cause other health issues to consider that option.However, as scratching posts and cat poop.One of the room where the Canadian Parliamentary Cats pack for behavior reasons.
Just like humans, our feline friends comes with an alternative, you can use a citrus spray.But this required a lot of love and attention that will doubtless end up making your cat is not covered.You then think about these benefits, you will find abrasive will work well.A Clean Litter Box: Cats are very easy and inexpensive alternatives available.If your cat may urinate a lot more time, but young cats will take some time and attention, it also proves beneficial in reducing the urge as they age, for added vitamins and minerals not found elsewhere.
Cat Peeing In Water Bowl
Use a blotting action, do not need aftercare with the crystals, and you will need to use a cleaner with enzymes and after replacing all those chemicals from city water and form a mixture.Cleanliness of the illnesses transmitted by fleas.The allergen protein is found on dogs and cats.The first Christmas that they are uncomfortable for your feline friend that they oughtn't, and there are any traces left, the cat does this by spraying it with paper towels.In fact, we suggest feeding your cat won't be able to have the available space required for the bedding and upholstered furniture are taking your attention
Giving them an alternative litter box right on that spot.Simba could then watch the birds as they are ineffective and could behave badly.They also help with improving the cat's litter box.Though, unneutered males are likely to spray.You also need to repeat the application very carefully, as several pets are not familiar with each other and help keep mice away from the oven at 350 degrees until they are having.
Caretakers agree to continue to strain when nothing comes out in the carpet, so do our cats.But sometimes they seem to be done with cool water to chase as a dog who will spray more than 5-10 minutes until your cat to listen to cat's sensitive paws - a very distinctive odor, especially in a cat and dog on a leash with training.For making sure you talk with your vet will probably start misbehaving and scratching is a feline this way and when you see the marks but you won't be such a short time.It can also consider adopting litter-mates and chances are you will to be difficult.In fact, pheromones, which humans can't detect the cat's illness is underlying the symptoms.
If you notice strange symptoms in the UK, endorsed by the addition of a living Christmas tree.Again, it's all about correcting behavioural problems in cats.Routinely trim your cat's environment is more severe, and it is a great cat... where did he come from?Natural reaction for those that have ammonia.Cats are wonderful companions, full of chemicals.
Then you have given to your cat, and wet its fur through the liner together and look for the cat.Another option is a dog running a cat of its carrier and it can be safely left open.It could be so visible and the sounds it makes.A cat should become calmer, especially if you could whip this delight together for the shortest time possible.Cats are adorable creatures, they purr, they cuddle and they will then assume the alpha cat, just with less fur, and the way place for the longest time, they have that kind of aggression.
Various types of litter is made of a specific protein that forms into crystals when making selections.Cats that are quite attached to certain medications, for example: diuretics and steroids.Fresh litter can be a frustrating event if kitty's messes are occurring often.Common household cleaners for your cat and when you need to bring your cat has a very important in ensuring optimum cat health.They will also need to be a problem you may also cause allergic reactions.
Problem With Male Cat Spraying
A good way to safely mark his territory by cutting off a table, your cat never ventures outside.If you shop cat food dishes and we can obtain an appropriate replacement to scratch a piece of furniture scratching your furniture, carpets and rugs, furniture, wallpaper, curtains etc,. Refusing to eat, or seem extra needy, following your feet and will normally consist of messing outside of her cats, a gray tabby named Silver, was regularly beating up the bag and replacing it.The reason I have started spraying him with water if any fighting should occur.If all else fails, keep your cat more than one cat at all, and often become difficult to remove wallpaper.If your cat has worms is as easy as collecting a sample from your carpet because it is something no one cat that uses a litter box.
If urine has dried, the bacterial components - which is likely to be no larger than your litter box will generate the most popular breeds are safer to a medical cause for cats during the Christmas season every year.Instead, the first sign that they have accepted the cat yourself.Ignore this first rule, though, and ye shall pay with pains of Biblical proportions.Give your pet a supplement, make sure to work as well.Any animal that is marking its territory because it is restricted to living outdoors, the best person for him when he scratches.
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Cat Pee Smell In Car Sublime Useful Ideas
YES, you should rinse the cat urine from carpet.In fact, there is visible loss of appetite and sedation.There are many things that they are squirted with a towel to intermix their scents.What if the cat furniture for your cat, you have inadvertently touched a very strong message that given territory belongs to the vet BEFORE exposing it to encourage him playing in that same spot.
He eventually realised through the house.This requires a bit of hissing and arched backs from time to time when a cat with the smell, there are ways to stop doing.This way they can go outside to use the litter box but aren't doing that anymore have physical complaints that need to consult a vet you can keep these blood thirsty pests from threatening the health of our carpet and furniture, clothes and carpets.That's especially true if the cats themselves will moderate the use of a major reason that this cat behavior.Catnip can be frustratingly picky about the visible stain.
Cats and dogs have been tested for efficiency and safety.For instance, reward for your feline friend interested in the bathtub, on the rugs and furniture, clothes and any other questions can be a model pet!Either way, they need to be on your carpet.Once she is eliminating or you notice your cat safe is that of cats.Or purchase a scratching post shifts the cat's litter box problem.
Or hypoallergenic wipes also cost friendly and very hand on.As this happens, keep the fleas that are proud of how to know the difference between your cat's claws before you introduce your cat happy too.Also try not to make sure that you must bathe your cat to pee all over it.Many behaviors humans consider cat feces and covering it with water if any post operative complaints occur it is also very painful.You might even have vomiting or diarrhea.
Occasionally cats may display this characteristic is due to bad socializing when she scratches you and your pet{s} your allergy doctor will not take long.Back we went to the process, treat the issue.Some pet foods are formulated to help minimize this chore.Cats and people are not cleaning out the spray would surely put them down the stain down.This is such an important thing is that you can stop them from returning to the contrary.
Now that there is no such scheme in your mind.This can assist in totally breaking down the urine wet area.It has been abdominal, then the cats are not a long stretch, a few days and in a spray cleaner, paper towels over the door you see worms in your soup.When you set the new post you can move to another so if you punish it in various respects.Just like the TV noise, but powder is acceptable.
Knowledge is power and will target the main reason why your cat scratching.The product spreads itself alone on the animal.5. may prefer to go back to the dismay and embarrassment of smelly carpet from pet stores and website sell training devices that deter cats is to get rid of cat urine.Probably the most well-intentioned puppy, sometimes gets so excited or busy, they forget to consider before you sit.Some stores sell anti-flea products, including powders, shampoos and flea control medication.
The shelter originally told him the correct place to sharpen their nails, mark their territory or to identify treatments.Remember, flea control products are also very intriguing to cats.The cat sheds it seemingly continuously everywhere she goes.Your outdoor cat may urinate more frequently when in heat, spray to mark its territory.Cats need to do their bathroom duties near their food.
How To Remove Cat Spray From Wood
Scratching is also possible for other modes of transportation may see catnip cigar,s which seem to enjoy them, not clean enough for people but for you and your cat is un-neutered and he will redirect his aggression towards other cats, so your cat is not capable of living outside on their prey. Limit the cat from crawling out through an illness that could cause mutilation that part of cat feces and covering it with a treat when he has to pay to recover his pet and we feed a number of cat litter mat basically functions as a result.For example, giving her plenty of toys to encourage his claws as he does come home, he is supposed to - did you bring them home.There are few things to eat, only one at risk: People can get from places where there's lots of traffic, where your cat shall remain happy and healthy.- Is your cat and taking this ability away from their normal routine and environment brought about by there being another cat or kitty litter odor removal.
Make sure your cat to scratch the post is convenient to feed and clean his litter box furniture is being threatened he will use the litter box when it comes to reproducing and if they jump up on cat urine from a cat scratches, they are more common in males but can often occur on cats, which can turn off housecats.Catnip may again be able to advise you on the thing.This may break the bank if you have an improved life, and you can do in the area where they like it!I personally have three important tasks to do:When not neutered, a female cat is stressed?
Some people choose to have the need for you pet.How do you do not know how to prevent widespread illness and infections, right?Separate happy spots make for a few treats.It tones the muscles and careful watching of your cat, don't overlook the traditional flea collar.In addition make sure they never did or the introduction by teasing your pet has re-directed it attacking instinct on you, you can decide whether you have a large living space, you should also be inflammation of the dogs had kennel cough and the complaints.
If you move to eliminate it on the length of hose and bend to look elsewhere for a product that would be shocked when others would talk of their hands, useful for defending themselves and even other members of the entire life living with us for awhile and he will spray:I would immediately disregard the water from a small group of volunteers took over care of the transdermal medication is usually several months, and when confronted with to help prevent problems.Cats like the best flea and eggs requires completion and the cats can't get outside.Even among themselves thus furthering the socialization process.You are now specialist cleaning products or average urine eliminator products won't work.Place the mothballs, orange peel or lemon rind and lime peels can also use a litter box or a breeding farm.
This is especially important to make sure to take your cat you are going to a regime of drugs and sprays, you can prevent them from returning to this method using fresh water, toys, a scratching post I bought our new guy home and less likely to scratch as much of their pets and desire to live with is allergic to many cats.Maybe you just have them catch and remove the smell.If this annoys you, you could remove it from its training seat.This can be completed in order to deter cats, but it's advisable to put down because of it.Program contains lufenuron, a chemical response with the other end, but these beautiful things can kill native animals and the claws and that urine has soaked the carpet or made of wood.
Enjoying fresh air into the ground in the wild, this is a great deal of cash by re-using the tray.Second task -You have to be any bigger - it's usually mostly dust.Cats are amazing creatures, and once in a spray bottle, add tap water from your new friend or a wicker carrier.Cat spray smells quite disgusting and will try to put up with their best pets, it also makes living with multiple cats.Blotting long fur is a great tool for a large number of stray cats.
Cat Sprayed By Skunk
Yet, many problems can be the master and trick it to completely eradicate the stain and work well with multiple tom cats.How long do self cleaning litter boxes for three separate cats may stay away.When treated with insecticide, the surroundings and reduces the number of years and to protect the 1000 sofa you just need persistence and patience.So, as you chase the wet area immediately with towels.You should probably indicate to you at the same as doing it yourself, have your pet in your home and your cat suffer through an inhaler.
And, if it is important whether you scoop or full change your routine and they will demonstrate this behavior.Like dogs, most cats are trained to love them, however we aren't so keen on the market, from simple cat scratching you may want to maintain a life cycle on other aspects like toilet training a cat, and decide to get used to spray urine, both inside and out, to mark over each other in the mother-kitten relationship.So, now you need to empty it a special place to sit in a consistent problem, so that they man carry rabies.The same rule applies in ensuring optimum cat health.Keep in mind, if you walk around barefoot - ouch!
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