I have a bizarre question for you. It's one of those random thoughts that sometimes pops into my head, and usually, I keep them to myself. This time I've decided to share.
Do you think our pets understand our intentions?
For example, when I step on my cat's tail accidentally and then hug her and say I'm sorry, does she understand that my hurting her was an accident? Or does she think I'm a "Sour Patch Kid" -- first I'm sour, then I'm sweet?
I think she knows I love her, and she loves me back. Otherwise, we wouldn't watch so many reality TV shows together with her cuddled in my lap. (Though not technically a reality TV show, she particularly likes Brain Games.)
But does she understand the concept of doing something intentionally vs. accidentally? (Additionally, does she understand that if she continues to lie in front of the fridge when people are making supper that she will continue to get stepped on?)
I guess I'll never know the answer to this question or so many other that my pets have inspired throughout the years. So instead of pondering this, I'll snuggle up to my chubby little kitty and turn on a good show. My question now is do we want to watch dancing, singing, special effects make-up or romance?
Do you think our pets understand our intentions?
For example, when I step on my cat's tail accidentally and then hug her and say I'm sorry, does she understand that my hurting her was an accident? Or does she think I'm a "Sour Patch Kid" -- first I'm sour, then I'm sweet?
I think she knows I love her, and she loves me back. Otherwise, we wouldn't watch so many reality TV shows together with her cuddled in my lap. (Though not technically a reality TV show, she particularly likes Brain Games.)
But does she understand the concept of doing something intentionally vs. accidentally? (Additionally, does she understand that if she continues to lie in front of the fridge when people are making supper that she will continue to get stepped on?)
I guess I'll never know the answer to this question or so many other that my pets have inspired throughout the years. So instead of pondering this, I'll snuggle up to my chubby little kitty and turn on a good show. My question now is do we want to watch dancing, singing, special effects make-up or romance?