People often assume that a cat’s personality is largely determined by its breed, but my experience with my two Siamese cats has proven otherwise. I have a male cat and a female cat, and their personalities are as different as night and day.
My male cat, let’s call him “Lazy Boy,” lives up to his nickname in every sense. He is incredibly lazy. Even when he plays, he seems on the verge of dozing off. Anytime you look for him, he’s almost always in a state of slumber. As we know, cats typically spend more than 20 hours a day sleeping, but Lazy Boy takes it to a whole new level. When he’s asleep, he’s like a log. You can try all sorts of things to wake him up, but he remains completely unresponsive. The only things that can rouse him from his deep slumber are the mention of his favorite snacks, like Lay’s potato chips and yogurt.
Contrary to the common perception that cats love basking in the sun, Lazy Boy has a strong aversion to it. He’s also afraid of the wind. His greatest passion lies in hunting for various snacks. He has a particular fondness for pumpkin and zucchini and can devour a large amount of them each time. On the other hand, he absolutely detests all kinds of fruits. Regarding the common belief that Siamese cats are extremely clingy, Lazy Boy is a bit of an exception. Sometimes he’ll come over and be affectionate, while other times he seems quite impatient when you try to get close to him. However, he doesn’t resist either, and he’s even been known to fall asleep during a bath, giving the impression that he’s completely indifferent to the world.
Then there’s my female cat, a feisty little thing I call “Miss Demanding.” She has a completely different set of quirks. If you drag her favorite little mouse toy on the ground behind you, she’ll follow you for as long as you keep moving. Every day, when you try to pick her up, she’ll quickly dodge and run away. The only time you’re allowed to hold and pet her is when she decides she wants your attention. At other times, no matter what treat you offer to entice her, it’s all in vain. The only exceptions are when you mention the “Road” or the “Big Truck” (I’m not sure why these are so appealing to her), and then she’ll obediently lie in your arms.
In the middle of the night, Miss Demanding has a habit of jumping onto the bed and nudging me incessantly. It’s as if she’s saying, “Hey, you! Wake up and hold me. I can’t sleep, and I want to talk to you. Get up now!” Even when I’m dead tired, I have to reach out and stroke her. If I stop, she’ll start stepping on my face, my chest, and basically anywhere she can reach. Once I’ve petted her to her satisfaction, she’ll let me go back to sleep. But then, at 6:30 in the morning, she’s at it again, stepping on my face, feet, and chest, demanding that I get up and feed her.
These two Siamese cats have taught me that each cat has its own unique personality, and the way we raise them and the experiences we have with them are highly individualized. It’s not about the breed; it’s all about the distinct character of each cat. They bring so much joy and surprise into my life, and I cherish every moment spent with them. Despite their sometimes frustrating behaviors, I wouldn’t trade them for anything in the world. Now, let me share two beautiful photos of my lovely feline companions.
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