For a long time, the idea of having a cat had always lingered in my mind, but the thought of adopting a Siamese cat never really crossed my path. However, fate had other plans. One fateful day at the pet store, I found myself unexpectedly bringing home this little bundle of “adorable trouble” – a Siamese kitten.
It was May 1st when I welcomed this lively creature into my home, and thus, I named her Wu Yi. From the very first day, it was clear that Wu Yi was no ordinary kitten. She was incredibly talkative, with a voice that could fill the room. Her energy was boundless, and she seemed to be in a constant state of motion, exploring every nook and cranny of her new home.
However, along with her vibrant personality came a rather challenging trait – she had a penchant for biting. While playing with people, she wouldn’t use her claws, but her teeth were a different story. Often during playtime, she would get overly excited and end up biting. There were times when her bites would break the skin, causing quite a bit of pain. “Ouch!” I would exclaim, more often than not, as her sharp teeth sank into my skin. It was a behavior that I struggled to understand and correct.
Despite this drawback, Wu Yi had her fair share of endearing qualities. She was extremely active and fearless, showing no signs of shyness around strangers. Whether it was a friend or a complete stranger, as long as they were up for a game, Wu Yi would be all over them, full of enthusiasm. Recently, she even learned to fetch, a clever trick that showcased her intelligence and eagerness to interact.
On the other hand, Wu Yi had a strong aversion to being touched. The moment a hand reached out to stroke her, she would open her mouth and threaten to bite. It was as if she had set up an invisible boundary that no one was allowed to cross. This made it difficult to show her the affection that I so desperately wanted to give.
One memorable encounter was when Wu Yi met a cat from a classmate’s home. Instead of engaging in a proper fight, she would approach the other cat in a rather “naughty” way, teasing and pestering it, but as soon as the other cat showed any sign of aggression, Wu Yi would back down. She was the perfect example of being “cowardly yet mischievous,” running around the other cat, making a ruckus, but never daring to actually engage in a real battle.
As frustrating as some of Wu Yi’s behaviors could be, I couldn’t help but fall in love with her. She brought a new level of energy and excitement to my life. When I looked at her, I saw a little ball of chaos and charm, a unique combination that was both exasperating and endearing. I knew that raising her would be a journey filled with challenges, but I was determined to understand her better and help her grow into a well – behaved cat.
In the end, I decided to focus on the positive aspects of Wu Yi. I started to train her gently, using rewards to encourage good behavior. Slowly but surely, I hoped to break her habit of biting and teach her to tolerate being touched. I also cherished the moments of play and the joy she brought when she would happily fetch a toy. Looking at the pictures of her, with her bright eyes and energetic stance, I realized that she was truly a special addition to my life, quirks and all.
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