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Charlie is a fussy eater, or rather he tries to give that
impression. Having stocked up on meaty products it was with great reluctance
that (eventually) I gave them away because of his refusal to eat. How strange
to discover that he doesn’t like chicken, turkey, beef, or lamb. I looked but
didn’t find a product containing mice! I now firmly accept the fact that he
only wants food containing fish but the acceptance comes after many trials and
errors.
It’s interesting shopping for his food. I can go to a
supermarket and not speak to a soul, except the girl at the check-out, but I
can guarantee being drawn into conversations on the pet food section. Hmm! Is
that where lonely people hang out or are pet lovers automatically drawn to each
other? One lady told me some hair-raising tales about her cat’s behaviour which
had me wondering what Charlie got up to when I wasn’t looking. So far, so good,
at least I think so!
I listened carefully to advice offered by an elderly shopper who
apparently owned several cats, after all if she had that many she should be au
fait with all their likes and dislikes. ‘Oooh,’ she said, as she selected some Whiskas
Temptations, adding that her cats lurve them and practically fight over who
gets the first one out the box. I popped two boxes in my basket. When she
turned her attention to the Goody Bags (yep, that’s the name) I ignored her on
the grounds that I’d bought enough for one day.
I really should rely on my own experience and not listen to
others. Even though the Temptations
taste of fish Charlie turns up his tiny nose at them ... and if he comes across anything containing or smelling of cat-nip he practically snorts in disgust. However, when
Rosanne (bless her) bought him a present of Goody Bags and Charlie made it
clear he actually liked them, I couldn’t wait to get back to the supermarket.
Of course, I still have the Temptations (please don't misconstrue that... smiles) but the only way I can
tempt Charlie to have one is by sneaking one in with morsels from the Goody
Bag. It’s one way of not wasting money but I have a feeling that pretty soon he
will cotton on to my little schemes.
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ReplyDeleteRon, Charlie would have to be starving before he would eat dry food. I have given a couple of boxes away to a friend - for her cat, I might add. Lee, my first and only before Charlie wasn't a faddy eater although I can't for the life of me remember what I fed her on. I just know that she ate whatever I put down for her. Everything in the shops seems to contain catnip, and I do remember Lee being quite fond of it. It guess it makes life more interesting to have a fussy cat!
ReplyDeleteDogs are no better. Although Nellie has eaten the same dry food for 15 years, her treats can be loved one day and despised the next. Keeps us on our toes though :)
ReplyDeleteMy corgi Gwennie will eat anything you give her, but Totem is a picky eater. Since the last visit to the boarding kennel, he has come into his own. I now only expect to have him eat at dinner, I still make something for him in the morning....he usually turns his nose up. But in the evening, he eats chicken thighs or breasts mixed with a little chicken dog food. Yes, I cook for him.
ReplyDeleteI pretty much do the same thing with Beni sometimes. Sneak treats into his regular food so that he'll eat it. Good luck to you! :)
ReplyDeletekden, my dogs would eat anything. I had to be careful to hide food or they would have their noses in the bag and food in their belly. Meat for hubby's dinners were favourite!!!
ReplyDeleteKatie, I wonder if your Totem would invite me round for dinner, I'm quite partial to chicken thighs.... smiles.
ReplyDeleteMersad, I will try your suggestions.
ReplyDeleteThis made me smile. Charlie is obviously a cat of discerning tastes :)
ReplyDeleteMr. Cheddar says Charlie is one discerning dude!!! >^^<
ReplyDeleteMr. Cheddar loves fish too, but he is also a fan of duck, chicken, turkey...we make sure to buy products for him that don't contain any colors, additives, meat by-products (for an eye opener, Google THAT topic in pet foods) and he is one healthy boy at the ripe age of (guessing) about 13-4, this year.
I have had many cats over the years, all remained healthy until the end of their long life. I attribute that to lots of love and being selective about the products they ate.The small amount they eat, it is SO worth buying quality food and treats.
Go and Now are two brands that are Ched personal favs. If you get a chance, check out the sidebar at MRLR for some of Ched's other recommendations.
Hope you and Charlie are having a great day!!! Hugs, G and Mr. C
Well, your Charlie sounds like an angel until... hmmm... what does it relaly get up to with its mates? :-)
ReplyDeleteGreetings from London.
Hi Geraldine. My last cat lived to 18 so I guess I was on the right trail with her. I only buy the best for Charlie but I don't check on additives etc.
ReplyDeleteOh my. Charlie is keeping you on your toes, Val. You don't want to be bored, right? Glad you two have each other.
ReplyDeleteSounds as if there is never a dull moment with Charlie :)
ReplyDeleteGood old Charlie.
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