Thread: Poor Monty... peeing probs / cystitis

Originally Posted by Howlinbob

Non cat or dog owners would laugh at our obsession with the 'rear end', but it's a clear indicator of health issues, as we all know, so actually it's quite sensible, and not weird at all, really. (ever had that argument with anyone??)

Well, not really any arguments... but perhaps that’s because I usually keep my trap tightly shut about ‘rear end’ business when in the company of non pet owners.
But a few weeks ago we had a friend over for drinks. He doesn’t particularly like cats – he is always very honest about that, but also polite enough to comment on how laid-back and friendly our Coonies are. However, he is mad about these little lapdogs – Maltese, I think – and seriously considering getting one. So I used some shock tactics on him. I told him about how Monty used to have diarrhoea when he was younger and I had to clean his bum and breeches daily with a cloth soaked in water and baby soap. He went somewhat green around the nose and I could see him thinking: “Eeewwww!”
Of course, I told him that once you have animals of your own, nothing grosses you out. Not sure if it reassured him though.