Just like humans, cats are part of the family and have the following rights:

1. The right to be full members of your family. They thrive on social interaction, praise, and love.

2. The right to stimulation. They need new games, new toys, new experiences, and new smells to be happy.

3. The right to regular exercise. Without it, they could become hyper, sluggish... or fat.

4. The right to have fun. They enjoy acting like clowns now and then; but don't expect them to be predictable all the time.

5. The right to quality health care. Please stay good friends with the vet!

6. The right to a good diet. Like some people, they don't know what's best for them. They depend on you.

7. The right not to be rejected because of expectations that they must be great show cats, or watch cats, etc.

8. The right to receive proper training. Otherwise, their good relationship could be marred by confusion and strife and they could become dangerous to themselves and others.

9. The right to guidance and correction based on understanding and compassion, rather than abuse.

10. The right to live with dignity... and to die with dignity when the time comes.

Copyright © Bob L.