Beware of Doll

My boyfriend and I have been obsessed with Grumpy cat: the oh-so-cute kitty with a frown, who’s all too famous on the internet. However, we have also been cat sitting, the cutest kitty in the world, who suddenly after being picked up and not liking it, turned really bratty and grumpy! She went from pure tenderness into a real aggression attack. Hissing and swiping, howling madly like a wild lioness — scaring the heck out of us, and leaving us hiding for hours in the living room. But of course, being the internet savvy blogger that I am…I got down to researching, and now she is almost at her zen state. Here’s what we’ve been doing. xo Iddie doll

Here are my brand new rain winter boots by Mel! Fashionable and kitty-proof. lol

1) Number one safety precaution: wear rubber boots and mittens indoors at all times. Under no circumstance should you take them off (on…even during your morning workout). I am serious. Things can get wild!

2) Keep away from the creature and give him or her space — unless you want to have permanent scars. Disinfect the house from any scents that may trigger survival behaviour. Kitties remember smells, so if your pad reminds her of the incident, the claws may come out. Afterwards, ensure that the litter box is super clean (you can use some baking soda as well, apparently it does the trick and is non-toxic), for when kitties are in a sensitive state, everything and anything can set them off. They’re extra sensitive and extra moody. It’s better to suck up, or never hear the end of it.

Keep a distance — galaxies away!

3) The cat believes he or she is in danger (as you can tell by the pointed-up ears), so ensure there is a calming atmosphere…or else. I dripped some lavender aromatherapy (camomile also works, and sometimes catnip but not for all cats) through out the house, and lit some organic candles to diffuse a pleasant smell. We also washed all our clothes, and disguised ourselves with our owner’s perfumes (sorry…I had to bathe in that expensive fragrance, I had no choice!), to throw her out of the loop in a good way. Bribed her with treats and lots of water, for grumpy cats get dehydrated from their anxiety attacks.

4) The final trick is some good old classical music and meditation music (just watch out…she simply hates high-frequencies). We played Vivaldi and she loved it, she also fell asleep to the most beautiful music in the world! Sorry, no Katy Perry or Justin Bieber here. Also remember that after such a state, the cat takes a few days to recover. Stay in separate rooms and slowly ease into contact…or else, you’ll get a hell of a grumpy cat. Oh yes, and if she stares you in the eyes…maintain eye contact at all time. She is testing you.

I hope you enjoyed this — and may you have a healthy and happy kitty!Photos: Cat photos courtesy of Grumpycats