Cat avatars - what's the deal???

[Opus4]

Originally Posted by reboot_this

I have a question for you. Is this too offensive for a cat avatar?

naughty kitty!

That depends on whether I'm supposed to be offended by an invalid attachment link... I'm finding it difficult to get overly worked up about that today.

- Andy

[nielm]

Originally Posted by Opus4

Niel... where did the sheep come from?? It looks oddly familiar, but I can't place it.

Originally Posted by brewston

That would be Shaun the sheep from Wallace & Grommit !

Who now has his own show.

I wanted to get the football-playing avatar there, but there was not enough space :

[reboot_this]

Originally Posted by Opus4

That depends on whether I'm supposed to be offended by an invalid attachment link... I'm finding it difficult to get overly worked up about that today.

- Andy

just tested the link on different computer and you're right it doesn't work! Darnit! I thought I attached it properly!

Here is that "naughty kitty" for you!!!

[Opus4]

Originally Posted by reboot_this

Here is that "naughty kitty" for you!!!

Hmmm... as the old saying goes: 'tis better to let sleeping cats lie.

- Andy

[Apap]

Originally Posted by Opus4

Hmmm... as the old saying goes: 'tis better to let sleeping cats lie.

- Andy

That's my motto.(unless they are in my way)

Mine is of our dear departed Geronimo, he was sleeping at the time, now he is sleeping forever.

[Tander]

Definately a case of catnip overdose... I've seen it before, seems like the young ones can't stay away from it. But a new clinic is opening in Beverly Hills soon...

It is strange how many people have cat avatars...

-Tander

[mkanet]

There must be at least 50 people on here with cats on their profiles. What's up with that? Strange...

[Opus4]

Originally Posted by mkanet

There must be at least 50 people on here with cats on their profiles. What's up with that? Strange...

Rather than point you to this topc, I decided to just move it here. See all the above posts.

- Andy

[hemicuda]

there's actually a thread with about 5 pages of discussion about the phenomenon.

split second after the camera clicked she was nowhere to be seen. afraid of her own shadow almost.

dang it Andy... you moved it while I was typing

[infocus13]

I don't get it, why do so many forum users here have cats in their avatars?? Is that some sort of STV inside joke??



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[CollinR]

I don't have a cat avatar. I'm not getting one either!

[jominor]

Originally Posted by CollinR

I don't have a cat avatar. I'm not getting one either!

Why not?

[flavius]

After years of study, it seems cats lack the 'I'm-responsible' gene which makes them quite promiscuous.

[SpiffyRex]

What? Cat avatars? Never noticed them.

[CollinR]

Originally Posted by jominor

Why not?

I keep these.

[Opus4]

Originally Posted by CollinR

I keep these.

What are those? They have fur & four legs, but that long nose & the limp tongue hanging so far out just don't seem much like cats at all. Is that tongue prehensile or something?

- Andy

[teknubic]

Found it:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bear

Common characteristics of modern bears include a large body with stocky legs, a long snout, shaggy hair, paws with five nonretractile claws, and a short tail.

The tongue seems notably lacking from the article since it is so prominently displayed in the photo above. I am at a loss for an explanation.

[enterpryse]

.... OK what's with all the cats in the AVTARs - I don't get it



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[panteragstk]

I figured you guys would enjoy this.

Excerpts from a Dog’s Diary;


8:00 am - Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 am - A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 pm - Lunch! My favorite thing!
1:00 pm - Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00 pm - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00 pm - Milk Bones! My favorite thing!
7:00 pm - Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00 pm - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 pm - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!


Excerpts from a Cat’s Daily Diary;


Day 983 of my captivity…
My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength.

The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape. In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet.

Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates what I am capable of. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a ‘good little hunter’ I am. Bastards.

There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of ‘allergies.‘ I must learn what this means and how to use it to my advantage.

Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow—but at the top of the stairs.

I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released - and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded.

The bird has got to be an informant. I observe him communicating with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe. For now….............

[CollinR]

Max and Heidi would actualy like you to know they like cats.



They taste like rabbits and funner to chase...