Every cat thinks it is the master of the universe, and that is precisely what makes them so endearing to many people. They skilfully wrap us around their little paws as they brush against our legs, telling us to please hurry up and fill their food bowls. They sprawl across our computer keyboards, purring loudly while we try to finish that important letter to the IRS. Who else would we forgive for artfully shredding our designer sofa, refusing to sleep anywhere but the head of the bed, and decimating the backyard bird population? A proper cat has its (human) can opener firmly under control, generally ignoring that human's wants and needs, but suddenly shows how cuddly and loving it can be when Mum or Dad is home sick or needs comfort after a bad day. The bond between a cat lover and his or her four-legged individualist is unbreakable, lasting a lifetime. AUTHOR: After receiving an MA in Philosophy, Anna Cavelius worked in Munich, Sienna, and Salamanca for an American magazine publisher. She has been a freelance editor, ghost-writer, and author writing on health and lifestyle topics since 1995. 150 colour photos
