Today, I was enjoying a nice bath, when one of my cats jumped up on the rim and started purring. I thought it was sweet, until my other cat ran in and body-slammed the first into the tub with me. Being a conscientious cat owner, I hadn't de-clawed them. FML
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A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, my cat learned the hard way what the bathtub is for. While I was in it. FML
Today, I was taking a bath after a long day at work. I closed my eyes and listened to music. My cat thought this was the perfect time to come out of his hiding spot and jump in the bath. Once he realized it was filled with water, he freaked out and dug his claws into my face. FML
Today, I was taking a relaxing bath. My cat decided to sit on the ledge, which is normal for her, but today she fell in. I never knew how painful it was to be scratched down there until today. FML
Today, while my 18 pound cat was on the edge of the tub watching me shower, he fell in. Apparently, in his mind, the best way to get away from the water is to climb my bare legs. FML
Today, my cat fell into the bathtub while walking along the rim. This wouldn't have been so bad if I wasn't in it at the time, and if my skin was immune to being sliced open by a frantic kitty. FML
Today, I decided to treat myself to a relaxing bubble bath. Mid-soak, I heard a loud crash and realized my cat had knocked over a shelf, sending shampoo bottles and bath salts tumbling into the water. Now I'm stuck cleaning up a soapy mess instead of enjoying my spa time. FML
Today, my cat was in the bathroom with me because he loves toilets. Everyone was sleeping so I went pee but didnt flush. My cat jumped onto the seat and fell in. I had to lift him out and then wash him. He hates water though, so I was scratched by my cat who was dripping with my own pee. FML
Today my cat watched me clean and refill his water bowls, then shoved his fresh-out-of-the-litter-box paw in my glass of water. FML
Today, I woke up to go pee and my cat followed me into the bathroom as usual. Then, in a not so usual fashion, she tried to jump from the sink to the top of the toilet, missed, and fell into the bowl while I was peeing. I'm scratched in a bad place, I have urine to clean up off the bathroom floor, and a traumatized cat. FML
Today, I was messing with my cat by moving my hand around under the sheets to make it look like a mouse, making him pounce at it. Without thinking, I brought my hand up to scratch my nose and was immediately attacked by flailing claws. FML
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verkaderk 9
Ow, I've had that before. Good on ya for not de-clawing though
Give_Linux_A_Go 28
by "Neutered (man)" Am I the only one who sees the beauty in that?
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RatatatPat 2
My dad chose not to declaw his cats.. It was pretty tough on him when one of the cats fell off his 6th storey balcony after jumping onto the ledge expecting to use its claws to steady itself. They say cats always land on their feet, but they don't mention the potential for breaking their hips :S
justen27 7
Oouch!!!!!!! I feel sorry for you :(
momogal 22
For all the people booing and hissing about declawing cats- There are many reasons to get a cat declawed. They could be destructive (as is destroying people as well as furniture.) It is ultimately better to declaw the cat than to give it up, as this kind of behavior would make adoption difficult. Another reason is that you may have medical conditions that could turn a simple scratch into a big deal. Should people with conditions like that not be allowed to have cats? Isn't it better to give a cat a loving home than to let it rot in a shelter or be thrown on the streets?
Twisted_Angel 17
#151, do you know how they declaw cats? they cut off the first nuckle. let's cut yours off and see how you like it. if you're worried about them being destructive, then don't get a cat. Its not humane, and illegal in many states.
Levvy 22
Here's a revolutionary idea: If you don't have the skill with animals to deal with destructive behavior, and/or you have a medical condition that makes trivial scratches dangerous, then maybe someone else who can handle a cat WITHOUT needing to mangle it should adopt it. Adopting a pet isn't a "right". You aren't entitled to do it no matter what expense comes to the animal. If your situation means you can't be a good pet owner, you shouldn't be one. It's no different than if you couldn't afford to feed them.
momogal 22
Yes I DO know how they declaw cats. I have 2 declawed cats. Since I have diabetes, cuts don't heal well. I wasn't going to throw my cats on the street to die. The volunteer shelter was always overcrowded and would not take anymore cats. And we didn't have a single Human Society shelter within 100 miles. My cats are happy, healthy, and spoiled beyond belief. I put their needs before mine, and I love them just as much as if they were my children. I have gone without so I could care for them and make sure they are well loved. So before you judge someone, you should look at things from their point of view.
winkydog4056 16
How often does this actually happen to consider depriving cars of their claws!?
desertlovebird 11
Ok # 1 this is not a usual thing that goes on with cats as I know as I have 5 cats that reside with me and no I am not the crazy cat lady. # 2 I have had only 1 cat in 20 years that loved water enough to even jump on the bathtub with another animal in the room. # 3 cats who are declawed can't defend themselves if they get outside. And OP I feel sorry for you as your in some major pain right now.
vladimirnabokov 15
every cat Ive come into contact with was abused, and became mean later in life, and as a dumb kid, i would **** around and try to play with them and they would scratch or bite me. now, Im wary of cats and i kind of hate them. so glad I have a dog. however, i feel bad for you OP. cat scratches ******* hurt. i also feel bad for the cat that was tackled into the tub.
HotsyTotsy 8
If you're not willing to have your furniture wrecked, don't get a ******* cat! It's not fair to hurt it because you don't like it instinctively scratching. Comes with the territory. And people who de-claw outdoor cats infuriate me.
LaLince 40
#161: The cats defender gets infuriate.. Poor little boy.
helloimellery 5
I would like to point out that OP is a man, enjoying a bath, with multiple cats... I feel slightly conflicted..
TabooSushi 24
So a man can't take baths and own cats now? o.O
Levvy 22
Apparently, TabooSushi. Personally, I find it way manlier for guys to do what they feel like without giving a damn what societal yardstick they're being measured by.
lurkskywalker 3
That's just bad luck, nothing to do with animal mutilations. I'm appalled to see how many people are so easy going with declawing their cat. I think you're looking for a toy: don't get a pet.
LaLince 40
So your cat nailed you...