Oh yeah, the authority in our house is very clear. The cats, then us two humans and then finally poor Doggy Shadow holding up the lowly end of our household feudal system. The cats have made it abundantly clear that they rule the house and the rest of us better dam well get used to it. While poor Doggy Shadow obediently and affectionately holds up the lower end of the hierarchy bless his hairy cotton socks.

It’s quite funny to see how the cats have also learnt how to boss poor Doggy Shadow around (as well as us humans). If our favourite blue Burmese, Saphie, decides Doggy Shadow has to stay in one spot, he lets Doggy Shadow know “don’t move a muscle you stupid canine schmuck!” (Saphie definitely thinks he’s superior to any stupid dog) and Doggy Shadow just sits there, even when teased or tempted with yummy Schmako treats. Oh the humility!

Oh and of course the humans are equally subordinate to the feline masters. When it is dinner time, you better dam well feed the feline household heads of state or suffer the relentless consequences of mournful meows and maybe even extra stinky poops in the litter trays.

Oh yeah, we know our place in our own home...

Smiles and blessings, Amethyst