Author’s Note
I am not an expert in cat behavior or care that requires specialized practical knowledge. However, I belong to the group of individuals who enjoy sharing their experiences and observations, especially those that foster positivity and optimistic perspectives.
Synopsis:
This story is based on real-life observations and experiences. It highlights some unique characteristics of a Persian male cat. In storytelling terms, this Persian male cat is the protagonist of the story. I’ve nicknamed him ‘Good Boy Cat’ (GB for short) because of his behavioral traits.
Story Proceedings
Cats are probably one of the more disciplined species compared to other domestic animals, particularly when it comes to certain behavioral traits or instincts they are born with.
GB (Good Boy) is a male Persian cat who visited the terrace of my house at least twice a week for about two years. He is an untrained domestic cat raised in my neighbor’s house, yet he is quite independent and spends most of his time outside.
One day, I was surprised to see GB sitting peacefully behind another domestic cat who was eating from a food dish. Once the other cat finished eating and walked away, GB slowly approached the dish and finished the leftover food. I whispered to myself, “Wow! Never seen anything like this before.” This wasn’t a one-time occurrence; I observed GB displaying this same considerate behavior with other cats, both male and female, on multiple occasions.
This behavior suggests a few things to me:
- GB never wants to disturb other cats while they are eating, even if he is hungry.
- He never uses his strength to take food from weaker or hungry cats, even when he is hungry too.
- GB’s behavior reflects a sense of kindness, discipline, and a personal set of rules.
I also witnessed GB protecting a weaker cat from being attacked by a naughty and rough tomcat on the car porch. On several occasions, I saw him fighting off other tomcats who tried to snatch food while other cats were eating.
I don’t know GB’s exact age, but I think he is getting old—old enough to be weak and thin. Within a few weeks, I noticed him losing his fur and becoming skinny. Despite these physical changes, he hasn’t lost his strength; he remains as energetic as he was two years ago. I do know that GB has lived in my neighbor’s house for more than ten years.
GB usually visited my house’s terrace in the evenings, often sitting in a corner or on top of the walls. While I’ve seen Persian cats before, observing GB closely has given me a deeper understanding of the breed. Another interesting thing I observed about GB is his defined spaces or areas where he moves around. Besides his home at my neighbor’s, he also visits other houses nearby, probably due to his varied interests or sources of satisfaction in those places.
I have many more observations about GB, but for now, I will conclude this part of the story with some new insights. As mentioned earlier, GB is an untrained, self-groomed, independent pet. Despite this, he often behaved like a well-disciplined and well-groomed domestic cat, similar to those that are trained. From GB, I’ve learned that cats may naturally possess a sense of self-development, discipline, and an ability to express positivity.