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GeneMan88
29th of April 2005 (Fri), 00:21
Since there are quite a few photos being posted of cats, I figure I should join in the fun and post one...
rssfhs
29th of April 2005 (Fri), 04:40
Lucky you having such a wife and cat!
sixshot
29th of April 2005 (Fri), 05:45
All these cats, I'll say again in these forums, I want a cat too. I'm just scared someone might eat it!

And nice shot.
Andy_T
29th of April 2005 (Fri), 05:57
Sixshot,

The Chinese people I know (Beijing, Shanghai, Taipei) wouldn't think about eating a cat - it's actually a major taboo.
As cats have nine lives, they would come back in their next life and get even with you.

So to them it's a big no-no to kill a cat - if you accidentally kill one with the car, you immediately go to the temple and pray for it.

Maybe you ask your neighbours if it safe at your place as well :wink:

Geneman, the photo is nice:D
Just don't use flash ... your wife won't be too happy if Kitty is frightened and claws into her bare shoulder (ouch).

Best regards,
Andy
sixshot
29th of April 2005 (Fri), 22:24
I know in most Chinese cities cats are safe, but down in Guangzhou anything goes. It is known for its range of cuisine and being more adventurous than most when it comes to dinner. But then up north you can find monkey brains on the menu. I have my fish, safe in their tank and that will do me for now.
GeneMan88
29th of April 2005 (Fri), 23:19
My wife immigrated from China when she was quite young, but went back to study there for 6 months in college. She says that she thinks that restaurants serving cat is probably an "urban myth".
sixshot
30th of April 2005 (Sat), 00:36
Well some side street restaurants, or food stalls definately have it, along with anything else imaginable. I am not saying it is common, but it is here in places. Chickens feet are very popular!
GeneMan88
30th of April 2005 (Sat), 01:16
Hmmmm.... love that chicken feet! That's one of U.S.A.'s biggest exports to China... no one wants them here, and they can't get enough of them there. Yeah, just be careful when eating at those small stands & side street restaurants, they aren't always the cleanest when it comes to handwashing, dishwashing... but they make the best cat too :p
sixshot
30th of April 2005 (Sat), 01:20
Indeed. Sorry Geneman88 for straying of the topic!!
GeneMan88
30th of April 2005 (Sat), 01:31
What topic??? How did you find your way from the UK to China? BTW... here's another photo of our cat... enjoy!!
sixshot
30th of April 2005 (Sat), 01:37
From talking about your photo to the eating habits in China!!

Went travelling, liked China and stayed kinda by accident. Not planning on moving anytime soon either. I teach, write and have a ton of time to take photos. Not bad really.
GeneMan88
30th of April 2005 (Sat), 01:40
Interesting... I'm A.B.C., my first visit to Hong Kong/China was in 1998, an eye opening experience. My wife still has relatives there, and we plan on visiting again, maybe just after the Olympics.
MrChevy
30th of April 2005 (Sat), 09:33
A Tuxedo! We have one and Ani wants two more. Looks like your cat knows who is Boss! Thanks for posting them Gene.
GeneMan88
30th of April 2005 (Sat), 15:35
Yeah... he's got his staff & we're pretty efficient at meeting his needs. He's been my best subject, I've taken so many photos of him... he's actually used to the attention. I can tell when he's not in the mood for a photography shoot... he gets this look in is eyes, that's when I know... no good photos of him today.