What makes Poppy so mean?

Poppy was a stray found on the side of the road seven years ago - on Father's Day, hence the name. When she was brought home she was initially blind in one eye (infection) and deaf (mites). Fortunately she healed and is now a perfectly healthy mean kitty.

She enjoys hopping onto the top of the couch, rubbing her head against yours, and sometimes trying to eat your hair. She loves hiding behind objects such as tables, chairs, and couches so when you walk by she will jump out at you, scaring you to death. Poppy also likes to wait at the bottom of the stairs, where she lets you walk up first, then as you are halfway up the stairway she runs after you, attacking your ankles. One of these days she's going to cause a serious accident.

While Poppy is getting pampered, she will sometimes let her claws out and rake your skin. Another game Poppy likes to play while she's getting pampered goes like this: pet me until I get tired of you then I grab onto your arm with my teeth and claws and won't let go until you pry me off. Sometimes Poppy will get extremely hyper and run around clawing at furniture, jumping on top of it, and running from object to object. Other times at night she will either pounce and tackle the moving objects at the end of the bed or walk over and claw a beloved stuffed animal. Poppy also knows who is allergic to her and whenever that kind of person arrives to the house she follows them around and cuddles up with them.

Photo submitted by: J and B
Date last updated: 02/12/06