In the first place, people enjoy the companionship
of cats. Many cats are affectionate. They will
snuggle up and ask to be petted, or scratched under
the chin. Who can resist a purring cat? If they're not
feeling affectionate, cats are generally quite playful.
They love to chase balls and feathers, or just about
anything dangling from a string. They especially
enjoy playing when their owners are participating in
the game. Contrary to popular opinion, cats can be
trained. Using rewards and punishments, just like
with a dog, a cat can be trained to avoid unwanted
behavior or perform tricks. Cats will even fetch!