feline purr-sues literacy
DEAR TABBY: I truly delight in it when my assistant reads to me. I discover it extremely soothing, as well as I would like to be able to checked out to her and, in the future, to other cats. My assistant has been kind sufficient to tutor me, however I’m having a difficult time choosing it up. I utilized to believe that I was a quick research study since I’ve discovered exactly how to open the cupboards at the office, as well as I likewise comprehend doors, however this whole reading thing is going over my head.
I was wondering if you occurred to understand of any type of great reading programs for cats (free or paid), or if you have any type of tips. — excited visitor IN REDDING
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נ.ב. My good friend Earl assisted me compose this letter since I couldn’t do it myself.
DEAR excited READER: I admire your stick-to-itiveness. Please understand that you’re not the only feline available who struggles with reading. It’s really a extremely typical problem — so typical that I started an organization to assist called Cats for Literacy. We have after-school programs for young kitties as well as evening programs for adult cats who want to enhance their reading skills. see the site at catsforliteracy.org to discover a program near you.
Once you’re much more comfortable with the fundamentals, method by reading things you enjoy. I extremely suggest feline elegant for its spectacular photography as well as engaging profiles. And, of course, my column here.
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Cat offers with heavy petting
DEAR TABBY: My kitty modeling company is little compared to yours, however even at my level, I’ve discovered that great assist is difficult to find. My one as well as only assistant is excellent in numerous ways. She’s punctual, energetic when it concerns keeping me entertained with feather toys, as well as she’s a amazing cook as well as gravy preparer, however she’s likewise the worst masseuse I have ever known. She has absolutely the worst petting technique.
She taps my head like I’m a canine as well as even — I youngster you not — actually scrubs me the wrong way.
I comprehend that every assistant has their strengths as well as weaknesses, as well as nobody is perfect. I certainly don’t expect perfection, however even if we might just somewhat enhance her petting abilities, it would be a huge improvement.
I hope that my assistant doesn’t checked out this since I don’t want to hurt her feelings. Overall, I believe she’s doing a fantastic job.
Tabby, what do you believe I ought to do? have you ever had an assistant that was excellent in so numerous methods however lacking in one specific area? as well as have you had much success sending workers to get outside training? — as well much TAPPING IN TOPEKA
DEAR as well much TAPPING: Of program I’d never admit this to my assistants since I like to keep them on their toes, however both of them are primo, first-class at petting. I have, however, experienced a similar problem with one of my employee’s household members. My female employee’s mom does the exact same precise thing, as well as it drives me batty.
Here’s what I do: I let her get one or two animals in, however then after the third one I carefully nip her on her hand — not to draw blood, however just as a pointer of who’s boss.
She’ll come at me again, of program — they always do — so I’ll repeat the process up until she gets the method right.
If this doesn’t work, you’ll requirement to escalate the situation, as well as I suggest dropping gentle hints. print out a guide to effectively petting your cat. חפש את זה בגוגל. There are tons of them online. as well as location that on her desk very first thing in the morning with a sticky that says, “FYI.”
No time for tardiness
DEAR TABBY: I work in an office with crazy people, as well as by insane, I imply that nobody right here has any type of idea of time. My assistants are always 5-10 minutes late for whatever — taking me for my walk, feedings, turning on my preferred TV show (I’m addicted to dance Moms). It’s like nobody right here has ever heard of a clock!
I am the only punctual worker in this office, as well as I’m at the end of my rope. exactly how can I get my coworkers to respect my time? — timely IN TAMPA
DEAR timely IN TAMPA: In circumstances like these, I believe you get much more bees with honey. Or, to put it in feline terms, you get much more kitties with catnip. Your method ought to be twofold: begin by buttering up your workers with a good gift — something like a trendy timepiece, together with a wonderful note that says, “I truly delight in working with you. It’s about time I got you a present. נ.ב. Don’t be scared to utilize this watch. :)”
אםFter בשבוע העובדים שלך עדיין מאוחר לכל דבר, לקחת כל אחד הצידה, כמו גם הדגשת כי הזמן שלך הוא בעל ערך. לעשות את זה להסיר כי איחור לא יהיה עוד נסבל.
חתול לא יכול לנהוג
טאבי היקר: בחיים הקודמים שלי, הייתי חתול פעלולים מומחה, אבל למרות שאני בדימוס עכשיו, לא איבדתי את הטעם שלי לאדרנלין. בימים אלה, אני מקבל בעיטות שלי על ידי נהיגה. יש לי מספר רישיונות (שיעורים A, B כמו גם ג), כמו גם יש אפילו מורשה לנהוג מכוניות המירוץ.
הדבר היחיד הוא שאני עובר לציין כי אינו מכיר חתולים כבעל רשיונות חוקיים. למרבה הצער, גם אין לי מדינה בתנועה.
מה אני צריך לעשות, טאבי? אני צריך לתת את ההתלהבות שלי לנהיגה, או שאני צריך להתמודד עם העובדים שלי על המהלך? – מהיר כמו גם זועם ב Fremont
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היקר מהיר כמו גם זועם: “זה דבר אכזרי לצפות חתול לנטוש את התשוקה שלו או שלה. קח את ההזדמנות הזאת לשים את הכף שלך, כמו גם לתת לעובדים שלך להבין כי המעבר הזה לא יקרה. זה עלול להפריע לשלום במשך זמן מה, אבל הם באים בסופו של דבר.
אני תמיד מציע לחלק, כמו גם כובש. קבל את הסוד הקרוב ביותר שלך בצד הראשון שלך, כמו גם אז עובד זה עובד זרעי שאלה בין דרגה כמו גם קובץ.
כמו תמיד, תגיד תודה לך לקרוא טאבי יקר!
