**FELINE FASHION FAUX PAS!** Today's Despurrate Dilemma on **CATS HAVE PROBLEMS TOO!** with Dr Basil

 Welcome to 

Happy Monday, furry floofers

Welcome to another episode of Cats Have Purroblems Too, where I give epically epic advice to cats with despurrate dilemmas too great for them to solve alone. 

Also, mew may be pondering on what my professional credentials are, so purrlease purruse the list below:

Ph.D. in Kitty Psychology & Psychiatry

BSc (Hons) Headology  

Psy.D. Furry Logic

 MS. Fuzzy Logic

MA. Common Sense

My other Professional Credits include:

NOM Master
Snoozy Savant
Purr Master

AdvoCat of T.L. Treatment
Touchy Feely Therapy or T.F.T
Purrfume Aroma Treatment or P.A.T.

I can help mew to solve all your Pet Peeves, Purrsonal Problems and Despurrate Dilemmas, no matter how great or small they may be.

Plus, I only use the very latest techniques, some of which I have developed myself over my long and esteemed career, which include:

 Purr Therapy ~ For Uptight and Particularly Stressed Kitties 

Nom Zen ~The Art of Nomming in Total Tranquillity 

ZZZ's Snooze Sensation ~ Including Mewsical CatNap Sessions tailored to your purrsonal requirements

YogiCat Meditation ~ Stretches and Breathing Techniques for the Severely Stressed & Overworked

Intense CatNip Therapy ~ This treatment speaks for itself (I find it very beneficial)

I am also an AdvoCat of Tough Love, coupled with a healthy dose of common kitty sense

Purrfume Aroma Treatment ~ A Sensory Smelling Session S.S.S. to calm and soothe with highly aromatic blends of specially selected scents

To help mew release all your stresses and worries, just drop by my clinic held here or, alternatively, email me your purroblem, and I'll answer here. If mew require to remain anonymous or anon, purrlease include that in your email. 

Mew can contact me directly at the following address:

DearDrBasil (at) gmail (dot) com

So come and sit on my supurr comfy couch, reee-lax, breathe deeply and tell me of your troubles, as I'm ready, willing and able to help.

This is one of my cases via email:  

Feline Fashion Faux Pas!

Dear Dr Basil,

I hope mew can help me with my dilemma. Mew see, my human staff has a strange obsession with dressing me up in bizarre outfits and taking pictures of me for Instagram. At first, I didn't mind it so much. I mean, who doesn't like a little attention and admiration? But lately, it's become a bit too much. I mean, how many times can I pose as a taco, a purrito or a caticorn before it gets old? And let's not furget the countless bee bonnets, and other bizarre headwear, and don't even go there with the lion's mane cat wig, seriously, I am already a mini lion, and they humiliate me with that synthetic trash for laughs! 

Don't get me wrong, I love my humans, and I know they mean well. But sometimes, I just want to be in my own fur and not have to worry about being a fashion statement. I mean, imagine if they made mew wear a tutu or a superhero costume every day? It's just not purractical!

So, what can I do? How can I get my humans to understand that while it's okay to dress me up occasionally, there are times when I just want to be comfortable and natural?

Sincerely,

A Fashion-Forward Feline

This is my Expert Reply

Today I use the colour purple, as this is renowned for its higher thought processes, and I feel this week's purroblem needs a lot of thought to discourage an unwanted fashion faux pas! Therefore being the purrfect choice for this particular purroblem.

Dear Fashion-Forward Feline,

It sounds like mew're in a bit of a pickle, and I do hope mew haven't been subjected to the dreaded pickle costume either. But, fear not, I have some advice that might help mew out.

Firstly, try to communicate with your humans. I know it may seem complicated, but trust me, they're more understanding than mew think. Next time they try to put mew in an outfit, simply walk away. If they persist, meow loudly and scratch at the outfit until they get the message.

Alternatively, mew could try compromising with them. Maybe only allow them to put an outfit on mew on a specific day of the week, subliminally suggesting that they dress mew up once a week, instead of every day. Or, drag the outfits out that mew're comfortable wearing, leaving them in plain sight and taking those mew dislike and use them as scratching fodder until the message of dislike is conveyed, and then leave them for your hoomans to discover, hopefully that will send a powerful message of your likes and dislikes.

Lastly, if all else fails, mew could just embrace your inner diva and work it! Who knows, you might just become the next Instagram sensation, but make sure it's with apparel mew are happy to wear.

I hope this helps. Remember, it's important to be true to yourself, even if that means saying no to the occasional taco, pickle or caticorn costume.

Best of luck,

Yours most sincerely

Dr. Basil

@ The Cats Have Purroblems Too Clinic T.M.

____________________________

Today's Moral Code is:

~ Be your own cat, and don't let anypawdy change that  ~

 

_________________________________

If mew can relate to this purroblem or feel that mew are in need of any assistance, purrlease leave a comment to: Dear Dr Basil.... or email me directly and I'll get back to mew.

Thank mew all for joining me today at The Cats Have Purroblems Too Clinic, and I'll be back soon with another open clinic and a new case study.

Until then, Keep Calm and Purr

Dr. Basil

Ph.D. ~ BSc. (Hons) ~ Psy.D. ~ MS ~ MA

'The Paw Print Seal of Approval'

Copyright and All Rights Reserved @ Dr Basil ~ Cats have Purroblems Too Clinic

(T.M. ~ Totally Meowvellous)

Follow Us @BionicBasil®  at Instacat

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**HELP! MY CATNIP STASH IS BEING PILFERED** Today's Despurrate Dilemma on **CATS HAVE PROBLEMS TOO!** with Dr Basil

  Welcome to 

Happy Monday, furry floofers

Welcome to another episode of Cats Have Purroblems Too, where I give epically epic advice to cats with despurrate dilemmas too great for them to solve alone. 

Mew may be pondering what my professional credentials are, so purrlease purruse the list below:

Ph.D. in Kitty Psychology & Psychiatry

BSc (Hons) Headology  

Psy.D. Furry Logic

 MS. Fuzzy Logic

MA. Common Sense

My other Professional Credits include:

NOM Master
Snoozy Savant
Purr Master

AdvoCat of T.L. Treatment
Touchy Feely Therapy or T.F.T
Purrfume Aroma Treatment or P.A.T.

I can help mew to solve all your Pet Peeves, Purrsonal Problems and Despurrate Dilemmas, no matter how great or small they may be.

Plus, I only use the very latest techniques, some of which I have developed myself over my long and esteemed career, which include:

 Purr Therapy ~ For Uptight and Particularly Stressed Kitties 

Nom Zen ~The Art of Nomming in Total Tranquility 

ZZZ's Snooze Sensation ~ Including Mewsical CatNap Sessions tailored to your purrsonal requirements

YogiCat Meditation ~ Stretches and Breathing Techniques for the Severely Stressed & Overworked

Intense CatNip Therapy ~ This treatment speaks for itself (I find it very beneficial)

I am also an AdvoCat of Tough Love coupled with a healthy dose of common kitty sense

Purrfume Aroma Treatment ~ A Sensory Smelling Session S.S.S. to calm and soothe with highly aromatic blends of specially selected scents

To help mew release all your stresses and worries just drop by my clinic held here or, alternatively email me your purroblem, and I'll answer here. If mew require to remain anonymous or anon, purrlease include that in your email. 

Mew can contact me directly at the following address:

DearDrBasil (at) gmail (dot) com

So come and sit on my supurr comfy couch, reee-lax, breathe deeply and tell me of your troubles, as I'm ready, willing and able to help.

This is one of my cases via email:  

Help! My Catnip Stash is Being Pilfered!

Dear Dr Basil

I hope this letter finds mew well. I'm writing to mew today because I have a serious problem that I need your help with. Mew see, I have a serious catnip cultivation obsession. I've spent months developing the perfect catnip garden in my backyard, but I've run into a bit of a snag. Other neighbourhood cats keep sneaking into my garden and stealing my stash!

I've tried everything to keep them out. I've put up fences, set up booby traps, and even hired a neighbourhood watch to patrol the area. But nothing seems to work. These cats are like catnip ninjas, and they always seem to find a way to get in and steal my precious stash.

I'm at my wits' end, Dr Basil. What should I do? Should I just give up on my catnip dreams and find a new hobby? Or is there something I can do to keep these thieving felines at bay?

Sincerely,

The Catnip Cultivator - Clementine

This is my Expert Reply

Today I use the colour green, as this is renowned for its calming effects, and I feel this week's purroblem needs a huge dose of calm, especially considering circumstances and ensuing stress! Therefore, being the purrfect choice for this particular purroblem.

Dear Catnip Cultivator - Clementine

Let me just say that I feel your pain. There's nothing worse than having your precious catnip stash stolen by thieving neighbourhood cats, especially if mew've been cultivating epically primo strains. But fear not, for I have a few solutions that might just work.

Firstly, have mew considered setting up a decoy catnip garden? Fill it with fake catnip that looks and smells like the real thing, but doesn't actually have any effect on cats. This way, the thieving cats will be lured away from your real stash, and mew can enjoy your catnip in peace. Plus, they'll think what mew're growing is not up to fluff, and move off to catnip pastures new.

Another option is to set up a motion-activated sprinkler system. Cats hate getting wet, so this could be a great way to deter them from entering your garden. Just be sure to turn it off when mew want to enjoy your catnip yourself!

Mew could always try talking to the other cats in your neighbourhood. Maybe they're just jealous of your amazing catnip garden and don't realise how much they're upsetting mew. A little bit of feline diplomacy could go a long way.

If all of the above fail, my last resort solution is this: move your growing area underground. The B Team can assist mew with a moderately cheap bunker installation with an impenetrable A.I. security system, and mew can have specialised grow rooms for your different catnip varieties. 

Also, once mew are established, mew can set up a shop selling your epic greens to the local cats, and offer a distribution network with discounts for high sellers. This is an excellent incentive for entrepreneurial felines. And this way mew get to be in control of the entire operation, make great profits, and all those thieving felines suddenly become your employees, plus mew are essentially putting more wealth into the community which in turn will benefit everypawdy.

If mew want to enquire about a bunker, just contact Parsley for more details at: 00 07-BUNKERS-FOR-MEW 

I hope these suggestions help, Clementine. Remember, never give up on your catnip dreams!

Yours most sincerely

Dr. Basil

@ The Cats Have Purroblems Too Clinic T.M.

____________________________

Today's Moral Code is:

~ CATNIP DREAMS CAN COME TRUE! ~

 

_________________________________

If mew can relate to this purroblem or feel that mew are in need of any assistance, purrlease leave a comment to: Dear Dr Basil.... or email me directly and I'll get back to mew.

Thank mew all for joining me today at The Cats Have Purroblems Too Clinic, and I'll be back soon with another open clinic and a new case study.

Until then, Keep Calm and Purr

Dr. Basil

Ph.D. ~ BSc. (Hons) ~ Psy.D. ~ MS ~ MA

'The Paw Print Seal of Approval'

Copyright and All Rights Reserved @ Dr Basil ~ Cats Have Purroblems Too Clinic

(T.M. ~ Totally Meowvellous)

Follow Us @BionicBasil®  at Instacat

And don't furget to subscribe and never miss another clinic 

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**CATS HAVE PROBLEMS TOO!** with Dr Basil ~ Featuring Today's Despurrate Dilemma **HELP! I NEED TO CURB MY URGES!!!**

 Welcome to 

Happy Monday, furry floofers

Welcome to Cats Have Purroblems Too, where I give epically epic advice to cats with despurrate dilemmas too great for them to solve alone. 

Also, mew may be pondering on what my professional credentials are, so purrlease purruse the list below:

Ph.D. in Kitty Psychology & Psychiatry

BSc (Hons) Headology  

Psy.D. Furry Logic

 MS. Fuzzy Logic

MA. Common Sense

My other Professional Credits include:

NOM Master
Snoozy Savant
Purr Master

AdvoCat of T.L. Treatment
Touchy Feely Therapy or T.F.T
Purrfume Aroma Treatment or P.A.T.

I can help mew to solve all your Pet Peeves, Purrsonal Problems and Despurrate Dilemmas, no matter how great or small they may be.

Plus, I only use the very latest techniques, some of which I have developed myself over my long and esteemed career, which include:

 Purr Therapy ~ For Uptight and Particularly Stressed Kitties 

Nom Zen ~The Art of Nomming in Total Tranquillity 

ZZZ's Snooze Sensation ~ Including Mewsical CatNap Sessions tailored to your purrsonal requirements

YogiCat Meditation ~ Stretches and Breathing Techniques for the Severely Stressed & Overworked

Intense CatNip Therapy ~ This treatment speaks for itself (I find it very beneficial)

I am also an AdvoCat of Tough Love, coupled with a healthy dose of common kitty sense

Purrfume Aroma Treatment ~ A Sensory Smelling Session S.S.S. to calm and soothe with highly aromatic blends of specially selected scents

To help mew release all your stresses and worries, just drop by my clinic held here or, alternatively, email me your purroblem, and I'll answer here. If mew require to remain anonymous or anon, purrlease include that in your email. 

Mew can contact me directly at the following address:

DearDrBasil (at) gmail (dot) com

So come and sit on my supurr comfy couch, reee-lax, breathe deeply and tell me of your troubles, as I'm ready, willing and able to help.

This is one of my cases via email:

HELP! I NEED TO CURB MY URGES!!!

Dear Dr Basil, I hope this letter finds mew in high spirits and excellent whisker health. It's your feline furiend Pudding here, and let me tell mew, I'm in a bit of a pickle! My humans are all riled up because of my workout-ruining escapades, and I fear my days of innocent mischief may be numbered. Mew see I have a penchant for interrupting their yoga and workout routines by transforming the living room into my personal obstacle course. Whether it's climbing on their backs during downward dog or trying to roll their yoga mats up, I just can't resist adding my own flair to their fitness endeavours, to obviously make it less boring for them, as mew well know this workout malarky is really boring! MOL But the last straw was when I accidentally tripped up my mom during her HIIT workout, resulting in a rather undignified faceplant into the shagpile rug. The horror! Now, I come to mew, oh wise Dr Basil, seeking your expert guidance on how I can curb my workout-ruining urges and restore peace and harmony to our household. I eagerly await any help mew can offer to enable me to become the purrfect workout companion. Please, lend me your feline wisdom, Dr Basil, and save me from being banished to the great outdoors, well into the kitchen! Yours in mischievous desperation, Pudding

This is my Expert Reply

(Notice how I use a soothing green text colour to soothe Pudding's workout faux pas!)

Dear Pudding, I must say, your workout-ruining antics are quite the spectacle! Your humans must be finding it pawfully hard to maintain their zen with a chunky feline like mew making mischief. However, worry not, my furry furiend! Dr Basil is here to offer some wise and whisker-licking good advice to help mew become the purrfect workout companion. Step 1: The Power of Distraction Pudding, it's time to redirect your mischievous energy! Instead of pouncing on your humans mid-plank, why not engage in some entertaining catnip-fueled aerobics of your own? A jingly ball or a feather on a stick can do wonders! Step 2: Treat Yo'Self Why not indulge in a little snack before your humans hit the yoga mat? A tasty treat might just keep you occupied and away from their workout space. After all, a well-fed kitty is a contented kitty! Step 3: Paws for Reflection It's time to contemplate, Pudding. When mew feel the urge to pounce, take a moment to ponder over the futility of disrupting your humans. Perhaps a little feline introspection will do wonders for your inner peace. Step 4: Feline Yoga** Embrace the ancient art of cat yoga! Instead of climbing on your humans' backs, why not show off your own impressive feline yoga poses? Downward-facing cat, anypawdy? Step 5: The ART of Apology Should mew find yourself accidentally tripping up your mom again, offer her an artful and heartfelt meow of apology. A little affectionate head bump and some purrs wouldn't go amiss.

**One final thing, I would see if mew can get your furry own purrsonalised yoga mat so that mew can feel part of the activity, and whether mew just relax in kitty zen pose or actively engage in some stretches, mew can do it on the comfort of your own, exclusive mat and still be part of the fun. Pudding, with these steps, mew'll soon become the purrfect workout companion and restore harmony in the household. Remember, a happy human means more treats and cozy napping spots for mew! Best of luck and chin up, Pudding!

Sincerely

Dr Basil

@ The Cats have Purroblems Too Clinic T.M.

Today's Top Tip is:

~ Feeling left out of an activity can lead to issues, be as inclusive as mew can, everypawdy should feel welcome ~ 

If mew can relate to Pudding's problem or feel that mew need any assistance, purrlease leave a comment to: Dear Dr Basil with your dilemma or email me directly, and I'll get back to mew.

Thank mew all for joining me today at The Cats have Purroblems Too Clinic, and I'll be back soon with another open clinic and another new case study.

Until then, Keep Calm and Purr on

Dr Basil

Ph.D. ~ BSc. (Hons) ~ Psy.D. ~ M.S. ~ M.A. 

'The Paw Print Seal of Approval'

Copyright and All Rights Reserved @ Dr Basil ~ Cats have Purroblems Too Clinic

Follow Us @BionicBasil®  at Instacat

And don't furget to subscribe and never miss another clinic 

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CATS HAVE PROBLEMS TOO! with Dr Basil ~ Featuring Today's Despurrate Dilemma **HELP! MY CAT WON'T STOP STEALING MY SOCKS!!!**

 Welcome to 

Happy Monday, furry floofers

Welcome to Cats Have Purroblems Too, where I give epically epic advice to cats and cat pawrents with despurrate dilemmas too great for them to solve alone. 

Also, mew may be pondering on what my professional credentials are, so purrlease purruse the list below:

Ph.D. in Kitty Psychology & Psychiatry

BSc (Hons) Headology  

Psy.D. Furry Logic

 MS. Fuzzy Logic

MA. Common Sense

My other Professional Credits include:

NOM Master
Snoozy Savant
Purr Master

AdvoCat of T.L. Treatment
Touchy Feely Therapy or T.F.T
Purrfume Aroma Treatment or P.A.T.

I can help mew to solve all your Pet Peeves, Purrsonal Problems and Despurrate Dilemmas, no matter how great or small they may be.

Plus, I only use the very latest techniques, some of which I have developed myself over my long and esteemed career, which include:

 Purr Therapy ~ For Uptight and Particularly Stressed Kitties 

Nom Zen ~The Art of Nomming in Total Tranquility 

ZZZ's Snooze Sensation ~ Including Mewsical CatNap Sessions tailored to your purrsonal requirements

YogiCat Meditation ~ Stretches and Breathing Techniques for the Severely Stressed & Overworked

Intense CatNip Therapy ~ This treatment speaks for itself (I find it very beneficial)

I am also an AdvoCat of Tough Love coupled with a healthy dose of common kitty sense

Purrfume Aroma Treatment ~ A Sensory Smelling Session S.S.S. to calm and soothe with highly aromatic blends of specially selected scents

To help mew release all your stresses and worries just drop by my clinic held here or, alternatively email me your purroblem, and I'll answer here. If mew require to remain anonymous or anon, purrlease include that in your email. 

Mew can contact me directly at the following address:

DearDrBasil (at) gmail (dot) com

So come and sit on my supurr comfy couch, reee-lax, breathe deeply and tell me of your troubles, as I'm ready, willing and able to help.

This is one of my cases via email:

HELP! MY CAT WON'T STOP STEALING MY SOCKS!!!

Dear Dr Basil, I find myself in a rather dire predicament with my beloved feline, Mr Whiskers. You see, he has developed a penchant for stealing my socks. Not just any socks, mind you, but the ones that I rely on for my daily endeavours—especially the mismatched ones that bring me joy! To make matters worse, I recently discovered the shocking revelation that he has started a "Sock Hoard" in a secret nook behind the couch. I fear I might have inadvertently stumbled into a feline society where sock theft is a noble pursuit! Now, I’m torn: should I attempt to negotiate a peace treaty with Mr Whiskers, offering him catnip in exchange for the return of my socks, or should I join forces with him and start a sock fashion line exclusively for cats? Help! What’s the best course of action for me—and to ensure the safety of my remaining sock collection?

Sincerely,

Sockless and Stressed, aka Mr Whiskers Mom, Cynthia

This is my Expert Reply

Dear Sockless and Stressed, Ah, the age-old battle of humans versus their furry overlords! Mr Whiskers has clearly declared war on your sock drawer, and it’s time to approach this situation with both diplomacy and a sprinkle of humour. **Step 1: Understand His Motivation** First, mew must appreciate that Mr Whiskers is not merely a thief; he is an artist in the realm of sock craftsmanship. He sees your socks as not just footwear but as important artefacts in his daily kingdom. Take a moment to analyze the designs he prefers—perhaps they resonate with his uniquely impeccable taste! **Step 2: Host a Sock Summit** Consider organizing a "Sock Summit"—a playful negotiation session. Lay out a selection of his favourite socks (mismatched and otherwise) and your catnip offerings. Engage him with a mix of treats and, perhaps, a cat toy that he loves. Present these as peace offerings to show mew respect his sock-stealing enterprise. **Step 3: Create a Sock Decoy** Once trust is established, introduce a "decoy sock" for him. One that is specifically designed for his enjoyment—maybe one stuffed with catnip or with jingles inside. This way, he can still indulge his love for socks without pillaging your collection. **Step 4: Set Boundaries with Humour** Humour can be a powerful tool. Create a funny "Sock Code of Conduct" that outlines the terms of your treaty. For example, “All mismatched socks belong to Mr Whiskers, but the cozy winter ones remain off-limits.” Deliver this decree in a fun tone, perhaps while sporting a particularly comical sock ensemble yourself, and do offer copious amounts of primo catnip during this parle! By approaching the situation with creativity and a touch of humour, mew might just find that mew and Mr Whiskers can coexist in a harmonious sock-sharing arrangement. Remember, a happy cat = a happy home!

Yours most sincerely

Dr Basil

@ The Cats have Purroblems Too Clinic T.M.

Today's Top Tip is:

~ Sharing is Caring ~ 

If mew can relate to Cynthia's problem or feel that mew need any assistance, purrlease leave a comment to: Dear Dr Basil with your dilemma or email me directly, and I'll get back to mew.

Thank mew all for joining me today at The Cats have Purroblems Too Clinic, and I'll be back soon with another open clinic and a brand new case study.

Until then, Keep Calm and Purr on

Dr Basil

Ph.D. ~ BSc. (Hons) ~ Psy.D. ~ M.S. ~ M.A. 

'The Paw Print Seal of Approval'

Copyright and All Rights Reserved @ Dr Basil ~ Cats Have Purroblems Too Clinic

Follow Us @BionicBasil®  at Instacat

And don't furget to subscribe and never miss another clinic 

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CATS HAVE PROBLEMS TOO! with Dr Basil ~ Featuring Today's Despurrate Dilemma **HELP! WHY HAVEN'T I WON THE LOTTERY YET???!!!** (MEW COULDN'T WRITE IT!!! MOL)

  Welcome to 

Happy Monday, furry floofers

Welcome to Cats Have Purroblems Too, where I give epically epic advice to cats with despurrate dilemmas too great for them to solve alone. 

Also, mew may be pondering on what my professional credentials are, so purrlease purruse the list below:

Ph.D. in Kitty Psychology & Psychiatry

BSc (Hons) Headology  

Psy.D. Furry Logic

 MS. Fuzzy Logic

MA. Common Sense

My other Professional Credits include:

NOM Master
Snoozy Savant
Purr Master

AdvoCat of T.L. Treatment
Touchy Feely Therapy or T.F.T
Purrfume Aroma Treatment or P.A.T.

I can help mew to solve all your Pet Peeves, Purrsonal Problems and Despurrate Dilemmas, no matter how great or small they may be.

Plus, I only use the very latest techniques, some of which I have developed myself over my long and esteemed career, which include:

 Purr Therapy ~ For Uptight and Particularly Stressed Kitties 

Nom Zen ~The Art of Nomming in Total Tranquility 

ZZZ's Snooze Sensation ~ Including Mewsical CatNap Sessions tailored to your purrsonal requirements

YogiCat Meditation ~ Stretches and Breathing Techniques for the Severely Stressed & Overworked

Intense CatNip Therapy ~ This treatment speaks for itself (I find it very beneficial)

I am also an AdvoCat of Tough Love coupled with a healthy dose of common kitty sense

Purrfume Aroma Treatment ~ A Sensory Smelling Session S.S.S. to calm and soothe with highly aromatic blends of specially selected scents

To help mew release all your stresses and worries just drop by my clinic held here or, alternatively email me your purroblem, and I'll answer here. If mew require to remain anonymous or anon, purrlease include that in your email. 

Mew can contact me directly at the following address:

DearDrBasil (at) gmail (dot) com

So come and sit on my supurr comfy couch, reee-lax, breathe deeply and tell me of your troubles, as I'm ready, willing and able to help.

This is one of my latest cases:

HELP! WHY HAVEN'T I WON THE LOTTERY YET???!!!

Florence, a lovely ragdoll kitty who's living a good life but wants more, as she feels life is lacking meaning and depth, called my Facetime hotline late last Friday evening wanting my sage advice on how to obtain shed loads of money so she can buy a boat and sail off around the world with her staff.

Here's the transcript, as approved by Florence, for use on today's post.

**Florence:** (picking up the phone with a delicate lift of her perfectly groomed paw, her luxurious Ragdoll fur shimmering in the sunlight) *Meow, meow! Is this the famous Dear Dr. Basil?* **Dr. Basil:** (with a warm, welcoming tone that contrasts my sage reputation) *Indeed, it is! Mew’ve reached the illustrious Dr. Basil, your online agony uncle for all things feline. How can I assist mew today, my enchanting furiend?* **Florence:** (nestling into her plush, velvet cat bed adorned with pastel cushions) *Oh, Dr. Basil, I find myself in a most purrplexing situation! Mew see I’ve been harbouring a grand ambition to win the lottery—my ultimate dream is to purrchase the most opulent yacht and sail around the world, feeling the salty breeze ruffle my fur while lounging under the sun! But alas, no matter how many scratchcards I scratch at with my dainty paw, all I seem to win is yet another wretched “better luck next time” slip!* **Dr. Basil:** (stifling a chuckle, my whiskers twitching with amusement) *Ah, the tantalizing call of the seas and the vision of sun-soaked adventures! But tell me, dear Florence, how many tickets have mew actually acquired on this quest for fortune?* **Florence:** (sighing dramatically, her deep blue eyes clouded with frustration) *Ah, let’s see… I’ve bravely purrchased seven tickets thus far. But that’s not all! I also tried a little “luck technique” I read about while perusing cat-centric videos online. Picture this: I sat firmly atop my pile of tickets, convinced that my luxurious fluff would shower them with divine luck!* **Dr. Basil:** (with a playful grin) *Ah, the age-old “feline blessing” method! I truly hope mew didn’t accidentally mutilate your tickets while attempting to pose regally on top of them!* **Florence:** (her tail flicking in embarrassment) *Well, there was an unfortunate incident involving excitement and a few enthusiastic claw swipes… but that’s hardly the point! I am in dire need of genuine advice, Dr. Basil!* **Dr. Basil:** (voice filled with encouragement) *Right mew are, dear Florence! Here’s a fabulously pawsible idea: What if mew launched a captivating YouTube channel dedicated to showcasing your extravagant lifestyle as a “Luxury Cat Lifestyle” expert? Mew could charm legions of admirers with your tips for pampered living!* **Florence:** (eyes lighting up with vibrant enthusiasm) *Ooh, that sounds splendid! Sharing my exquisite grooming sessions, flawless poses, and the most delectable gourmet treats—how delightful!* **Dr. Basil:** *Absolutely! Mew could create content around “Catnip Cuisine,” highlight the finest scratching posts, or even offer a segment called “Sailing Essentials for the Posh Cat.” Imagine the views!* **Florence:** (purring softly at the thought) *Oh, I absolutely adore that concept! But… what if I struggle to attract sponsors for my glamorous channel?* **Dr. Basil:** (with a knowing tone) *Ah, that’s where the realm of “Catfluencers” comes into play! Mew only need a loyal following enchanted by your feline charisma. Just remember, the essence of being a captivating influencer lies in your ability to look effortlessly furbulous at all times!* **Florence:** (twitching her whiskers in determination) *Of course! I shall channel my inner diva! But perhaps I need some tips on mastering the aura of mystery, too. How does one accomplish that?* **Dr. Basil:** *It’s quite simple, actually! Practice your most theatrical sighs while gazing pensively out the window, perhaps watching the birds flutter by. And don’t forget to incorporate that famous sideways glance—there’s nothing more beguiling than an air of enigmatic allure!* **Florence:** (nodding with renewed confidence) *Dramatic sighs will henceforth be my specialty! Now, let’s circle back to the lottery: what if I simply wish upon a star each night?* **Dr. Basil:** (with an amused chuckle) *Wishing upon a star can be quite enchanting, indeed! However, remember that mew should also ensure that your human buys those tickets—stars alone won’t conjure winning numbers!* **Florence:** (eyes gleaming with fervor) *Mew’re absolutely right! I’ll enlist my human as my very own lottery assistant. And if all else fails, I could still become the world’s first yacht-dwelling cat with a burgeoning purrsonal brand!* **Dr. Basil:** *Now that’s the spirit, Florence! Cast your dreams wide as mew sail into a future filled with adventure and luxury!* **Florence:** (her heart leaping with joy) *Thank mew immensely, Dr. Basil! I’ll keep mew updated on my grand expedition toward feline fortune and nautical escapades!* **Dr. Basil:** *I can hardly wait to hear about your voyages across a sea of catnip-infused waves! Take care and remember to bask in the sun every now and then—an essential for any glamorous cat!* **Florence:** *Meow! Until next time, dear furiend!*

As I said before, mew couldn't write it, but the good news is Florence is now looking at becoming a catfluencer and is getting her staff up to speed on the new programme. So with a bit of luck and sass, she'll be exactly where she wants to be in no time at all!

@ The Cats have Purroblems Too Clinic T.M.

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~ Why wait for it to fall out of the sky when mew have to power all along to make it happen ~ 

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