Hints From Heloise

Dear Heloise: I have a crazy, cute, affectionate, 1-year-old cat named Patches. She loves to cozy up to me while I’m watching TV. She actually reaches up with her two front legs and puts them on both sides of my neck while she lies across my chest.

Sometimes it gets a bit much when she keeps nuzzling her head under my chin, so I usually get her off me. She behaves until the phone rings. As soon as I pick it up, sit and start talking, she jumps up again, just like a child wanting attention.

She really is adorable but can be a real pain each time the phone rings. - Sally Bradley, Portland

Cats seem to do this, don’t they? I wonder how many others behave like this. We’d love to hear from readers with their funny cat (or dog) stories.

I have compiled a pamphlet all about cats chock-full of hints and information. Anyone interested in obtaining one, please send $2 and a large, self-addressed, stamped (55 cents) envelope to: Heloise/ Cats, PO Box 795001, San Antonio TX 78279-5001. - Heloise Send your money- or time-saving hint to Heloise, PO Box 795000, San Antonio TX 78279-5000.