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Episode 2: The Basement Stairs

Like many felines, Steve's food and litter boxes (yes, he has more than one box because he is that particular) are in the basement of our house. This works out great for us because he is really quite a messy kitty. Steve likes to kick litter around like he is playing soccer, and his food bowl is constantly surrounded by spilled food that he refuses to eat. A problem with the basement set-up is that sometimes we don't always remember to feed him twice a day. I know what you are thinking, "How can this rather robust cat possibly need to eat twice a day?" Just so you know, his veterinarian recommended that he get a half cup of food twice a day. We are merely following the orders of a highly qualified and well trained veterinarian. Don't shoot the messenger.

When Steve feels like he has been wronged or does not have enough food, he assumes his usual position at the top of the steps and meows. During one of his particularly vocal meowing sessions a couple weeks ago, Ian responded with the following, "I know you still have food down there. I've seen it with my own eyes. Maybe if you run up and down the stairs a few more times you'll get more food." Ouch!

For all of you Steve fans out there, put down your phones and don't call PETA. Steve did actually have food. The majority of it may have been surrounding his food bowl, but it is worth noting that his bowl is on a very nice rug.