If you have ever had the distinct pleasure with the company of a cat for a pet, then you already know where I am going with this one merely based off the title. But where my story may beg to differ from the others that surround this often talked about topic, with regards to our cats, is that the present he (my cat) brought to me this time, for a change, was still alive. Cats like to let their parents (owners, handlers, what have you) know that they love them. They are happy little hunters in the pride that we call our homes. And from time to time, they will display such affections to us in the forms of tiny little creatures that they have hunted for and captured on our behalf. It’s purely a form of love, or them saying, ‘Meow’ (which translates into thank you for all the kibble, kitten treats and toys…I love you).

Why Do Cats Leave us Dead Presents?
Of course, on most occasions these poor creatures have suffered a terrible fate, all to appease the offerings of our cat to us! Thanks kitty! In many cases the cat will leave the present on the doorstep of the home, for those of you who have outdoor cats, as a reminder when you leave, “Hey, you see that dead thing? I caught that, and it’s for you buddy! Cause I love you so much!” Then we are left to clean up their loving mess, which can be gruesome task for most people who are not fond of having tiny dead animals rotting on their doorstep. But I guess the most important notion here is that cats will always catch things, and leave them for us—they are saying they love us, that is all.

Throwing out a Dead Bird Really Sucks!
Then there is the present that you don’t find for quite sometime: my cat caught a bird once and decided to hide the dead body underneath the bed, where he likes to hang out; only after a few days of a horrid smell did I dissect the room to find his thoughtful gift. But in most instances, the cat will leave your dead present on the stoop of your front door or your back door.

Firstly, it’s a present from your cat to you – so you don’t want to let them see you hocking it in a plastic bag and heading to the trash can. Put your cat somewhere inside where they are unable to observe what you do with their ‘gift.’ Then don some gloves, and wrap the present in a plastic grocery bag, and keep your garbage bin outside until the truck comes by mid-week. And always thoroughly sanitize your hands afterwards. 

Please Comment on the Weirdest Thing your Cat Ever Caught or Killed to Bring You!
Even though I have some odd stories, what have you experienced with gifts from your cat? My latest experience was my cat bringing a pigeon in by the wings while I was watching a movie in my bedroom – poor bird.

Please, comment back with your stories, I am eager to hear them all!