I have smeared stuff on cat's paws in the past....but it is a smear, kind of flat. I recall if there was ANYTHING resembling a 'glob' they'd shake it right off.

I seem to see in my mind's eye that a cat shakes the paw (or whatever) first, and if the stuff doesn't move, then they resort to licking.

Silly Tiger! Stop being so fussy on your food. Anchovies yet!