This thread hits home because I was just saying to CJ last night how I know he knows what I mean, but he keeps at it anyway!

Since we've been taking him on his outies several times a day lately, he thinks he should be out ALL the time. He will sit by the door and meow incessantly until 1) we take him out, 2) I can't stand it anymore and have to yell at him or 3) he finally gets the idea that us ignoring him means he won't be going out and he goes sulking off to the bedroom.

#2 is where the "NO!" comes in. I tried with all the explanations but finally realized he doesn't have a clue what I'm saying, so I started with just plain ol' "NO!" He completely ignores me so I say it again.....and the meowing continues. It's finally gotten to the point where "NO!" means nothing, but snapping my fingers or clapping my hands will make him at least close his mouth for a second and look at me.......

I know he knows what I mean because he is not stupid, and, as a matter of fact, is too smart for his own good most times.