Now, wait a minute! Lately, there has been an abundance of reports of COTD's possessing unusual, endearing, dog-like traits! Now, do not misunderstand me - I am a man who has lived with dogs his whole life through, and who has loved many dogs dearly and loves one now. But in its ability to sense ailments in a human it loves, and then go all out for that human, to comfort that human, and bring peace, soothing, and thus help that human become whole again, the cat is unsurpassed. In fact, in all areas of pure and simple companionship a cat can not be topped.

Now let me say that I am touched to read the story of Harley D and how he has helped his human friend. I hope that healing will continue; that Harley and friend will exchange countless numbers of those looks and glances that drive away trouble, fear and anger. May the two of you have many good years of love and companionship ahead of you, with an abundance of toys - whether designed for that purpose or not - spread about the house for Harley to spread about even further.