what about kittens? I received a scratch from one in 1954 when I was holding it too tightly. I have thought of starting a spinoff religion of kitten handlers. Much like snake handlers, except if you do not have enough faith, you would receive a scratch from the kitten you select from the box, rather than a bite from a rattlesnake. Kind of like snakehandlers with trainer wheels. Anyone interested? will need a building, a box of kittens (easily procured) and a few old church pews or folding chairs, plus, and this is important, collection plates.