Dear Mr. Cleigh,

Thank you so much for your letter concerning your unhooked state. Leaving the seat down, as you do, should guarantee that you be snatched up to your satisfaction. Housepets that hardly ever use the bathroom are my favorite kind. I, too, like fine bottom manners, and so much appreciate being asked before someone blows up my own. Contrary to your supposition, I am not specist: in fact, coming from the South as I do, I find I have an occasional craving for 'possum meat. Anyway, a species good enough for Mam'selle Hepzibah is good enough for me.

Returning Your Best Wishes,

Audi