Boy can I relate to the Muse and Nemesis comment. Boo my 16 1/2 pound 11 year old Ruler of the Roost is like my shadow. He even has his very own perch right next to the bead table. Still he wants to be in my lap sometimes, but so fortunately for me (us?), he waits until I clear a spot, He doesn't walk on the beads anymore. I think all the crashing & loud noises scared him!