You mentioned cats. I have had several cats throughout my lifetime. My current cat PICKED me when I went to the local Humane Society. He must have known something! He has been the sweetest ever, but I cannot let him go outside as it is too dangerous here with owls, eagles, fox etc. He has adjusted well to being inside only. I have screen doors for him to get a sniff of the outside, plus I have many hanging bird feeders for him to watch from inside. He’s such good company. We take “catnaps” every day after lunch.