Liberal Democrats love cats (slim ones, that is)

I haven't received my copy of Liberal Democrat News this week, but according to "Pandora" in the Independent, there is an intriguing item about cats and political preferences in the issue.

Apparently, a psephologist's research shows that Nick Clegg is "the clear favourite among UK cat owners", above the Prime Minister and David Cameron. Clegg came second among owners of dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs. Guinea pig carers exhibit a special and deep hatred of Gordon Brown. Dispelling another stereotype, the Liberal Democrat leader came last among hamster owners.

Peter Black and his good lady are well-known cat-lovers. Our former candidate in Aberavon, and Swansea City councillor, Claire Waller, is a cat person, too. Our local party secretary is more ecumenical, sharing her house with cats and dogs, who get on remarkably well together. I also like cats (provided they keep well away from my bird-table!), but in small doses because I am unfortunately allergic to both cats and dogs.

So, an unscientific survey tends to support the thesis. I now expect an energetic riposte from a dog-lover in Maesteg ...