This being said, however, according to an article I recently found the other day, in an Exeter, New Hampshire newspaper on line, apparently most folks who visit the Exeter Animal Hospital in Stratham, consider him to be very odd looking, and some even think he is grotesque. The hospital staff is very fond of their resident kitty, and thinks he is adorable. Perhaps his name is influencing strangers adversely in the way they respond to him. This 8 year old kitty is a regular housecat named Ugly Bat Boy, nicknamed "Ugg". See UGG Infant's Erin
A gift from a client, Ugg was veterinarian Dr. Stephen Basset's feline home companion. Dr. Bassett also cared for Ugg's litter sister, who was similar in appearance being mostly hairless sporting a thick brown mane. Sadly to say, the sister did not survive infancy. Bassett was concerned that Ugg was getting bored and unhappy being left alone all day, so he moved him into the clinic where he could hang out with people and other animals, thereby giving him more stimulation and attention.
Christie Hartnett, one of the clinic's veterinary technicians, said that Ugly Bat Boy was named for the mythical character, which dwelled in a cave and was half-bat and half-boy; this legendary character was featured in tabloids around the country. But don't for a moment feel sorry for Ugg. This very unusual looking cat is for sure living the "life of Riley". He spends most of his time on top of the computer monitor in the reception area of the clinic, (a nice warm comfy resting spot) greeting clients in the waiting room. Both clients and staff shower him with attention and affection.
Of course Dr. Bassett also thinks Ugg is beautiful. He is very fond of him. He told news station WBZ-CBS, "He's my cat. I like him!" Interestingly, since Ugg's photograph was widely circulated by the media around the world, it is reported that the Ellen DeGeneres Show is considering featuring him on her show, since he is famous for being the "ugliest cat" in town. While Ugg has already had more than his 15 minutes of fame, I would hate to see him "interviewed" based on his reputation as an ugly cat. If Ugg- UGG Ascot Men's Slippers and his fur dad decide to take Ellen up on her offer, perhaps a more appropriate theme might be how the unconditional love for animals brings them into our hearts through their innate beauty and charm.
From:http://www.petside.com/petsideblog/2009/03/purrsonally-i-dont-think-there.php
