I have the cats approval for my latest purchase, providing it doesn't get more attention than her.............
I wonder if this a common feline (or do I mean female -- controversy here methinks!
) attitude............... 
Maybe she just wants to go to next years national with me, are cats allowed??.......
(Mind you I don't think my hands / arms would survive trying to put a lead on her.....
)Best wishes,
Mike.