[Gentle back pat] Its ok buddy, they can't hurt you. BBQ is calling you home and thats definitely something Texas has going for it that the PNW seems to suck at.

One of my cats would 100% be that way. Some cats are surprisingly loyal, they just have different perimeters than dogs, and difference nuances. My lil guy hates water (as most cats) but if I'm in a bath, he's gonna save me by getting in with me and causing a fuss till I get out. And man does he meow like its the end of the world for both of us, but he's gonna save me! (Note: He does not get bathed, so its really not natural for him). He also HATES it when I go anywhere without him, and the second I'm back he's meowing like there's no tomorrow (with some seriously aggressive head bumps, and rubs - as if to say "You jerk, now I have to mark you all over again. Don't go away! ).

Protect the innocent.

I tried to find GOOD property for sale in White Salmon for the longest time before giving up. It is hard.