Wow Amy really? I totally disagree with your response to LW2. If I was her, I would have responded just like her.  F*ck taking the high road. I don't see it as a "cat fight", but as someone who should have minded their own business, and kept their mouth shut. LW1 didn't start it, but she sure ended it right there. Good for her. I take deep offense when it comes to loving and defending my cats and dog, and everyone who knows me, knows that.  Depending on the scenario, an apology might be acceptable.  It depends on who it was.