Heh, how amusing.  The one sitting next to me is the first 'dumb' cat I've owned, which I guess is kind of like thinking she's a dog.  She's also the most verbal.  She meows at me in the morning and evening for food.  And she now thinks that shower time is treat time so whenever I get a shower, or even linger in the bathroom too long, she starts meowing at me from the other room and doesn't stop until treats or catnip are given.  And she's one who likes to stare too with big wide eyes.