Smokey is a wonderfully proud cat. It can seem that he is totally independent of you and doesn't need you but sure enough - at the end of the day, he'll put himself in front of you for the expected stroke. He doesn't like to be held too long but he does like to sit next to you and be tickled. He's not fussy, very clean and will talk to you if you have the time. Good with children but likes his space. Not aggressive at all but will hide if pestered.