Our Spotty is a male, and is quite laid-back. Since we moved, & I quit my job (and am home with him all the time now), he seems to be much more aloof. Used to be that he HAD to have his "cuddle-time" daily. Now, he spends more time in the yard (our first yard with him), keeping watch. But really a lot less of a cuddler than before.... and hardly underfoot ever.... except when I'm cooking - of course!
Interesting that most of you think that a male is more of a cling-on. Perhaps it also depends on the home situation... i.e. wether or not someone is home with him/her most of the day??? I am noticing that he is following my hubby around some times..... hubby is at work all day, and mosttimes on weekends, too.
Could this be a factor, you think?
Susan