Just because it’s marketed as a meat thermometer doesn’t mean it doesn’t have other excellent uses. I use mine for everything from meat to making sure my tap water is the exact right temp for aquarium water changes.

I’ve come to appreciate the cold water.

Nope.

But I got lucky with a really chill cat. Like, ‘doesn’t mind having his claws trimmed’ chill.

I prefer open, but I got a cat a few months ago that won’t leave me alone if I leave it open. So, closed.