Stop asking.

I hate it when Tigger brushes against my leg.

Stop asking if I care when you very well should know that I do. Each time you ask, it only reminds me what a failure I am in giving you the love you very much deserve. One would only need to ask in a situation where it is most clear that the other party really couldn't care less. Is that what you really think?

I hate it when Snowy begs me for a rub, and gives me those questioning eyes.