To spring up suddenly on all fours, usually in a sideways motion, to leap onto a sofa, bed or other forbidden territory. Wiping one's beard on the rug after a meal. Extra style points for butt in the air. To make the sound of a reverse sneeze. A dreaded respiratory affliction suffered by Orangeman.
Primary symptom is an inability to squeak.
The condition is irreversible, yet is unlikely to be fatal. There is no known treatment except squeaker transplant surgery. To stick tight to the side of a favorite person as he or she goes from room to room. To wag one's tale forcefully against a surface. Water chomping, when a Petit jumps into the wading pool and bites at the water.