That sounds just like something someone would make up to cover their ass.

[ Why is she arguing when he's still petting her tail?? She's already won this battle, even if he won't admit it...and doesn't seem keen on holding up his end of the deal. ]

...How about this. I'll tell you your tails are the softest, and I don't have to eat an animal cracker. Sound good?

[ In true cat fashion, he is now feeling aloof and wary, the whole idea giving him cold feet. ]