Riddle

Stealthy as a shadow in the dead of night, Cunning but affectionate if given a bite. Never owned but often loved. In my sport considered cruel, But that's because you never know me at all. What am I?

Choose an answer

A.A fox
B.A panther
C.A shadow
D.A cat.
Hint: It's a 2-word phrase with 4 letters, starting with "A".

Answer

A cat.

Why this is the answer

The description captures a cat's stealthy, independent, yet affectionate nature.

This riddle is filed under Pet, Cat & Dog Riddles and rated Medium.