8 - .. Wow. Different. Not sure on those eyes/flash reflection but I think this shot likely 'grows on you'. Not sure if this is 'natural environs' or not, but does look realistic at any rate. Matters not to my vote. Criticism; difficult, maybe more height for added impact for 'here', not sure. Maybe a tweaking of colors and or sharpening to get the cat to pop more - the eyes, not sure, as they make this shot unique. Perhaps a little more subtle, again not sure. I like the centered composition. Just if it had more 'pop'/definition and 'drama', 'somehow', make this even better in my opinion. Up to 8 from 7, mainly for 'unique factor'.
Ya know... The eyes really make this seem like it's taken in the wild. I don't know if it is or not, but it's a stunning shot. Have to give you the benefit of the doubt - fantastic job. 9