What things does Mij do which tell you that he is an intelligent, friendly and fun-loving animal who needs love?
Mij displays his intelligence by quickly learning to follow without a lead and coming when his name is called. He also shows an understanding of mechanisms by trying to open the tap, even if he screws it the wrong way.
He is a highly fun-loving animal who spends most of his time playing. He dribbles a rubber ball around the room like a four-footed soccer player using all four feet and throws it with a powerful flick of his neck.
His playful nature is also visible when he lies on his back to juggle marbles between his paws, rolling them on his wide, flat belly without dropping a single one. In the bathroom, he goes wild with joy in the water, plunging and rolling, and making enough splash for a hippo.
Mij shows he is friendly and needs love by overcoming his initial aloofness. He comes to Maxwell's bed in the small hours and sleeps in the crook of his knees. Furthermore, during the aeroplane journey, he nuzzles Maxwell's face and neck, clearly seeking comfort and showing deep affection.
Explanation
The question requires evidence of Mij's intelligence, fun-loving nature, friendliness, and need for love based strictly on the text. The context provides clear examples for each trait: his ability to respond to his name and manipulate taps shows intelligence; his games with the ball and marbles, along with his joyful splashing, show his fun-loving nature; and his shift from aloofness to sleeping near Maxwell and nuzzling him highlights his friendliness and need for affection.