Anne here, coming in late and murmuring apologies. I usually post my blog in the evening here, which is morning in the USA but we had a blackout last night just on dusk, and the electricity didn't come back on until well after midnight, by which time I was in bed. I hadn't written my blog, and this morning I have electricity but I have to go out, so in a shameless move, I'm going to share (with Sherrie's permission) the story of a tiny kitten that has arrived on the wenchly scene.
It started with this 4th of July post from our wenchly blogmistress Sherrie:
Hope you all had a wonderful Independence Day, and for those of you in other countries, hope you had a lovely day.
I am now the owner of an orphaned infant kitten, sucker that I am. He/she is very young–probably 2-3 weeks old–and tiny: just 9 ounces. We figure it is the child of a local semi-feral cat who may have met with a tragic end.
We'd been hearing a weird noise for about an hour, and it took us that long to finally realize it wasn't a bird, but possibly a kitten in distress. My sister and I discovered the kitten in the barn. We surmised the semi-feral mother may have come to a tragic end, because no way would a mother cat ignore such a loud and continuous call of distress from its kitten.
Soooo . . . I now have a miniscule kitten that fits in the palm of my hand and needs to be fed every 4 hours. Tomorrow I'll call the vet for an appointment for a health check and to have the kitten's sex determined, after which I will be free to pick a name. The house is in an uproar. All the resident animals are highly intrigued. The kitten has 2 modes: meowing at 5 million decibels, and sleeping.
Sherrie's been feeding the tiny creature every four hours, and keeping us posted.
Have just finished the 4 a.m. feeding and I think there's more kitten formula on me than in the infant's tummy. I've had my hand peed on numerous times (I must learn how to aim him better) and formula dribbled all over my shirt, hands and arms. Feeding an infant kitten with a tiny bottle is a veritable wrestling match. And for such a small critter, he can move remarkably fast on his wobbly pins, so I'm careful to keep him from falling off the desk when he's having his constitutional.
I've also discovered he's a polydactyl–he has gigantic "thumbs" that are quite hilarious on such tiny feet.
He has already learned to recognize me as The Bringer of Food and it is quite endearing to hear him break out in loud purrs and friendly vocalizations when he sees me. I keep him in a carrying crate large enough for a small dog, so he has plenty of room to play and sleep. I keep the crate on my desk and he has me for company all day. Spoiled rotten, the kid is. Already.
Of course all the wordwenches are animal lovers so Sherrie has been keeping us updated on the progress of the wee orphan, our wenchly godkitten.
Today I took the infant critter to the vet. He received a clean bill of health, though they did find one flea on him. His blood work came back negative for any diseases, including Feline Leukemia. (Yaaayyy!!!) He is robust, very strong (he'll zoom up any vertical surface, including people), and he is alert and playful. They confirmed he's a boy (alas!), but I'll keep him anyway, even though I swore no more male cats. Oh well. At least now that I know he's a boy, I can start thinking of boy names for him.
Right now the little guy has had his feeding, dutifully peed on my hand, tottered all over the desk on a Great Exploration, fell face-first into the paperclip dish and successfully reached the summit of Mt. Pencil Cup. (I’m amazed at how strong he is!) Now he’s back in his crate . . . and very unhappy about it. He wants OUT! He wants out NOW! Despite his distended belly full of kitten formula, he is climbing the bars of his crate, and if he had a tin cup he’d be rattling it back and forth across the bars.
This morning when I checked on him, his crate appeared to be empty. Panic! But at the sound of his crate door being opened, his head popped up behind a little mound of blanketing at the back of the crate and he came wobbling over, full of sleepy squeaks and imperious demands for breakfast. He’s really quite adorable. I’ll shortly be headed over to Pet Smart to pick up another kitty nursing bottle and a stuffed animal so that he’ll have a buddy in his crate.
So that's where we are so far in the story that has all the wenches hooked. You can see what excellent progress he's making — he's already up to hunting a mouse! I think Sherrie could post an occasional kitten picture in her Sunday posts, don't you?
And in the meantime, she's searching for a name for him.
Have you ever rescued an animal? I'll send a book to someone who leaves a name suggestion or the story of an animal they've rescued, and if Sherrie chooses one of the names for our little wenchly godkitten, there will be an extra bonus gift from Sherrie herself.
I haven’t had a cat that I got from an actual rescue agency, but I have had several of the “I’m at my wit’s end, if you don’t take him in, he’ll have to go to the shelter”. Or her. One her. Some young, though not so young as Sherrie’s. Some middle-aged. Two I did not have long enough (as if there were such a thing); ailments they developed before I got them caught up with them, but I hope their lives with me, however short, were happy.
I loved them all dearly. They saved my life over and over, every day. They gave me so much more than I could ever have given them.
The Irish say “the only bad thing that person ever did was die on me”, and so it was.
Sherrie, I wish you great joy of your little mite. You may have rescued him now, but I know that as time passes, you will find that you have rescued each other. You could call him Rescue 🙂
I haven’t had a cat that I got from an actual rescue agency, but I have had several of the “I’m at my wit’s end, if you don’t take him in, he’ll have to go to the shelter”. Or her. One her. Some young, though not so young as Sherrie’s. Some middle-aged. Two I did not have long enough (as if there were such a thing); ailments they developed before I got them caught up with them, but I hope their lives with me, however short, were happy.
I loved them all dearly. They saved my life over and over, every day. They gave me so much more than I could ever have given them.
The Irish say “the only bad thing that person ever did was die on me”, and so it was.
Sherrie, I wish you great joy of your little mite. You may have rescued him now, but I know that as time passes, you will find that you have rescued each other. You could call him Rescue 🙂
I haven’t had a cat that I got from an actual rescue agency, but I have had several of the “I’m at my wit’s end, if you don’t take him in, he’ll have to go to the shelter”. Or her. One her. Some young, though not so young as Sherrie’s. Some middle-aged. Two I did not have long enough (as if there were such a thing); ailments they developed before I got them caught up with them, but I hope their lives with me, however short, were happy.
I loved them all dearly. They saved my life over and over, every day. They gave me so much more than I could ever have given them.
The Irish say “the only bad thing that person ever did was die on me”, and so it was.
Sherrie, I wish you great joy of your little mite. You may have rescued him now, but I know that as time passes, you will find that you have rescued each other. You could call him Rescue 🙂
I haven’t had a cat that I got from an actual rescue agency, but I have had several of the “I’m at my wit’s end, if you don’t take him in, he’ll have to go to the shelter”. Or her. One her. Some young, though not so young as Sherrie’s. Some middle-aged. Two I did not have long enough (as if there were such a thing); ailments they developed before I got them caught up with them, but I hope their lives with me, however short, were happy.
I loved them all dearly. They saved my life over and over, every day. They gave me so much more than I could ever have given them.
The Irish say “the only bad thing that person ever did was die on me”, and so it was.
Sherrie, I wish you great joy of your little mite. You may have rescued him now, but I know that as time passes, you will find that you have rescued each other. You could call him Rescue 🙂
I haven’t had a cat that I got from an actual rescue agency, but I have had several of the “I’m at my wit’s end, if you don’t take him in, he’ll have to go to the shelter”. Or her. One her. Some young, though not so young as Sherrie’s. Some middle-aged. Two I did not have long enough (as if there were such a thing); ailments they developed before I got them caught up with them, but I hope their lives with me, however short, were happy.
I loved them all dearly. They saved my life over and over, every day. They gave me so much more than I could ever have given them.
The Irish say “the only bad thing that person ever did was die on me”, and so it was.
Sherrie, I wish you great joy of your little mite. You may have rescued him now, but I know that as time passes, you will find that you have rescued each other. You could call him Rescue 🙂
How adorable he is, and how good of you to rescue him, Sherrie. I love that he’s bonded with you already. You know you’ll have to start licking him all over don’t you? I love the name Rocky, for such a brave little guy with such a rocky start in life. We’ve had 4 rescue cats. Strangely enough the one we got first is the one who’s survived the longest. Charlie is now 18 and still looks like a kitten! Have fun and many years of pleasure with your little guy, Sherrie.
How adorable he is, and how good of you to rescue him, Sherrie. I love that he’s bonded with you already. You know you’ll have to start licking him all over don’t you? I love the name Rocky, for such a brave little guy with such a rocky start in life. We’ve had 4 rescue cats. Strangely enough the one we got first is the one who’s survived the longest. Charlie is now 18 and still looks like a kitten! Have fun and many years of pleasure with your little guy, Sherrie.
How adorable he is, and how good of you to rescue him, Sherrie. I love that he’s bonded with you already. You know you’ll have to start licking him all over don’t you? I love the name Rocky, for such a brave little guy with such a rocky start in life. We’ve had 4 rescue cats. Strangely enough the one we got first is the one who’s survived the longest. Charlie is now 18 and still looks like a kitten! Have fun and many years of pleasure with your little guy, Sherrie.
How adorable he is, and how good of you to rescue him, Sherrie. I love that he’s bonded with you already. You know you’ll have to start licking him all over don’t you? I love the name Rocky, for such a brave little guy with such a rocky start in life. We’ve had 4 rescue cats. Strangely enough the one we got first is the one who’s survived the longest. Charlie is now 18 and still looks like a kitten! Have fun and many years of pleasure with your little guy, Sherrie.
How adorable he is, and how good of you to rescue him, Sherrie. I love that he’s bonded with you already. You know you’ll have to start licking him all over don’t you? I love the name Rocky, for such a brave little guy with such a rocky start in life. We’ve had 4 rescue cats. Strangely enough the one we got first is the one who’s survived the longest. Charlie is now 18 and still looks like a kitten! Have fun and many years of pleasure with your little guy, Sherrie.
He is SO adorable, and clearly strong enough to flourish. I like the name “Rocky” that was suggested–it suits him.
I’ve got four rescue cats myself, and have had others. Who needs a fancy designer cat when there are so many lovely felines in need of homes? This morning I took the most recent adoptee, PandaMax, to the cat hospital for his six months after adoption check up. It was a triumphal return, with all his fans there happy to see him again and flourishing. *G*
He is SO adorable, and clearly strong enough to flourish. I like the name “Rocky” that was suggested–it suits him.
I’ve got four rescue cats myself, and have had others. Who needs a fancy designer cat when there are so many lovely felines in need of homes? This morning I took the most recent adoptee, PandaMax, to the cat hospital for his six months after adoption check up. It was a triumphal return, with all his fans there happy to see him again and flourishing. *G*
He is SO adorable, and clearly strong enough to flourish. I like the name “Rocky” that was suggested–it suits him.
I’ve got four rescue cats myself, and have had others. Who needs a fancy designer cat when there are so many lovely felines in need of homes? This morning I took the most recent adoptee, PandaMax, to the cat hospital for his six months after adoption check up. It was a triumphal return, with all his fans there happy to see him again and flourishing. *G*
He is SO adorable, and clearly strong enough to flourish. I like the name “Rocky” that was suggested–it suits him.
I’ve got four rescue cats myself, and have had others. Who needs a fancy designer cat when there are so many lovely felines in need of homes? This morning I took the most recent adoptee, PandaMax, to the cat hospital for his six months after adoption check up. It was a triumphal return, with all his fans there happy to see him again and flourishing. *G*
He is SO adorable, and clearly strong enough to flourish. I like the name “Rocky” that was suggested–it suits him.
I’ve got four rescue cats myself, and have had others. Who needs a fancy designer cat when there are so many lovely felines in need of homes? This morning I took the most recent adoptee, PandaMax, to the cat hospital for his six months after adoption check up. It was a triumphal return, with all his fans there happy to see him again and flourishing. *G*
Janice, you are so right! So very right! We may rescue an animal, but that animal also rescues us.
Like you, I have had many rescues in the past, and like you, some stayed with me only a short time due to health issues. But I loved them all, and it feels so darned good to know that a severely abused animal found peace and love in its final years with me.
There are so many life’s lessons to be learned from these rescues, if only we would take the time to listen. God bless you, Janice, for your rescue efforts.
Janice, you are so right! So very right! We may rescue an animal, but that animal also rescues us.
Like you, I have had many rescues in the past, and like you, some stayed with me only a short time due to health issues. But I loved them all, and it feels so darned good to know that a severely abused animal found peace and love in its final years with me.
There are so many life’s lessons to be learned from these rescues, if only we would take the time to listen. God bless you, Janice, for your rescue efforts.
Janice, you are so right! So very right! We may rescue an animal, but that animal also rescues us.
Like you, I have had many rescues in the past, and like you, some stayed with me only a short time due to health issues. But I loved them all, and it feels so darned good to know that a severely abused animal found peace and love in its final years with me.
There are so many life’s lessons to be learned from these rescues, if only we would take the time to listen. God bless you, Janice, for your rescue efforts.
Janice, you are so right! So very right! We may rescue an animal, but that animal also rescues us.
Like you, I have had many rescues in the past, and like you, some stayed with me only a short time due to health issues. But I loved them all, and it feels so darned good to know that a severely abused animal found peace and love in its final years with me.
There are so many life’s lessons to be learned from these rescues, if only we would take the time to listen. God bless you, Janice, for your rescue efforts.
Janice, you are so right! So very right! We may rescue an animal, but that animal also rescues us.
Like you, I have had many rescues in the past, and like you, some stayed with me only a short time due to health issues. But I loved them all, and it feels so darned good to know that a severely abused animal found peace and love in its final years with me.
There are so many life’s lessons to be learned from these rescues, if only we would take the time to listen. God bless you, Janice, for your rescue efforts.
I think Rocky is a great name, CC! He’s had a rocky start but he’s a fighter:))
Gorgeous kitten, Sherrie/Anne and such lovely pics. We have a cat found as a wee kitten in the wood pile – it’s mother a feral too though clearly she chose well – its father must have a gorgeous creature, because Leo’s coat is luxurious plush ginger and white. Quite a handsome cat. Unfortunately he’ll only take so much stroking before the inner feral has to defend itself (sigh). He also likes to hang crucifix style from window screens if you’re late taking his food out. It can be a little, um, distracting…
I hope your gorgeous boy grows into a lovely (and perhaps saner) cat, Sherrie.
I think Rocky is a great name, CC! He’s had a rocky start but he’s a fighter:))
Gorgeous kitten, Sherrie/Anne and such lovely pics. We have a cat found as a wee kitten in the wood pile – it’s mother a feral too though clearly she chose well – its father must have a gorgeous creature, because Leo’s coat is luxurious plush ginger and white. Quite a handsome cat. Unfortunately he’ll only take so much stroking before the inner feral has to defend itself (sigh). He also likes to hang crucifix style from window screens if you’re late taking his food out. It can be a little, um, distracting…
I hope your gorgeous boy grows into a lovely (and perhaps saner) cat, Sherrie.
I think Rocky is a great name, CC! He’s had a rocky start but he’s a fighter:))
Gorgeous kitten, Sherrie/Anne and such lovely pics. We have a cat found as a wee kitten in the wood pile – it’s mother a feral too though clearly she chose well – its father must have a gorgeous creature, because Leo’s coat is luxurious plush ginger and white. Quite a handsome cat. Unfortunately he’ll only take so much stroking before the inner feral has to defend itself (sigh). He also likes to hang crucifix style from window screens if you’re late taking his food out. It can be a little, um, distracting…
I hope your gorgeous boy grows into a lovely (and perhaps saner) cat, Sherrie.
I think Rocky is a great name, CC! He’s had a rocky start but he’s a fighter:))
Gorgeous kitten, Sherrie/Anne and such lovely pics. We have a cat found as a wee kitten in the wood pile – it’s mother a feral too though clearly she chose well – its father must have a gorgeous creature, because Leo’s coat is luxurious plush ginger and white. Quite a handsome cat. Unfortunately he’ll only take so much stroking before the inner feral has to defend itself (sigh). He also likes to hang crucifix style from window screens if you’re late taking his food out. It can be a little, um, distracting…
I hope your gorgeous boy grows into a lovely (and perhaps saner) cat, Sherrie.
I think Rocky is a great name, CC! He’s had a rocky start but he’s a fighter:))
Gorgeous kitten, Sherrie/Anne and such lovely pics. We have a cat found as a wee kitten in the wood pile – it’s mother a feral too though clearly she chose well – its father must have a gorgeous creature, because Leo’s coat is luxurious plush ginger and white. Quite a handsome cat. Unfortunately he’ll only take so much stroking before the inner feral has to defend itself (sigh). He also likes to hang crucifix style from window screens if you’re late taking his food out. It can be a little, um, distracting…
I hope your gorgeous boy grows into a lovely (and perhaps saner) cat, Sherrie.
I’ve always liked Zeus for a boy cat (I know, not very original). He can be a God and a King (and will probably be just as demanding as both!) and be the top cat in the neighbourhood. Or Loki if he’s already into mischief and mouse wrangling. I like Rocky too.
Our first cat came from a home where the little girl had down syndrome and was loving the new kitten a little bit too much with smothering cuddles. I named her Missi on the two hour drive home where she sat on my shoulder and dug her claws in for traction. She was too young to leave her mum and a bit like Trish’s cat, had a wicked feral streak. I was the only one she would come to and anytime anyone tried to pick her up, she would leave ribbons of red on your hands and arms. But she was lovely and cuddly when she wanted to be and slept with me every night, sometimes under the covers. We now have another two rescues, little white sisters who also like to sleep under the covers, much to my hubby’s disgust…
Sherrie, good luck with your boy and may he give you loads of cuddles and no ribbons of red =)
Thanks for the post Anne!
I’ve always liked Zeus for a boy cat (I know, not very original). He can be a God and a King (and will probably be just as demanding as both!) and be the top cat in the neighbourhood. Or Loki if he’s already into mischief and mouse wrangling. I like Rocky too.
Our first cat came from a home where the little girl had down syndrome and was loving the new kitten a little bit too much with smothering cuddles. I named her Missi on the two hour drive home where she sat on my shoulder and dug her claws in for traction. She was too young to leave her mum and a bit like Trish’s cat, had a wicked feral streak. I was the only one she would come to and anytime anyone tried to pick her up, she would leave ribbons of red on your hands and arms. But she was lovely and cuddly when she wanted to be and slept with me every night, sometimes under the covers. We now have another two rescues, little white sisters who also like to sleep under the covers, much to my hubby’s disgust…
Sherrie, good luck with your boy and may he give you loads of cuddles and no ribbons of red =)
Thanks for the post Anne!
I’ve always liked Zeus for a boy cat (I know, not very original). He can be a God and a King (and will probably be just as demanding as both!) and be the top cat in the neighbourhood. Or Loki if he’s already into mischief and mouse wrangling. I like Rocky too.
Our first cat came from a home where the little girl had down syndrome and was loving the new kitten a little bit too much with smothering cuddles. I named her Missi on the two hour drive home where she sat on my shoulder and dug her claws in for traction. She was too young to leave her mum and a bit like Trish’s cat, had a wicked feral streak. I was the only one she would come to and anytime anyone tried to pick her up, she would leave ribbons of red on your hands and arms. But she was lovely and cuddly when she wanted to be and slept with me every night, sometimes under the covers. We now have another two rescues, little white sisters who also like to sleep under the covers, much to my hubby’s disgust…
Sherrie, good luck with your boy and may he give you loads of cuddles and no ribbons of red =)
Thanks for the post Anne!
I’ve always liked Zeus for a boy cat (I know, not very original). He can be a God and a King (and will probably be just as demanding as both!) and be the top cat in the neighbourhood. Or Loki if he’s already into mischief and mouse wrangling. I like Rocky too.
Our first cat came from a home where the little girl had down syndrome and was loving the new kitten a little bit too much with smothering cuddles. I named her Missi on the two hour drive home where she sat on my shoulder and dug her claws in for traction. She was too young to leave her mum and a bit like Trish’s cat, had a wicked feral streak. I was the only one she would come to and anytime anyone tried to pick her up, she would leave ribbons of red on your hands and arms. But she was lovely and cuddly when she wanted to be and slept with me every night, sometimes under the covers. We now have another two rescues, little white sisters who also like to sleep under the covers, much to my hubby’s disgust…
Sherrie, good luck with your boy and may he give you loads of cuddles and no ribbons of red =)
Thanks for the post Anne!
I’ve always liked Zeus for a boy cat (I know, not very original). He can be a God and a King (and will probably be just as demanding as both!) and be the top cat in the neighbourhood. Or Loki if he’s already into mischief and mouse wrangling. I like Rocky too.
Our first cat came from a home where the little girl had down syndrome and was loving the new kitten a little bit too much with smothering cuddles. I named her Missi on the two hour drive home where she sat on my shoulder and dug her claws in for traction. She was too young to leave her mum and a bit like Trish’s cat, had a wicked feral streak. I was the only one she would come to and anytime anyone tried to pick her up, she would leave ribbons of red on your hands and arms. But she was lovely and cuddly when she wanted to be and slept with me every night, sometimes under the covers. We now have another two rescues, little white sisters who also like to sleep under the covers, much to my hubby’s disgust…
Sherrie, good luck with your boy and may he give you loads of cuddles and no ribbons of red =)
Thanks for the post Anne!
CC Coburn:
Did you know that “Rocky” is one of the most popular names for cats and dogs? It often makes the top 10 list of favorite pet names. So your suggestion was spot on!
LOL re licking the kitten all over, like a mother cat does! That’s almost exactly what my brother-in-law said regarding a necessary (but not very pleasant) task of rubbing a dampened paper towel against the kitten’s nether regions to stimulate elimination. When I mentioned this to my jokester BIL, he said, “Why don’t you lick the kitten’s bum like his mother does?!!
Newww think yewwww!
CC Coburn:
Did you know that “Rocky” is one of the most popular names for cats and dogs? It often makes the top 10 list of favorite pet names. So your suggestion was spot on!
LOL re licking the kitten all over, like a mother cat does! That’s almost exactly what my brother-in-law said regarding a necessary (but not very pleasant) task of rubbing a dampened paper towel against the kitten’s nether regions to stimulate elimination. When I mentioned this to my jokester BIL, he said, “Why don’t you lick the kitten’s bum like his mother does?!!
Newww think yewwww!
CC Coburn:
Did you know that “Rocky” is one of the most popular names for cats and dogs? It often makes the top 10 list of favorite pet names. So your suggestion was spot on!
LOL re licking the kitten all over, like a mother cat does! That’s almost exactly what my brother-in-law said regarding a necessary (but not very pleasant) task of rubbing a dampened paper towel against the kitten’s nether regions to stimulate elimination. When I mentioned this to my jokester BIL, he said, “Why don’t you lick the kitten’s bum like his mother does?!!
Newww think yewwww!
CC Coburn:
Did you know that “Rocky” is one of the most popular names for cats and dogs? It often makes the top 10 list of favorite pet names. So your suggestion was spot on!
LOL re licking the kitten all over, like a mother cat does! That’s almost exactly what my brother-in-law said regarding a necessary (but not very pleasant) task of rubbing a dampened paper towel against the kitten’s nether regions to stimulate elimination. When I mentioned this to my jokester BIL, he said, “Why don’t you lick the kitten’s bum like his mother does?!!
Newww think yewwww!
CC Coburn:
Did you know that “Rocky” is one of the most popular names for cats and dogs? It often makes the top 10 list of favorite pet names. So your suggestion was spot on!
LOL re licking the kitten all over, like a mother cat does! That’s almost exactly what my brother-in-law said regarding a necessary (but not very pleasant) task of rubbing a dampened paper towel against the kitten’s nether regions to stimulate elimination. When I mentioned this to my jokester BIL, he said, “Why don’t you lick the kitten’s bum like his mother does?!!
Newww think yewwww!
***He also likes to hang crucifix style from window screens if you’re late taking his food out. It can be a little, um, distracting…**
ROFL! That’s great, Trish–I can picture it perfectly. *G*
Mary Jo
***He also likes to hang crucifix style from window screens if you’re late taking his food out. It can be a little, um, distracting…**
ROFL! That’s great, Trish–I can picture it perfectly. *G*
Mary Jo
***He also likes to hang crucifix style from window screens if you’re late taking his food out. It can be a little, um, distracting…**
ROFL! That’s great, Trish–I can picture it perfectly. *G*
Mary Jo
***He also likes to hang crucifix style from window screens if you’re late taking his food out. It can be a little, um, distracting…**
ROFL! That’s great, Trish–I can picture it perfectly. *G*
Mary Jo
***He also likes to hang crucifix style from window screens if you’re late taking his food out. It can be a little, um, distracting…**
ROFL! That’s great, Trish–I can picture it perfectly. *G*
Mary Jo
Mary Jo, I’m with you on rescue cats having just as much (if not more) to offer than designer cats! For the past 50 years all my cats but one have been of the Heinz 57 variety. That one purebred (Siamese) was demented. *g*
Congratulations on PandaMax’s after-rescue check-up. When I volunteered at the humane society we rejoiced whenever people brought in pictures of the pets they adopted from us. In December I adopted a small female Boxer from NW Boxer Rescue and I e-mail pictures to them every month, to let them know how happy Shona is in her new home.
I think there must be a special place in heaven for volunteers who work in shelters and rescue groups!
Mary Jo, I’m with you on rescue cats having just as much (if not more) to offer than designer cats! For the past 50 years all my cats but one have been of the Heinz 57 variety. That one purebred (Siamese) was demented. *g*
Congratulations on PandaMax’s after-rescue check-up. When I volunteered at the humane society we rejoiced whenever people brought in pictures of the pets they adopted from us. In December I adopted a small female Boxer from NW Boxer Rescue and I e-mail pictures to them every month, to let them know how happy Shona is in her new home.
I think there must be a special place in heaven for volunteers who work in shelters and rescue groups!
Mary Jo, I’m with you on rescue cats having just as much (if not more) to offer than designer cats! For the past 50 years all my cats but one have been of the Heinz 57 variety. That one purebred (Siamese) was demented. *g*
Congratulations on PandaMax’s after-rescue check-up. When I volunteered at the humane society we rejoiced whenever people brought in pictures of the pets they adopted from us. In December I adopted a small female Boxer from NW Boxer Rescue and I e-mail pictures to them every month, to let them know how happy Shona is in her new home.
I think there must be a special place in heaven for volunteers who work in shelters and rescue groups!
Mary Jo, I’m with you on rescue cats having just as much (if not more) to offer than designer cats! For the past 50 years all my cats but one have been of the Heinz 57 variety. That one purebred (Siamese) was demented. *g*
Congratulations on PandaMax’s after-rescue check-up. When I volunteered at the humane society we rejoiced whenever people brought in pictures of the pets they adopted from us. In December I adopted a small female Boxer from NW Boxer Rescue and I e-mail pictures to them every month, to let them know how happy Shona is in her new home.
I think there must be a special place in heaven for volunteers who work in shelters and rescue groups!
Mary Jo, I’m with you on rescue cats having just as much (if not more) to offer than designer cats! For the past 50 years all my cats but one have been of the Heinz 57 variety. That one purebred (Siamese) was demented. *g*
Congratulations on PandaMax’s after-rescue check-up. When I volunteered at the humane society we rejoiced whenever people brought in pictures of the pets they adopted from us. In December I adopted a small female Boxer from NW Boxer Rescue and I e-mail pictures to them every month, to let them know how happy Shona is in her new home.
I think there must be a special place in heaven for volunteers who work in shelters and rescue groups!
Trish,I love ginger and white cats! I just read an article about cats that said ginger cats are usually males (just the same as calicos are usually female). Your Leo certainly falls into the male-ginger-cat category.
And he hangs crucifix-style from window screens? ROFLOL! Too funny! Cats are always so dramatic!
Trish,I love ginger and white cats! I just read an article about cats that said ginger cats are usually males (just the same as calicos are usually female). Your Leo certainly falls into the male-ginger-cat category.
And he hangs crucifix-style from window screens? ROFLOL! Too funny! Cats are always so dramatic!
Trish,I love ginger and white cats! I just read an article about cats that said ginger cats are usually males (just the same as calicos are usually female). Your Leo certainly falls into the male-ginger-cat category.
And he hangs crucifix-style from window screens? ROFLOL! Too funny! Cats are always so dramatic!
Trish,I love ginger and white cats! I just read an article about cats that said ginger cats are usually males (just the same as calicos are usually female). Your Leo certainly falls into the male-ginger-cat category.
And he hangs crucifix-style from window screens? ROFLOL! Too funny! Cats are always so dramatic!
Trish,I love ginger and white cats! I just read an article about cats that said ginger cats are usually males (just the same as calicos are usually female). Your Leo certainly falls into the male-ginger-cat category.
And he hangs crucifix-style from window screens? ROFLOL! Too funny! Cats are always so dramatic!
Bronwyn, cats can be very picky about who they trust, and they can embarrass (or ribbon-slice) those they don’t trust. Yet for all their quirks and foibles, I couldn’t be without a cat.
My sister made the mistake of adopting a cat while her husband was on a hunting trip. She and the cat bonded during the 2 weeks her husband was gone, and when he returned home, the cat freaked. Who is this big loud stranger who has invaded our home??? It took John 2 years to win over the cat, and to this day she still prefers my sister. *g*
Bronwyn, cats can be very picky about who they trust, and they can embarrass (or ribbon-slice) those they don’t trust. Yet for all their quirks and foibles, I couldn’t be without a cat.
My sister made the mistake of adopting a cat while her husband was on a hunting trip. She and the cat bonded during the 2 weeks her husband was gone, and when he returned home, the cat freaked. Who is this big loud stranger who has invaded our home??? It took John 2 years to win over the cat, and to this day she still prefers my sister. *g*
Bronwyn, cats can be very picky about who they trust, and they can embarrass (or ribbon-slice) those they don’t trust. Yet for all their quirks and foibles, I couldn’t be without a cat.
My sister made the mistake of adopting a cat while her husband was on a hunting trip. She and the cat bonded during the 2 weeks her husband was gone, and when he returned home, the cat freaked. Who is this big loud stranger who has invaded our home??? It took John 2 years to win over the cat, and to this day she still prefers my sister. *g*
Bronwyn, cats can be very picky about who they trust, and they can embarrass (or ribbon-slice) those they don’t trust. Yet for all their quirks and foibles, I couldn’t be without a cat.
My sister made the mistake of adopting a cat while her husband was on a hunting trip. She and the cat bonded during the 2 weeks her husband was gone, and when he returned home, the cat freaked. Who is this big loud stranger who has invaded our home??? It took John 2 years to win over the cat, and to this day she still prefers my sister. *g*
Bronwyn, cats can be very picky about who they trust, and they can embarrass (or ribbon-slice) those they don’t trust. Yet for all their quirks and foibles, I couldn’t be without a cat.
My sister made the mistake of adopting a cat while her husband was on a hunting trip. She and the cat bonded during the 2 weeks her husband was gone, and when he returned home, the cat freaked. Who is this big loud stranger who has invaded our home??? It took John 2 years to win over the cat, and to this day she still prefers my sister. *g*
I’m not leaving a comment for books, *grin*, just a suggestion from experience. If the kitten bottle is difficult to manage, sometimes an eyedropper goes a little smoother. You just have to learn to control the flow rate–how hard you squeeze. But it can be easier to direct it in the kitten’s mouth. Also, kitten on his back or at a forty-five angle, wrapped in a large washcloth to restrain some of the wiggling, is the easiest way I’ve ever done it.
I so much wish you the best with this little guy. I’ve spent my whole life pulling one animal after another out of a mess, so it’s lovely to know somebody else is engaged in one of these “projects.”
Names… I vote “Simba.” That is so much the expression of the fourth pic posted. 🙂
I’m not leaving a comment for books, *grin*, just a suggestion from experience. If the kitten bottle is difficult to manage, sometimes an eyedropper goes a little smoother. You just have to learn to control the flow rate–how hard you squeeze. But it can be easier to direct it in the kitten’s mouth. Also, kitten on his back or at a forty-five angle, wrapped in a large washcloth to restrain some of the wiggling, is the easiest way I’ve ever done it.
I so much wish you the best with this little guy. I’ve spent my whole life pulling one animal after another out of a mess, so it’s lovely to know somebody else is engaged in one of these “projects.”
Names… I vote “Simba.” That is so much the expression of the fourth pic posted. 🙂
I’m not leaving a comment for books, *grin*, just a suggestion from experience. If the kitten bottle is difficult to manage, sometimes an eyedropper goes a little smoother. You just have to learn to control the flow rate–how hard you squeeze. But it can be easier to direct it in the kitten’s mouth. Also, kitten on his back or at a forty-five angle, wrapped in a large washcloth to restrain some of the wiggling, is the easiest way I’ve ever done it.
I so much wish you the best with this little guy. I’ve spent my whole life pulling one animal after another out of a mess, so it’s lovely to know somebody else is engaged in one of these “projects.”
Names… I vote “Simba.” That is so much the expression of the fourth pic posted. 🙂
I’m not leaving a comment for books, *grin*, just a suggestion from experience. If the kitten bottle is difficult to manage, sometimes an eyedropper goes a little smoother. You just have to learn to control the flow rate–how hard you squeeze. But it can be easier to direct it in the kitten’s mouth. Also, kitten on his back or at a forty-five angle, wrapped in a large washcloth to restrain some of the wiggling, is the easiest way I’ve ever done it.
I so much wish you the best with this little guy. I’ve spent my whole life pulling one animal after another out of a mess, so it’s lovely to know somebody else is engaged in one of these “projects.”
Names… I vote “Simba.” That is so much the expression of the fourth pic posted. 🙂
I’m not leaving a comment for books, *grin*, just a suggestion from experience. If the kitten bottle is difficult to manage, sometimes an eyedropper goes a little smoother. You just have to learn to control the flow rate–how hard you squeeze. But it can be easier to direct it in the kitten’s mouth. Also, kitten on his back or at a forty-five angle, wrapped in a large washcloth to restrain some of the wiggling, is the easiest way I’ve ever done it.
I so much wish you the best with this little guy. I’ve spent my whole life pulling one animal after another out of a mess, so it’s lovely to know somebody else is engaged in one of these “projects.”
Names… I vote “Simba.” That is so much the expression of the fourth pic posted. 🙂
I vote for Aidan (Gaelic for little fire), since he seems like a little firecracker and was found on Independence Day. 😀
I vote for Aidan (Gaelic for little fire), since he seems like a little firecracker and was found on Independence Day. 😀
I vote for Aidan (Gaelic for little fire), since he seems like a little firecracker and was found on Independence Day. 😀
I vote for Aidan (Gaelic for little fire), since he seems like a little firecracker and was found on Independence Day. 😀
I vote for Aidan (Gaelic for little fire), since he seems like a little firecracker and was found on Independence Day. 😀
My son has trouble with the “k” sound (he’s only 3) and calls kittens “Pitty Pat” which I think would be a great name for a little cat (I’m badly allergic so it won’t be my kitten!). Or I once read a history of Ireland and one of the manuscripts of a medieval Irish monk was a little poem: “I and Pangur Ban my cat, ’tis a like task we’re at. Hunting mice is his delight, hunting words I sit all night.” So if I were to name a cat I’d go for either “Pitty Pat” or “Pangur Ban”.
My son has trouble with the “k” sound (he’s only 3) and calls kittens “Pitty Pat” which I think would be a great name for a little cat (I’m badly allergic so it won’t be my kitten!). Or I once read a history of Ireland and one of the manuscripts of a medieval Irish monk was a little poem: “I and Pangur Ban my cat, ’tis a like task we’re at. Hunting mice is his delight, hunting words I sit all night.” So if I were to name a cat I’d go for either “Pitty Pat” or “Pangur Ban”.
My son has trouble with the “k” sound (he’s only 3) and calls kittens “Pitty Pat” which I think would be a great name for a little cat (I’m badly allergic so it won’t be my kitten!). Or I once read a history of Ireland and one of the manuscripts of a medieval Irish monk was a little poem: “I and Pangur Ban my cat, ’tis a like task we’re at. Hunting mice is his delight, hunting words I sit all night.” So if I were to name a cat I’d go for either “Pitty Pat” or “Pangur Ban”.
My son has trouble with the “k” sound (he’s only 3) and calls kittens “Pitty Pat” which I think would be a great name for a little cat (I’m badly allergic so it won’t be my kitten!). Or I once read a history of Ireland and one of the manuscripts of a medieval Irish monk was a little poem: “I and Pangur Ban my cat, ’tis a like task we’re at. Hunting mice is his delight, hunting words I sit all night.” So if I were to name a cat I’d go for either “Pitty Pat” or “Pangur Ban”.
My son has trouble with the “k” sound (he’s only 3) and calls kittens “Pitty Pat” which I think would be a great name for a little cat (I’m badly allergic so it won’t be my kitten!). Or I once read a history of Ireland and one of the manuscripts of a medieval Irish monk was a little poem: “I and Pangur Ban my cat, ’tis a like task we’re at. Hunting mice is his delight, hunting words I sit all night.” So if I were to name a cat I’d go for either “Pitty Pat” or “Pangur Ban”.
Congrats on the new kitten. The bottle babies can be a handful. 🙂 Is your vet 100% sure the kitten is a boy? I ask because the pictures show a brown tabby with a couple of orange streaks. That’s a hallmark sign of a female tortoiseshell tabby. Sexing can sometimes be a little tricky in tiny kittens and I’ve seen oopses many times even by vets. Or you may have a rare torti male. Or the pictures look different than the reality. But, to me, I would be surprised if we really were a boy based on your images so be careful with gender names!
Re: bottle feeding, it’s best to pierce the nipple multiple times or make a *very* tiny X in the end. The standard opening requires too much suction for the average kitten to do well though yours sounds determined enough to get it right. Cutting a hole in the nipple or a sizeable X usually causes the formula to flow too quickly. I suspect your baby will be ready to start swimming through dishes of formula and kitten wet food gruel mixtures within days.
Final bottle baby tip, use moistened cotton balls rather than paper towels to avoid diaper rash when stimulating elimination.
Good luck and keep us posted on his? progress.
Congrats on the new kitten. The bottle babies can be a handful. 🙂 Is your vet 100% sure the kitten is a boy? I ask because the pictures show a brown tabby with a couple of orange streaks. That’s a hallmark sign of a female tortoiseshell tabby. Sexing can sometimes be a little tricky in tiny kittens and I’ve seen oopses many times even by vets. Or you may have a rare torti male. Or the pictures look different than the reality. But, to me, I would be surprised if we really were a boy based on your images so be careful with gender names!
Re: bottle feeding, it’s best to pierce the nipple multiple times or make a *very* tiny X in the end. The standard opening requires too much suction for the average kitten to do well though yours sounds determined enough to get it right. Cutting a hole in the nipple or a sizeable X usually causes the formula to flow too quickly. I suspect your baby will be ready to start swimming through dishes of formula and kitten wet food gruel mixtures within days.
Final bottle baby tip, use moistened cotton balls rather than paper towels to avoid diaper rash when stimulating elimination.
Good luck and keep us posted on his? progress.
Congrats on the new kitten. The bottle babies can be a handful. 🙂 Is your vet 100% sure the kitten is a boy? I ask because the pictures show a brown tabby with a couple of orange streaks. That’s a hallmark sign of a female tortoiseshell tabby. Sexing can sometimes be a little tricky in tiny kittens and I’ve seen oopses many times even by vets. Or you may have a rare torti male. Or the pictures look different than the reality. But, to me, I would be surprised if we really were a boy based on your images so be careful with gender names!
Re: bottle feeding, it’s best to pierce the nipple multiple times or make a *very* tiny X in the end. The standard opening requires too much suction for the average kitten to do well though yours sounds determined enough to get it right. Cutting a hole in the nipple or a sizeable X usually causes the formula to flow too quickly. I suspect your baby will be ready to start swimming through dishes of formula and kitten wet food gruel mixtures within days.
Final bottle baby tip, use moistened cotton balls rather than paper towels to avoid diaper rash when stimulating elimination.
Good luck and keep us posted on his? progress.
Congrats on the new kitten. The bottle babies can be a handful. 🙂 Is your vet 100% sure the kitten is a boy? I ask because the pictures show a brown tabby with a couple of orange streaks. That’s a hallmark sign of a female tortoiseshell tabby. Sexing can sometimes be a little tricky in tiny kittens and I’ve seen oopses many times even by vets. Or you may have a rare torti male. Or the pictures look different than the reality. But, to me, I would be surprised if we really were a boy based on your images so be careful with gender names!
Re: bottle feeding, it’s best to pierce the nipple multiple times or make a *very* tiny X in the end. The standard opening requires too much suction for the average kitten to do well though yours sounds determined enough to get it right. Cutting a hole in the nipple or a sizeable X usually causes the formula to flow too quickly. I suspect your baby will be ready to start swimming through dishes of formula and kitten wet food gruel mixtures within days.
Final bottle baby tip, use moistened cotton balls rather than paper towels to avoid diaper rash when stimulating elimination.
Good luck and keep us posted on his? progress.
Congrats on the new kitten. The bottle babies can be a handful. 🙂 Is your vet 100% sure the kitten is a boy? I ask because the pictures show a brown tabby with a couple of orange streaks. That’s a hallmark sign of a female tortoiseshell tabby. Sexing can sometimes be a little tricky in tiny kittens and I’ve seen oopses many times even by vets. Or you may have a rare torti male. Or the pictures look different than the reality. But, to me, I would be surprised if we really were a boy based on your images so be careful with gender names!
Re: bottle feeding, it’s best to pierce the nipple multiple times or make a *very* tiny X in the end. The standard opening requires too much suction for the average kitten to do well though yours sounds determined enough to get it right. Cutting a hole in the nipple or a sizeable X usually causes the formula to flow too quickly. I suspect your baby will be ready to start swimming through dishes of formula and kitten wet food gruel mixtures within days.
Final bottle baby tip, use moistened cotton balls rather than paper towels to avoid diaper rash when stimulating elimination.
Good luck and keep us posted on his? progress.
I’m back, and so enjoying all of these rescue stories and name suggestions. Thank you.
Janice, I think all pet lovers would agree with you there. I know each and everyone of my pets over the years has given me far more than I gave them.
I’ve brought home lots of animals over time — kittens, dogs, a cockatoo… Every one has enriched my life.
I’m back, and so enjoying all of these rescue stories and name suggestions. Thank you.
Janice, I think all pet lovers would agree with you there. I know each and everyone of my pets over the years has given me far more than I gave them.
I’ve brought home lots of animals over time — kittens, dogs, a cockatoo… Every one has enriched my life.
I’m back, and so enjoying all of these rescue stories and name suggestions. Thank you.
Janice, I think all pet lovers would agree with you there. I know each and everyone of my pets over the years has given me far more than I gave them.
I’ve brought home lots of animals over time — kittens, dogs, a cockatoo… Every one has enriched my life.
I’m back, and so enjoying all of these rescue stories and name suggestions. Thank you.
Janice, I think all pet lovers would agree with you there. I know each and everyone of my pets over the years has given me far more than I gave them.
I’ve brought home lots of animals over time — kittens, dogs, a cockatoo… Every one has enriched my life.
I’m back, and so enjoying all of these rescue stories and name suggestions. Thank you.
Janice, I think all pet lovers would agree with you there. I know each and everyone of my pets over the years has given me far more than I gave them.
I’ve brought home lots of animals over time — kittens, dogs, a cockatoo… Every one has enriched my life.
Trish, I laughed out loud at your crucifix cat — we had one that used to do that, too, particularly at night in summer when the windows were open. My brother took to sleeping with a loaded water pistol beside the bed, and when the cat came calling, he’d fire off some discouragement. Then the cat came to my window… and of course I’d let it in, much to the rest of the family’s annoyance.
Trish, I laughed out loud at your crucifix cat — we had one that used to do that, too, particularly at night in summer when the windows were open. My brother took to sleeping with a loaded water pistol beside the bed, and when the cat came calling, he’d fire off some discouragement. Then the cat came to my window… and of course I’d let it in, much to the rest of the family’s annoyance.
Trish, I laughed out loud at your crucifix cat — we had one that used to do that, too, particularly at night in summer when the windows were open. My brother took to sleeping with a loaded water pistol beside the bed, and when the cat came calling, he’d fire off some discouragement. Then the cat came to my window… and of course I’d let it in, much to the rest of the family’s annoyance.
Trish, I laughed out loud at your crucifix cat — we had one that used to do that, too, particularly at night in summer when the windows were open. My brother took to sleeping with a loaded water pistol beside the bed, and when the cat came calling, he’d fire off some discouragement. Then the cat came to my window… and of course I’d let it in, much to the rest of the family’s annoyance.
Trish, I laughed out loud at your crucifix cat — we had one that used to do that, too, particularly at night in summer when the windows were open. My brother took to sleeping with a loaded water pistol beside the bed, and when the cat came calling, he’d fire off some discouragement. Then the cat came to my window… and of course I’d let it in, much to the rest of the family’s annoyance.
I suggest Indy for his name, since he called to you on Independence Day.
I have rescued a few cats over the years. From the beautiful Russian Blue lookalike who came home hidden in my brother’s jacket (brother claimed kitten was about to be thrown out a car window) to the two who showed up at my apartment door when I already had 2 cats (!) to the feral kittens we rescued when we noticed the girl was limping. She needed surgery for a hip dislocation, so we had the surgery done and kept her (adopted brother out). She only ever bonded with me and lived much of her life under our bed, but I always had time and a pet to share with her and I know she had a good life–safe inside.
Best of luck with your new furry friend!
I suggest Indy for his name, since he called to you on Independence Day.
I have rescued a few cats over the years. From the beautiful Russian Blue lookalike who came home hidden in my brother’s jacket (brother claimed kitten was about to be thrown out a car window) to the two who showed up at my apartment door when I already had 2 cats (!) to the feral kittens we rescued when we noticed the girl was limping. She needed surgery for a hip dislocation, so we had the surgery done and kept her (adopted brother out). She only ever bonded with me and lived much of her life under our bed, but I always had time and a pet to share with her and I know she had a good life–safe inside.
Best of luck with your new furry friend!
I suggest Indy for his name, since he called to you on Independence Day.
I have rescued a few cats over the years. From the beautiful Russian Blue lookalike who came home hidden in my brother’s jacket (brother claimed kitten was about to be thrown out a car window) to the two who showed up at my apartment door when I already had 2 cats (!) to the feral kittens we rescued when we noticed the girl was limping. She needed surgery for a hip dislocation, so we had the surgery done and kept her (adopted brother out). She only ever bonded with me and lived much of her life under our bed, but I always had time and a pet to share with her and I know she had a good life–safe inside.
Best of luck with your new furry friend!
I suggest Indy for his name, since he called to you on Independence Day.
I have rescued a few cats over the years. From the beautiful Russian Blue lookalike who came home hidden in my brother’s jacket (brother claimed kitten was about to be thrown out a car window) to the two who showed up at my apartment door when I already had 2 cats (!) to the feral kittens we rescued when we noticed the girl was limping. She needed surgery for a hip dislocation, so we had the surgery done and kept her (adopted brother out). She only ever bonded with me and lived much of her life under our bed, but I always had time and a pet to share with her and I know she had a good life–safe inside.
Best of luck with your new furry friend!
I suggest Indy for his name, since he called to you on Independence Day.
I have rescued a few cats over the years. From the beautiful Russian Blue lookalike who came home hidden in my brother’s jacket (brother claimed kitten was about to be thrown out a car window) to the two who showed up at my apartment door when I already had 2 cats (!) to the feral kittens we rescued when we noticed the girl was limping. She needed surgery for a hip dislocation, so we had the surgery done and kept her (adopted brother out). She only ever bonded with me and lived much of her life under our bed, but I always had time and a pet to share with her and I know she had a good life–safe inside.
Best of luck with your new furry friend!
Lucy, thank you for the tips! They are much appreciated. It’s obvious you’ve been doing this a long time and know what you’re talking about.
The biggest problem I have with bottle feeding my little guy is his very sharp claws. While suckling, he hooks into my hand with those little daggers, and his aim is unerring, either piercing under a fingernail in imitation of Chinese bamboo torture, or hooking into side of the fingernail and ripping the cuticle. It’s gotten so bad that I wrap the bottle in a dishtowel (with the nipple sticking out) so he can hook those daggers into the towel instead of my hand.
He now associates the dish towel with food, and roots around in the towel while I’m preparing his formula!
Lucy, thank you for the tips! They are much appreciated. It’s obvious you’ve been doing this a long time and know what you’re talking about.
The biggest problem I have with bottle feeding my little guy is his very sharp claws. While suckling, he hooks into my hand with those little daggers, and his aim is unerring, either piercing under a fingernail in imitation of Chinese bamboo torture, or hooking into side of the fingernail and ripping the cuticle. It’s gotten so bad that I wrap the bottle in a dishtowel (with the nipple sticking out) so he can hook those daggers into the towel instead of my hand.
He now associates the dish towel with food, and roots around in the towel while I’m preparing his formula!
Lucy, thank you for the tips! They are much appreciated. It’s obvious you’ve been doing this a long time and know what you’re talking about.
The biggest problem I have with bottle feeding my little guy is his very sharp claws. While suckling, he hooks into my hand with those little daggers, and his aim is unerring, either piercing under a fingernail in imitation of Chinese bamboo torture, or hooking into side of the fingernail and ripping the cuticle. It’s gotten so bad that I wrap the bottle in a dishtowel (with the nipple sticking out) so he can hook those daggers into the towel instead of my hand.
He now associates the dish towel with food, and roots around in the towel while I’m preparing his formula!
Lucy, thank you for the tips! They are much appreciated. It’s obvious you’ve been doing this a long time and know what you’re talking about.
The biggest problem I have with bottle feeding my little guy is his very sharp claws. While suckling, he hooks into my hand with those little daggers, and his aim is unerring, either piercing under a fingernail in imitation of Chinese bamboo torture, or hooking into side of the fingernail and ripping the cuticle. It’s gotten so bad that I wrap the bottle in a dishtowel (with the nipple sticking out) so he can hook those daggers into the towel instead of my hand.
He now associates the dish towel with food, and roots around in the towel while I’m preparing his formula!
Lucy, thank you for the tips! They are much appreciated. It’s obvious you’ve been doing this a long time and know what you’re talking about.
The biggest problem I have with bottle feeding my little guy is his very sharp claws. While suckling, he hooks into my hand with those little daggers, and his aim is unerring, either piercing under a fingernail in imitation of Chinese bamboo torture, or hooking into side of the fingernail and ripping the cuticle. It’s gotten so bad that I wrap the bottle in a dishtowel (with the nipple sticking out) so he can hook those daggers into the towel instead of my hand.
He now associates the dish towel with food, and roots around in the towel while I’m preparing his formula!
Barbara, I love “Little Firecracker”! And I didn’t know that’s what Aiden meant. Aiden has an old world feel to it that has much appeal to this history buff!
Barbara, I love “Little Firecracker”! And I didn’t know that’s what Aiden meant. Aiden has an old world feel to it that has much appeal to this history buff!
Barbara, I love “Little Firecracker”! And I didn’t know that’s what Aiden meant. Aiden has an old world feel to it that has much appeal to this history buff!
Barbara, I love “Little Firecracker”! And I didn’t know that’s what Aiden meant. Aiden has an old world feel to it that has much appeal to this history buff!
Barbara, I love “Little Firecracker”! And I didn’t know that’s what Aiden meant. Aiden has an old world feel to it that has much appeal to this history buff!
Jana, “Pity Pat” was the nickname I gave one of my cats many years ago!
Thank you for sharing that delightful little poem about the monk and his cat, Pangur Ban. I love the sound of that name and wonder if it’s Gaelic?
Jana, “Pity Pat” was the nickname I gave one of my cats many years ago!
Thank you for sharing that delightful little poem about the monk and his cat, Pangur Ban. I love the sound of that name and wonder if it’s Gaelic?
Jana, “Pity Pat” was the nickname I gave one of my cats many years ago!
Thank you for sharing that delightful little poem about the monk and his cat, Pangur Ban. I love the sound of that name and wonder if it’s Gaelic?
Jana, “Pity Pat” was the nickname I gave one of my cats many years ago!
Thank you for sharing that delightful little poem about the monk and his cat, Pangur Ban. I love the sound of that name and wonder if it’s Gaelic?
Jana, “Pity Pat” was the nickname I gave one of my cats many years ago!
Thank you for sharing that delightful little poem about the monk and his cat, Pangur Ban. I love the sound of that name and wonder if it’s Gaelic?
Karen, I’d thought of “Indy” too, for Independence Day. (And immediately thought of Indiana Jones!)
It sounds like you’ve done your share of cat rescues! It must run in the family if your brother brought one home in his jacket!
Karen, I’d thought of “Indy” too, for Independence Day. (And immediately thought of Indiana Jones!)
It sounds like you’ve done your share of cat rescues! It must run in the family if your brother brought one home in his jacket!
Karen, I’d thought of “Indy” too, for Independence Day. (And immediately thought of Indiana Jones!)
It sounds like you’ve done your share of cat rescues! It must run in the family if your brother brought one home in his jacket!
Karen, I’d thought of “Indy” too, for Independence Day. (And immediately thought of Indiana Jones!)
It sounds like you’ve done your share of cat rescues! It must run in the family if your brother brought one home in his jacket!
Karen, I’d thought of “Indy” too, for Independence Day. (And immediately thought of Indiana Jones!)
It sounds like you’ve done your share of cat rescues! It must run in the family if your brother brought one home in his jacket!
I once had a semi-feral cat who decided that I was okay for a human being and allowed me to care for it. Some time later, she had a litter on my property and unfortunately met a tragic end while the kittens were not even weaned. Suddenly I was “mama” to five tiny, squirmy creatures (and rather loud ones, too). I was a student back then, so needless to say, the following few weeks were a bit difficult (I owe a lot to my extended family). And I know what you mean by the clawing, Sherrie–those tiny needles hurt! As soon as they were ready, I sent them out to foster homes and tried to catch up on sleep.
I’m a fan of the name Rolf. Please do keep us updated!
I once had a semi-feral cat who decided that I was okay for a human being and allowed me to care for it. Some time later, she had a litter on my property and unfortunately met a tragic end while the kittens were not even weaned. Suddenly I was “mama” to five tiny, squirmy creatures (and rather loud ones, too). I was a student back then, so needless to say, the following few weeks were a bit difficult (I owe a lot to my extended family). And I know what you mean by the clawing, Sherrie–those tiny needles hurt! As soon as they were ready, I sent them out to foster homes and tried to catch up on sleep.
I’m a fan of the name Rolf. Please do keep us updated!
I once had a semi-feral cat who decided that I was okay for a human being and allowed me to care for it. Some time later, she had a litter on my property and unfortunately met a tragic end while the kittens were not even weaned. Suddenly I was “mama” to five tiny, squirmy creatures (and rather loud ones, too). I was a student back then, so needless to say, the following few weeks were a bit difficult (I owe a lot to my extended family). And I know what you mean by the clawing, Sherrie–those tiny needles hurt! As soon as they were ready, I sent them out to foster homes and tried to catch up on sleep.
I’m a fan of the name Rolf. Please do keep us updated!
I once had a semi-feral cat who decided that I was okay for a human being and allowed me to care for it. Some time later, she had a litter on my property and unfortunately met a tragic end while the kittens were not even weaned. Suddenly I was “mama” to five tiny, squirmy creatures (and rather loud ones, too). I was a student back then, so needless to say, the following few weeks were a bit difficult (I owe a lot to my extended family). And I know what you mean by the clawing, Sherrie–those tiny needles hurt! As soon as they were ready, I sent them out to foster homes and tried to catch up on sleep.
I’m a fan of the name Rolf. Please do keep us updated!
I once had a semi-feral cat who decided that I was okay for a human being and allowed me to care for it. Some time later, she had a litter on my property and unfortunately met a tragic end while the kittens were not even weaned. Suddenly I was “mama” to five tiny, squirmy creatures (and rather loud ones, too). I was a student back then, so needless to say, the following few weeks were a bit difficult (I owe a lot to my extended family). And I know what you mean by the clawing, Sherrie–those tiny needles hurt! As soon as they were ready, I sent them out to foster homes and tried to catch up on sleep.
I’m a fan of the name Rolf. Please do keep us updated!
How about Intrepid as a name?
I have never had a kitten so young without the mother . I have had a zillion cats in my time– once we had fourteen at once. The names had one commentator saying we had an anthology of cats. Fortunately I had a 2 storey house with a fireplace and two bathrooms for litter boxes. I confess the cats were due to the fact I have 3 children who each contributed 3 cats, Others arrrived because the appointment with the vet was a day late.
Now at the condo we are only supposed to have 1 pet. I have two ( again from a son) a mother and daughter. The daughter is twice the size of the mother and is guilty of elder abuse.
How about Intrepid as a name?
I have never had a kitten so young without the mother . I have had a zillion cats in my time– once we had fourteen at once. The names had one commentator saying we had an anthology of cats. Fortunately I had a 2 storey house with a fireplace and two bathrooms for litter boxes. I confess the cats were due to the fact I have 3 children who each contributed 3 cats, Others arrrived because the appointment with the vet was a day late.
Now at the condo we are only supposed to have 1 pet. I have two ( again from a son) a mother and daughter. The daughter is twice the size of the mother and is guilty of elder abuse.
How about Intrepid as a name?
I have never had a kitten so young without the mother . I have had a zillion cats in my time– once we had fourteen at once. The names had one commentator saying we had an anthology of cats. Fortunately I had a 2 storey house with a fireplace and two bathrooms for litter boxes. I confess the cats were due to the fact I have 3 children who each contributed 3 cats, Others arrrived because the appointment with the vet was a day late.
Now at the condo we are only supposed to have 1 pet. I have two ( again from a son) a mother and daughter. The daughter is twice the size of the mother and is guilty of elder abuse.
How about Intrepid as a name?
I have never had a kitten so young without the mother . I have had a zillion cats in my time– once we had fourteen at once. The names had one commentator saying we had an anthology of cats. Fortunately I had a 2 storey house with a fireplace and two bathrooms for litter boxes. I confess the cats were due to the fact I have 3 children who each contributed 3 cats, Others arrrived because the appointment with the vet was a day late.
Now at the condo we are only supposed to have 1 pet. I have two ( again from a son) a mother and daughter. The daughter is twice the size of the mother and is guilty of elder abuse.
How about Intrepid as a name?
I have never had a kitten so young without the mother . I have had a zillion cats in my time– once we had fourteen at once. The names had one commentator saying we had an anthology of cats. Fortunately I had a 2 storey house with a fireplace and two bathrooms for litter boxes. I confess the cats were due to the fact I have 3 children who each contributed 3 cats, Others arrrived because the appointment with the vet was a day late.
Now at the condo we are only supposed to have 1 pet. I have two ( again from a son) a mother and daughter. The daughter is twice the size of the mother and is guilty of elder abuse.
I get shelter kitties, not rescue ones. My husband (now-ex) wanted a pair because he thought one would be lonely. We adopted a pair that had been declawed all four paws so they required extra paperwork which guaranteed we would never ever let them outside of an apartment. The shelter had named them Julia and Robert. My husband had a talk with Robert and they agreed he was a Bobbie. They used to groom each other for hours. Julia was heartbroken when Bobbie passed due to cancer. Julia just recently joined her brother, so I imagine she’s no longer lonely. I always felt badly that I couldn’t give her the attention that Bobbie did.
May you enjoy your kitten even more than I loved Julia and Robbie.
I knew Mary Jo is a pet person. There was a wonderful cat in The Rake and who could forget Coquette in one of the Malloren (sp?) novels.
I get shelter kitties, not rescue ones. My husband (now-ex) wanted a pair because he thought one would be lonely. We adopted a pair that had been declawed all four paws so they required extra paperwork which guaranteed we would never ever let them outside of an apartment. The shelter had named them Julia and Robert. My husband had a talk with Robert and they agreed he was a Bobbie. They used to groom each other for hours. Julia was heartbroken when Bobbie passed due to cancer. Julia just recently joined her brother, so I imagine she’s no longer lonely. I always felt badly that I couldn’t give her the attention that Bobbie did.
May you enjoy your kitten even more than I loved Julia and Robbie.
I knew Mary Jo is a pet person. There was a wonderful cat in The Rake and who could forget Coquette in one of the Malloren (sp?) novels.
I get shelter kitties, not rescue ones. My husband (now-ex) wanted a pair because he thought one would be lonely. We adopted a pair that had been declawed all four paws so they required extra paperwork which guaranteed we would never ever let them outside of an apartment. The shelter had named them Julia and Robert. My husband had a talk with Robert and they agreed he was a Bobbie. They used to groom each other for hours. Julia was heartbroken when Bobbie passed due to cancer. Julia just recently joined her brother, so I imagine she’s no longer lonely. I always felt badly that I couldn’t give her the attention that Bobbie did.
May you enjoy your kitten even more than I loved Julia and Robbie.
I knew Mary Jo is a pet person. There was a wonderful cat in The Rake and who could forget Coquette in one of the Malloren (sp?) novels.
I get shelter kitties, not rescue ones. My husband (now-ex) wanted a pair because he thought one would be lonely. We adopted a pair that had been declawed all four paws so they required extra paperwork which guaranteed we would never ever let them outside of an apartment. The shelter had named them Julia and Robert. My husband had a talk with Robert and they agreed he was a Bobbie. They used to groom each other for hours. Julia was heartbroken when Bobbie passed due to cancer. Julia just recently joined her brother, so I imagine she’s no longer lonely. I always felt badly that I couldn’t give her the attention that Bobbie did.
May you enjoy your kitten even more than I loved Julia and Robbie.
I knew Mary Jo is a pet person. There was a wonderful cat in The Rake and who could forget Coquette in one of the Malloren (sp?) novels.
I get shelter kitties, not rescue ones. My husband (now-ex) wanted a pair because he thought one would be lonely. We adopted a pair that had been declawed all four paws so they required extra paperwork which guaranteed we would never ever let them outside of an apartment. The shelter had named them Julia and Robert. My husband had a talk with Robert and they agreed he was a Bobbie. They used to groom each other for hours. Julia was heartbroken when Bobbie passed due to cancer. Julia just recently joined her brother, so I imagine she’s no longer lonely. I always felt badly that I couldn’t give her the attention that Bobbie did.
May you enjoy your kitten even more than I loved Julia and Robbie.
I knew Mary Jo is a pet person. There was a wonderful cat in The Rake and who could forget Coquette in one of the Malloren (sp?) novels.
How about Hodge – that was the name of Dr Johnson’s cat – and as you’re a writer, it’s very apt – Loving the mental view of the ascent up Mt Pencil pot 🙂
How about Hodge – that was the name of Dr Johnson’s cat – and as you’re a writer, it’s very apt – Loving the mental view of the ascent up Mt Pencil pot 🙂
How about Hodge – that was the name of Dr Johnson’s cat – and as you’re a writer, it’s very apt – Loving the mental view of the ascent up Mt Pencil pot 🙂
How about Hodge – that was the name of Dr Johnson’s cat – and as you’re a writer, it’s very apt – Loving the mental view of the ascent up Mt Pencil pot 🙂
How about Hodge – that was the name of Dr Johnson’s cat – and as you’re a writer, it’s very apt – Loving the mental view of the ascent up Mt Pencil pot 🙂
Adorable! I’ve bottle raised many a kitten over the years and it always seems to reward you with the most loving, attached cat imaginable.
Adorable! I’ve bottle raised many a kitten over the years and it always seems to reward you with the most loving, attached cat imaginable.
Adorable! I’ve bottle raised many a kitten over the years and it always seems to reward you with the most loving, attached cat imaginable.
Adorable! I’ve bottle raised many a kitten over the years and it always seems to reward you with the most loving, attached cat imaginable.
Adorable! I’ve bottle raised many a kitten over the years and it always seems to reward you with the most loving, attached cat imaginable.
Julie, I have my hands full with one orphaned kitten. I can’t imagine what you went through with five! Wow. No wonder you needed to catch up on your sleep once they were fostered out.
Rolf is a fine, bruising name! I love all the name suggestions coming in. They’re all going on my list, and it’ll probably take me the usual week or two before the perfect name rises to the top! (It took me a month to decide on the name “Shona” for my Boxer)
Julie, I have my hands full with one orphaned kitten. I can’t imagine what you went through with five! Wow. No wonder you needed to catch up on your sleep once they were fostered out.
Rolf is a fine, bruising name! I love all the name suggestions coming in. They’re all going on my list, and it’ll probably take me the usual week or two before the perfect name rises to the top! (It took me a month to decide on the name “Shona” for my Boxer)
Julie, I have my hands full with one orphaned kitten. I can’t imagine what you went through with five! Wow. No wonder you needed to catch up on your sleep once they were fostered out.
Rolf is a fine, bruising name! I love all the name suggestions coming in. They’re all going on my list, and it’ll probably take me the usual week or two before the perfect name rises to the top! (It took me a month to decide on the name “Shona” for my Boxer)
Julie, I have my hands full with one orphaned kitten. I can’t imagine what you went through with five! Wow. No wonder you needed to catch up on your sleep once they were fostered out.
Rolf is a fine, bruising name! I love all the name suggestions coming in. They’re all going on my list, and it’ll probably take me the usual week or two before the perfect name rises to the top! (It took me a month to decide on the name “Shona” for my Boxer)
Julie, I have my hands full with one orphaned kitten. I can’t imagine what you went through with five! Wow. No wonder you needed to catch up on your sleep once they were fostered out.
Rolf is a fine, bruising name! I love all the name suggestions coming in. They’re all going on my list, and it’ll probably take me the usual week or two before the perfect name rises to the top! (It took me a month to decide on the name “Shona” for my Boxer)
“The daughter is twice the size of the mother and is guilty of elder abuse.”
LOL! I know what you mean, Nancy. I used to have a mother/daughter combo, only it was the mother who dished out the abuse. The daughter took it stoically and made it a point to stay out of the reach of mama’s claws.
“The daughter is twice the size of the mother and is guilty of elder abuse.”
LOL! I know what you mean, Nancy. I used to have a mother/daughter combo, only it was the mother who dished out the abuse. The daughter took it stoically and made it a point to stay out of the reach of mama’s claws.
“The daughter is twice the size of the mother and is guilty of elder abuse.”
LOL! I know what you mean, Nancy. I used to have a mother/daughter combo, only it was the mother who dished out the abuse. The daughter took it stoically and made it a point to stay out of the reach of mama’s claws.
“The daughter is twice the size of the mother and is guilty of elder abuse.”
LOL! I know what you mean, Nancy. I used to have a mother/daughter combo, only it was the mother who dished out the abuse. The daughter took it stoically and made it a point to stay out of the reach of mama’s claws.
“The daughter is twice the size of the mother and is guilty of elder abuse.”
LOL! I know what you mean, Nancy. I used to have a mother/daughter combo, only it was the mother who dished out the abuse. The daughter took it stoically and made it a point to stay out of the reach of mama’s claws.
“shelter had named them Julia and Robert.”
Funny! (Though I’m with your ex in thinking Bobbie was a more appropriate name for Robert!)
I’m sorry for your loss, Shannon. Now that both Julia and Robert are gone, perhaps a new cat will find its way to your home.
“shelter had named them Julia and Robert.”
Funny! (Though I’m with your ex in thinking Bobbie was a more appropriate name for Robert!)
I’m sorry for your loss, Shannon. Now that both Julia and Robert are gone, perhaps a new cat will find its way to your home.
“shelter had named them Julia and Robert.”
Funny! (Though I’m with your ex in thinking Bobbie was a more appropriate name for Robert!)
I’m sorry for your loss, Shannon. Now that both Julia and Robert are gone, perhaps a new cat will find its way to your home.
“shelter had named them Julia and Robert.”
Funny! (Though I’m with your ex in thinking Bobbie was a more appropriate name for Robert!)
I’m sorry for your loss, Shannon. Now that both Julia and Robert are gone, perhaps a new cat will find its way to your home.
“shelter had named them Julia and Robert.”
Funny! (Though I’m with your ex in thinking Bobbie was a more appropriate name for Robert!)
I’m sorry for your loss, Shannon. Now that both Julia and Robert are gone, perhaps a new cat will find its way to your home.
“How about Hodge – that was the name of Dr Johnson’s cat”
Hi, Cate. Hodge is a wonderful name! It’s unique and not over-used, so that has an immediate appeal to me. I agonize for days and weeks over just the right name. It must fit the animal in question and not be disrespectful. And then, suddenly, the right name pops up and I grab it!
“How about Hodge – that was the name of Dr Johnson’s cat”
Hi, Cate. Hodge is a wonderful name! It’s unique and not over-used, so that has an immediate appeal to me. I agonize for days and weeks over just the right name. It must fit the animal in question and not be disrespectful. And then, suddenly, the right name pops up and I grab it!
“How about Hodge – that was the name of Dr Johnson’s cat”
Hi, Cate. Hodge is a wonderful name! It’s unique and not over-used, so that has an immediate appeal to me. I agonize for days and weeks over just the right name. It must fit the animal in question and not be disrespectful. And then, suddenly, the right name pops up and I grab it!
“How about Hodge – that was the name of Dr Johnson’s cat”
Hi, Cate. Hodge is a wonderful name! It’s unique and not over-used, so that has an immediate appeal to me. I agonize for days and weeks over just the right name. It must fit the animal in question and not be disrespectful. And then, suddenly, the right name pops up and I grab it!
“How about Hodge – that was the name of Dr Johnson’s cat”
Hi, Cate. Hodge is a wonderful name! It’s unique and not over-used, so that has an immediate appeal to me. I agonize for days and weeks over just the right name. It must fit the animal in question and not be disrespectful. And then, suddenly, the right name pops up and I grab it!
“I’ve bottle raised many a kitten over the years and it always seems to reward you with the most loving, attached cat imaginable.”
I think you must be right, Isobel. This little guy has really bonded with me in a remarkable way. The minute I take him out of the crate, he begins purring and “talking” to me. This morning after breakfast he fell asleep in my hand. I’ve made a little sling for him that I wear, and he seems to enjoy keeping me company as I putter about the house.
“I’ve bottle raised many a kitten over the years and it always seems to reward you with the most loving, attached cat imaginable.”
I think you must be right, Isobel. This little guy has really bonded with me in a remarkable way. The minute I take him out of the crate, he begins purring and “talking” to me. This morning after breakfast he fell asleep in my hand. I’ve made a little sling for him that I wear, and he seems to enjoy keeping me company as I putter about the house.
“I’ve bottle raised many a kitten over the years and it always seems to reward you with the most loving, attached cat imaginable.”
I think you must be right, Isobel. This little guy has really bonded with me in a remarkable way. The minute I take him out of the crate, he begins purring and “talking” to me. This morning after breakfast he fell asleep in my hand. I’ve made a little sling for him that I wear, and he seems to enjoy keeping me company as I putter about the house.
“I’ve bottle raised many a kitten over the years and it always seems to reward you with the most loving, attached cat imaginable.”
I think you must be right, Isobel. This little guy has really bonded with me in a remarkable way. The minute I take him out of the crate, he begins purring and “talking” to me. This morning after breakfast he fell asleep in my hand. I’ve made a little sling for him that I wear, and he seems to enjoy keeping me company as I putter about the house.
“I’ve bottle raised many a kitten over the years and it always seems to reward you with the most loving, attached cat imaginable.”
I think you must be right, Isobel. This little guy has really bonded with me in a remarkable way. The minute I take him out of the crate, he begins purring and “talking” to me. This morning after breakfast he fell asleep in my hand. I’ve made a little sling for him that I wear, and he seems to enjoy keeping me company as I putter about the house.
Oh, Sherrie! How fun and what an awesome thing you’ve done. You could name him Mootsa (the easiest way for me to spell it is phonetically) which is Romanian slang for cat. I always wanted one of my dobes named that, but I keep getting overridden 😉
Polydactyls are usually very vocal kitties so you best get used to it. If he’s starting this young, he’s only going to get louder as he grows. Don’t you love it?
Oh, Sherrie! How fun and what an awesome thing you’ve done. You could name him Mootsa (the easiest way for me to spell it is phonetically) which is Romanian slang for cat. I always wanted one of my dobes named that, but I keep getting overridden 😉
Polydactyls are usually very vocal kitties so you best get used to it. If he’s starting this young, he’s only going to get louder as he grows. Don’t you love it?
Oh, Sherrie! How fun and what an awesome thing you’ve done. You could name him Mootsa (the easiest way for me to spell it is phonetically) which is Romanian slang for cat. I always wanted one of my dobes named that, but I keep getting overridden 😉
Polydactyls are usually very vocal kitties so you best get used to it. If he’s starting this young, he’s only going to get louder as he grows. Don’t you love it?
Oh, Sherrie! How fun and what an awesome thing you’ve done. You could name him Mootsa (the easiest way for me to spell it is phonetically) which is Romanian slang for cat. I always wanted one of my dobes named that, but I keep getting overridden 😉
Polydactyls are usually very vocal kitties so you best get used to it. If he’s starting this young, he’s only going to get louder as he grows. Don’t you love it?
Oh, Sherrie! How fun and what an awesome thing you’ve done. You could name him Mootsa (the easiest way for me to spell it is phonetically) which is Romanian slang for cat. I always wanted one of my dobes named that, but I keep getting overridden 😉
Polydactyls are usually very vocal kitties so you best get used to it. If he’s starting this young, he’s only going to get louder as he grows. Don’t you love it?
I live with rescued Boxer dogs. I have had several rescued cats. I believe that becoming the companion of a rescued animal is one of the best of all gifts we can give ourselves.
Phoenix – the cat that rose from certain death.
I live with rescued Boxer dogs. I have had several rescued cats. I believe that becoming the companion of a rescued animal is one of the best of all gifts we can give ourselves.
Phoenix – the cat that rose from certain death.
I live with rescued Boxer dogs. I have had several rescued cats. I believe that becoming the companion of a rescued animal is one of the best of all gifts we can give ourselves.
Phoenix – the cat that rose from certain death.
I live with rescued Boxer dogs. I have had several rescued cats. I believe that becoming the companion of a rescued animal is one of the best of all gifts we can give ourselves.
Phoenix – the cat that rose from certain death.
I live with rescued Boxer dogs. I have had several rescued cats. I believe that becoming the companion of a rescued animal is one of the best of all gifts we can give ourselves.
Phoenix – the cat that rose from certain death.
My husband can barely walk out the door without a stray crossing his path. The strangest, to my mind, have been chickens escaping from pens on the way to the processing plant. At one point we had 4, before finding a friend with sufficient acreage and a kind heart willing to adhere to the no-kill stricture. The first was named Ophelia (for obvious suicidal tendencies), followed by Desdemona and Esmeralda.
My husband can barely walk out the door without a stray crossing his path. The strangest, to my mind, have been chickens escaping from pens on the way to the processing plant. At one point we had 4, before finding a friend with sufficient acreage and a kind heart willing to adhere to the no-kill stricture. The first was named Ophelia (for obvious suicidal tendencies), followed by Desdemona and Esmeralda.
My husband can barely walk out the door without a stray crossing his path. The strangest, to my mind, have been chickens escaping from pens on the way to the processing plant. At one point we had 4, before finding a friend with sufficient acreage and a kind heart willing to adhere to the no-kill stricture. The first was named Ophelia (for obvious suicidal tendencies), followed by Desdemona and Esmeralda.
My husband can barely walk out the door without a stray crossing his path. The strangest, to my mind, have been chickens escaping from pens on the way to the processing plant. At one point we had 4, before finding a friend with sufficient acreage and a kind heart willing to adhere to the no-kill stricture. The first was named Ophelia (for obvious suicidal tendencies), followed by Desdemona and Esmeralda.
My husband can barely walk out the door without a stray crossing his path. The strangest, to my mind, have been chickens escaping from pens on the way to the processing plant. At one point we had 4, before finding a friend with sufficient acreage and a kind heart willing to adhere to the no-kill stricture. The first was named Ophelia (for obvious suicidal tendencies), followed by Desdemona and Esmeralda.
I’ve had a plethora of rescue cats and dogs over the years, although I’ve never had to bottle feed one! Kudos to you for doing it! My current two cats – Franklin Pierce, an elegant gray tabby and Andrew Jackson, a long-haired white and khaki – are the most destructive animals I’ve ever owned! I love them insanely anyway.
As you’ve probably figured out, I name my cats (and have for years) for U. S. presidents. No politics involved, I just pick names.
My suggestion for a name for your little guy is to pick your favorite heroes, one from each Wench, and put the names in a hat and draw one. I can’t wait for updates and to hear what you decide.
I’ve had a plethora of rescue cats and dogs over the years, although I’ve never had to bottle feed one! Kudos to you for doing it! My current two cats – Franklin Pierce, an elegant gray tabby and Andrew Jackson, a long-haired white and khaki – are the most destructive animals I’ve ever owned! I love them insanely anyway.
As you’ve probably figured out, I name my cats (and have for years) for U. S. presidents. No politics involved, I just pick names.
My suggestion for a name for your little guy is to pick your favorite heroes, one from each Wench, and put the names in a hat and draw one. I can’t wait for updates and to hear what you decide.
I’ve had a plethora of rescue cats and dogs over the years, although I’ve never had to bottle feed one! Kudos to you for doing it! My current two cats – Franklin Pierce, an elegant gray tabby and Andrew Jackson, a long-haired white and khaki – are the most destructive animals I’ve ever owned! I love them insanely anyway.
As you’ve probably figured out, I name my cats (and have for years) for U. S. presidents. No politics involved, I just pick names.
My suggestion for a name for your little guy is to pick your favorite heroes, one from each Wench, and put the names in a hat and draw one. I can’t wait for updates and to hear what you decide.
I’ve had a plethora of rescue cats and dogs over the years, although I’ve never had to bottle feed one! Kudos to you for doing it! My current two cats – Franklin Pierce, an elegant gray tabby and Andrew Jackson, a long-haired white and khaki – are the most destructive animals I’ve ever owned! I love them insanely anyway.
As you’ve probably figured out, I name my cats (and have for years) for U. S. presidents. No politics involved, I just pick names.
My suggestion for a name for your little guy is to pick your favorite heroes, one from each Wench, and put the names in a hat and draw one. I can’t wait for updates and to hear what you decide.
I’ve had a plethora of rescue cats and dogs over the years, although I’ve never had to bottle feed one! Kudos to you for doing it! My current two cats – Franklin Pierce, an elegant gray tabby and Andrew Jackson, a long-haired white and khaki – are the most destructive animals I’ve ever owned! I love them insanely anyway.
As you’ve probably figured out, I name my cats (and have for years) for U. S. presidents. No politics involved, I just pick names.
My suggestion for a name for your little guy is to pick your favorite heroes, one from each Wench, and put the names in a hat and draw one. I can’t wait for updates and to hear what you decide.
Reading about everyones cats is giving me cat withdrawl symptoms I always had a cat until twelve years ago when Fergus the Fearless passed away at seventeen and the daughter and I went out to find a kitten and came home with a batty spaniel!!He was such a handful somehow we never got the kitten.Tho Sprockit was the best diet aid I have ever had,walking four or five miles a day does wonders for the figure !Sadly our Sprockit passed away at Easter so no pets at all at the moment.Little does the husband suspect but I have a plan – – – after we get back from Scotland in September — !
Reading about everyones cats is giving me cat withdrawl symptoms I always had a cat until twelve years ago when Fergus the Fearless passed away at seventeen and the daughter and I went out to find a kitten and came home with a batty spaniel!!He was such a handful somehow we never got the kitten.Tho Sprockit was the best diet aid I have ever had,walking four or five miles a day does wonders for the figure !Sadly our Sprockit passed away at Easter so no pets at all at the moment.Little does the husband suspect but I have a plan – – – after we get back from Scotland in September — !
Reading about everyones cats is giving me cat withdrawl symptoms I always had a cat until twelve years ago when Fergus the Fearless passed away at seventeen and the daughter and I went out to find a kitten and came home with a batty spaniel!!He was such a handful somehow we never got the kitten.Tho Sprockit was the best diet aid I have ever had,walking four or five miles a day does wonders for the figure !Sadly our Sprockit passed away at Easter so no pets at all at the moment.Little does the husband suspect but I have a plan – – – after we get back from Scotland in September — !
Reading about everyones cats is giving me cat withdrawl symptoms I always had a cat until twelve years ago when Fergus the Fearless passed away at seventeen and the daughter and I went out to find a kitten and came home with a batty spaniel!!He was such a handful somehow we never got the kitten.Tho Sprockit was the best diet aid I have ever had,walking four or five miles a day does wonders for the figure !Sadly our Sprockit passed away at Easter so no pets at all at the moment.Little does the husband suspect but I have a plan – – – after we get back from Scotland in September — !
Reading about everyones cats is giving me cat withdrawl symptoms I always had a cat until twelve years ago when Fergus the Fearless passed away at seventeen and the daughter and I went out to find a kitten and came home with a batty spaniel!!He was such a handful somehow we never got the kitten.Tho Sprockit was the best diet aid I have ever had,walking four or five miles a day does wonders for the figure !Sadly our Sprockit passed away at Easter so no pets at all at the moment.Little does the husband suspect but I have a plan – – – after we get back from Scotland in September — !
Theo, I love “Mootsa.” That is definitely a unique name! Like the other name suggestions, it will go on my list. I also love that it’s Romanian.
I didn’t know polydactyls were noted for being vocal. This little guy definitely talks. He has a large vocal range, from a very loud and demanding screech, to a silent meow. In between those two extremes we have a large range of yowls, squeaks, meows, fake snarls (when attacking and disembowling my hand), chirps, purrs, etc. When I pick him up he immediately climbs up to my neck and sticks his head under my hair and begins to purr with a loud rumble.
Theo, I love “Mootsa.” That is definitely a unique name! Like the other name suggestions, it will go on my list. I also love that it’s Romanian.
I didn’t know polydactyls were noted for being vocal. This little guy definitely talks. He has a large vocal range, from a very loud and demanding screech, to a silent meow. In between those two extremes we have a large range of yowls, squeaks, meows, fake snarls (when attacking and disembowling my hand), chirps, purrs, etc. When I pick him up he immediately climbs up to my neck and sticks his head under my hair and begins to purr with a loud rumble.
Theo, I love “Mootsa.” That is definitely a unique name! Like the other name suggestions, it will go on my list. I also love that it’s Romanian.
I didn’t know polydactyls were noted for being vocal. This little guy definitely talks. He has a large vocal range, from a very loud and demanding screech, to a silent meow. In between those two extremes we have a large range of yowls, squeaks, meows, fake snarls (when attacking and disembowling my hand), chirps, purrs, etc. When I pick him up he immediately climbs up to my neck and sticks his head under my hair and begins to purr with a loud rumble.
Theo, I love “Mootsa.” That is definitely a unique name! Like the other name suggestions, it will go on my list. I also love that it’s Romanian.
I didn’t know polydactyls were noted for being vocal. This little guy definitely talks. He has a large vocal range, from a very loud and demanding screech, to a silent meow. In between those two extremes we have a large range of yowls, squeaks, meows, fake snarls (when attacking and disembowling my hand), chirps, purrs, etc. When I pick him up he immediately climbs up to my neck and sticks his head under my hair and begins to purr with a loud rumble.
Theo, I love “Mootsa.” That is definitely a unique name! Like the other name suggestions, it will go on my list. I also love that it’s Romanian.
I didn’t know polydactyls were noted for being vocal. This little guy definitely talks. He has a large vocal range, from a very loud and demanding screech, to a silent meow. In between those two extremes we have a large range of yowls, squeaks, meows, fake snarls (when attacking and disembowling my hand), chirps, purrs, etc. When I pick him up he immediately climbs up to my neck and sticks his head under my hair and begins to purr with a loud rumble.
For bottle feeding wrap him as though you would a newborn making sure his paws are tucked in. This usually keeps those tiny, but sharp, claws from shredding your hands. Don’t lean him back though. We’ve had extensive practice at this because of a feral cat living in our neighborhood who is the worst mother ever- she abandons her kitties at about three weeks of age. We have four of her kittens- now fully grown beauties. Like you I am, again, caring for a very young kitten. This one was found by my daughters boyfriend on a busy bridge. Coincidentally she is also polydactyl. We’ve named her Mira, short for Miracle.
Suggested names for your little guy: Angus, Miles, Spunky, and I like the a rocky suggestion from above. Good luck!
For bottle feeding wrap him as though you would a newborn making sure his paws are tucked in. This usually keeps those tiny, but sharp, claws from shredding your hands. Don’t lean him back though. We’ve had extensive practice at this because of a feral cat living in our neighborhood who is the worst mother ever- she abandons her kitties at about three weeks of age. We have four of her kittens- now fully grown beauties. Like you I am, again, caring for a very young kitten. This one was found by my daughters boyfriend on a busy bridge. Coincidentally she is also polydactyl. We’ve named her Mira, short for Miracle.
Suggested names for your little guy: Angus, Miles, Spunky, and I like the a rocky suggestion from above. Good luck!
For bottle feeding wrap him as though you would a newborn making sure his paws are tucked in. This usually keeps those tiny, but sharp, claws from shredding your hands. Don’t lean him back though. We’ve had extensive practice at this because of a feral cat living in our neighborhood who is the worst mother ever- she abandons her kitties at about three weeks of age. We have four of her kittens- now fully grown beauties. Like you I am, again, caring for a very young kitten. This one was found by my daughters boyfriend on a busy bridge. Coincidentally she is also polydactyl. We’ve named her Mira, short for Miracle.
Suggested names for your little guy: Angus, Miles, Spunky, and I like the a rocky suggestion from above. Good luck!
For bottle feeding wrap him as though you would a newborn making sure his paws are tucked in. This usually keeps those tiny, but sharp, claws from shredding your hands. Don’t lean him back though. We’ve had extensive practice at this because of a feral cat living in our neighborhood who is the worst mother ever- she abandons her kitties at about three weeks of age. We have four of her kittens- now fully grown beauties. Like you I am, again, caring for a very young kitten. This one was found by my daughters boyfriend on a busy bridge. Coincidentally she is also polydactyl. We’ve named her Mira, short for Miracle.
Suggested names for your little guy: Angus, Miles, Spunky, and I like the a rocky suggestion from above. Good luck!
For bottle feeding wrap him as though you would a newborn making sure his paws are tucked in. This usually keeps those tiny, but sharp, claws from shredding your hands. Don’t lean him back though. We’ve had extensive practice at this because of a feral cat living in our neighborhood who is the worst mother ever- she abandons her kitties at about three weeks of age. We have four of her kittens- now fully grown beauties. Like you I am, again, caring for a very young kitten. This one was found by my daughters boyfriend on a busy bridge. Coincidentally she is also polydactyl. We’ve named her Mira, short for Miracle.
Suggested names for your little guy: Angus, Miles, Spunky, and I like the a rocky suggestion from above. Good luck!
Annette:
A fellow Boxer Lover! I’ve had Boxers (and Dobermans) since the early 1970s. Phoenix is an appropriate name, for sure. I’ll add it to my growing list of potential names!
Liz:
Your husband is an animal magnet! I know people like that, and they always have a boisterous household with many rescued pets. And how fun to have 4 stray chickens! I used to have chickens, and I love how they’re always muttering to themselves as they glean their surroundings for tasty morsels.
Donna:
What a kick to name your cats after US presidents! That gives them a sort of dignity (even if they are, as you say, destructive!). Your idea about throwing Wench heroes into the hat is brilliant! Thank you for that suggestion, Donna. My list is growing!
Jo Banks:
I laughed over “Fergus the Fearless,” because my other cat is named Christopher the Assassin. Really. He’s a great hunter and often brings his kills into my house, even though it’s against house rules. Since you’re in Scotland until September, it’s probably a good thing you are without pets at the moment. I laughed out loud at your “Little does the husband suspect . . .” Here’s hoping you find another cat as wonderful as your fearless Fergus.
Annette:
A fellow Boxer Lover! I’ve had Boxers (and Dobermans) since the early 1970s. Phoenix is an appropriate name, for sure. I’ll add it to my growing list of potential names!
Liz:
Your husband is an animal magnet! I know people like that, and they always have a boisterous household with many rescued pets. And how fun to have 4 stray chickens! I used to have chickens, and I love how they’re always muttering to themselves as they glean their surroundings for tasty morsels.
Donna:
What a kick to name your cats after US presidents! That gives them a sort of dignity (even if they are, as you say, destructive!). Your idea about throwing Wench heroes into the hat is brilliant! Thank you for that suggestion, Donna. My list is growing!
Jo Banks:
I laughed over “Fergus the Fearless,” because my other cat is named Christopher the Assassin. Really. He’s a great hunter and often brings his kills into my house, even though it’s against house rules. Since you’re in Scotland until September, it’s probably a good thing you are without pets at the moment. I laughed out loud at your “Little does the husband suspect . . .” Here’s hoping you find another cat as wonderful as your fearless Fergus.
Annette:
A fellow Boxer Lover! I’ve had Boxers (and Dobermans) since the early 1970s. Phoenix is an appropriate name, for sure. I’ll add it to my growing list of potential names!
Liz:
Your husband is an animal magnet! I know people like that, and they always have a boisterous household with many rescued pets. And how fun to have 4 stray chickens! I used to have chickens, and I love how they’re always muttering to themselves as they glean their surroundings for tasty morsels.
Donna:
What a kick to name your cats after US presidents! That gives them a sort of dignity (even if they are, as you say, destructive!). Your idea about throwing Wench heroes into the hat is brilliant! Thank you for that suggestion, Donna. My list is growing!
Jo Banks:
I laughed over “Fergus the Fearless,” because my other cat is named Christopher the Assassin. Really. He’s a great hunter and often brings his kills into my house, even though it’s against house rules. Since you’re in Scotland until September, it’s probably a good thing you are without pets at the moment. I laughed out loud at your “Little does the husband suspect . . .” Here’s hoping you find another cat as wonderful as your fearless Fergus.
Annette:
A fellow Boxer Lover! I’ve had Boxers (and Dobermans) since the early 1970s. Phoenix is an appropriate name, for sure. I’ll add it to my growing list of potential names!
Liz:
Your husband is an animal magnet! I know people like that, and they always have a boisterous household with many rescued pets. And how fun to have 4 stray chickens! I used to have chickens, and I love how they’re always muttering to themselves as they glean their surroundings for tasty morsels.
Donna:
What a kick to name your cats after US presidents! That gives them a sort of dignity (even if they are, as you say, destructive!). Your idea about throwing Wench heroes into the hat is brilliant! Thank you for that suggestion, Donna. My list is growing!
Jo Banks:
I laughed over “Fergus the Fearless,” because my other cat is named Christopher the Assassin. Really. He’s a great hunter and often brings his kills into my house, even though it’s against house rules. Since you’re in Scotland until September, it’s probably a good thing you are without pets at the moment. I laughed out loud at your “Little does the husband suspect . . .” Here’s hoping you find another cat as wonderful as your fearless Fergus.
Annette:
A fellow Boxer Lover! I’ve had Boxers (and Dobermans) since the early 1970s. Phoenix is an appropriate name, for sure. I’ll add it to my growing list of potential names!
Liz:
Your husband is an animal magnet! I know people like that, and they always have a boisterous household with many rescued pets. And how fun to have 4 stray chickens! I used to have chickens, and I love how they’re always muttering to themselves as they glean their surroundings for tasty morsels.
Donna:
What a kick to name your cats after US presidents! That gives them a sort of dignity (even if they are, as you say, destructive!). Your idea about throwing Wench heroes into the hat is brilliant! Thank you for that suggestion, Donna. My list is growing!
Jo Banks:
I laughed over “Fergus the Fearless,” because my other cat is named Christopher the Assassin. Really. He’s a great hunter and often brings his kills into my house, even though it’s against house rules. Since you’re in Scotland until September, it’s probably a good thing you are without pets at the moment. I laughed out loud at your “Little does the husband suspect . . .” Here’s hoping you find another cat as wonderful as your fearless Fergus.
I looked up the male equivalent of Wench and got Swain – how about that for the little guy?
Haven’t rescued any animals lately, but one of my favorites when I was a kid was a fawn that we helped my neighbor feed by bottle until she got big enough to go back out on her own. So sweet,
I looked up the male equivalent of Wench and got Swain – how about that for the little guy?
Haven’t rescued any animals lately, but one of my favorites when I was a kid was a fawn that we helped my neighbor feed by bottle until she got big enough to go back out on her own. So sweet,
I looked up the male equivalent of Wench and got Swain – how about that for the little guy?
Haven’t rescued any animals lately, but one of my favorites when I was a kid was a fawn that we helped my neighbor feed by bottle until she got big enough to go back out on her own. So sweet,
I looked up the male equivalent of Wench and got Swain – how about that for the little guy?
Haven’t rescued any animals lately, but one of my favorites when I was a kid was a fawn that we helped my neighbor feed by bottle until she got big enough to go back out on her own. So sweet,
I looked up the male equivalent of Wench and got Swain – how about that for the little guy?
Haven’t rescued any animals lately, but one of my favorites when I was a kid was a fawn that we helped my neighbor feed by bottle until she got big enough to go back out on her own. So sweet,
Wonderful post, Anne and Sherrie! What a great way to let the “cat out of the bag” about the newest member of the Wenchly family. Sherrie, you have some WONDERFUL name suggestion here. It will be fun to see what you finally decide on
Wonderful post, Anne and Sherrie! What a great way to let the “cat out of the bag” about the newest member of the Wenchly family. Sherrie, you have some WONDERFUL name suggestion here. It will be fun to see what you finally decide on
Wonderful post, Anne and Sherrie! What a great way to let the “cat out of the bag” about the newest member of the Wenchly family. Sherrie, you have some WONDERFUL name suggestion here. It will be fun to see what you finally decide on
Wonderful post, Anne and Sherrie! What a great way to let the “cat out of the bag” about the newest member of the Wenchly family. Sherrie, you have some WONDERFUL name suggestion here. It will be fun to see what you finally decide on
Wonderful post, Anne and Sherrie! What a great way to let the “cat out of the bag” about the newest member of the Wenchly family. Sherrie, you have some WONDERFUL name suggestion here. It will be fun to see what you finally decide on
Diane Sallans:
Oh, I haven’t heard the word “swain” in ages! When I was a youngster eons ago, swain was used often, to denote a girl’s handsome date. I wasn’t aware of the older equivalent to a wench! Another name to go on my list.
How wonderful you were able to help raise a fawn when you were a kid! A once in a lifetime experience.
Cara/Andrea:
Let the cat out of the bag! Ha ha! Yes, I agree–I’ve been collecting names and adding them happily to my ever growing list! Everyone has been so generous with their name suggestions (and also their helpful hints on raising an orphan!)
Maybe this will help me decide on a name sooner than my usual weeks and weeks while I agonize over the search for the perfect name! <-- (convoluted sentence) I consider names very important. They will follow the animal throughout its life. And speaking of animals and names, I have just given a naughty name to a bat that flew into my house a moment ago and is hiding somewhere in my bedroom. A diligent search with my butterfly net was fruitless, so now I have visions of a rabid bat getting me while I sleep. I may have to camp out in the bathroom with my orphan kitten!
Diane Sallans:
Oh, I haven’t heard the word “swain” in ages! When I was a youngster eons ago, swain was used often, to denote a girl’s handsome date. I wasn’t aware of the older equivalent to a wench! Another name to go on my list.
How wonderful you were able to help raise a fawn when you were a kid! A once in a lifetime experience.
Cara/Andrea:
Let the cat out of the bag! Ha ha! Yes, I agree–I’ve been collecting names and adding them happily to my ever growing list! Everyone has been so generous with their name suggestions (and also their helpful hints on raising an orphan!)
Maybe this will help me decide on a name sooner than my usual weeks and weeks while I agonize over the search for the perfect name! <-- (convoluted sentence) I consider names very important. They will follow the animal throughout its life. And speaking of animals and names, I have just given a naughty name to a bat that flew into my house a moment ago and is hiding somewhere in my bedroom. A diligent search with my butterfly net was fruitless, so now I have visions of a rabid bat getting me while I sleep. I may have to camp out in the bathroom with my orphan kitten!
Diane Sallans:
Oh, I haven’t heard the word “swain” in ages! When I was a youngster eons ago, swain was used often, to denote a girl’s handsome date. I wasn’t aware of the older equivalent to a wench! Another name to go on my list.
How wonderful you were able to help raise a fawn when you were a kid! A once in a lifetime experience.
Cara/Andrea:
Let the cat out of the bag! Ha ha! Yes, I agree–I’ve been collecting names and adding them happily to my ever growing list! Everyone has been so generous with their name suggestions (and also their helpful hints on raising an orphan!)
Maybe this will help me decide on a name sooner than my usual weeks and weeks while I agonize over the search for the perfect name! <-- (convoluted sentence) I consider names very important. They will follow the animal throughout its life. And speaking of animals and names, I have just given a naughty name to a bat that flew into my house a moment ago and is hiding somewhere in my bedroom. A diligent search with my butterfly net was fruitless, so now I have visions of a rabid bat getting me while I sleep. I may have to camp out in the bathroom with my orphan kitten!
Diane Sallans:
Oh, I haven’t heard the word “swain” in ages! When I was a youngster eons ago, swain was used often, to denote a girl’s handsome date. I wasn’t aware of the older equivalent to a wench! Another name to go on my list.
How wonderful you were able to help raise a fawn when you were a kid! A once in a lifetime experience.
Cara/Andrea:
Let the cat out of the bag! Ha ha! Yes, I agree–I’ve been collecting names and adding them happily to my ever growing list! Everyone has been so generous with their name suggestions (and also their helpful hints on raising an orphan!)
Maybe this will help me decide on a name sooner than my usual weeks and weeks while I agonize over the search for the perfect name! <-- (convoluted sentence) I consider names very important. They will follow the animal throughout its life. And speaking of animals and names, I have just given a naughty name to a bat that flew into my house a moment ago and is hiding somewhere in my bedroom. A diligent search with my butterfly net was fruitless, so now I have visions of a rabid bat getting me while I sleep. I may have to camp out in the bathroom with my orphan kitten!
Diane Sallans:
Oh, I haven’t heard the word “swain” in ages! When I was a youngster eons ago, swain was used often, to denote a girl’s handsome date. I wasn’t aware of the older equivalent to a wench! Another name to go on my list.
How wonderful you were able to help raise a fawn when you were a kid! A once in a lifetime experience.
Cara/Andrea:
Let the cat out of the bag! Ha ha! Yes, I agree–I’ve been collecting names and adding them happily to my ever growing list! Everyone has been so generous with their name suggestions (and also their helpful hints on raising an orphan!)
Maybe this will help me decide on a name sooner than my usual weeks and weeks while I agonize over the search for the perfect name! <-- (convoluted sentence) I consider names very important. They will follow the animal throughout its life. And speaking of animals and names, I have just given a naughty name to a bat that flew into my house a moment ago and is hiding somewhere in my bedroom. A diligent search with my butterfly net was fruitless, so now I have visions of a rabid bat getting me while I sleep. I may have to camp out in the bathroom with my orphan kitten!
Diane, it was my dream as a kid to raise a fawn. Also a baby red (English) squirrel. Alas, neither of these animals exist in Australia.
I’ve been loving all the comments and suggestions, and the tales of rescue animals. It’s obvious there are still plenty of heroes in the world, no matter what the media would have us believe.
Diane, it was my dream as a kid to raise a fawn. Also a baby red (English) squirrel. Alas, neither of these animals exist in Australia.
I’ve been loving all the comments and suggestions, and the tales of rescue animals. It’s obvious there are still plenty of heroes in the world, no matter what the media would have us believe.
Diane, it was my dream as a kid to raise a fawn. Also a baby red (English) squirrel. Alas, neither of these animals exist in Australia.
I’ve been loving all the comments and suggestions, and the tales of rescue animals. It’s obvious there are still plenty of heroes in the world, no matter what the media would have us believe.
Diane, it was my dream as a kid to raise a fawn. Also a baby red (English) squirrel. Alas, neither of these animals exist in Australia.
I’ve been loving all the comments and suggestions, and the tales of rescue animals. It’s obvious there are still plenty of heroes in the world, no matter what the media would have us believe.
Diane, it was my dream as a kid to raise a fawn. Also a baby red (English) squirrel. Alas, neither of these animals exist in Australia.
I’ve been loving all the comments and suggestions, and the tales of rescue animals. It’s obvious there are still plenty of heroes in the world, no matter what the media would have us believe.
It’s been fun reading about others’ adventures with their pets. My youngest sister has worked for the Humane Society for years (she’s now at the one in Marin County, California), so all of our pets have been either hand-me-downs or strays. Our current two are named Isabel (after the hurricane that swept through the DC area around the time we got her) and her brother Catullus (which I love because his nickname is “Cat”). Like all siblings, they play sometimes and exhibit rivalry at others. They are part Maine coon cat and Cat is quite large, but since Bella is smarter she usually outwits him when they’re in their “leave me alone or I’ll tell Mom on you” phase. Contrary to the image of cats as aloof creatures, they follow me from room to room and Bella especially loves to climb in my lap (which can make reading the latest Wenchly book a bit difficult). Cat then vocalizes to say that he wants attention too, but he is less likely to sit still for very long, which may be good as he takes up even more space on my lap.
It’s been fun reading about others’ adventures with their pets. My youngest sister has worked for the Humane Society for years (she’s now at the one in Marin County, California), so all of our pets have been either hand-me-downs or strays. Our current two are named Isabel (after the hurricane that swept through the DC area around the time we got her) and her brother Catullus (which I love because his nickname is “Cat”). Like all siblings, they play sometimes and exhibit rivalry at others. They are part Maine coon cat and Cat is quite large, but since Bella is smarter she usually outwits him when they’re in their “leave me alone or I’ll tell Mom on you” phase. Contrary to the image of cats as aloof creatures, they follow me from room to room and Bella especially loves to climb in my lap (which can make reading the latest Wenchly book a bit difficult). Cat then vocalizes to say that he wants attention too, but he is less likely to sit still for very long, which may be good as he takes up even more space on my lap.
It’s been fun reading about others’ adventures with their pets. My youngest sister has worked for the Humane Society for years (she’s now at the one in Marin County, California), so all of our pets have been either hand-me-downs or strays. Our current two are named Isabel (after the hurricane that swept through the DC area around the time we got her) and her brother Catullus (which I love because his nickname is “Cat”). Like all siblings, they play sometimes and exhibit rivalry at others. They are part Maine coon cat and Cat is quite large, but since Bella is smarter she usually outwits him when they’re in their “leave me alone or I’ll tell Mom on you” phase. Contrary to the image of cats as aloof creatures, they follow me from room to room and Bella especially loves to climb in my lap (which can make reading the latest Wenchly book a bit difficult). Cat then vocalizes to say that he wants attention too, but he is less likely to sit still for very long, which may be good as he takes up even more space on my lap.
It’s been fun reading about others’ adventures with their pets. My youngest sister has worked for the Humane Society for years (she’s now at the one in Marin County, California), so all of our pets have been either hand-me-downs or strays. Our current two are named Isabel (after the hurricane that swept through the DC area around the time we got her) and her brother Catullus (which I love because his nickname is “Cat”). Like all siblings, they play sometimes and exhibit rivalry at others. They are part Maine coon cat and Cat is quite large, but since Bella is smarter she usually outwits him when they’re in their “leave me alone or I’ll tell Mom on you” phase. Contrary to the image of cats as aloof creatures, they follow me from room to room and Bella especially loves to climb in my lap (which can make reading the latest Wenchly book a bit difficult). Cat then vocalizes to say that he wants attention too, but he is less likely to sit still for very long, which may be good as he takes up even more space on my lap.
It’s been fun reading about others’ adventures with their pets. My youngest sister has worked for the Humane Society for years (she’s now at the one in Marin County, California), so all of our pets have been either hand-me-downs or strays. Our current two are named Isabel (after the hurricane that swept through the DC area around the time we got her) and her brother Catullus (which I love because his nickname is “Cat”). Like all siblings, they play sometimes and exhibit rivalry at others. They are part Maine coon cat and Cat is quite large, but since Bella is smarter she usually outwits him when they’re in their “leave me alone or I’ll tell Mom on you” phase. Contrary to the image of cats as aloof creatures, they follow me from room to room and Bella especially loves to climb in my lap (which can make reading the latest Wenchly book a bit difficult). Cat then vocalizes to say that he wants attention too, but he is less likely to sit still for very long, which may be good as he takes up even more space on my lap.
Sherrie, how about naming him Laptop? If I recall correctly, you once said it would be a perfect name for a cat.
Sherrie, how about naming him Laptop? If I recall correctly, you once said it would be a perfect name for a cat.
Sherrie, how about naming him Laptop? If I recall correctly, you once said it would be a perfect name for a cat.
Sherrie, how about naming him Laptop? If I recall correctly, you once said it would be a perfect name for a cat.
Sherrie, how about naming him Laptop? If I recall correctly, you once said it would be a perfect name for a cat.
Hallo, Hallo everyone! 🙂
Adopting rescue animals is very near and dear to my heart! Each of my cats has a unique story,…from adopting a stray mama cat around age one who already had a litter of kittens, left behind because no one wanted the mother! To settling on twin tabbys only to feel heartstrings being pulled seeing that the brother/sister tabby pair one level up was only ‘half’ adopted; the boy came home with the twins! Oy. Who can leave a talkative tabby with a sweet urchin face? And, yet another time,… I had this acrobatic tuxedo tug at my heart because she was only two months old, a fluffy silky ball of black intermixed with white paws hanging upside down from the top of her cage!
Ms. Holmes has a kitten bursting to thrive in a home full of love! His thirst to explore and understand his environment reminds me a heap of “Johnny Five” from Short Circuit!
You could always go with a cheeky name, such as Houdini! Speaking of which, I have a cat who loves to test us with his ‘disappearing act’ generally when he’s in ‘time out’ which he has a distinctive adversion towards; I can attest that they are quite clever at ‘hiding underneath anything!’ 🙂 🙂
I enjoyed reading about this lovely cat finding a home with Ms. Holmes! Did you ever consider you’ve found your Dr. Watson? He really is attached to you and perks up when your around!
Ooh before I forget to mention: my town caters to feral cats, as they all are caught, taken to the Vets for a health check and shots, and released back into the wild where they were caught! It’s always a happy day when I come across them, as their food dishes and water dishes are hidden in plain sight all around the downtown area! Their watched over and loved! And, I happily take their picture whenever the mood strikes!
Hallo, Hallo everyone! 🙂
Adopting rescue animals is very near and dear to my heart! Each of my cats has a unique story,…from adopting a stray mama cat around age one who already had a litter of kittens, left behind because no one wanted the mother! To settling on twin tabbys only to feel heartstrings being pulled seeing that the brother/sister tabby pair one level up was only ‘half’ adopted; the boy came home with the twins! Oy. Who can leave a talkative tabby with a sweet urchin face? And, yet another time,… I had this acrobatic tuxedo tug at my heart because she was only two months old, a fluffy silky ball of black intermixed with white paws hanging upside down from the top of her cage!
Ms. Holmes has a kitten bursting to thrive in a home full of love! His thirst to explore and understand his environment reminds me a heap of “Johnny Five” from Short Circuit!
You could always go with a cheeky name, such as Houdini! Speaking of which, I have a cat who loves to test us with his ‘disappearing act’ generally when he’s in ‘time out’ which he has a distinctive adversion towards; I can attest that they are quite clever at ‘hiding underneath anything!’ 🙂 🙂
I enjoyed reading about this lovely cat finding a home with Ms. Holmes! Did you ever consider you’ve found your Dr. Watson? He really is attached to you and perks up when your around!
Ooh before I forget to mention: my town caters to feral cats, as they all are caught, taken to the Vets for a health check and shots, and released back into the wild where they were caught! It’s always a happy day when I come across them, as their food dishes and water dishes are hidden in plain sight all around the downtown area! Their watched over and loved! And, I happily take their picture whenever the mood strikes!
Hallo, Hallo everyone! 🙂
Adopting rescue animals is very near and dear to my heart! Each of my cats has a unique story,…from adopting a stray mama cat around age one who already had a litter of kittens, left behind because no one wanted the mother! To settling on twin tabbys only to feel heartstrings being pulled seeing that the brother/sister tabby pair one level up was only ‘half’ adopted; the boy came home with the twins! Oy. Who can leave a talkative tabby with a sweet urchin face? And, yet another time,… I had this acrobatic tuxedo tug at my heart because she was only two months old, a fluffy silky ball of black intermixed with white paws hanging upside down from the top of her cage!
Ms. Holmes has a kitten bursting to thrive in a home full of love! His thirst to explore and understand his environment reminds me a heap of “Johnny Five” from Short Circuit!
You could always go with a cheeky name, such as Houdini! Speaking of which, I have a cat who loves to test us with his ‘disappearing act’ generally when he’s in ‘time out’ which he has a distinctive adversion towards; I can attest that they are quite clever at ‘hiding underneath anything!’ 🙂 🙂
I enjoyed reading about this lovely cat finding a home with Ms. Holmes! Did you ever consider you’ve found your Dr. Watson? He really is attached to you and perks up when your around!
Ooh before I forget to mention: my town caters to feral cats, as they all are caught, taken to the Vets for a health check and shots, and released back into the wild where they were caught! It’s always a happy day when I come across them, as their food dishes and water dishes are hidden in plain sight all around the downtown area! Their watched over and loved! And, I happily take their picture whenever the mood strikes!
Hallo, Hallo everyone! 🙂
Adopting rescue animals is very near and dear to my heart! Each of my cats has a unique story,…from adopting a stray mama cat around age one who already had a litter of kittens, left behind because no one wanted the mother! To settling on twin tabbys only to feel heartstrings being pulled seeing that the brother/sister tabby pair one level up was only ‘half’ adopted; the boy came home with the twins! Oy. Who can leave a talkative tabby with a sweet urchin face? And, yet another time,… I had this acrobatic tuxedo tug at my heart because she was only two months old, a fluffy silky ball of black intermixed with white paws hanging upside down from the top of her cage!
Ms. Holmes has a kitten bursting to thrive in a home full of love! His thirst to explore and understand his environment reminds me a heap of “Johnny Five” from Short Circuit!
You could always go with a cheeky name, such as Houdini! Speaking of which, I have a cat who loves to test us with his ‘disappearing act’ generally when he’s in ‘time out’ which he has a distinctive adversion towards; I can attest that they are quite clever at ‘hiding underneath anything!’ 🙂 🙂
I enjoyed reading about this lovely cat finding a home with Ms. Holmes! Did you ever consider you’ve found your Dr. Watson? He really is attached to you and perks up when your around!
Ooh before I forget to mention: my town caters to feral cats, as they all are caught, taken to the Vets for a health check and shots, and released back into the wild where they were caught! It’s always a happy day when I come across them, as their food dishes and water dishes are hidden in plain sight all around the downtown area! Their watched over and loved! And, I happily take their picture whenever the mood strikes!
Hallo, Hallo everyone! 🙂
Adopting rescue animals is very near and dear to my heart! Each of my cats has a unique story,…from adopting a stray mama cat around age one who already had a litter of kittens, left behind because no one wanted the mother! To settling on twin tabbys only to feel heartstrings being pulled seeing that the brother/sister tabby pair one level up was only ‘half’ adopted; the boy came home with the twins! Oy. Who can leave a talkative tabby with a sweet urchin face? And, yet another time,… I had this acrobatic tuxedo tug at my heart because she was only two months old, a fluffy silky ball of black intermixed with white paws hanging upside down from the top of her cage!
Ms. Holmes has a kitten bursting to thrive in a home full of love! His thirst to explore and understand his environment reminds me a heap of “Johnny Five” from Short Circuit!
You could always go with a cheeky name, such as Houdini! Speaking of which, I have a cat who loves to test us with his ‘disappearing act’ generally when he’s in ‘time out’ which he has a distinctive adversion towards; I can attest that they are quite clever at ‘hiding underneath anything!’ 🙂 🙂
I enjoyed reading about this lovely cat finding a home with Ms. Holmes! Did you ever consider you’ve found your Dr. Watson? He really is attached to you and perks up when your around!
Ooh before I forget to mention: my town caters to feral cats, as they all are caught, taken to the Vets for a health check and shots, and released back into the wild where they were caught! It’s always a happy day when I come across them, as their food dishes and water dishes are hidden in plain sight all around the downtown area! Their watched over and loved! And, I happily take their picture whenever the mood strikes!
{postscript: I had forgotten to mention until I shared this post with my Mum, that one of the nicest acts of kindness towards our local feral cats is that the volunteers install umbrellas to cover food & water in case of downpours! Makes us immensely happy to see this! Although, I am curious, if anyone else has feral cats in their town, do yours go down the storm drains!? I’ll never forget watching a cat shimmy into it! We’ve been told this is where they have their litters!
{postscript: I had forgotten to mention until I shared this post with my Mum, that one of the nicest acts of kindness towards our local feral cats is that the volunteers install umbrellas to cover food & water in case of downpours! Makes us immensely happy to see this! Although, I am curious, if anyone else has feral cats in their town, do yours go down the storm drains!? I’ll never forget watching a cat shimmy into it! We’ve been told this is where they have their litters!
{postscript: I had forgotten to mention until I shared this post with my Mum, that one of the nicest acts of kindness towards our local feral cats is that the volunteers install umbrellas to cover food & water in case of downpours! Makes us immensely happy to see this! Although, I am curious, if anyone else has feral cats in their town, do yours go down the storm drains!? I’ll never forget watching a cat shimmy into it! We’ve been told this is where they have their litters!
{postscript: I had forgotten to mention until I shared this post with my Mum, that one of the nicest acts of kindness towards our local feral cats is that the volunteers install umbrellas to cover food & water in case of downpours! Makes us immensely happy to see this! Although, I am curious, if anyone else has feral cats in their town, do yours go down the storm drains!? I’ll never forget watching a cat shimmy into it! We’ve been told this is where they have their litters!
{postscript: I had forgotten to mention until I shared this post with my Mum, that one of the nicest acts of kindness towards our local feral cats is that the volunteers install umbrellas to cover food & water in case of downpours! Makes us immensely happy to see this! Although, I am curious, if anyone else has feral cats in their town, do yours go down the storm drains!? I’ll never forget watching a cat shimmy into it! We’ve been told this is where they have their litters!
Another thought to protect hands from kitten claws–depending on how deep he pierces, I have used simple gardening gloves in the past. Otherwise I’d go with thin leather or suede. The main thing is the gloves need to be very snug-fitting and yet fully flexible so they don’t interfere with your dexterity in handling such a tiny thing. I’ve often thought Kevlar search gloves, like the police use, would be lovely!
Another thought to protect hands from kitten claws–depending on how deep he pierces, I have used simple gardening gloves in the past. Otherwise I’d go with thin leather or suede. The main thing is the gloves need to be very snug-fitting and yet fully flexible so they don’t interfere with your dexterity in handling such a tiny thing. I’ve often thought Kevlar search gloves, like the police use, would be lovely!
Another thought to protect hands from kitten claws–depending on how deep he pierces, I have used simple gardening gloves in the past. Otherwise I’d go with thin leather or suede. The main thing is the gloves need to be very snug-fitting and yet fully flexible so they don’t interfere with your dexterity in handling such a tiny thing. I’ve often thought Kevlar search gloves, like the police use, would be lovely!
Another thought to protect hands from kitten claws–depending on how deep he pierces, I have used simple gardening gloves in the past. Otherwise I’d go with thin leather or suede. The main thing is the gloves need to be very snug-fitting and yet fully flexible so they don’t interfere with your dexterity in handling such a tiny thing. I’ve often thought Kevlar search gloves, like the police use, would be lovely!
Another thought to protect hands from kitten claws–depending on how deep he pierces, I have used simple gardening gloves in the past. Otherwise I’d go with thin leather or suede. The main thing is the gloves need to be very snug-fitting and yet fully flexible so they don’t interfere with your dexterity in handling such a tiny thing. I’ve often thought Kevlar search gloves, like the police use, would be lovely!
Rescued 4 six week old kittens 14 years ago – our elderly neighbor came over to request our help, as she’d turned on the sprinklers in one of her beds and a great meowing arose! We gathered them up, and she said, “well, it’s Sunday, I can’t call the pound until tomorrow” and we looked at one another and said, “Pound?” So we took them. Colette, Angelina (both tabbies), Principessa (long-haired tortoise shell) and Juliette (a black on black tabby, which I’d never seen before!). Due to some, er, unruly habits, they eventually all had to become outdoor cats, and as happens, as Principessa and Juliet eventually disappear for parts unknown somewhere along the way. But Angelina and Colette were smarter, and hung around.
A few years ago, Colette disappeared for a week, and when she returned, it was with a badly mangled tail, so we took her to the vet and had to have it amputated, so she had another indoor sojourn, which she enjoyed immensely. Angelina was her twin, so now we could tell them apart at a glance.
Age caught up with them. We lost Angelina a year ago, at 13, and Colette just a couple of months ago, at 14. They were extremely loving for “feral” cats (visitors were always surprised) and I miss them immensely, although I’m guessing they’ll send another litter our way when they decide it’s time.
Rescued 4 six week old kittens 14 years ago – our elderly neighbor came over to request our help, as she’d turned on the sprinklers in one of her beds and a great meowing arose! We gathered them up, and she said, “well, it’s Sunday, I can’t call the pound until tomorrow” and we looked at one another and said, “Pound?” So we took them. Colette, Angelina (both tabbies), Principessa (long-haired tortoise shell) and Juliette (a black on black tabby, which I’d never seen before!). Due to some, er, unruly habits, they eventually all had to become outdoor cats, and as happens, as Principessa and Juliet eventually disappear for parts unknown somewhere along the way. But Angelina and Colette were smarter, and hung around.
A few years ago, Colette disappeared for a week, and when she returned, it was with a badly mangled tail, so we took her to the vet and had to have it amputated, so she had another indoor sojourn, which she enjoyed immensely. Angelina was her twin, so now we could tell them apart at a glance.
Age caught up with them. We lost Angelina a year ago, at 13, and Colette just a couple of months ago, at 14. They were extremely loving for “feral” cats (visitors were always surprised) and I miss them immensely, although I’m guessing they’ll send another litter our way when they decide it’s time.
Rescued 4 six week old kittens 14 years ago – our elderly neighbor came over to request our help, as she’d turned on the sprinklers in one of her beds and a great meowing arose! We gathered them up, and she said, “well, it’s Sunday, I can’t call the pound until tomorrow” and we looked at one another and said, “Pound?” So we took them. Colette, Angelina (both tabbies), Principessa (long-haired tortoise shell) and Juliette (a black on black tabby, which I’d never seen before!). Due to some, er, unruly habits, they eventually all had to become outdoor cats, and as happens, as Principessa and Juliet eventually disappear for parts unknown somewhere along the way. But Angelina and Colette were smarter, and hung around.
A few years ago, Colette disappeared for a week, and when she returned, it was with a badly mangled tail, so we took her to the vet and had to have it amputated, so she had another indoor sojourn, which she enjoyed immensely. Angelina was her twin, so now we could tell them apart at a glance.
Age caught up with them. We lost Angelina a year ago, at 13, and Colette just a couple of months ago, at 14. They were extremely loving for “feral” cats (visitors were always surprised) and I miss them immensely, although I’m guessing they’ll send another litter our way when they decide it’s time.
Rescued 4 six week old kittens 14 years ago – our elderly neighbor came over to request our help, as she’d turned on the sprinklers in one of her beds and a great meowing arose! We gathered them up, and she said, “well, it’s Sunday, I can’t call the pound until tomorrow” and we looked at one another and said, “Pound?” So we took them. Colette, Angelina (both tabbies), Principessa (long-haired tortoise shell) and Juliette (a black on black tabby, which I’d never seen before!). Due to some, er, unruly habits, they eventually all had to become outdoor cats, and as happens, as Principessa and Juliet eventually disappear for parts unknown somewhere along the way. But Angelina and Colette were smarter, and hung around.
A few years ago, Colette disappeared for a week, and when she returned, it was with a badly mangled tail, so we took her to the vet and had to have it amputated, so she had another indoor sojourn, which she enjoyed immensely. Angelina was her twin, so now we could tell them apart at a glance.
Age caught up with them. We lost Angelina a year ago, at 13, and Colette just a couple of months ago, at 14. They were extremely loving for “feral” cats (visitors were always surprised) and I miss them immensely, although I’m guessing they’ll send another litter our way when they decide it’s time.
Rescued 4 six week old kittens 14 years ago – our elderly neighbor came over to request our help, as she’d turned on the sprinklers in one of her beds and a great meowing arose! We gathered them up, and she said, “well, it’s Sunday, I can’t call the pound until tomorrow” and we looked at one another and said, “Pound?” So we took them. Colette, Angelina (both tabbies), Principessa (long-haired tortoise shell) and Juliette (a black on black tabby, which I’d never seen before!). Due to some, er, unruly habits, they eventually all had to become outdoor cats, and as happens, as Principessa and Juliet eventually disappear for parts unknown somewhere along the way. But Angelina and Colette were smarter, and hung around.
A few years ago, Colette disappeared for a week, and when she returned, it was with a badly mangled tail, so we took her to the vet and had to have it amputated, so she had another indoor sojourn, which she enjoyed immensely. Angelina was her twin, so now we could tell them apart at a glance.
Age caught up with them. We lost Angelina a year ago, at 13, and Colette just a couple of months ago, at 14. They were extremely loving for “feral” cats (visitors were always surprised) and I miss them immensely, although I’m guessing they’ll send another litter our way when they decide it’s time.
Anne:
Indeed, we still have heroes in this world, don’t we? People who rescue animals or adopt them from rescue groups/humane societies are special, and I honor them for their selfless acts of kindness.
Susan/DC:
Like you, my pets follow me around the house, especially my cat, Christopher the Assassin. It’s rather funny to make a trip to the bathroom and have a parade of dogs and cats following behind you, and then sitting in a semicircle to watch you. I fully expect the new kitten to join in the parade once he is old enough. Susan, you have a ready-made “animal selector” since your sister works for the humane society! I used to volunteer for the local humane society and we volunteers always knew which cats were the best, or which ones really needed a home.
Jane:
Laptop! I’d completely forgotten that I thought up that name years ago, thinking it would make a wonderful name for a lap-loving cat! Thanks for reminding me!
Anne:
Indeed, we still have heroes in this world, don’t we? People who rescue animals or adopt them from rescue groups/humane societies are special, and I honor them for their selfless acts of kindness.
Susan/DC:
Like you, my pets follow me around the house, especially my cat, Christopher the Assassin. It’s rather funny to make a trip to the bathroom and have a parade of dogs and cats following behind you, and then sitting in a semicircle to watch you. I fully expect the new kitten to join in the parade once he is old enough. Susan, you have a ready-made “animal selector” since your sister works for the humane society! I used to volunteer for the local humane society and we volunteers always knew which cats were the best, or which ones really needed a home.
Jane:
Laptop! I’d completely forgotten that I thought up that name years ago, thinking it would make a wonderful name for a lap-loving cat! Thanks for reminding me!
Anne:
Indeed, we still have heroes in this world, don’t we? People who rescue animals or adopt them from rescue groups/humane societies are special, and I honor them for their selfless acts of kindness.
Susan/DC:
Like you, my pets follow me around the house, especially my cat, Christopher the Assassin. It’s rather funny to make a trip to the bathroom and have a parade of dogs and cats following behind you, and then sitting in a semicircle to watch you. I fully expect the new kitten to join in the parade once he is old enough. Susan, you have a ready-made “animal selector” since your sister works for the humane society! I used to volunteer for the local humane society and we volunteers always knew which cats were the best, or which ones really needed a home.
Jane:
Laptop! I’d completely forgotten that I thought up that name years ago, thinking it would make a wonderful name for a lap-loving cat! Thanks for reminding me!
Anne:
Indeed, we still have heroes in this world, don’t we? People who rescue animals or adopt them from rescue groups/humane societies are special, and I honor them for their selfless acts of kindness.
Susan/DC:
Like you, my pets follow me around the house, especially my cat, Christopher the Assassin. It’s rather funny to make a trip to the bathroom and have a parade of dogs and cats following behind you, and then sitting in a semicircle to watch you. I fully expect the new kitten to join in the parade once he is old enough. Susan, you have a ready-made “animal selector” since your sister works for the humane society! I used to volunteer for the local humane society and we volunteers always knew which cats were the best, or which ones really needed a home.
Jane:
Laptop! I’d completely forgotten that I thought up that name years ago, thinking it would make a wonderful name for a lap-loving cat! Thanks for reminding me!
Anne:
Indeed, we still have heroes in this world, don’t we? People who rescue animals or adopt them from rescue groups/humane societies are special, and I honor them for their selfless acts of kindness.
Susan/DC:
Like you, my pets follow me around the house, especially my cat, Christopher the Assassin. It’s rather funny to make a trip to the bathroom and have a parade of dogs and cats following behind you, and then sitting in a semicircle to watch you. I fully expect the new kitten to join in the parade once he is old enough. Susan, you have a ready-made “animal selector” since your sister works for the humane society! I used to volunteer for the local humane society and we volunteers always knew which cats were the best, or which ones really needed a home.
Jane:
Laptop! I’d completely forgotten that I thought up that name years ago, thinking it would make a wonderful name for a lap-loving cat! Thanks for reminding me!
Jorie:
I see we’re fellow rescuers at heart. Or *with* heart! *g* You’ve certainly rescued your share of needy little critters.
I absolutely loved your story about how your town cares for feral cats. The spirit of generosity is contagious and I’m delighted to know that an entire town has joined together in generosity to support the feral population. Here in my county we capture feral cats, spay and neuter them, and return them to their original location. Like your town, we have many people who feed feral cats (though I don’t know if they put umbrellas over the dishes!)
Lucy:
Thank you for the info on wearing gloves to keep those needle-sharp claws from hooking into my skin while nursing. I’ve found that wrapping the nursing bottle in a dish towel gives the kitten something to knead while nursing. This has been working quite well. However, I use your glove suggestion when playing with the little guy, because his teeth are getting really sharp!
Carol:
Well, I guess getting a tail amputated is a good (though painful!) way to tell twin cats apart! Thank goodness your elderly neighbor heard those complaining kittens and solicited your help in dealing with them. (And thank goodness you decided to keep the little kits instead of taking them to the humane society!)
Jorie:
I see we’re fellow rescuers at heart. Or *with* heart! *g* You’ve certainly rescued your share of needy little critters.
I absolutely loved your story about how your town cares for feral cats. The spirit of generosity is contagious and I’m delighted to know that an entire town has joined together in generosity to support the feral population. Here in my county we capture feral cats, spay and neuter them, and return them to their original location. Like your town, we have many people who feed feral cats (though I don’t know if they put umbrellas over the dishes!)
Lucy:
Thank you for the info on wearing gloves to keep those needle-sharp claws from hooking into my skin while nursing. I’ve found that wrapping the nursing bottle in a dish towel gives the kitten something to knead while nursing. This has been working quite well. However, I use your glove suggestion when playing with the little guy, because his teeth are getting really sharp!
Carol:
Well, I guess getting a tail amputated is a good (though painful!) way to tell twin cats apart! Thank goodness your elderly neighbor heard those complaining kittens and solicited your help in dealing with them. (And thank goodness you decided to keep the little kits instead of taking them to the humane society!)
Jorie:
I see we’re fellow rescuers at heart. Or *with* heart! *g* You’ve certainly rescued your share of needy little critters.
I absolutely loved your story about how your town cares for feral cats. The spirit of generosity is contagious and I’m delighted to know that an entire town has joined together in generosity to support the feral population. Here in my county we capture feral cats, spay and neuter them, and return them to their original location. Like your town, we have many people who feed feral cats (though I don’t know if they put umbrellas over the dishes!)
Lucy:
Thank you for the info on wearing gloves to keep those needle-sharp claws from hooking into my skin while nursing. I’ve found that wrapping the nursing bottle in a dish towel gives the kitten something to knead while nursing. This has been working quite well. However, I use your glove suggestion when playing with the little guy, because his teeth are getting really sharp!
Carol:
Well, I guess getting a tail amputated is a good (though painful!) way to tell twin cats apart! Thank goodness your elderly neighbor heard those complaining kittens and solicited your help in dealing with them. (And thank goodness you decided to keep the little kits instead of taking them to the humane society!)
Jorie:
I see we’re fellow rescuers at heart. Or *with* heart! *g* You’ve certainly rescued your share of needy little critters.
I absolutely loved your story about how your town cares for feral cats. The spirit of generosity is contagious and I’m delighted to know that an entire town has joined together in generosity to support the feral population. Here in my county we capture feral cats, spay and neuter them, and return them to their original location. Like your town, we have many people who feed feral cats (though I don’t know if they put umbrellas over the dishes!)
Lucy:
Thank you for the info on wearing gloves to keep those needle-sharp claws from hooking into my skin while nursing. I’ve found that wrapping the nursing bottle in a dish towel gives the kitten something to knead while nursing. This has been working quite well. However, I use your glove suggestion when playing with the little guy, because his teeth are getting really sharp!
Carol:
Well, I guess getting a tail amputated is a good (though painful!) way to tell twin cats apart! Thank goodness your elderly neighbor heard those complaining kittens and solicited your help in dealing with them. (And thank goodness you decided to keep the little kits instead of taking them to the humane society!)
Jorie:
I see we’re fellow rescuers at heart. Or *with* heart! *g* You’ve certainly rescued your share of needy little critters.
I absolutely loved your story about how your town cares for feral cats. The spirit of generosity is contagious and I’m delighted to know that an entire town has joined together in generosity to support the feral population. Here in my county we capture feral cats, spay and neuter them, and return them to their original location. Like your town, we have many people who feed feral cats (though I don’t know if they put umbrellas over the dishes!)
Lucy:
Thank you for the info on wearing gloves to keep those needle-sharp claws from hooking into my skin while nursing. I’ve found that wrapping the nursing bottle in a dish towel gives the kitten something to knead while nursing. This has been working quite well. However, I use your glove suggestion when playing with the little guy, because his teeth are getting really sharp!
Carol:
Well, I guess getting a tail amputated is a good (though painful!) way to tell twin cats apart! Thank goodness your elderly neighbor heard those complaining kittens and solicited your help in dealing with them. (And thank goodness you decided to keep the little kits instead of taking them to the humane society!)
We rescued a small mix, Bogie who is a delight, smart and a sage. Your cat is a sweetheart. A name I love is Sweet pea.
We rescued a small mix, Bogie who is a delight, smart and a sage. Your cat is a sweetheart. A name I love is Sweet pea.
We rescued a small mix, Bogie who is a delight, smart and a sage. Your cat is a sweetheart. A name I love is Sweet pea.
We rescued a small mix, Bogie who is a delight, smart and a sage. Your cat is a sweetheart. A name I love is Sweet pea.
We rescued a small mix, Bogie who is a delight, smart and a sage. Your cat is a sweetheart. A name I love is Sweet pea.
Diane, Bogie must be a popular pet name. I know two people who have pets named Bogie. One pet is a dog, the other is a cat. Of course, anyone old enough to remember Humphrey Bogart will appreciate the fact that Bogie was his nickname.
And how did you know that Sweet Pea is a favorite nickname I’ve always used for my dogs and cats? *g* I love this! I’m getting all kinds of great name suggestions! Thanks, everyone, for participating!!!
Diane, Bogie must be a popular pet name. I know two people who have pets named Bogie. One pet is a dog, the other is a cat. Of course, anyone old enough to remember Humphrey Bogart will appreciate the fact that Bogie was his nickname.
And how did you know that Sweet Pea is a favorite nickname I’ve always used for my dogs and cats? *g* I love this! I’m getting all kinds of great name suggestions! Thanks, everyone, for participating!!!
Diane, Bogie must be a popular pet name. I know two people who have pets named Bogie. One pet is a dog, the other is a cat. Of course, anyone old enough to remember Humphrey Bogart will appreciate the fact that Bogie was his nickname.
And how did you know that Sweet Pea is a favorite nickname I’ve always used for my dogs and cats? *g* I love this! I’m getting all kinds of great name suggestions! Thanks, everyone, for participating!!!
Diane, Bogie must be a popular pet name. I know two people who have pets named Bogie. One pet is a dog, the other is a cat. Of course, anyone old enough to remember Humphrey Bogart will appreciate the fact that Bogie was his nickname.
And how did you know that Sweet Pea is a favorite nickname I’ve always used for my dogs and cats? *g* I love this! I’m getting all kinds of great name suggestions! Thanks, everyone, for participating!!!
Diane, Bogie must be a popular pet name. I know two people who have pets named Bogie. One pet is a dog, the other is a cat. Of course, anyone old enough to remember Humphrey Bogart will appreciate the fact that Bogie was his nickname.
And how did you know that Sweet Pea is a favorite nickname I’ve always used for my dogs and cats? *g* I love this! I’m getting all kinds of great name suggestions! Thanks, everyone, for participating!!!
I’ve raised some, lost some. I still have pictures of Gus, who came to us at 4 days old and almost made it to two weeks. He rode about in my bra to stay warm.
Niddles was probably four weeks old when we got her, a starveling feral with nastiness crusting her skin–especially between the toes. Here I was holding her (rather securely) in one hand and trying to mop off a clean spot when the four-month-old pit bull puppy crawled up onto the bed, shoved my hand aside, and went to licking. First the kitten stopped screaming. Then she stopped fighting. Then she started purring. I handed her to the puppy, who put a paw over her barrel and finished her bath. She’s my chinchilla kitty now, a pewter and cream tabby with the most amazingly soft fur.
I’ve raised some, lost some. I still have pictures of Gus, who came to us at 4 days old and almost made it to two weeks. He rode about in my bra to stay warm.
Niddles was probably four weeks old when we got her, a starveling feral with nastiness crusting her skin–especially between the toes. Here I was holding her (rather securely) in one hand and trying to mop off a clean spot when the four-month-old pit bull puppy crawled up onto the bed, shoved my hand aside, and went to licking. First the kitten stopped screaming. Then she stopped fighting. Then she started purring. I handed her to the puppy, who put a paw over her barrel and finished her bath. She’s my chinchilla kitty now, a pewter and cream tabby with the most amazingly soft fur.
I’ve raised some, lost some. I still have pictures of Gus, who came to us at 4 days old and almost made it to two weeks. He rode about in my bra to stay warm.
Niddles was probably four weeks old when we got her, a starveling feral with nastiness crusting her skin–especially between the toes. Here I was holding her (rather securely) in one hand and trying to mop off a clean spot when the four-month-old pit bull puppy crawled up onto the bed, shoved my hand aside, and went to licking. First the kitten stopped screaming. Then she stopped fighting. Then she started purring. I handed her to the puppy, who put a paw over her barrel and finished her bath. She’s my chinchilla kitty now, a pewter and cream tabby with the most amazingly soft fur.
I’ve raised some, lost some. I still have pictures of Gus, who came to us at 4 days old and almost made it to two weeks. He rode about in my bra to stay warm.
Niddles was probably four weeks old when we got her, a starveling feral with nastiness crusting her skin–especially between the toes. Here I was holding her (rather securely) in one hand and trying to mop off a clean spot when the four-month-old pit bull puppy crawled up onto the bed, shoved my hand aside, and went to licking. First the kitten stopped screaming. Then she stopped fighting. Then she started purring. I handed her to the puppy, who put a paw over her barrel and finished her bath. She’s my chinchilla kitty now, a pewter and cream tabby with the most amazingly soft fur.
I’ve raised some, lost some. I still have pictures of Gus, who came to us at 4 days old and almost made it to two weeks. He rode about in my bra to stay warm.
Niddles was probably four weeks old when we got her, a starveling feral with nastiness crusting her skin–especially between the toes. Here I was holding her (rather securely) in one hand and trying to mop off a clean spot when the four-month-old pit bull puppy crawled up onto the bed, shoved my hand aside, and went to licking. First the kitten stopped screaming. Then she stopped fighting. Then she started purring. I handed her to the puppy, who put a paw over her barrel and finished her bath. She’s my chinchilla kitty now, a pewter and cream tabby with the most amazingly soft fur.
Amber, what a lovely story about Niddles. And leave it to an animal to know what’s best. Your pit bull pup obviously knew what to do. I have a Boxer that did the same thing with my new kitten. She (Boxer) started licking the kitten as soon as I allowed her to sniff the newcomer. Every chance she gets, she licks the kitten. Maybe when the kitten grows up, it will have soft fur like your own cat. She does sound lovely with that pewter and cream colored fur!
I got a kick out of the kitten riding around in your bra to stay warm. That’s a wonderful idea, as newborns do need to stay warm. I’m sorry the little guy didn’t make it, though. At least you kept the kitten comfortable. Thank you for sharing. It’s obvious we have many cat lovers among us!
Amber, what a lovely story about Niddles. And leave it to an animal to know what’s best. Your pit bull pup obviously knew what to do. I have a Boxer that did the same thing with my new kitten. She (Boxer) started licking the kitten as soon as I allowed her to sniff the newcomer. Every chance she gets, she licks the kitten. Maybe when the kitten grows up, it will have soft fur like your own cat. She does sound lovely with that pewter and cream colored fur!
I got a kick out of the kitten riding around in your bra to stay warm. That’s a wonderful idea, as newborns do need to stay warm. I’m sorry the little guy didn’t make it, though. At least you kept the kitten comfortable. Thank you for sharing. It’s obvious we have many cat lovers among us!
Amber, what a lovely story about Niddles. And leave it to an animal to know what’s best. Your pit bull pup obviously knew what to do. I have a Boxer that did the same thing with my new kitten. She (Boxer) started licking the kitten as soon as I allowed her to sniff the newcomer. Every chance she gets, she licks the kitten. Maybe when the kitten grows up, it will have soft fur like your own cat. She does sound lovely with that pewter and cream colored fur!
I got a kick out of the kitten riding around in your bra to stay warm. That’s a wonderful idea, as newborns do need to stay warm. I’m sorry the little guy didn’t make it, though. At least you kept the kitten comfortable. Thank you for sharing. It’s obvious we have many cat lovers among us!
Amber, what a lovely story about Niddles. And leave it to an animal to know what’s best. Your pit bull pup obviously knew what to do. I have a Boxer that did the same thing with my new kitten. She (Boxer) started licking the kitten as soon as I allowed her to sniff the newcomer. Every chance she gets, she licks the kitten. Maybe when the kitten grows up, it will have soft fur like your own cat. She does sound lovely with that pewter and cream colored fur!
I got a kick out of the kitten riding around in your bra to stay warm. That’s a wonderful idea, as newborns do need to stay warm. I’m sorry the little guy didn’t make it, though. At least you kept the kitten comfortable. Thank you for sharing. It’s obvious we have many cat lovers among us!
Amber, what a lovely story about Niddles. And leave it to an animal to know what’s best. Your pit bull pup obviously knew what to do. I have a Boxer that did the same thing with my new kitten. She (Boxer) started licking the kitten as soon as I allowed her to sniff the newcomer. Every chance she gets, she licks the kitten. Maybe when the kitten grows up, it will have soft fur like your own cat. She does sound lovely with that pewter and cream colored fur!
I got a kick out of the kitten riding around in your bra to stay warm. That’s a wonderful idea, as newborns do need to stay warm. I’m sorry the little guy didn’t make it, though. At least you kept the kitten comfortable. Thank you for sharing. It’s obvious we have many cat lovers among us!
What a precious little baby and thank you ever so much for rescuing him. It sounds as though you may have a Maine Coon breed. They are known as the Gentle Giant and grow to get fairly large. My husband and I rescued two kittens this year and we are wrapped tightly around their little paws. One kitty is a tortoiseshell named Sophie. She’s so sweet and as she’s older by two months, she is the Mom. The male is a Maine Coon breed named Baron and is almost twice as big as Sophie. They are so sweet, soft and loving and we are totally smitten. As you can see from their names, I am a Regency novel lover. Congratulations on being so lucky to have this baby in your life. You will always be so grateful that he chose you for his Mommy.
What a precious little baby and thank you ever so much for rescuing him. It sounds as though you may have a Maine Coon breed. They are known as the Gentle Giant and grow to get fairly large. My husband and I rescued two kittens this year and we are wrapped tightly around their little paws. One kitty is a tortoiseshell named Sophie. She’s so sweet and as she’s older by two months, she is the Mom. The male is a Maine Coon breed named Baron and is almost twice as big as Sophie. They are so sweet, soft and loving and we are totally smitten. As you can see from their names, I am a Regency novel lover. Congratulations on being so lucky to have this baby in your life. You will always be so grateful that he chose you for his Mommy.
What a precious little baby and thank you ever so much for rescuing him. It sounds as though you may have a Maine Coon breed. They are known as the Gentle Giant and grow to get fairly large. My husband and I rescued two kittens this year and we are wrapped tightly around their little paws. One kitty is a tortoiseshell named Sophie. She’s so sweet and as she’s older by two months, she is the Mom. The male is a Maine Coon breed named Baron and is almost twice as big as Sophie. They are so sweet, soft and loving and we are totally smitten. As you can see from their names, I am a Regency novel lover. Congratulations on being so lucky to have this baby in your life. You will always be so grateful that he chose you for his Mommy.
What a precious little baby and thank you ever so much for rescuing him. It sounds as though you may have a Maine Coon breed. They are known as the Gentle Giant and grow to get fairly large. My husband and I rescued two kittens this year and we are wrapped tightly around their little paws. One kitty is a tortoiseshell named Sophie. She’s so sweet and as she’s older by two months, she is the Mom. The male is a Maine Coon breed named Baron and is almost twice as big as Sophie. They are so sweet, soft and loving and we are totally smitten. As you can see from their names, I am a Regency novel lover. Congratulations on being so lucky to have this baby in your life. You will always be so grateful that he chose you for his Mommy.
What a precious little baby and thank you ever so much for rescuing him. It sounds as though you may have a Maine Coon breed. They are known as the Gentle Giant and grow to get fairly large. My husband and I rescued two kittens this year and we are wrapped tightly around their little paws. One kitty is a tortoiseshell named Sophie. She’s so sweet and as she’s older by two months, she is the Mom. The male is a Maine Coon breed named Baron and is almost twice as big as Sophie. They are so sweet, soft and loving and we are totally smitten. As you can see from their names, I am a Regency novel lover. Congratulations on being so lucky to have this baby in your life. You will always be so grateful that he chose you for his Mommy.
Almost 21 years ago, my then-10 year old daughter came home with a kitten she “found” at the bus stop. While this kitten wasn’t quite as small as Sherrie’s, she was pretty tiny and mewling. So we called her “Mew”. She’s still going quite strong (had to stay out of the way of the 19-month-old grandson during the July 4 holiday!)
I think an intrepid explorer name like Drake or Cabot, even James T. Kirk would be perfect for this kitten. It sounds like he’s going to take the world by storm!
Almost 21 years ago, my then-10 year old daughter came home with a kitten she “found” at the bus stop. While this kitten wasn’t quite as small as Sherrie’s, she was pretty tiny and mewling. So we called her “Mew”. She’s still going quite strong (had to stay out of the way of the 19-month-old grandson during the July 4 holiday!)
I think an intrepid explorer name like Drake or Cabot, even James T. Kirk would be perfect for this kitten. It sounds like he’s going to take the world by storm!
Almost 21 years ago, my then-10 year old daughter came home with a kitten she “found” at the bus stop. While this kitten wasn’t quite as small as Sherrie’s, she was pretty tiny and mewling. So we called her “Mew”. She’s still going quite strong (had to stay out of the way of the 19-month-old grandson during the July 4 holiday!)
I think an intrepid explorer name like Drake or Cabot, even James T. Kirk would be perfect for this kitten. It sounds like he’s going to take the world by storm!
Almost 21 years ago, my then-10 year old daughter came home with a kitten she “found” at the bus stop. While this kitten wasn’t quite as small as Sherrie’s, she was pretty tiny and mewling. So we called her “Mew”. She’s still going quite strong (had to stay out of the way of the 19-month-old grandson during the July 4 holiday!)
I think an intrepid explorer name like Drake or Cabot, even James T. Kirk would be perfect for this kitten. It sounds like he’s going to take the world by storm!
Almost 21 years ago, my then-10 year old daughter came home with a kitten she “found” at the bus stop. While this kitten wasn’t quite as small as Sherrie’s, she was pretty tiny and mewling. So we called her “Mew”. She’s still going quite strong (had to stay out of the way of the 19-month-old grandson during the July 4 holiday!)
I think an intrepid explorer name like Drake or Cabot, even James T. Kirk would be perfect for this kitten. It sounds like he’s going to take the world by storm!
Connie Fischer:
Sophie and Baron sound like wonderful “family members” who found an equally wonderful home. Thank you for rescuing them when they were kittens.
“Congratulations on being so lucky to have this baby in your life.”
I do feel lucky, Connie. I can’t tell you how much I am enjoying this little guy. Each day brings more delights. He’s more steady on his legs now, and it’s hilarious to see him scamper across my desk and keyboard, pouncing on things or pretending to be afraid–and then he arches his back at the “scary” rubber band and slaps it into submission. He climbs everything and is forever toppling from the pencil cup or box of Kleenex, etc. He’s really quite entertaining!
Connie Fischer:
Sophie and Baron sound like wonderful “family members” who found an equally wonderful home. Thank you for rescuing them when they were kittens.
“Congratulations on being so lucky to have this baby in your life.”
I do feel lucky, Connie. I can’t tell you how much I am enjoying this little guy. Each day brings more delights. He’s more steady on his legs now, and it’s hilarious to see him scamper across my desk and keyboard, pouncing on things or pretending to be afraid–and then he arches his back at the “scary” rubber band and slaps it into submission. He climbs everything and is forever toppling from the pencil cup or box of Kleenex, etc. He’s really quite entertaining!
Connie Fischer:
Sophie and Baron sound like wonderful “family members” who found an equally wonderful home. Thank you for rescuing them when they were kittens.
“Congratulations on being so lucky to have this baby in your life.”
I do feel lucky, Connie. I can’t tell you how much I am enjoying this little guy. Each day brings more delights. He’s more steady on his legs now, and it’s hilarious to see him scamper across my desk and keyboard, pouncing on things or pretending to be afraid–and then he arches his back at the “scary” rubber band and slaps it into submission. He climbs everything and is forever toppling from the pencil cup or box of Kleenex, etc. He’s really quite entertaining!
Connie Fischer:
Sophie and Baron sound like wonderful “family members” who found an equally wonderful home. Thank you for rescuing them when they were kittens.
“Congratulations on being so lucky to have this baby in your life.”
I do feel lucky, Connie. I can’t tell you how much I am enjoying this little guy. Each day brings more delights. He’s more steady on his legs now, and it’s hilarious to see him scamper across my desk and keyboard, pouncing on things or pretending to be afraid–and then he arches his back at the “scary” rubber band and slaps it into submission. He climbs everything and is forever toppling from the pencil cup or box of Kleenex, etc. He’s really quite entertaining!
Connie Fischer:
Sophie and Baron sound like wonderful “family members” who found an equally wonderful home. Thank you for rescuing them when they were kittens.
“Congratulations on being so lucky to have this baby in your life.”
I do feel lucky, Connie. I can’t tell you how much I am enjoying this little guy. Each day brings more delights. He’s more steady on his legs now, and it’s hilarious to see him scamper across my desk and keyboard, pouncing on things or pretending to be afraid–and then he arches his back at the “scary” rubber band and slaps it into submission. He climbs everything and is forever toppling from the pencil cup or box of Kleenex, etc. He’s really quite entertaining!
MJ:
Wow! Mew is almost 21-years-old. That’s awesome! I’m sure it’s due to your loving care, Mew is one lucky cat! (And thank goodness your daughter found her)
I loved your intrepid explorer name suggestions, especially James T. Kirk. I had such a huge crush on Captain Kirk (followed closely by Spock) when I was a teenager!
MJ:
Wow! Mew is almost 21-years-old. That’s awesome! I’m sure it’s due to your loving care, Mew is one lucky cat! (And thank goodness your daughter found her)
I loved your intrepid explorer name suggestions, especially James T. Kirk. I had such a huge crush on Captain Kirk (followed closely by Spock) when I was a teenager!
MJ:
Wow! Mew is almost 21-years-old. That’s awesome! I’m sure it’s due to your loving care, Mew is one lucky cat! (And thank goodness your daughter found her)
I loved your intrepid explorer name suggestions, especially James T. Kirk. I had such a huge crush on Captain Kirk (followed closely by Spock) when I was a teenager!
MJ:
Wow! Mew is almost 21-years-old. That’s awesome! I’m sure it’s due to your loving care, Mew is one lucky cat! (And thank goodness your daughter found her)
I loved your intrepid explorer name suggestions, especially James T. Kirk. I had such a huge crush on Captain Kirk (followed closely by Spock) when I was a teenager!
MJ:
Wow! Mew is almost 21-years-old. That’s awesome! I’m sure it’s due to your loving care, Mew is one lucky cat! (And thank goodness your daughter found her)
I loved your intrepid explorer name suggestions, especially James T. Kirk. I had such a huge crush on Captain Kirk (followed closely by Spock) when I was a teenager!
What a gorgeous story with pictures to match. Lovely name suggestions too – I rather like Hodge for the Dr Johnson reference and also because of Jane Aiken Hodge who gave us the first Heyer biography and wrote some terrific historical fiction herself. My sister is a great cat rescuer and I have been mother to several strays in both PNG and Bahrain but in Australia I am more of a dog-lover. Probably because I was ‘rescued’ by my beautiful prince Laddie. The most wonderful golden retriever and my best writing buddy for eleven years. He died four years ago next month and I still haven’t been able to replace him. You see, he chose me that day at the kennel by walking up to me, rearing onto his hind legs and putting his great big doggy paws ever so gently on my chest. It still makes me cry to think of it. I hope you new little pal brings you the same sort of joy Sherrie and thanks Anne for a wonderful post.
What a gorgeous story with pictures to match. Lovely name suggestions too – I rather like Hodge for the Dr Johnson reference and also because of Jane Aiken Hodge who gave us the first Heyer biography and wrote some terrific historical fiction herself. My sister is a great cat rescuer and I have been mother to several strays in both PNG and Bahrain but in Australia I am more of a dog-lover. Probably because I was ‘rescued’ by my beautiful prince Laddie. The most wonderful golden retriever and my best writing buddy for eleven years. He died four years ago next month and I still haven’t been able to replace him. You see, he chose me that day at the kennel by walking up to me, rearing onto his hind legs and putting his great big doggy paws ever so gently on my chest. It still makes me cry to think of it. I hope you new little pal brings you the same sort of joy Sherrie and thanks Anne for a wonderful post.
What a gorgeous story with pictures to match. Lovely name suggestions too – I rather like Hodge for the Dr Johnson reference and also because of Jane Aiken Hodge who gave us the first Heyer biography and wrote some terrific historical fiction herself. My sister is a great cat rescuer and I have been mother to several strays in both PNG and Bahrain but in Australia I am more of a dog-lover. Probably because I was ‘rescued’ by my beautiful prince Laddie. The most wonderful golden retriever and my best writing buddy for eleven years. He died four years ago next month and I still haven’t been able to replace him. You see, he chose me that day at the kennel by walking up to me, rearing onto his hind legs and putting his great big doggy paws ever so gently on my chest. It still makes me cry to think of it. I hope you new little pal brings you the same sort of joy Sherrie and thanks Anne for a wonderful post.
What a gorgeous story with pictures to match. Lovely name suggestions too – I rather like Hodge for the Dr Johnson reference and also because of Jane Aiken Hodge who gave us the first Heyer biography and wrote some terrific historical fiction herself. My sister is a great cat rescuer and I have been mother to several strays in both PNG and Bahrain but in Australia I am more of a dog-lover. Probably because I was ‘rescued’ by my beautiful prince Laddie. The most wonderful golden retriever and my best writing buddy for eleven years. He died four years ago next month and I still haven’t been able to replace him. You see, he chose me that day at the kennel by walking up to me, rearing onto his hind legs and putting his great big doggy paws ever so gently on my chest. It still makes me cry to think of it. I hope you new little pal brings you the same sort of joy Sherrie and thanks Anne for a wonderful post.
What a gorgeous story with pictures to match. Lovely name suggestions too – I rather like Hodge for the Dr Johnson reference and also because of Jane Aiken Hodge who gave us the first Heyer biography and wrote some terrific historical fiction herself. My sister is a great cat rescuer and I have been mother to several strays in both PNG and Bahrain but in Australia I am more of a dog-lover. Probably because I was ‘rescued’ by my beautiful prince Laddie. The most wonderful golden retriever and my best writing buddy for eleven years. He died four years ago next month and I still haven’t been able to replace him. You see, he chose me that day at the kennel by walking up to me, rearing onto his hind legs and putting his great big doggy paws ever so gently on my chest. It still makes me cry to think of it. I hope you new little pal brings you the same sort of joy Sherrie and thanks Anne for a wonderful post.