Baby stuck to me like glue. She was always a bit like that, but since her sister cat passed away, it's even more extreme. I don't know if she's just taking the opportunity to get more time with me or whether she misses Zuzu.

I am torn about getting another cat and probably won't for a while. I am facing knee replacement surgery and recovery and then getting ready to move. I am not sure what my living situation will be once I do move. Moreover, moving two cats across country is just that much more stress and expense. The only sane thing to do is wait until I move. And I am not pining for another cat. I still miss Zuzu a lot.

Also, I watch this show called My Cat From Hell. And I truly dread the possibility of conflict between a new cat and Baby. Baby and Zuzu were sorta traumatized by a housemate's cat back in the day. I don't know how Baby would adjust.

I am afraid she's bored though. A dog would be the perfect companion for her. She loves dogs. But I am not physically able to take care of a dog yet.

Sebastian meowed all through the night. I am guessing because he wanted attention and is also anxious and trying to get used to his new home. I am reading up on this behavior- because I am cranky if I do not get enough sleep- so I am going to have to see what I can do so this does not become a habit.

Also, I do not think he used his litter spot at all. So I am wondering if he was meowing because he wanted to go out- because he is used to going to the bathroom outdoors.

I am not a cat expert but I would think that your kitty is just nervous about his new home. Lots of petting and love will help him feel comfortable.

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The baby kitty is laying on my lap purring. The kitten is in her bed napping. All is quiet in the house.

Serenading me by howling at 6 am this morning.... What a brat. I was sleeping ya know. Lol

Sad to post
 

Last night Sebastian got out. I have a deck off My kitchen and had the main door open but the screen door was closed. I was sitting here on the couch and he was over there sniffing by the door- before I knew it- he pushed into the screen door- and he bolted. Apparently I did not have the screen door latched the whole way. It was pitch dark out there- and we had storms off and on all day. I went out with a flashlight and tried to get him back in. No luck.

I was in chat and Martina and Buck suggested putting food out- and leaving the door open a bit- and to keep calling for him every half hour or so. I tried that until I just could not keep My eyes open any more. No luck.

I did check the bowl this morning- and he must have come around while I was sleeping and ate almost all of the food.

I was messaging with My sis- and she said given we do not know his history- he might be an outdoor cat and I do not know it-so it might be likely I will always have problems like this.

Right now, I just want him to come back. I wish I could take the day off today- but I can't- we have people coming in from our sister company- and this is an important week.

I am seriously sad and worried right now. Say a prayer for him- and his safe return, please.

I am so sorry to hear this news. I will keep you and Sebastian in my thoughts. I hope that he comes home soon.

Update
 

Well, I just came home from work and checked the food and water dish- nothing has been touched. So, now I am not even sure if that was him that ate from the dish before- or if it was some critter.

After I checked the dish- I went outside and looked around- calling for him near my neighbor's cluttered decks and all- no meowing or anything. I have the deck door open- and will keep calling for him.

I am just sick with worry- and I feel responsible given I did not latch the screen door properly. The only good news is that when I drove home I did not see any cat that had been hit near me. I will never forgive myself if that happens. But, I am just not going to let my mind go there right now.

Keep him in your thoughts, and thank you to everyone that sent their wonderful words- it means a great deal.

Does he have a microchip, and if yes, is it registered to you?

I just got him Saturday morning from someone that had posted him on a garage/rummage sale website that I belong to. Apparently he was a drop off near their home. So, I do not know any history on him. She posted him on several sites to try to find the owners to no avail. So she then reached out and asked if anyone would be willing to take him. I volunteered. I had not even had a chance to take him to the vet yet- which I had planned to do this week.

Please keep us updated. Hoping he returns home safe and sound.

I work early (very early) and get home after 10am. So, they slept with me most of the day and are just chilling out on the bed in front of the fan right now

I'm so sorry to hear that he's slipped out, Hopefully he will return home soon!
I am betting that if he was smart enough to escape he is smart enough to survive.

I have had a few cats over the years that just insisted that they had to be out side animals, regardless of what my opinion was.

If I did not let them out they were terrors to the home other animals people... did I mention that one as a form of protest refused to use the litter box? I gave in quickly in that battle.

I think like any creatures that share a space as soon as he comes back through that door you'll find a rhythm that works.

Fingers crossed.

Another update
 

As of today on My return home from work- still no sign of him. I have a feeling he truly is an outdoor cat. I found the last bowl of food I left out there empty this morning- but the water dish was still full. Given this is happening after I fall asleep I have no clue if it is him or a possum or other critter. I think I need to prepare Myself that he may not return and if he does- he will always want to be an outside cat. While I adore him- I truly do want an indoor cat.

After speaking to one of My colleagues at work today- she suggested I go to the SPCA and mingle with the cats they have there- and see if I have a connection to any. I was hesitant at first- given all of this is fresh- but I also know I can not stay stuck in sadness mode- and My heart is still open should he return- and if he wanted to be an outdoor cat- I would feed him still, etc.

Well, long story short- and after visiting with about 12 cats total- I found Lily!! She has been at the shelter for quite some time as no one wants to adopt her as she is an older cat- 4 yrs 8 mo. to be exact. She is just lovely- very social- and inquisitive- I decided to do the application- and I will be bringing her home with Me this Thursday after work. They said if I had a change of heart between now and then I can just call and cancel.

They printed off her health history for Me to look at before then- and when I got home this evening I made a discovery- she has the same birthday as Myself- same month and day!! Crazy, right? But, that tells Me it is meant to be.

I am doing this with a heavy heart- but I also know- it is the right thing to do- and should Sebastian return- My heart and door is open to him- and I would care for him however he wanted, even if it is an outdoor situation.

Thank you to everyone who sent Me caring messages and showed concern for him and for Me. That is what community is all about- and I appreciate it more than I can tell you all.

Thanks for this tip, Kenna. I still saw a few ants after Eric sprayed and I bought 4 ounces of peppermint oil. That took care of the remaining ants. I'm down to seeing one or maybe two a day and that's really good. I have Dr. Bonners Peppermint Liquid Soap and will start using that more often, too.

It's so good to be free of ants :bow:

You're very welcome. Put it anywhere you think they're getting in. My gramma would even put a few drops around her electrical outlets in her old house, and made sure she refreshed it around windows and doors after any big rain. When I relocate my hummingbird feeders soon, I'll use it on the shepard's hooks. I'm tired of cleaning out feeders and finding a swarm of drowned ants. I wish it wasn't so expensive (my little bottle $20), or I'd spray my garden with it (cussing at fire ants)...

Keeping with thread....my old dog nearly took my fingers off when I offered him a "pizza bone"...
My baby goat cried loudly until I fed her cookies.
My baby chickens got their pictures posted on craigslist...
And my turtle was very mad at me for feeding her diced up cabbage instead of her favorite cucumber.

My dogs melded very nicely with my mother's.

It probably didn't hurt that her dog, Bella, is my dog's daughter. (Her father is my poodle Jacques)

The only occurrence of aggression was when a toy was being argued over. Nice to know I can bring my dogs over to play in the yard while I visit :)

she is sooo smart....
 

Moon Baby is too intelligent and witty!

In the morning, she loves to come wake me up. She will lick my hand, and if that doesnt budge me, she jumps up on the bed and lays down next to me and rolls around until I put my hand on her.

This Monday and Tuesday, I had opportunity to sleep in. I did not want to get up. We have a doggie door so she did not have to rely on me to let her out and we free feed, so she wasnt going hungry. She just wanted me UP.

So when licking me and rolling around on me didnt work, she ran downstairs and went to her toy box in the living room, grabbed a squeaky toy, then ran up the steps and came back to our bedroom. She laid on the floor, squeaking that damn toy vigorously! She would not let up until I groaned and got out of bed...both days!

I love this dog and am amazed at how smart she is!

(I am smarter...I am hiding that damn toy tonight because I AM going to sleep in tomorrow! LOL)

omg! I hid the squeakie and did she NOT find it already! This is now a game...for both of us! LOL

The new addition to My home (Lilly) is settling in great. She slept through the night and only got up when she heard Me use the bathroom- I gave her some pets and she went back to sleep. She is eating great and has used the litter box. I think she is going to be just fine.

Now to figure out a name for her. :praying:

Week of *gifts*....
 

Mr Mars has gifted me with:

3 of his bunny-hole stash...ewwww

2 Birds of a feather that should NOT have stuck together....yuck

1 trip to the Vet to remove objects closer than they appear.....WTF?


Ks-

Bella is such a little smartass!!

So, I don't allow her on my bed because she is WAY too bossy.

I've been working longer hours lately so she has been insistent that I play with her as soon as I get home. Well, a couple of nights in a row I've gotten home and plopped in a dining chair and started sending emails.
Bella usually stays glued to my side so when things get quiet I know she is up to something.

TWO DAYS IN A ROW NOW it has gotten quiet and when I get up to check what she is doing I have found her standing IN THE MIDDLE OF MY BED WITH MY $12 MAKEUP SPONGE DANGLING FROM HER MOUTH!!!


SHE IS TAUNTING ME!!!!!

The new addition to My household- is doing awesome!! She actually slept on My bed last night- I laid down and had the tv on- and bam she jumps up and found herself a spot and watched tv with Me. Not sure if she slept there all night- but it was cute that she wanted to be up there.

I also went and bought a water reservoir for her- so that she has constant water down- and also a little pop out play tube for her to play around in.

I went online earlier and purchased her pet insurance and also registered her microchip. Tomorrow I will call to make her first vet appointment-so that I can establish care for her. I think she is settling in great.

Honestly though, My heart still breaks when I think about Sebastian being out there somewhere. I wish he would come back even if it wants to stay outdoors. I hope he found a good place to land. The little guy will always be in My heart for sure.

Ate all my ice out of my glass of tea!

She's a brat!

When I came home yesterday- My furry friend was waiting for Me on the arm of the couch- just looking at Me with those big green marble eyes- that look of love just amazes Me.

So, I noticed that she is super interested in what is going on outdoors. She has not taken to hopping up on the bathroom sink and stretching herself to look out the bathroom window. I set up a table with a cushy towel in front of one of the windows in the livingroom to see if she will explore it. But, I am thinking maybe not because it is louder at that window as that window faces the apartment parking lot and main road. We shall see.

I will be taking her to her first vet appointment next week to establish care.

I wish I knew how to post pictures on here- I would show everyone what she looks like. Maybe I will take the time to read how to do it in the newbs section or wherever it is located.

I woke up this morning to find out/realize that My kitty is not actually sleeping in the bedroom at night. She will get up there with Me when I am laying in bed and watching tv- but during the night she must get down- and she actually sits right outside the door- and in a way where she can see into the bedroom.

I feel bad though- because I know that normally she will sleep under the bed especially during the day- so now I feel like I am taking her sleep area away from her by sleeping in My bed. hahaha.

Pets really are our kids (for those of us who do not have bio children).

I haven't talked about it here but my mother's pit bull, Mae Mobley, had to be put down recently.

Her other dog, Bella, had become very depressed because of the loss. The only time she perked up was when I visited with my three dogs....

SO.....

My mother has asked if my tiniest dog, Bitsy, can stay and be part of the family. She gets along well with Bella and just LOVES the fenced yard my mother has as well as the treats she is showered with.

I know she will be in good hands...but I will miss my littlest furbaby. I do know its a better fit for her. She's a puppy and she needs lots of love and attention and I do work a lot.

I will demand video chats with her weekly though :)

Kitty Eleanor has already caught and killed one mouse at the house we're staying at....

Well.....

The other day, I was just waking up and she was intent on something under the bed (air mattress). I jumped out of the bed and lifted the air mattress and sure enough...there was a cute little field mouse.

I picked Eleanor up and put her out of the room and tried to catch the mouse. To no avail. He went under the bedroom door right into the kitchen where Eleanor was. He made it under the stove and to who knows where. His corpse hasn't turned up yet so I guess he made it.

I wish I had named her Diana instead of Eleanor. She is QUITE the huntress.....

The fur-kids here have been having a real good time playing in the woods all day. I did'nt want to cut a big hole in my door for a cat-door for them, so, I cut a cat-door hole in a piece of plywood, and sawed it to fit purrfectly into a lower window. I also built a little shelf outside of their cat-door window for them to jump up on. :)

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The baby kitty is laying in my lap. I think that she is addicted to my lap because even when I lay in bed she lays across my legs as if my lap was there. Haha!

The kitten is running through the house playing with everything.


:rollcat:

She leaped, jumped, whined with excitement and doggy grinned when I walked through the door lol. She's such a sweetie, acting like she hadn't seen me in years.

My marmalade mob tried the wee catio I put together today. It's was a handybutch mess but they thrilled to be outside... a few feet closer to the bird feeder. :fastdraq: The birds on the other hand we're not so thrilled. :praying: