This morning my last two kitten rescues were neutered. Muddy and Chilkoot are now over 6 months old and they have been clipped, bringing to an end, my rescue of bottle babies. It’s been a lot of years, tears, heartaches and rewards of trying to help kittens gain a foothold to health and find a good home. I know that there are hundreds out there who now are living the good life, or have lived the good life in a home full of love just for them.
While I was at the vet, this man brought in on a harness, a beautiful short-haired gray and white cat. He immediately jumped in my lap (the cat, not the gentleman!) and then climbed on my shoulder and nuzzled in my ear! His owner was surprised and said “You must be a cat person!” I just laughed. I guess that is an understatement.
The man had rescued this kitten from a feral litter and my friend Kelly took him into his home and raised him. Once he was weaned off the bottle, the man took possession of him. He is a sweet, sweet boy who loves the harness. His name is Lincoln and he is 3 years old.
I go to pick up Muddy and Chilly in a few minutes then it is off to work. I am sure they will be fine. I will put them into the bedroom for a few days as I attempt to keep them “quiet!” LOL You cannot keep these kittens quiet, they are enrolled in Kitty Kamakazee Kamp!
It is snowing here and windy.
Hi,
I am very much enjoying reading your articles.
I have a rescue in Southern Illinois with a fluctuating population of around 40 cats. Most began as funerals but are now more complacent with me. There are also blind horses, raccoons ( who roam free and visit for treats and love), a deer who came as an injured 2day old fawn, rescued ducks, chickens and rabbits. Out of all my kitties are my greatest challenge. All are spayed or neutered and vaccinated. Bobcat fever (cytauxzoonis) is a problem here and I have had success with 3 out of 5 cases but it is a horrible disease.
Nice to know someone else with a loving heart for cats, and a sense of humor!
Laurie
Thank you for your kind comment and I am in awe of you and your zoo! I hope you mean they started as feral and not funerals! LOL