Finally, we got some rain. My grass really needed it.
I love to go outside and chew fresh, green grass. But lately it’s been so dry that I’m crunching on brown, dried up stuff – not tasty at all and no help with my digestion.
So, even though it’s raining out right now – I want to go outside. We all know that most cats hate to get wet, but I’m willing to risk it, just to eat that nice green blade of grass next to the sidewalk.
Grass does seem to help me hack up hairballs, so that’s a plus for me. But more, I like the fresh taste of a nice clean blade of grass. Sometimes I get a little added surprise when a plump juicy bug is attached to the blade of grass – mmmm extra protein!
Bon Apetite!
Did you ever wonder how hard it is to socialize a cat who has never been around humans?
Well, let me tell ya’ – it ain’t easy!
I am an example of a non-socialized cat when young. Remember I am also deaf, so socializing me was not an easy task.
I was found living under the bleachers at the football field in Weyauwega, WI. I was afraid of humans, dogs and just about any other animal.
It took a good solid two years of work on Angel’s part to socialize me. I can now go for about 1/2 hour cuddled in her arms. But not much more than that. I like to be near her but not next to her – no touching, and I like to be able to run away in a hurry if there is too much action around me.
I don’t run away immediately if I’m laying on the floor and someone comes near me – I actually lie there and let them pet me.
In fact, when the policeman was at my house waiting for the paramedics to arrive (when Angel had to go to the hospital) I rubbed against his black uniform pants with my white fur and meowed for treats – see how good I am with people these days?
Persistence, diligence and a positive attitude allowed Angel to get through to me and I am a happy and healthy cat these days.
Don’t get me wrong – I still like bleacher food (peanuts, corn chips and popcorn) and will try to steal some when Angel or Hulk are eating these tasty treats, but am quite happy with my fresh grown catnip, homemade treats and the occasional splash of tuna water from the tuna package.
Cats Rule!
What a few weeks! I have yet more sadness to report.
My next door neighbor and best friend in the world, Rex, also passed on to that great doggie playground in the sky.
Rex protected our house as well as his own. Angel even bought dog treats to reward Rex with.
When he’d pop his leash, he’d come over and snuffle my belly. Then we’d sit side-by-side and watch traffic go by.
Rex was 14 years old and his poor little body just gave out. His lady spent his last night on earth with her arms around him and he knew he was loved and would be missed.
I'll miss you Rex!
I showed my respect and paid him honor in my own way…For three days I slept near the office window, where I could look out over his grave under the lilac bush. And I kept vigil during the nights to make sure his spirit could see me watching over him.
Rex, I’ll miss you buddy!
It is with great sadness that I report a good friend passed away recently.
Heathcliff, a gentle, sweet and loving red Persian had been adopted five years ago by Angel’s friends (who also do Persian cat rescue).
Heathcliff finally went to the great kitty playground in the sky.
Heathcliff had been diagnosed with cardiomyopathy at his adoption. His veterinarian had given him six months to live – five years ago.
This just shows what a loving and nurturing home can do for a special needs cat. He had devoted people who religiously give him heart medication twice a day. They even hired a babysitter when they were gone for a day or more – because Heathcliff needed his medication at regular intervals, and they wanted him to have some company as well.
It’s true that Heathcliff needed a lot of attention and care, but he gave back tenfold the love and affection to his people – they will miss him sorely.
Goodbye Heathcliff – may you forever chase butterflies and chew sweet catnip; may you forever more be free from pain and the restrictions of a faulty heart.
We’ll miss you!
I’m back!
…Angel needed emergency gallbladder surgery and was out of commission for a few weeks, so I didn’t post while she needed my personalized care and attention.
While this threw a monkey wrench into my daily routine, I am fine and Angel is recovering nicely.
I slept on her feet or near her head when she got home from the hospital and gave her comforting licks on her hand or feet every few hours, so she could recover faster. And they say cats are selfish!
here come those DOGS again
I missed her at my beck and call – she wasn’t well enough to go for walks or to give me treats whenever I wanted, but now that she’s better and mobile again, she remembers how nicely I took care of her and rewards me with treats and pets.
And she said that soon we’ll go for walks again!
This morning she told me she’s looking for patterns to make a cat-themed quilt in my honor. So if anyone out there has any ideas or suggestions for cat quilts, send them on!
Cats Rule!
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