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Max, age 17, passed 2/27/15, and Simba, age 14, Aslan almost 2 and the new kitties on the block are Trooper and Katniss, age 7 months. Loving life! That's funny.

Here is my story: (Simba)
I was hiding in a bush in front of someone's house. When he was cutting the bushes. he almost hit me with the saw. When he saw my little eyes peering out, he stopped. I crawled up his arm and sat on his shoulder. He went all around the neighborhood and no one knew where I came from, or claimed me. So he put me in a box and took me inside. He could not find my mom, or sib

lings. First thought was that I was dropped. But, I was very tiny to be away from my mom. So, late that night, he called my now human mom when she got home from working and college all day and insisted on coming over. (She had already told him she was too broken hearted over losing Fluffy of 13 years a couple weeks before and didn't want anymore pets, so he didn't tell her why he wanted to come over.) She finally agreed and when he came in with me in the box, she was not happy with him. But, she knew he could not put me back out. Plus, it was love at first sight. She got special food for me that the vet recommended and started caring for me. She will have to find some baby pictures, you will not believe I was barely the size of her hand. The next day when she came home from work and got a better look at me, I was covered with fleas. She went to the store and got shampoo for me, even though the bottle said not to use it on babies. But she washed me in it and wrapped me in wash cloths, so I could not get any in my mouth, and held me on her shoulder while she watched TV. Even now, I still have her hold me like that because she is truly my mommy. Two months later, she brought home Max and Cissy. I didn't know what to think! These kitties were huge! Cissy kinda stayed to herself, but boy did I have fun picking on Max! Mom thought it was so funny when it sounded like someone was murdering me and she would run into the room and Max was holding me down licking me! He was never rough with me. He would get tired of my shenanigans and "kill me with kindness" as mom puts it. Im 12 years old now, and have been pretty healthy my entire life, until about a year ago. I do have separation anxiety when my mom leaves the house. I tote my green frog toy around and make a noise she hates from the time she brushes her teeth until she leaves. Anxiety got worse when she and dad got married (I do not share my mom well.) For a while I was on a liquid med that made me gain weight and mom and the vet were afraid of me becoming diabetic. So, now I have a treat once a day that is a natural calmer called "Composure." Mom says it helps me keep my composure. I also now take the same thyroid med Max does, except half the dose. The vet says my thyroid issue is due to an underlying problem that is complicated, plus they say I have a heart murmur. But, anxiety makes it worse, so mom keeps things calm as possible around here. So there ya go, the story behind this Momma's Boy, as dad calls me all the time. Max's story: (Max passed away 2/27/15 of congestive heart failure and hyperthyroidism)
I was at PetSmart, but through the local shelter that I now am raising money to help it become no-kill (see my other posts about donations for the calendar votes.) Well, Mommy had come in a few times looking at Cissy (a calico beauty that looked like the furbaby she had lost a couple months earlier (Fluffy, age 14 when a dog attacked her, just much smaller.) She didn't even look my way. I was so scared and shy I stayed at the back of my cage. I didn't see her for about a week. Then, she comes in with her brother, who was looking at dogs. She was told that any kitties not adopted out that week out be euthanized because of overcrowding at the shelter. Cissy and I had been there a long time. They told her how Cissy and I were their favorites and Cissy had nursed her own babies and then they were adopted out and she nursed another set of babies from a kitty that didn't make it through kitty birth. And, they thought I would be great with kittens. (She was told by the vet that Simba needed a buddy because he was getting bored and destructive while she was at work. She had him 2 months by this time.) They also told her I was in the "night drop" so they didn't have my background info, but that I was adopted out and another cat beat me up pretty bad and I was brought back to the shelter. So, the next day she came with 2 carriers and brought Cissy and I home to a nice 3 story townhouse, with lots of stairs to run on and a nice deck for us to sunbathe on. Wow! I hit the lottery! Cha Ching!! Poor little Cissy had a nervous problem and mom was told she needed special attention. Mom was fine with that and Cissy was just fine for many years and loved to be touched/rubbed, and eventually mom got her to play. Cissy got real sick and went into renal failure 4 years ago and crossed Rainbow Bridge. She was about 10 years old. Im now age 16. I have a hyperthyroidism, chronic sinus allergy/infections, arthritis (I limp some), and had 8 teeth removed last year. But, I still play and run through the house. Im doing much better since on medicines and have gained back most fo the weight I lost. I eat yucky food mom gets from the vet to keep me from getting urinary crystals again (had 3 surgeries, last one was 7 years ago.) I think I look great for my age and health. Mom takes great care of me! And she went through surgery and spent 3 months in a wheelchair. She is now using a cane. I snuggled with her night and day, or slept in my bed beside her in the living room. She says Im the best medicine and some of the pictures you will see were taken while I was her snuggle bug. Aslan:
I and my 3 siblings were dumped on the side of a major highway June 17, 2014. The shelter contacted mom to foster us. She fostered us a few weeks. Then we had to return to the shelter. We got very sick. My siblings got better and were adopted out. I was black, and sick. Mom couldn't leave me there. She ended up adopting me. Four vet visits and an emergency room visit, and I finally got better. Now Im a big, healthy and happy kitten. Im so laid back that most say I could be a therapy kitty. Im living the good life now!

04/07/2024

Happy Independence Day!
We hope you have fun and lots of goodies today!

02/07/2024

Peek-a-boo! I see you!

01/07/2024

We hope you had a great weekend. Mom has a lot to do. She is so glad Miss Kitty returned since all the trees were taken down on Friday. Mom sweet talks her when she takes food out to her. She meows at mom Mom thinks she is saying thank you for the food and for taking care of her. She still won't come closer than 10 ft from mom. Mom said she loves her anyway.

30/06/2024

Time to share moms pillow for the night! Yes, I'm a momma's boy and I'm not ashamed to admit it! - Trooper

29/06/2024

We hope you had a great friday. Mom is wore out from being out in the heat a lot today. The tree guys were here taking down those invasive tree of heaven /paradise trees that the lantern flies hatch from and eat, and some other limbs and trees that were potentially going to damage the fence, power lines and the house.
They took down more than Mom thought they would. She had just told the owner when he came by the other day that she couldn't afford to take out all of the invasive trees. She told him that she had to just stick with what was closest to the fence and house. She had gotten approval from the neighbors behind us and beside us for them to use their backyards if necessary. Which they did. And everyone benefited from that because they cleared out more of the trees brush than anticipated. Some of it was as a thank you to the neighbors for allowing the equipment on their properties.
The neighbors on one side we're very happy because there was a tree that had broken off and was on the property line. And it was preventing them from purchasing a storage shed because they couldn't get it through there. That was one of the extra trees that was taken care of. So the neighbor on that side said that they would help clear out the rest of that brush that was left behind.
Anyway, mom can breathe a little easier when we get storms because some of those trees had dead limbs that would be a problem at some point. Plus, hopefully it will cut down on the bugs and spiders.
I kept watching for a while from the door, and then from the cat trees in the windows. - Trooper

26/06/2024

We haven't posted as much lately. Mom has been very busy. Along with everything else, she has learned about these spotted lanternfly. It's been a very busy month. She knew nothing about them until recently. Unfortunately, we have a major infestation in our area. She did lots of research and ultimately called the extension office here locally. Everyone is advised to kill everyone of them that we see. They are an invasive species that are very damaging to crops and hardwoods. They are causing major damage to things such as grapes. They also damage hardwoods. They first arrived here in Pennsylvania and has now made it down here to virginia. They breed on the tree of Heaven, or Paradise tree. Mom knew nothing about these trees either. Except she knows that she's had some cut back in the past. It wasn't a serious issue until now. Unfortunately, we have a few of them and some are hanging over our fence in the back area and it's not pleasant to be outside to cook out or do anything much. The extension office told Mom that the trees needed to be taken down. Mom has had tree services come out and the plan is to get rid of the ones that are affecting our property the most. It's too expensive to take them all down. But we will take down the ones that are hanging over our fence.
The ones hanging over our fence and over the sidewalk are getting those areas very sticky. Mom pressure washed the patio and fence. Mom thought it was tree sap but it's actually excretions from those insects. They excrete something called honeydew. It's like walking on sticky honey and it turns black and molds. It attracts ants, bees, and spiders. All of which mom has seen a lot more of this year. We've had a lot more wasps, yellow jackets, and hornets that have built nests. Our neighbor across the street is having an ant problem. We have a lot of ants also. Mom seems to have finally gotten them to stop coming into the house.
Another day,another project!

26/06/2024

Mom has not been getting the weekly vegetable box from the farm this year like she has the last couple of years. But, she did buy some corn at the store the other day. I know it's in here. I'm sitting at the door waiting. I have smelled it. She won't let me have more than a bite or two of the shucks because she said she didn't want me to get sick. She did cook it tonight for dinner so there's none left. As long as the pantry smells like corn, I'm going to sit here and wait! - Aslan

24/06/2024

It's so hot, the kitties melted!
But, that didn't deter Katniss from snuggling with Aslan.

23/06/2024

Look who is enjoying his best life with his feet propped up, camping at Myrtle Beach! We are so thankful he found an awesome home! This is the kind of story we wish for all the homeless kitties out there!
Mom said she's jealous because she has not been to the beach in years.
We are so happy for you, Ace!

22/06/2024

Nothing better than a new Chewy box! Even better with paper that smells like nip! Mom said we have to wait for whatever smelled like nip that was in the box for the birthday party coming up in a couple weeks for Katniss and Troopers 9th birthday!
For o, we have the box and nippy scented paper!

21/06/2024

Happy Friday!
Stay hydrated, drink plenty of water!

21/06/2024

Happy Throwback Thursday!
Here's a picture of baby Katniss way back in 2015

20/06/2024

Girls just want to have fun!
Katniss was a little more playful tonight than she has been lately. This is after she had already been playing a few minutes. Harley is even more playful these days. She seems to love Aslan's birthday tent.

19/06/2024

Happy Whisker Wednesday!
We tried to post a picture of Aslan for tongue out Tuesday yesterday evening. This morning, we see that Facebook did not post it. It disappeared.
So here's to whisker Wednesday with Harley!

17/06/2024

We hope you had a great weekend!
We don't think we posted these pictures. Mom received these pictures recently of Ace at his new home. He is enjoying supervised time out in the yard. You can see he is very happy. That makes us very happy!
We hear that he's gone on a camping trip with his new family also. He is enjoying being the only Kitty and getting all the attention!

15/06/2024

Happy Caturday!
It's gonna be a hot one today! Stay hydrated! - Katniss

14/06/2024

Lots of catio time for Trooper and Aslan today. Trooper has been out there napping most of the day.

14/06/2024

I helped mom with the laundry today. She said she is shocked I did the press and fur cycle on the warm towels since it's hot here today. 😺 - Katniss

14/06/2024

Summer is here. Friday is up on us. Bring on the catnip. It's 5 o'clock somewhere! - Aslan

13/06/2024

Happy Thursday from the most expensive and uncooperative kitty moms ever had. The veterinary hospital said I was one of the most uncooperative kitties they ever had. Mom said that's not a good list to be on 😺. My medical expenses have topped $7,000 for this year so far.
It's a good thing I'm so adorable! - Katniss

12/06/2024

Today's morning play time brought to you by Harley and Aslan.
Katniss is relaxing in the basement (cooler down there.)
She's still recuperating from her long day at the university hospital Monday.

11/06/2024

University hospital update:
Yesterday was a very long day. So, we are just getting around to update.
I went to see the neurologist for a recheck from when I was very sick back in March. I've been on long te antibotic for the infection in my ears that had gottem into my brain and abscess on my brain stem.
Mom was given options:
MRI-which would give a clear picture of my ears and brain to compare to the MRI done in March
CT scan -- (mom didnt know this was an option) it would show the soft tissue like the eats and brain stem, but not what was going on in the brain
Continue t thee long term antibiotic -- would be a guessing game as to whether the Mexico e was working or if the infection was still there.

Due to the cost of the MRI ($3000) and CT scan ($1000), mom chose the CT scan since we really needed to get an idea if the medicine was working and the infection status.
They could do the CT scan yesterday where the MRI would be today. Mom has an eye Dr appointment today and couldn't get back up there today. So, she went to get something to eat to fill in the time while she waited.
They called her a few hours later to tell her the results.
First, the abscess on the brain stem is gone (wonderful news!)
However, there is little change in the ear infections. There is a surgery that they were recommending previously and again now. It's easy for antibiotics to work on something like the brain stem but there is little blood flow inside of the ears and so it takes a very long time for medication to work. The ear surgeries are very expensive and would be done at the university hospital. Our local vet said it's a very delicate surgery and she had never done it.
So, now the plan is to continue the antibiotic for another 3 months, then stop it. At that time we will see if there is a reoccurrence. If so, then the surgery would be needed. They say most of the time the infections reoccur until the surgery is done.
After everything, Mom had to wait over 2 hours from my medication to be compounded. We did not get home until last night.
Thank you to everyone for all your thoughts and prayers!

10/06/2024

Katniss is not happy. Mom played with her. Then Katniss was on edge after seeing the carrier. Mom doesn't understand how kitties just know. Right as mom needed to get her in the carrier, she ran to the basement. She pulled back out the toy and played with Aslan. She wasn't even falling for treats. She finally came upstairs and it was still a cardio workout to get her in the carrier.
They are finally on their way to the university hospital. It's a long trip. So, they will be gone most of the day.
You can see she is not speaking to Mom.

08/06/2024

Happy Caturday! - Katniss

07/06/2024

Getting geared up for a Friday night pawty! So many toys, so little time! - Katniss

07/06/2024

Happy Fantastic Friday! - Harley

06/06/2024

Happy Wednesday! We hope you have a great day. It's all downhill to the weekend from here!
I helped mom with tbe laundry tonight.

I hear I will be making the long trip back to the university hospital on Monday. I would appreciate your thoughts and prayers.
I've been on daily antibiotic since March. They told Mom that I can't be on it but so long because the infection will become resistant and not work. They told her I will likely have recurring ear infections until I would get a surgery on my ears. They will likely want to do another MRI as they won't know if the antibiotic has been effective or when to take me off of it without it. Another MRI will be round another $3000. The ear surgery would be $2000-4,000. Mom has done all she can with fundraising since March. My medical expenses have been over $6,000 so far.
Thank you to everyone who has purchased moms pottery from us, from Gilberts auction page, and have donated to us directly We also thank Hometown Finds store for the fundraiser they did a few weeks ago. - Katniss

04/06/2024

Remember recently when we posted a short video from our security camera on the carport? We wanted to know what kind of animal it was. As it turns out, mom's friend was correct. Definitely a skunk. One that has only white on the end of its tail and a little bit of white on the top of its head. Mom thought it looked pregnant. She was correct. Look what came on our carport the other night. You can see that they are all like their parent. Mostly black with a little quiet on the head and spot on the end of the tail. Except for the tiny one that comes in last that has mostly White. We never knew that skunks came with different types of color patterns. Now we know! This was about 9:00 in the evening. Mom was glad that nobody was out in the c a t i o.

03/06/2024

Let's play spot the kitty.
Look first, then scroll down to see who it is.,...

Miss Kitty! She is taking a nap while waiting for dinner. She blends in so well with her surroundings that it's hard to spot her sometimes. Mom saw her move on the security camera. Otherwise she may not see her. Sometimes, mom doesn't see her until she is up walking away when she goes out to feed her dinner

03/06/2024

Snoozing with Mom this morning. She's gotta get up early for a doctor's appointment. -Trooper, Katniss, Aslan

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Girls just want to have fun! Katniss was a little more playful tonight than she has been lately. This is after she had already been playing a few minutes. Harley is even more playful these days. She seems to love Aslan's birthday tent.

It's so hot, the kitties are melting!

Today's morning play time brought to you by Harley and Aslan. Katniss is relaxing in the basement (cooler down there.) She's still recuperating from her long day at the university hospital Monday.

Happy Fantastic Friday! - Harley

Happy Sunday Funday! - Harley

Girls just wanna have fun. Stay back, Aslan. Harley has possession of the birthday cube!

Taste the rainbow....

In love with the comb! - Katniss

Girls just wanna have fun. - Harley

Starting my day with cardio. I'm back to my daily exercise plan. Getting my summer body ready! - Katniss

Happy Sunday Funday! - Katniss

The other day we posted a short video of something on our carport and a lot of us had a lot of different guesses. We caught it on camera in the backyard and it is a spotted skunk. That's what they call the ones that have the white on their head. Skunks can come in all black, all white, and the one that we are all familiar with and then the spotted skunk has white on its head. It can have a stripe across its head or spots. Learn something new all the time!

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Any idea what this is? It was on our security camera early this morning. Mom has this camera out to get an idea the times that a kitty that needs to be trapped, neutered, and returned. But he is not a regular and doesn't seem to be food motivated. Anyway, we have been surprised at all the animals we see during the night. We've seen a raccoon, possum, fox, and of course Miss Kitty and Onyx and the kitty from time to time that Mom has tried to trap. We were not sure exactly what this was. It looks to be solid black.

I played a little with the track toy for the first time since I came home from the hospital. I stop when I see mom pointing the phone at me - Katniss

Trying my paw at wiggle worm this morning for the first time. I'm a little unsteady at times. I did sit there in one spot for a little bit at the end. Mom noticed I didn't have as much strength trying to pull it away from her. But, a long way from just over a week ago when I was completely paralyzed! - Katniss

Hard working girl! Making biscuits and drinking from the faucet again for the first time! Can't keep a good kitty down! - Katniss

What's up with this? We can't believe mom is putting our boxes out for trash!!!

Happy to hang out with Mom in the pottery studio. - Katniss (Volume up)

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