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Off-Topic => Off-Topic: Talk about anything you want. => Topic started by: goofynina on March 26, 2007, 12:37:01 PM
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Hello my wonderful IHD family, it's just me, Goofynina, wanting to share my woes with you. I dont know why but my hubby will not let me have a cat. I would love to have one to be with me at night since my hubby is working and i am home all by myself. I dont think he realizes just how much happier i would be. So much that is going on in my life right now, i think a cat would and could very much be what my life is missing. Eh, who am i kidding, he will probably just say no again. I will keep you all posted on my "Quest for a Cat" as it continues full force (like as soon as he gets off work) ;) Thanks to you all for your support. Wish me luck. :thumbup;
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Susie...I would do alot for you but I have to tell you something. I don't care for cats. There is something about trying to be nice to them as a kid and always getting a ration of claws no matter how nice I was. Sorry but I'm with Sam on this one.
Now how about a nice dog? A dog will be your good buddy, do what you want it to do, ride happily in the back of your pickup, and scare intruders away. What more besides a new kidney could you possibly want?
Sam is the man this time, my vote is with your old man.
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Goofynina,
Cats are cool.
Livecam,
What kind of dog do you have?
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We have 2 cats - boys - Tiger and Woody. Both were rescued from their potential demise when we adopted them. Woody was from a litter of ferrel kittens whose mother was captured and spayed. He is a great mouser, ratter, moler, birder and keeps our property rodent free. Tiger was from the humane society, abandoned and bottle fed by the staff. He has no hunting skills whatsoever, but is a lover and talker and can open doors on the cabinets and let us know when Woody has gotten himself trapped in the garage or under the house when mousing.
Cats make great house pets because they listen without interrupting and don't complain about your cooking. They wait up for you to get home and get up with you in the morning. They can bathe themselves , don't need to be taken for a walk and keep the mice away. They are very loving and affectionate and have a sense of humor.
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I too have 2 cats who were rescued as kittens.
They were so tiny and weak and sickly back then but have thrived.
One is black, one is gold. Brother and sister.
One very affectionate and wants attention, the other shy.
I used to have a dog which I loved, but a cat is more convenient now like
if I go away for a day or 2 I can just put out extra food and water and they
can take care of themselves, unlike a dog which needs to be let in and out, etc.
They are a lot of company. Good pets cats are.
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Susie...I would do alot for you but I have to tell you something. I don't care for cats. There is something about trying to be nice to them as a kid and always getting a ration of claws no matter how nice I was. Sorry but I'm with Sam on this one.
Now how about a nice dog? A dog will be your good buddy, do what you want it to do, ride happily in the back of your pickup, and scare intruders away. What more besides a new kidney could you possibly want?
Awww Livecam, we already have a dog, a huge Doberman Pinscher, i love cats, i am always alone at home (Sam works nights) and i want a cat to cuddle and keep me company inside (dog is too huge to put on my lap) But i guess i can understand how you could not like cats cuz it sounds like cats do not like you. BUT THIS IS ALL ABOUT MEEEEEEEE!!! lol, j/k :P ;) nah, i understand, thats cool. thanks anyways ::)
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these would be PERFECT in my "I need a favor" thread... can you please post them in there, pleeeeease (we need a begging icon) ::) :2thumbsup;
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Dear Sam:
I have heard that you are a very caring and considerate man, I also know that Susie has so much love to give that she feels that she should share it with a sweet warm cuddly kitty!
Cats are the ultimate "cool" animal; once you love it you will never imagine its personality.
I do hope that you reconsider your "NO" about a cat, because you will never know what you are missing out on :)
Kimcanada
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Susie...I would do alot for you but I have to tell you something. I don't care for cats. There is something about trying to be nice to them as a kid and always getting a ration of claws no matter how nice I was. Sorry but I'm with Sam on this one.
Now how about a nice dog? A dog will be your good buddy, do what you want it to do, ride happily in the back of your pickup, and scare intruders away. What more besides a new kidney could you possibly want?
Awww Livecam, we already have a dog, a huge Doberman Pinscher, i love cats, i am always alone at home (Sam works nights) and i want a cat to cuddle and keep me company inside (dog is too huge to put on my lap) But i guess i can understand how you could not like cats cuz it sounds like cats do not like you. BUT THIS IS ALL ABOUT MEEEEEEEE!!! lol, j/k :P ;) nah, i understand, thats cool. thanks anyways ::)
Susie,
Since you were so sweet about it maybe there is something I can do. Give me Sam's number. Maybe we can bribe him with something. What is his favorite restaurant and what does he like to eat? The sure way to a man's heart is through his food filter.
Sincerely,
P. Daddy
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Sam,
I'm not going to try and sweet talk you. ;) Let Susie have a cat, it will add to her happiness and even though you may not want a cat, Susie's happiness will be very rewarding. A small price to pay for such a wonderful lady.
Sincerely,
George
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Dear Sam,
Letting Nina get a kitty will benefit her health - it's been medically proven.
"American, Australian and British studies have shown that pet dogs and cats confer health benefits on their owners. This paper reports results from the first national survey (N = 1011) estimating the magnitude of these benefits. The survey showed that dog and cat owners make fewer annual doctor visits and are less likely to be on medication for heart problems and sleeping difficulties than non-owners. An important public policy implication is that pet ownership probably reduces national health expenditure. By linking sample survey results to data on health expenditure, the paper proposes a method of estimating savings. A preliminary estimate of savings of $988 million is given for Australia for financial year 1994--95."
See the full article - http://www.springerlink.com/content/m8g7286044411447/
The cost savings in medical expenses will more than cover the small expenditure needed to take care of a cat.
or this article - from deltasociety.org
Evidence for long term effects of pet ownership on human health
By J.A. Serpell
Reprinted from Pets, Benefits and Practice. Waltham Symposium 20, April 19, 1990, Courtesy of Waltham.
Abstract
To determine the impact of pet ownership on human health and well-being, a 10-month prospective study was carried out which investigated changes in behaviour and health status in 71 adult subjects following the acquisition of a new pet (either a dog or a cat). A non-matching control group of 26 subjects without pets served as a comparison over the same period. The control group exhibited no statistically significant changes in any health or lifestyle variable apart from a small increase in walking between the beginning and end of the study. In contrast, both pet-owning groups reported a highly significant reduction in minor health problems during the first month following pet acquisition. . .
Kitties are small, cuddly, and low-maintenance. Purring is a wonderfully soothing sound that occurs at a frequency that is proven to have healing benefits. Kitties also make people smile and laugh with their silly antics. Laughter also has proven health benefits.
Besides, how can you resist this?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GWPOPSXGYI
Nina wants a kitty. She needs a kitty. How can you deny her such a tiny thing that will give her so much happiness?
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Dear Sam,
I know you only know me by the screen name Sluff. And you just may want to keep it that way. Did I mention I'm a big guy? Well anyway I was wondering if you could let Susie get a cat? If you don't I may have to pay you a visit. Did I mention I am a black belt in karate? Anyways Susie has been a good friend of mine for awhile now and I think she should be rewarded for all the hard work she does and what better way to reward her than to get her a kitty. After all everyone likes a little kitty (word substitute required) once in awhile right.
Your friend ;D
Sluff
P.S. Did I mention I was a blackbelt? ;)
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Let her have the cat!! Animals are proven stress reducers and a cat is.......well you don't have to walk it, you don't have to clean out the tank, you don't have to really do anything. They're very lovable and sweet, no trouble at all.
Let her have the cat!!!!!!!!!!!!! :thx; :thx;
Donna
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hey Sam-O,
let Susie have a little gatito bro!!!! they can be fun, my sister has two and i think I'm allergic to them but that doesn't stop me from lovin' them...
she could really use the love of a cat, it eases pain and are great companions, i can vouch for that... Yo quiero a mi gatito!! so let her have one, I'll buy you a tito's taco.
cheers,
Rolando
P.S. Arriba los Raiders!!!!!
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Well, I guess if you have an itch to make some chili.......mmmmm good.
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Well, I guess if you have an itch to make some chili.......mmmmm good.
am I missing something here????? whaddayamean George???
still waiting for my recipes....
Rolando
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Cats make good house pets because they keep the mice away.
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Dear Sam,
Come one, Man...Where is the love? Let the little woman have a cat. You will find they are nice pets. Not at all like the dog you have. Here are several reasons you should let her have a cat:
Cats tend to take over the house.
They are easy maintenance.
It will give the lady something to love on.
You might earn lots of kudos with the wife.
The last reason--my big stick!
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The merging of these two topics doesn't make sense to me. Personally, I do not care for felines but I wanted to contribute to Susie's cause and my cats are good for chili statement doesn't help. Maybe you can delete it? Sorry for any trouble. George ;D
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sorry, cats make me sneeze....... but i think it's a good idea for you to have one :) maybe we could just get you one and you could tell sam if followed you home.
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Dear Sam,
Letting Nina get a kitty will benefit her health - it's been medically proven.
"American, Australian and British studies have shown that pet dogs and cats confer health benefits on their owners. This paper reports results from the first national survey (N = 1011) estimating the magnitude of these benefits. The survey showed that dog and cat owners make fewer annual doctor visits and are less likely to be on medication for heart problems and sleeping difficulties than non-owners. An important public policy implication is that pet ownership probably reduces national health expenditure. By linking sample survey results to data on health expenditure, the paper proposes a method of estimating savings. A preliminary estimate of savings of $988 million is given for Australia for financial year 1994--95."
See the full article - http://www.springerlink.com/content/m8g7286044411447/
The cost savings in medical expenses will more than cover the small expenditure needed to take care of a cat.
or this article - from deltasociety.org
Evidence for long term effects of pet ownership on human health
By J.A. Serpell
Reprinted from Pets, Benefits and Practice. Waltham Symposium 20, April 19, 1990, Courtesy of Waltham.
Abstract
To determine the impact of pet ownership on human health and well-being, a 10-month prospective study was carried out which investigated changes in behaviour and health status in 71 adult subjects following the acquisition of a new pet (either a dog or a cat). A non-matching control group of 26 subjects without pets served as a comparison over the same period. The control group exhibited no statistically significant changes in any health or lifestyle variable apart from a small increase in walking between the beginning and end of the study. In contrast, both pet-owning groups reported a highly significant reduction in minor health problems during the first month following pet acquisition. . .
Kitties are small, cuddly, and low-maintenance. Purring is a wonderfully soothing sound that occurs at a frequency that is proven to have healing benefits. Kitties also make people smile and laugh with their silly antics. Laughter also has proven health benefits.
Besides, how can you resist this?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GWPOPSXGYI
Nina wants a kitty. She needs a kitty. How can you deny her such a tiny thing that will give her so much happiness?
JBeany for President
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Sam,
I am a huge animal lover and have several cats and dogs in my home. Each are good for different reasons, but cats have some advantages that dogs don't. Here is a list of my reasons.
1. Great at keeping mice out of your home.
2. Never have to take them out for a walk
3. Never get woken up in the middle of the night or before you want to get up on the weekends because they need to go out.
4. They make great companions.
5. If you get sick or are upset they seem to know somehow and cuddle with you more to try and make you feel better.
6. Having a cat sitting in your lap and petting it has been medically shown to be a great stress reliever.
7. During the winter you stay warmer at night because you have a cat curled up with you. (The more you have the warmer you stay)
8. Your wife really, really wants one.
9. You would be scoring points with Susie, and from some of her posts here I think you would be scoring big in return. >:D
How can you go wrong with all those reasons? It's not like she wants to become the crazy cat lady on the Simpsons. She just wants a cat to fill the void you leave when your not home that the dogs just can't fill. Cats and dogs show their affection in different ways. Dogs lick and slobber on you where as cats purr and rub on you.
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Sam, dear, sweet Sam, let Goofynina have a cat! She'll love the cat so much that she'll love you even more! Besides, cats:
1. are clean and (more or less) neat.
2. are relatively cheap to take care of.
3. don't have to be taken for walks outside in bad weather.
4. are always there for you to talk to when you're sad.
5. love you unconditionally - you can be ugly, poor, stupid, and (insert political party here), and they still think you're wonderful every time they see you.
6. are guaranteed to make you laugh a lot.
If I could find a guy like that, I'd probably marry him! ;)
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Lets take a look at the merits of dogs vs. cats and I ask you seriously...would your cat do this for you?
http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D8O4N3101&show_article=1
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Lets take a look at the merits of dogs vs. cats and I ask you seriously...would your cat do this for you?
http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D8O4N3101&show_article=1
why didn't the dog called 911???? :rofl; :rofl; :rofl;
:beer1;
Rolando
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Cause the cat already did it, rolando!
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/n/a/2006/01/02/national/a014307S88.DTL&type=bondage
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Sam, now really! What are your specific objections to cats? I bet you won't even notice it's there, but it will bring Goofynina comfort and companionship when you aren't there. I know you want her to be happy and it seems like such a small request.
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Cause the cat already did it, rolando!
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/n/a/2006/01/02/national/a014307S88.DTL&type=bondage
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, Jbeany... I love ya girlfriend :2thumbsup;
mmhmmm, now what Livecam and Rolando!? :) :P ;)
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hello ihd family my name is sam i am susie's husband ok guys if it will make susie happy we will get a cat :banghead; i just love that woman and cheese head i got a blackbelt 2 buddy :beer1;
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Sam, you're my hero! Go get a kitty from the shelter - they're great, and you'll be saving a life! (At least one - the cat's, and maybe two - yours, also!) :clap; :2thumbsup; :thumbup; :cuddle;
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Woo Hoo Susie gets a cat... :2thumbsup; :clap; ;D :yahoo;
Just be sure to go to a reputable animal shelter in your area and see what you like. Shelters usually have MANY cats available so the pickings will be good. The cages should have description tags on them that will give you info on the cats such as name, age, sex, background story if available, likes and dislikes (if they get along with dogs, other cats, children), and if they are housebroken. If not just be sure to ask the kennel person and I'm sure they can give you the info you desire. Good Luck and Happy Hunting.
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Hey Sam,
Well I guess what Susie has said all along is true, she has the best hubby in the world!
You're a keeper!
Karol
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hello ihd family my name is sam i am susie's husband ok guys if it will make susie happy we will get a cat :banghead; i just love that woman and cheese head i got a blackbelt 2 buddy :beer1;
Uh oh well at least susie gets a kitty.. :2thumbsup;
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here kitty, kitty kitty............enjoy susie
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OMG, IS IT TRUE?? I CANT BELIEVE IT!!!! DAMN I LOVE THAT MAN
I showed Sam this thread this morning right before i left, he said WE'RE NOT GETTING A CAT!! ohh, i was so hurt, i feel so bad now for acting the way i did (big o' baby that i am) He said he wanted to put reply too, so i showed him what to do and i was getting ready to leave. Before i left, i came in to tell him i was leaving and he was writing something else, reasons why we werent going to get a cat, needless to say i got even madder and i left, OMG, i just got home and OMG, i cant even contain myself. :clap; Thank you each and every one of you that posted in my thread, i am forever grateful, now, time to go kitty shopping, WOOHOOOO, sorry, i cant go to the shelter cuz i get depressed when i go in there, i would try and take them all home. I guess i will look out in the paper and stuff, OH MAN OH MAN, I CANT BELIEVE IT, THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU, ok guys, now we are going to have to pick a perfect name for my perfect kitty. yikes, i dont even know if it's a boy or a girl or (both) yah, thats pushing it huh? lol, Thank you again.... Love to you all!!!!!! :grouphug;
(i am actually purrrrrring right now) :P
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I can imagine what Sam and Susie are doing when Sam gets home from work. ;)
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I can imagine what Sam and Susie are doing when Sam gets home from work. ;)
they are purring their paws together :rofl; anywho...congratulations goofynina ay ay ay jijole sister you got your gatito (i think it was my post that did Sam-O in, lol) neways enjoy your lindo gatito n please take care of it (which I'm sure you will).
cheers your amigo,
Rolando
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sorry, i cant go to the shelter cuz i get depressed when i go in there, i would try and take them all home. I guess i will look out in the paper and stuff,
Please, try to save a life, however you can - The a@holes who originally had my sweet little orange cat, Cameron, sprayed her and her siblings with poison to kill fleas (no, not flea spray, POISON - how stupid is that?). Then, realizing they'd made a mistake (DUH), they dropped them off anonymously at the vet's (thank God for that, at least). They all died except Cameron, and the vet who saved her couldn't bring herself to take her to the shelter, but couldn't keep her, either. She let Cameron hang out at the office (she worked under contract to another vet) as long as she could, until her boss-vet was insisting she get on with putting her in the shelter, and it just so happened I was looking for a cat at that time. I asked my boss if he knew anyone who had a cat who needed a home, and his best friend was married to this vet, and---Cameron came into my life. She's the sweetest thing ever, not a mean bone in her body, and I think she's part of my soul. Believe me, the world is better for having her sweetness in it, and I have the complete pleasure of knowing I have done something utterly good. PLEASE? PRETTY PLEASE? Believe me, you will never regret it.
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My dog Scooter was tied to a trailer and left for dead. He has been so loyal to me. They know somehow that our love is unconditional so that is why they show love unconditionally in return.
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My dog Scooter was tied to a trailer and left for dead. He has been so loyal to me. They know somehow that our love is unconditional so that is why they show love unconditionally in return.
I got tears in my eyes when I read about Scooter--I'm so glad he's with you now! :clap; You're absolutely right about them knowing our love is unconditional and returning it in kind. I think we get a lot more than we could ever give.
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Almost all of the animals I have (9 cats & 2 Dogs) are shelter finds or strays that decided they need to move in after they have been eating all the stray food we leave out. One of the dogs we found as a pup in the paper but the owners were going to bring them to a shelter if they couldn't find them homes so it's not too far off. All of them are extremely affectionate and they give us every bit of love back that we give them plus some. Either way though some of the animals we have were very badly mistreated by previous owners. One of the cats that came in as a stray was very bad off. When we got him his jaw was fractured and his whiskers looked like they had been singed off. Another one that came in as a stray is the sweetest thing in the world. He was declawed and fixed when he came in, so we couldn't figure why someone would toss him out. The only thing we can figure is that when you scratch him he has a licking OCD and he has one of the roughest tongues you will ever feel. They previous owners must not have liked it and just tossed him out.
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WHAT IS WRONG WITH THESE PEOPLE MISTREATING THESE POOR ANIMALS, DAMN THEM TO HELL I SAY >:D
NextNoel, i am going to ask Sam if he will take me to the shelter and bring me OUT the kitties one by one, i just cant stand the thought of those little kitties reaching their paws through those cages, (see, my eyes are watering already) And seeing all the sad dogs, oh no no no, i just cant go in there. :'(
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EXCELLENT, Goofynina! Good choice! :clap; :2thumbsup; :thumbup; :cuddle;
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Maybe you should offer to purchase the kennel then Sam will have a place to go when he is in the dog house. >:D Not bad for a cheesehead huh?
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hey Sam-O,
let Susie have a little gatito bro!!!! they can be fun, my sister has two and i think I'm allergic to them but that doesn't stop me from lovin' them...
she could really use the love of a cat, it eases pain and are great companions, i can vouch for that... Yo quiero a mi gatito!! so let her have one, I'll buy you a tito's taco.
cheers,
Rolando
P.S. Arriba los Raiders!!!!!
OK Rolando, Hubby wants to know when he is getting his Tito's Taco?? (oh, and he said a cold cerveza to wash it down) ;)
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Come on down anytime Sam. I will help Rolando buy you a Tito's taco or dinner somewhere here! It is sooo cool Goofynina is getting a cat. My cats are all rescues and I love them to pieces.
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Well, i called the pound today, the chick was down right rude, i felt like telling her "i hope you dont treat those poor helpless animals the way you treat the customers" Ugh, i hate rude people, anyways, she said they will NOT let Sam take each kitten out so i can see it, so, it looks like i am going in, it's gonna be hard but the only reason why i want to get one at the pound is because if it wasnt for you all and this site, i really dont think he would've ever agreed to letting me have one. So i am going to rescue one for all of you, i am trying to think of a name though, something for a boy or a girl and it pertains to this site, how 'bout Buttonhole, lol, no waaaay, i just now decided its NOT going to have a name pertaining to dialysis. I am trying to forget it, what was i thinking :banghead;
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Name it Big Ears, or name it after Sluff, call it Fluffy! Hahahahahaha!
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Thats funny I was thinking about Kit for a girl or Epo for a boy.
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You cannot name your cat after me. Too redundant to call the poor kitten Kit. Call it Typo if you have to name it after me!
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You cannot name your cat after me. Too redundant to call the poor kitten Kit. Call it Typo if you have to name it after me!
You mean tpy o? >:D
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Oooh, Sluff got'cha there Kit,
(i am still laughing my ass off on that one) good one Sluff,
Sluff - 1
Kit - 0 (but you did get him on the other thread about the hors'd'ouerves ;)
Come on, we are supposed to be naming my Kitten you two, lmffao... aye yi yi, i love you guys :rofl; :rofl; :rofl;
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Typo
Typography
TC- Typical Cat
KC- Kitty Cat
Time-Out
Batty
Katty
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Susie, you'll survive your shelter experience just fine! It isn't easy, but it isn't as hard as you're probably imagining it to be, either! And look what you'll have when you leave!
How's this for the critter's name: Sweetpea (ha!) ;)
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Oh it is wonderful if you will get a cat from a shelter... definitely wonderful to save a cat!!!
Can I suggest you maybe look at/consider a slightly older cat eg: 8+ months old, 1/2 years... their personality will have settled a bit and might be a bit easier to handle than kittens.. plus the slightly older cats usually get neglected because everyone wants a cute little kitten.
I think you should go in and let the cats come to you and see how they react to you (and you to them) as well as sam to get a bit of an idea... having a strange person picking them up and carrying them to you might be a bit much.. I find a cat will decide pretty quickly if they think you're OK or not - when it's on their terms :)
Anyway I am so glad you are getting a furry friend... it will be wonderful!!!
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To help Sam adjust to the idea of having a cat in the house you could call it puppy. Just Kidding.
You really have to wait until you see the cats and pick one before you decide on a name. It's all about their looks and personality when giving them a name. After all what would be the point of calling a short haired cat fluffy. That would be like calling a dachshund (wiener dog) Killer.
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Susie, you'll survive your shelter experience just fine! It isn't easy, but it isn't as hard as you're probably imagining it to be, either! And look what you'll have when you leave!
How's this for the critter's name: Sweetpea (ha!) ;)
Awww, Sweetpea is a cute name but my friends dog is named Sweetpea, she'll think i stole her name :P but thank you for the suggestion ;)
Oh it is wonderful if you will get a cat from a shelter... definitely wonderful to save a cat!!!
Can I suggest you maybe look at/consider a slightly older cat eg: 8+ months old, 1/2 years... their personality will have settled a bit and might be a bit easier to handle than kittens.. plus the slightly older cats usually get neglected because everyone wants a cute little kitten.
I think you should go in and let the cats come to you and see how they react to you (and you to them) as well as sam to get a bit of an idea... having a strange person picking them up and carrying them to you might be a bit much.. I find a cat will decide pretty quickly if they think you're OK or not - when it's on their terms :)
Anyway I am so glad you are getting a furry friend... it will be wonderful!!!
RichardMel, that makes all the sense in the world, i will definetly look at the older cats too, i am honestly not looking forward to going in that shelter but i am going to do it for all of you ;) We are going to wait until next week cuz hubby will be off all week and he will have time to take me then, so for now i am going to the store and getting all my supplies, I GET A CATTY ;) WOOHOOOO :clap;
To help Sam adjust to the idea of having a cat in the house you could call it puppy. Just Kidding.
You really have to wait until you see the cats and pick one before you decide on a name. It's all about their looks and personality when giving them a name. After all what would be the point of calling a short haired cat fluffy. That would be like calling a dachshund (wiener dog) Killer.
Hawkeye, i have been wrecking my brain thinking of a name, i think i will wait until i get one, take a pic and post it and maybe all my family here can help me pick one, kinda like a raffle, lol, thank you all again soooo much :cuddle;
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Don't forget catnip, but if your cat will be allowed outdoors, make sure you don't give it any near the time it goes out (it impairs their senses somewhat, making it more likely they'll do something stupid and get hurt or run over).
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It will definetly be an indoor cat :2thumbsup;
What does catnip do for them anyways? I never bought it for any of my cats but Okarol says she bought it for her cat. :thumbup;
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Glad to hear it'll be indoors only - that makes for a longer lifespan, and much fewer problems for the owner. Catnip affects cats like drugs or alcohol do humans - they get really wacky on it, and many of them LOVE it - they're hysterical to watch when they're "drunk". Some, however, don't like it. One of my loves it, and goes tearing around the house and playing like mad when she has it, jumping all over and fluffing up and pouncing on everything. The other one looks at me as if I'm nuts to be offerring it to her, and ignores it completely.
You're in for such a treat with this new addition to your family!
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Good names for kitties -
Aclysm
Alina
Alyst
Apult
and don't forget Mandu!
Hehehehehehehe
Catnip reacts differently in different kitties. Some vets believe it actually makes them hallucinate, which is why they run around and chase things that aren't there. Other kitties just get very mellow and relaxed. So, basically, they get stoned.
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Glad to hear it'll be indoors only - that makes for a longer lifespan, and much fewer problems for the owner. Catnip affects cats like drugs or alcohol do humans - they get really wacky on it, and many of them LOVE it - they're hysterical to watch when they're "drunk". Some, however, don't like it. One of my loves it, and goes tearing around the house and playing like mad when she has it, jumping all over and fluffing up and pouncing on everything. The other one looks at me as if I'm nuts to be offerring it to her, and ignores it completely.
You're in for such a treat with this new addition to your family!
Hmmm, sounds verrrrry interesting, do they have people nip? I'd like to slip some in my hubby's drink and watch him bounce around the house, i might even let him play with the broom and mop and see if i can get help with the cleaning around here, lol, ::) :P
Oh i just cant wait :clap;
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Yep, people nip is commonly referred to as "Scotch", or "Whiskey"!
Don't forget to put fresh film & batteries in your camera - I'm hoping for lots of cute photos of your (and Sam) "bonding" with your new love. :)
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Ummm, noel, I'm pretty sure "people nip" is something you smoke, not something you drink! ;D
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My mistake! And I was a child of the '60's, too! :-\
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Yep, people nip is commonly referred to as "Scotch", or "Whiskey"!
Don't forget to put fresh film & batteries in your camera - I'm hoping for lots of cute photos of your (and Sam) "bonding" with your new love. :)
Hmmmm, there must be "catnip" in his "bud light" cuz although it doesnt make him bounce off the walls, he sure gets FRISKY when he drinks it ;)
Ummm, noel, I'm pretty sure "people nip" is something you smoke, not something you drink! ;D
I'll defintely take some of that "people nip" for my own personal use thank you very much :P
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LOL!!! I would also like some of that "people nip" please.
It's hard to name a kitty without seeing him/her. You should post a pic and take suggestions. I am very happy for you! :2thumbsup;
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Oooh, Sluff got'cha there Kit,
(i am still laughing my ass off on that one) good one Sluff,
Sluff - 1
Kit - 0 (but you did get him on the other thread about the hors'd'ouerves ;)
Come on, we are supposed to be naming my Kitten you two, lmffao... aye yi yi, i love you guys :rofl; :rofl; :rofl;
whore d ouerves is what i was hinting at with my post...
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whore d ouerves is what i was hinting at with my post...
I know Goofynina was trying to get a little p***y, but come on now... ;D ;) >:D :rofl;
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I vote, whether it's male or female, to name that kitten Billy. :cuddle;
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Name your kitten:
Weedpatch
Maryjane
Weedy
Scotch
Whiskey
Stupid
Catty
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Maybe one of these will work.....lets see what she looks like! ;D
AFGHAN - if he/she is warm and furry
AFGHAN BLACK
AFRICAN BUSH
BAR
BHANG
BLACK ROCK
BLAW
BLIM
BLOND HASH
BLOW
BLOW A STICK
BOO - might be your Boo
BRASS
BRICK
BRICK
BROCCOLI
BUDDHA GRASS
BUSH - if you are a fan --of the MAN
CHARAS - nice name
CHARGE
CHITARI - if you were a fan of *Atari
CUNG
DAGGA
DIRTY
DOPE
DRAW
DRY HIGH
DUBBE
DUBY - lol...I would love to call my cat by this name!
GAGE
GANGA - pretty name
GANGSTER
GHANJA - also pretty
GIGGLEWEED
GRASS
GRIFFO - if he looks like a Griff
HASH OIL
HAY
HEMP
HERB J
HO
INDIAN HEMP
ACE if he is the man!
BOMBER
BLACK
BLACK RUSSIAN
CANNED SATIVA
FINGERS
HASH
Hashish
JANE already been done
JIVE
KAJEES ?
KIEF won't work
KIF
KITT
LEBANESE GOLD
LOCO WEED
LOVE WEED lol
LOZ
MALAWI GRASS
MARY also done
MEXICAN GREEN
MEZZ maybe
MOHASKY
MORAGRIFA
MOW THE GRASS
MUTAH
OLJA
PANAMA RED
POD
POT
PUFF
RESIN could work for a black cat
SATIVA
SHIT
SMOKE
SPUTNIK if he/she is a crazy kitty!
STICKS if it's a runt
T
TAKROURI if it's a siamese
TEA
TEMPLE BALLS
TEXAS TEA
THAI STICKS
WEED
YESCA
ZANI if it's ZANI
STUFF
JOINT
REEFER
ROACH
SPLIFF
TORCH UP
MALAWI COB
ONE
LEBANESE
PAKI (BLACK) again, a black cat
QUARTER MOON if you are a hippie...lol...you can get away with it.
RED SEAL
ROCKY if he's a bad ass
SOLES
WACKY-BACKY
WASCH
SENSE
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I dont know if those would be a good name for a catty but i know one thing for sure, THEY SURE WOULD DO ME SOME GOOD :P ::)
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Did someone get a hold of the wacky weed dictionary?
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Well, I saw this post by a member named kitkatz, and thought I would add to it.
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Now you've done it. Gone and gotten me into a fine fix, Olly!
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well, now i have done it!!!! me and my big mouth... well Susie tell Sam-O i will buy him his tito's taco when i arrive there in august (that's providing i have beaten this stupid stomach virus/problem) i will also buy him a "cheve" and I'll even make it a special brand, as for the gatito, congrats!!!! maybe you should get two and name one "TITO" and the other "TACO" just an idea amiga.
cheers :beer1; (me and Sam-O in august)
Rolando
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Sounds good Rolando, now you just get better dammit, I wish i could get two, i am just greatful he said i can have ONE ;) (but dont think i am not going to push for two) :P wish me luck, thanks again :2thumbsup;
lookin' forward to August :grouphug;
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Try for 3 and you'll end up with 2
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That is not a bad idea Sluff, me likes your way of thinking my friend ;) :2thumbsup;
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Shoot for the moon and go for broke. Take what you can get. :beer1;
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:clap; This is the week my friends, the week i get a Catty. I am so nervous (dont know why) i just want it to love me, thats all, i already love it and i dont even have it yet. Was thinking if it's a boy, how about naming it Memphis? Seen it on Happy Feet, thought it was cute. I dunno, I JUST CANT WAIT :clap;
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Cats are very perceptive and can tell when you need them... like when you're feeling low or sick or whatever.. and they KNOW.. they can also tell a cat lover.. I think you will be fine Mina... soon you will wonder how you ever lived without your furry feline friend snuggled up with you purring and licking your hand in love...
my thoughts (and celeste's too.. when she's awake :) ) are with you!!
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Memphis is a cool name but then again so is Dallas.
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I can hardly wait to hear all about your new little lovey!
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Cats are very perceptive and can tell when you need them... like when you're feeling low or sick or whatever.. and they KNOW.. they can also tell a cat lover.. I think you will be fine Mina... soon you will wonder how you ever lived without your furry feline friend snuggled up with you purring and licking your hand in love...
my thoughts (and celeste's too.. when she's awake :) ) are with you!!
This is absolutely so very true RichardMel, it had been a couple of months since i had went out to mom's for a visit (she lives in the country and she always comes into town) and i had known my Goddaughter (lil Susie) mom has full custody of her, well, i had known she had gotten a kitty, i just never had seen it, well, one day i went over there and the cat wanted NOTHING to do with me, kept running from me when i tried to touch it so i gave up. Me and my Goddaughter had gotten into a heated argument which left me in tears, and that cat came up to me and starting caressing my arm with his head, it was the darndest thing, one good thing was Sam witnessed it, that cat was all over me while i cried. To me, it was a beautiful experience, not with my Goddaughter though, little brat, but with that darn cat ;) ;)
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Mina,
This is exactly why I am a cat lover (oh and the fact that my cat cleans herself and does her business in the right spot :) ).
I just know with Celeste that she can still surprise me with knowing just when I need her close and the encouragement of a little catty head butt or I need my space.... or if I'm feeling tired and flat after a session she will just sit quietly with me and not demand her dinner or bug me for anything.... you can't teach those kinds of things but like I said.. Cats *know* and they give such undemanding love and support it's amazing.
I'd be lost without my furry friend... :)
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My dog can do all that and more. >:D
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goofy, how about a name like Marley, or Jamiraqui? Anyhow, don't be nervous the kitty needs to know he/she is safe and it can sense how you are feeling. Good luck to you and you new family member!
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Mina,
This is exactly why I am a cat lover (oh and the fact that my cat cleans herself and does her business in the right spot :) ).
I just know with Celeste that she can still surprise me with knowing just when I need her close and the encouragement of a little catty head butt or I need my space.... or if I'm feeling tired and flat after a session she will just sit quietly with me and not demand her dinner or bug me for anything.... you can't teach those kinds of things but like I said.. Cats *know* and they give such undemanding love and support it's amazing.
I'd be lost without my furry friend... :)
Awww, see, that is exactly why i NEED a cat, today is the day, i am just waiting for one of my Goddaughters to get out of school cuz she is going to go with us to pick one out. OMG, I cant wait... Be prepared for my pics ;) :2thumbsup;
My dog can do all that and more.
And can your dog purrr? If yes, then there is something wrong with your dog dude ;)
goofy, how about a name like Marley, or Jamiraqui? Anyhow, don't be nervous the kitty needs to know he/she is safe and it can sense how you are feeling. Good luck to you and you new family member!
OMG, i Love the name Marley, i think that is going to be it if it is a Boy, thank you George, why didnt i think of that, duh? lol, that's kinda cute huh? Marley!! :thumbup;
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My dog can do all that and more.
And can your dog purrr? If yes, then there is something wrong with your dog dude ;)
I can make him purrr..you wanna hear that someday? >:D
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I can make him purrr..you wanna hear that someday?
Maybe out of curiosity, lol, what the hell can you possibly do to your dog to make him purr? Dont make me call the authorities on you dammit :P
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>:D >:D
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I think Marley is an excellent choice for a boy! ;) You can call him Mar, for short, when you are loving on him. Best of luck with the little one. :clap;
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I like Marley! That's a cool name for a cat! Ran renamed our outside cat (the one I let inside when I'm there...). He's now Cosmo or Coz, from Kramer from the tv show Seinfeld. He is such a lazy bum! I love him so much! He's vocal too! He likes to talk,
and Ran says he talks in his sleep, too! He was hanging out with Ran yesterday while I was at work. Awww!!!
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OK my loved ones, i am home and i have my baby :2thumbsup; :clap; Unfortunately she is a female and not too sure if Marley suits her, but i will be posting pics (my Goddaughter is taking them at the moment) :) I just wanted to tell you all about how it all happend...
The plan was i was going to stay in the lobby and they were going to bring me out cats that they think i might like, when we drove up i was so excited and sad at the same time, just knowing that there are so many unwanted dogs and cats there and i cant take them home or show them just a little love, but i was happy with the decision of adopting one there. We walk in and asked to see them (they are kind of rude in there) i really didnt want to stay in the lobby with them so i decided to go into the shelter and view them WHAT A MISTAKE!! I started bawling, not crying, bawling like a baby seeing all them adorable little dogs and cats, it took me a minute to be able to even focus, thank God Sam was with me, i had a good strong shoulder to lean on. Once i stopped bawling (but still crying just not as hard) i start looking at all the cats, most of them were big cats, sleeping, not paying any attention to who or what the hell was going on, didnt think they cared less (dont blame them either, poor babies) Then, there was one cat, reaching out as far as possible to us, just paying all the attention in the world to us, i was sold, i asked to hold her and i knew, she is the one, I LOVE HER, soooo, we go outside to sign the adoption papers, they needed to call the assesor (sp) to verify that we own the home we live in, well guess what, they have no records of our address, so there we go, flying home to find our tax papers to verify our address, find them and then we go get my baby, (nameless baby at this point) ;) We have her home now, safe and sound and she is still trying to adapt to where the hell she is, i know this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship and i have all you to thank for it. I will be posting pics in the pets thread so please, come have a look at her and help me think of what i can possibly name her. Thank again my family.... :clap;
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oh goodie, goodie, i'm so glad
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:yahoo; :yahoo; :yahoo; Whoo hoo Goofy got herself a kitty!!!
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YAY! A new baby! Congrats mommy!
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I saw the pics. What a cutie. Goofynina is a Mommy now of a cutie kitty.
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Ohhhh great, not even a whole day with my new kitty and she has attitude, yep, she is stuck up, i went to go pet her and she looked up at me, rolled over and went back to sleep, BAH, how dare her, lol, she is so cuuuuuute!!! ;)
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That means she likes it there. :2thumbsup; Pictures please. ;D
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Allright, that does it!! Does anyone want a cat?? lol, (just kidding) i have shorts on and damn it if that cat didnt come and show me affection by rubbing up on my leg and trying to jump up on my laps, i reached down to pet her and she was just eatin' it up, literally, bit me, oh Lord, grant me the patience with this child :P :P lol, she has already pottied in her box :clap; but she hasnt eaten or drank any water yet, maybe that is why she bit me huh? My hands must smell like taco's. ::)
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I haven't been here much lately -- living in chaos at the moment! However, I had to check in to see if Goofynina had her new cat yet. Congratulations! :clap; I think Marley is a fine name for a girl cat. I have a female cat named Clyde, and yes, I knew she was female when I "stole" her because she was obviously very pregnant.
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Thank you Deanne, she is a joy, this is my first day with her and, well, to put it nicely, she is driving me crazy ;) cuz i am so in love with her, it is so weird cuz so many things i worry about on a daily basis, i havent even thought of them once, lol, i have been with her all day since i got her home and i just barely fed my hubby dinner (at 9pm), lol, and here i am right back in the room with her, i put her on my desk but she seemed a little scared so she is sleeping by my feet, sure, after she sliced my leg open, lol, nah, but thank you for checking in and i will be posting all my lovely and not so lovely experiences with my feline friend so come back to check up on us k, nice to see ya and i hope your life settles down soon. :cuddle;
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Mina,
Don't worry about the not eating/drinking thing. That's normal. Consider for kitty she's just had a big move from
somewhere she was a little used to to a big new home (for her!) with all the unfamiliar smells, noises, places etc.
Sounds like she's making herself at home right away and will be in charge in no time :) If she doesn't eat in 2-3
days then worry, but she's found her litter tray which is a great thing so you shouldn't have any problems there now
she knows where to go, and she will be ok with the food once she calms down and starts to feel comfy in her
new home.. Don't try to force her to eat or drink.. she'll do it when she needs it.
There's good signs that she's feeling comfy if she sleeps right by your foot and stuff... that shoes a level of trust
and a bond is already developing between you two. Seems like she knows who mom is already :)
how adorable... I love thinking about those special times and how many more you will both have together :)
purrrr!
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Hoo-Ray, Hoo-Ray, what a wonderful day.
Goodynina finally got her way.
Sammie said a kittie could come to stay~
And after scratching Goody's leg, at her feet kitty will lay!
Congrats and best of luck to Sam, Goody, and Fur Baby!
I know you will all be one big happy family! ( and doggies make 5!) :clap;
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Congratulations goofynina!
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RichardMel is right, GoofyNina, Marley is settling in, and will eat when she is ready! Aren't cats cool???
I love them!!!! I am so happy for you!!! :clap; :clap;
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She is a baby adjusting to a new environment. Sounds like she is already playing with you (scratching and bitting) so that is good. It's also good that she has used the litter box. Also if she is already laying with you and sleeping on or near you that is great. She is bonding to you already. If she hasn't eaten yet that's not bad, she will eat when she is good and ready. I also see by the pictures that you got her some toys. Good idea or you will always be the toy. Just one word of warning though, if she sleeps in the bed with you guys cats love to attack any movement from under the sheets so watch what you play with if the cat is right there. You or Sam might get a painful surprise.
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Thank you all for the kind words, and thank you Anja, that was a cool poem you wrote, made me feel proud that someone actually took the time to think of a poem for me and my "baby" thank you.
Well, we got through night #1, I am not able to sleep with her for fear she will bite through my tubing (thanks for the info Lisa/Carson) :2thumbsup; while i am asleep, so for now, i put her in my office (big room) where her litter box, food and water, toys, cat scratcher (with catnip) is. Even busted out a homemade raider blanket that is now all hers, but apparently, she prefers to sleep on my computer chair (which is just fine with me) I peeked in on her several times last night, she hasnt cried once. As we speak, she was wondering around the room, slapping at a few toys and ended up at my feet again, isnt that AWESOME :2thumbsup; I just love her and i cant believe she is mine, still havent finalized her name yet, it will probably either be Marley or Mina (what RichardMel calls me) :) but then again, i do like Minky or Minx ohhhhh decisions decisions... ::)
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Someone from the Humane Society stopped by the clinic during my dialysis session today. She brought three kittens for everyone to play with. Awwwwwwww! I sooooooooo wanted to take one home with me - itty bitty all black baby, except for a white tip on her tail. *sigh* - I've got one, and I adore her, but geez, it's hard to resist them when they hand 'em over while you are stuck in that chair!
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My mom just called me and she said that my kitty is in the local paper, i guess they placed her up for adoption as a "Pet of the Week" before i went and got her, i am going to get the paper and scan the photo and share it all with you, i'm so proud, my baby is a STAR ;) That is probably where the attitude comes from huh? aye yi yi, that little precious thing. It's funny cuz now, she will actually sit there and let me take pics of her, lol, just me and my baby. yep yep.. :clap;
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Someone from the Humane Society stopped by the clinic during my dialysis session today. She brought three kittens for everyone to play with. Awwwwwwww! I sooooooooo wanted to take one home with me - itty bitty all black baby, except for a white tip on her tail. *sigh* - I've got one, and I adore her, but geez, it's hard to resist them when they hand 'em over while you are stuck in that chair!
So far things have been working out ok, but then again it has only been 3 days :P but i still am putting her in the office at night and shutting the door, i dont want her getting into my room and chewing on my tubes, its bad enough she chews on my shoe strings, cords under the desk (which i think i've cured her of that with my spray bottle) ;) and anything else she finds to play with. When i get up in the morning i come in here, to get on the pc, leave the door open and there she stays by my feet, she has not left this room since day one, i am not going to push her and i hope she does go explore other parts of the house, but i guess for now, she is doing great. Jbeany, come on, you can get another one ;) Oh, i would love to have two cats, i feel sooo much better already, i can sit here and watch her play and talk baby talk to her all day long, can you just imagine if i had two?? oh man, ::) ;)
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I'd love two. I don't think the present "Queen of the House" would approve, though! :D
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I'd love two. I don't think the present "Queen of the House" would approve, though! :D
Ohh, ok, gotcha, i found myself asking if i can sit on my computer chair while she is stretched out on it, whether she moves or not, is totally up to her, if she doesnt move, then i just sit in the other chair until she does, yes, i can understand totally, for she (my kitty) is my Queen of the house already, and i think she knows it ;)
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I'd love two. I don't think the present "Queen of the House" would approve, though! :D
Ohh, ok, gotcha, i found myself asking if i can sit on my computer chair while she is stretched out on it, whether she moves or not, is totally up to her, if she doesnt move, then i just sit in the other chair until she does, yes, i can understand totally, for she (my kitty) is my Queen of the house already, and i think she knows it ;)
:rofl; :rofl; You are not going to beleive this one. I have slept on my floor at night because my dog was stretched out on my bed. LOL
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Sluff, with all i know about you and how caring you are, i believe it amigo. That is one lucky dog to have you in his life :2thumbsup;
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Geez, I make my cat get off of my chair so I can sit in it!
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I will pick up whichever cats is curled up in my computer chair at the time and put them on my lap. I do it in a way that I not changing their position just moving them. They usually just look up at me and go back to sleep.
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Sorry NINA I don't know how I got that wrong name in my head :(
Marley is just getting used to her territory and why should she want to leave the office room when YOU are there... she has obviously bonded with you and you feed her and spend time with her etc so there is your bond... I am sure she will explore when you are out of the house if you leave the door open for her to go wandering.. when she can do it on her terms she will and become more confident.
Has she eaten yet? I assumr she has but wanted to check :)
she sounds adorable and totally loving.. and also the queen of the castle. Just wait till she also has Sam under her little paw and he does things for her and lets her sit where she likes etc hehehe
oh and my cat is fine in the bedroom.. she doesn't attack things under the covers she just sits there and snuggles. When I have had someone in bed with me the funniest thing she would do was wait till we were asleep cuddled up.. then we'd wake up in the morning with me on one side, her on the other side and smack in the middle looking innocent and soaking up the heat from both is Celeste - still no idea how she did that all the time! After awhile it became a bit of a joke between I and my gf.. and I think she secretly looked forward to it even though she grumbled lol
(I can understand the concern about the tubes though.. I would be too.. maybe when she is older and settled down, but no way as a kitten).
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We have a cat that is the middle of the ved cat. She curls up in beteween us. We call her In between Nanny our little Chaperona
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Hi RichardMel, no apologies needed about the name, i thought it was kinda cute :P As for my kitty, her name is now Xena, The Warrior Princess :P It fits her perfectly i must say (thank you Brenda) She is slowly coming out of the room, yesterday i was in bed most of the day cuz i was feeling sick, and she wouldnt leave my side, when i did come to the office, she came and got on her hind legs so i can pick her up and we just cuddled (i cried of course) the beauty of it all just touches me like nothing else i can imagine. Sam has already started saying i love that cat more than him, i told him it was a tie ;) he is cool with the cat, thank goodness, As for her eating? I cant keep her bowl full, seems like everytime i turn around it's almost empty, and believe me, it is coming out just as fast as its going in, thank goodness for scoopable litter ;) Right now Xena is curled up on my bed, hubby brought her to me this morning and she is nice and comfy on my pillows. How can i ever show each and everyone of you my gratitude for helping me get my kitty. I am so thankful, you just dont know it, :2thumbsup; :clap;
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Try the CitrusMax litter available at petsmart. Best litter I ever found.
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Try the CitrusMax litter available at petsmart. Best litter I ever found.
Is that for better clumps or odor control Kit? I could use both :P
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It is not a clumping kitty litter, but it works great for odor control. All you do is dump the box once a week and refill it. The odor control is great. It absorbs the urine and smell.
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It is not a clumping kitty litter, but it works great for odor control. All you do is dump the box once a week and refill it. The odor control is great. It absorbs the urine and smell.
The way Xena is letting it out, i would need to dump it like every other day, i better stick to my clumping litter, aye yi yi, this little girl of mine :P Thanks for the info though Kit... :cuddle;
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Aww Nina I have tears in my eyes reading your latest about Xena not leaving your side when you were feeling sick and cuddling on your bed. She has so bonded with you and see knows when you need TLC and even Sam seems to be taking to her. Sounds like the first days of a years of wonderful company and happiness.
About the food.. remember to not just fill the bowl if it is empty or you will get a fat cat very quick! I know she is a kitten and needs her food but try and keep a lid on how much she is fed. What I did and do with mine is give her a set amount and she eats it.. that's it... and no amount of crying or badgering will get her more (she has since stopped and knows when dinner time is but usually won't bug me unless she feels I've short changed her :) ).
That's my advice on that topic.
I'm so glad it's working out so well for you with Xena... very happy :) I'm sending her a cuddle across the miles :)
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HI Goofynina. I have been feeling very unwell and just reading all these posts about Xena tonight has made me feel so much better. I am glad she is giving you so much happiness. I have a new puppy because I am allergic to cats and she is really cute. I thought she was a boy until I took her to have her first shots and then I found out she was a girl. We had named her Harry because our surname is Potter so we have just changed the spelling to an "i" instead of a "y" and she is still Harri.....and she is a handful but I love her to death. I already have an irsih wolfhound cross that is as big as a horse and Harri is a cross toy so they look pretty funny together. I think Sam is terrifc for letting you have your kitten. I really didn't give Paul the choice with the new puppy. His son was living with us and the whole world was revolving around them being together that I just went out one day and came home with Harri. If he can have his son live with us without asking me before he asked him to live with us then I reckon it was OK for me to get the puppy.
Anyhow, you enjoy your kitty and love it as much as you want........Sam will think it is very cute and he'll love that you are so happy. xxxxxxxx
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As for her eating? I cant keep her bowl full, seems like everytime i turn around it's almost empty, and believe me, it is coming out just as fast as its going in, thank goodness for scoopable litter.
If you are having that much trouble keeping her bowl full make sure the dogs aren't getting into it. I know my dogs wont pass up the chance to get at the cat food so we had to put it up on a table to keep them out.
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Nope, its her, all her, lol, i have not yet introduced my dog to my kitty, she is barely starting to venture across the hall and into my room, i tried to take her to the living room but she got spooked and jumped out of my arms and back to her room (office) so when she is more comfortable, i will let them sniff each other through the screen, Jane is amazing and i do not believe she would hurt Xena, i am more afraid of Xena hurting Jane, lol, that darn cat :P and i love her :)
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Oh, Goofy, I am so happy that all is well with you and Xena!! There is something special about animals
relating to us, and knowing when we don't feel good. Sam will be under her spell in a week, I guarantee
it!!!
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It is so funny to watch someone with their first cat. It is overwhelming the love that little furry thing can bring into your life. My ats are all nuts, but I love them anyway!