Jaybee Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 We don't have a cat, but I am definitely partial to tabbies. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barnwife Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 Welp, seeing this thread again totally made it worth it to pop in tonight. So, um, what are you going to name your cat? (Did I miss the name?) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 Dumb question, but how do you meet a cat virtually? Do they have Zoom sessions with cats at the shelter? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 Look at the perfect M on her forehead. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rebcoola Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 Adorable 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 10, 2021 Author Share Posted October 10, 2021 6 minutes ago, Terabith said: Dumb question, but how do you meet a cat virtually? Do they have Zoom sessions with cats at the shelter? We did a Facetime meeting. Perfect in Covid times. He has been staying in a foster home with a very nice woman--and very nearby. The poor guy had a broken leg and needed surgery. All fixed now. About 6 month old. We could see that he's really (really) sweet with his foster mom (who has a dog). Tomorrow we meet for real. I think he's coming home with us. Another photo (this is how they suck people into the cat cult, I'm telling you). Bill 16 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 10, 2021 Author Share Posted October 10, 2021 26 minutes ago, barnwife said: Welp, seeing this thread again totally made it worth it to pop in tonight. So, um, what are you going to name your cat? (Did I miss the name?) Not sure on the name. Currently going by Tiger or Tigere. Not sure those names will stick. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoutTN Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 18 minutes ago, Scarlett said: Look at the perfect M on her forehead. Looks super-hero-ish! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 10, 2021 Author Share Posted October 10, 2021 1 hour ago, klmama said: He's beautiful! Does your wife have a name picked out yet? Not yet. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiberia Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 Welcome to the cat cult. It's really a great place to be. I converted after we adopted a grumpy calico ten years ago. I still love dogs, but cats are just really cool! I'm still lobbying for the name Xerxes, but I'll accept whatever the cat allows you to call him. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 10, 2021 Author Share Posted October 10, 2021 29 minutes ago, Tiberia said: Welcome to the cat cult. It's really a great place to be. I converted after we adopted a grumpy calico ten years ago. I still love dogs, but cats are just really cool! I'm still lobbying for the name Xerxes, but I'll accept whatever the cat allows you to call him. I like your avatar. LOL. What have I done? Bill 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 10 hours ago, Spy Car said: Technically, have? Not quite yet. Tomorrow? Perhaps. We met this guy virtually this evening. My wife has been stalking this cat all week online. I think we are adopting a cat. Bill Internet stalking is how I got my wolfadogadoodle. I saw her photo online and kept going back to it over and over like a lovesick teenager. Told myself it wasn't the right time for another dog. she's been with us for 3 yrs now. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheryl Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 Joy, joy! Congrats! Please upload pics of your newest addition. 🙂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauraw4321 Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 My mutt (40% pit, 30% Australian cattle herder, remainder super-mutt) sees all 4 legged creatures as enemies to be eaten. She’s fast and strong and has caught chipmunks and birds before. She once met a family cat and had no hesitation trying to kill it. A vicious swipe from the cat and deep cut on her nose did nothing to dissuade. You’re right to be concerned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauraw4321 Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 Just now, lauraw4321 said: My mutt (40% pit, 30% Australian cattle herder, remainder super-mutt) sees all 4 legged creatures as enemies to be eaten. She’s fast and strong and has caught chipmunks and birds before. She once met a family cat and had no hesitation trying to kill it. A vicious swipe from the cat and deep cut on her nose did nothing to dissuade. You’re right to be concerned. This is what I get for not reading threads. Beautiful cat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
history-fan Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 Very cute- my name suggestion is “Marvel” I don’t know if my hound would allow a cat in the house- 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 We very carefully and purposefully trained our dog to accept our rabbits and cat. I know that you are good at dog training, Bill and won’t just “see what happens “. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MooCow Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 He's gorgeous!!! He looks the male version of my cat lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaybee Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 14 hours ago, Scarlett said: Look at the perfect M on her forehead. I vote M for Marvel! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaybee Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 2 hours ago, history-fan said: Very cute- my name suggestion is “Marvel” I don’t know if my hound would allow a cat in the house- Oops, I hadn't read this far yet! Or "Milagro" because Bill was talked into it! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 10, 2021 Author Share Posted October 10, 2021 1 hour ago, Jaybee said: Oops, I hadn't read this far yet! Or "Milagro" because Bill was talked into it! "Milagro" would be perfect on so many levels. I can't believe this is actually happening. What is it about October? Like nesting impulse kicks in or something??? Good thing Milagro is cute. Forgive me if I'm radio silent for a bit, in a scramble preparing. In two hours we are going to... Bill 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 10, 2021 Author Share Posted October 10, 2021 4 hours ago, Jean in Newcastle said: We very carefully and purposefully trained our dog to accept our rabbits and cat. I know that you are good at dog training, Bill and won’t just “see what happens “. Yeah, I want this to go well. It will. Chester is very gentle, but part of his mind is going to explode. Bill 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 Time to break out the flash cards and start drilling him on "We do not eat the cat?" 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 Super quick update. Our kitty is home. He is smaller than I figured. Sweet as can be. Has not been eaten by the dog (yet). Trying to do the cat/dog thing slowly. Chester is behaving predictably. Good, but this is a lot for him tp take in. Kitty seems relaxed. Just fed kitty for the first time. Offered up a number of options: wet Royal Canin (what he's been eating), raw diced chicken thigh meat, raw pork, cooked chicken, and cooked pork. The little guy ate them all. Raw chicken first, raw pork next, cooked chicken, cooked pork, then the canned food last. Still seemed hungry so I gave him more raw chicken and pork. Think he will fit in. LOL. Bill 15 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 1 hour ago, Spy Car said: Super quick update. Our kitty is home. He is smaller than I figured. Sweet as can be. Has not been eaten by the dog (yet). Trying to do the cat/dog thing slowly. Chester is behaving predictably. Good, but this is a lot for him tp take in. Kitty seems relaxed. Just fed kitty for the first time. Offered up a number of options: wet Royal Canin (what he's been eating), raw diced chicken thigh meat, raw pork, cooked chicken, and cooked pork. The little guy ate them all. Raw chicken first, raw pork next, cooked chicken, cooked pork, then the canned food last. Still seemed hungry so I gave him more raw chicken and pork. Think he will fit in. LOL. Bill Our cat will eat until the food is all gone and cry for more. We have to limit her or she will get over weight quickly. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 I assume you have done research and it's safe to feed cats raw chicken and pork? I have always left a bowl of dry kibble out for free feeding as well as feeding canned food at particular times of day, and my cats have always walked away from food when they were full, but I definitely know cats that will eat until they puke. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 29 minutes ago, Scarlett said: Our cat will eat until the food is all gone and cry for more. We have to limit her or she will get over weight quickly. I'm always really careful about making sure animals stay lean. This little guy needs a little bulking up. He's a little under-developed. Poor guy had a bad femur break, cast, and one of those external stabilizers to keep it all together. I think he will do well with some good nourishment. I was pleased he went for the good stuff first tonight. Plus he quit when he got full. Still feeling my way when it comes to how much a cat will eat. I intentionally underfed with my first round. Was curious if he be picky. Bill 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 34 minutes ago, Terabith said: I assume you have done research and it's safe to feed cats raw chicken and pork? I have always left a bowl of dry kibble out for free feeding as well as feeding canned food at particular times of day, and my cats have always walked away from food when they were full, but I definitely know cats that will eat until they puke. The foster did the free feed dry kibble and regular wet-canned routine. Pretty typical it seems. I might try something different, as with the dog. Kitty doesn't seem to object so far. We'll see. Bill 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 7 minutes ago, Spy Car said: I'm always really careful about making sure animals stay lean. This little guy needs a little bulking up. He's a little under-developed. Poor guy had a bad femur break, cast, and one of those external stabilizers to keep it all together. I think he will do well with some good nourishment. I was pleased he went for the good stuff first tonight. Plus he quit when he got full. Still feeling my way when it comes to how much a cat will eat. I intentionally underfed with my first round. Was curious if he be picky. Bill When we got our little stray she was half starved…. 7 pounds. After 3 months we took her back to the vet. She had gained like 8 pounds. Vet told us to stop feeding her so much 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barnwife Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 First things first. I am glad kitty has found a good home. Second, please fill this post with pics of kitty. Hope all continues to go well as kitty settles in (especially that kitty continues to get food, not be food). 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 20 minutes ago, barnwife said: First things first. I am glad kitty has found a good home. Second, please fill this post with pics of kitty. Hope all continues to go well as kitty settles in (especially that kitty continues to get food, not be food). The dog/cat interaction thus far is encouraging. The kitty is chill and Chester (whose mind must be blown) is being really good. Can't have hoped for a better start--all things considered. Bill 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 39 minutes ago, Scarlett said: When we got our little stray she was half starved…. 7 pounds. After 3 months we took her back to the vet. She had gained like 8 pounds. Vet told us to stop feeding her so much I promise that I will not let the kitty get overweight. Bill 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KSera Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 1 hour ago, Spy Car said: I might try something different, as with the dog. Kitty doesn't seem to object so far. Cute cat. I presume you know about the requirement to add taurine and other supplements to raw cat food? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 3 minutes ago, KSera said: Cute cat. I presume you know about the requirement to add taurine and other supplements to raw cat food? No need to add taurine supplements as turkey, dark meat chicken, beef heart, and organs are naturally taurine-rich foods. I am very aware of cat's essential need for taurine. I don't think feeding Chinese made synthetic taurine power is preferable to feeding taurine-rich real food. To the contrary, in fact. Bill 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 He is absolutely gorgeous and very lucky to be with you. Congratulations! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephanier.1765 Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 The thing about cats is that's hard to stop at one. We are down to 4 now after one died last year. It's easy to picture how crazy cat ladies become crazy cat ladies. 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 15 minutes ago, stephanier.1765 said: The thing about cats is that's hard to stop at one. We are down to 4 now after one died last year. It's easy to picture how crazy cat ladies become crazy cat ladies. They pressed us hard to take two. I can't believe I said yes to one. LOL. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 1 hour ago, Spy Car said: They pressed us hard to take two. I can't believe I said yes to one. LOL. Bill There are really compelling reasons to get two, especially if they are kittens. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 Just now, Terabith said: There are really compelling reasons to get two, especially if they are kittens. You sound just like them Things are going well (as could be expected) with the dog--but his instincts and prey drive are high. I need to be ever vigilant. Wrangling two kittens, not possible. Kitty is fun to feed. He seems to like everything. He just ate a whole chicken heart. Looks at it, like "how do I eat this?" Then did some licking, but still seemed puzzled. Finally used his whits and tore off a corner. And proceeded. Then he had another challenging portion. A piece of tendon/cartilage that I saved for him off a beef hoof I used for in my stock for making Pozole. The boiled beef hoof had a lot yummy cartilage that's my favorite. I shared. He likes it. A a superior poop in the right place. So far so good. Bill 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 Do kittens this age typically like to sleep in one's lap all day while they get their head rubbed? Bill 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KSera Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 1 hour ago, Terabith said: There are really compelling reasons to get two, especially if they are kittens. Yep. The rescue we foster for does will not adopt out single kittens unless there is already another kitten in the house, due to the high risk of behavioral issues in single kittens. Six months is on the border though. At six months, they will start allowing a cat to be adopted alone. Hopefully this cat has been raised with other kittens up to this point in his/her life, though. We had one cat with single kitten syndrome (didn't know any better at the time). Was fine with us, but boy was it a problem when we had to have a pet sitter and later when we had kids. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 12 minutes ago, KSera said: Yep. The rescue we foster for does will not adopt out single kittens unless there is already another kitten in the house, due to the high risk of behavioral issues in single kittens. Six months is on the border though. At six months, they will start allowing a cat to be adopted alone. Hopefully this cat has been raised with other kittens up to this point in his/her life, though. We had one cat with single kitten syndrome (didn't know any better at the time). Was fine with us, but boy was it a problem when we had to have a pet sitter and later when we had kids. Yeah, we now have a kitty who was orphaned. She has terrible manners. Getting better, but she is still randomly feral, lol. We know what we are getting into, but yeah. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Idalou Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 I've owned solo kittens my entire life, never had trouble with behavior. May be true, may be bunk. Reminds me of the of the 'can an only child be happy' type debates. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KSera Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 4 minutes ago, Idalou said: Reminds me of the of the 'can an only child be happy' type debates. Well, except it’s totally different because it has to do with how young kittens usually learn behavior, which is through lots of rough play with siblings that also gets appropriately corrected by siblings (and mom) when they get too rough. Human children are primarily socialized by their parents. I have no doubt there are lots of nice kittens out there who are raised singly, but for rescues that deal with cats all the time, they have seen a much higher rate of behavior problems in the kittens that were adopted out as singles. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawz4me Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 19 minutes ago, Idalou said: I've owned solo kittens my entire life, never had trouble with behavior. May be true, may be bunk. Reminds me of the of the 'can an only child be happy' type debates. None of the rescues I've volunteered with would dream of insisting on people adopting two kittens. I guess maybe you can get away with that in areas where shelters and rescues aren't overflowing with kittens, but that's not the case here. We're thrilled to adopt out any kitten we can. I do think the "solo kittens have issues" is mostly a fiction. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KSera Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 Just now, Pawz4me said: None of the rescues I've volunteered with would dream of insisting on people adopting two kittens. I guess maybe you can get away with that in areas where shelters and rescues aren't overflowing with kittens, but that's not the case here. We're thrilled to adopt out any kitten we can. I do think the "solo kittens have issues" is mostly a fiction. Yeah, I can imagine they can’t do that in places where there are just way too many kittens. Around here, kittens are sought after and usually leave the shelter very soon after arriving. Sometimes there are people waiting at the door for when they open to have a chance to get kittens. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 Seems to like egg. Bill 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 1 hour ago, Spy Car said: Do kittens this age typically like to sleep in one's lap all day while they get their head rubbed? Bill Yes. This age and beyond. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 Just now, Scarlett said: Yes. This age and beyond. I'm witnessing my first self-grooming session right now. That amps of the list of "activities" considerably. Otherwise it was only eating sleeping, head rubs, and avoiding dog. Bill 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawz4me Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 (edited) 7 minutes ago, Spy Car said: I'm witnessing my first self-grooming session right now. That amps of the list of "activities" considerably. Otherwise it was only eating sleeping, head rubs, and avoiding dog. Bill Oh, just wait until tonight. Although it might not happen tonight. Takes 'em awhile to settle in and feel at home. But sooner or later . . . it will happen. 😉 Edited October 11, 2021 by Pawz4me feel, not fill (sigh) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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