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Post by lund on Jan 29, 2016 15:40:08 GMT -5
The word for cat is katt (with an a-sound like mother), so it did sound plausible. And torties are so pretty!
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Post by mojothehelpermonkey on Jan 29, 2016 15:42:42 GMT -5
We had a pet cemetery in our back yard when I was a kid too. I remember it helping me cope with losing pets. I am not quite sure how old my older cat is. He was an adult when I got him, and his backstory is a bit mysterious. He will probably be the first pet that I have had as an adult to die, so I hope he gives me some warning when he is ready to go.
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Post by gacpa on Jan 29, 2016 17:01:58 GMT -5
My condolences about the loss of Leroy.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 29, 2016 22:58:14 GMT -5
So, tonight I headed down into the basement to feed the kittens and didn't have to swing wide at the bottom of the steps to avoid running into the open door to the utility room. For 16 years I've been doing that and bitching that "someday" I'm going to put a cat door in the wall so we can finally shut that door. I almost yelled at DS for locking the cats out until I realized it really was just Leroy's room. The kittens have their boxes and food elsewhere. DS had shut it and turned off the lights that we'd left on in there for him 24/7 for the past few years when we thought he might not be as good at maneuvering in the dark as he used to be. As much as I've always wanted that door shut, it was really sad to see it. I also got thinking about why I'm trudging all the way down to the lower level to feed cats in the first place. I started doing that because I used to have dogs too. I fed the cats on a ledge that they had a staircase that went up to so the dogs couldn't get it and it just became routine. Well, my last dog has been gone for two years and here I am still going way out of my way and feeding the cats in the basement. We might have to move that up to at least the laundry room if not the kitchen.
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Post by taz157 on Jan 29, 2016 23:07:59 GMT -5
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Post by zibazinski on Jan 30, 2016 7:48:12 GMT -5
The dynamics of not having a third kitty have been interesting. I'm certainly not missing the constant cleaning up of cat barf although I heard a suspicious noise and then remembered I forgot the dry food.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2016 11:18:53 GMT -5
They cuddle now.
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Post by Wisconsin Beth on Feb 1, 2016 12:24:07 GMT -5
I'm basically losing the argument for cats. We talked to the kids about pets this weekend and it's 3-1 for a dog.
I'm not opposed to a dog but I'm rather surprised both kids are solidly in the dog camp. Although a rabbit is apparently the next preference for a pet.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2016 12:32:50 GMT -5
I'm basically losing the argument for cats. We talked to the kids about pets this weekend and it's 3-1 for a dog. I'm not opposed to a dog but I'm rather surprised both kids are solidly in the dog camp. Although a rabbit is apparently the next preference for a pet. Hey, dog is my first choice too! I just really need pets that can be home alone for 12 hours a day right now.
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Post by cktc on Feb 1, 2016 13:26:16 GMT -5
I'm basically losing the argument for cats. We talked to the kids about pets this weekend and it's 3-1 for a dog. I'm not opposed to a dog but I'm rather surprised both kids are solidly in the dog camp. Although a rabbit is apparently the next preference for a pet. Don't fall for the floppy bunny ears! I'm sure there are exceptions, but unless they are raised well from birth they are basically antisocial rodents. If you are considering it, I'd recommend you look for a rabbit/critter rescue so you can get advice from people with more experience.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2016 13:38:27 GMT -5
I've had every kind of pet under the sun and raised rabbits for awhile. I'd go guinea pig before rabbit. They seem to have more personality than rabbits...and baby guinea pigs are just so flipping adorable.
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Post by wvugurl26 on Feb 1, 2016 13:47:15 GMT -5
I had two rabbits when I was younger. My grandma's neighbor still had rabbits for awhile. When I was about 11 or so I developed a bad allergy to them. If I touch them and touch my face my eyes will swell shut. So much for that theory about being exposed as a kid and having a not hospital clean environment preventing allergies.
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Post by Wisconsin Beth on Feb 1, 2016 15:15:53 GMT -5
I think the rabbits come from watching Curious George. Bill has bunnies. Dh and I are in agreement on no bunnies. I won't deal with rabbit poop.
Guinea pigs are kinda out after we watched Josh Gates eating one in Expedition Unknown. Lol. K has a crush of sorts on him.
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Post by mollyanna58 on Feb 2, 2016 16:21:28 GMT -5
I'm basically losing the argument for cats. We talked to the kids about pets this weekend and it's 3-1 for a dog. I'm not opposed to a dog but I'm rather surprised both kids are solidly in the dog camp. Although a rabbit is apparently the next preference for a pet. How about fostering a dog for a local rescue? It would give your kids the experience of living with a dog without making a permanent commitment. If the kids love having a dog around, then adopt. If the thrill wears off soon, which is does for some kids, then keep the dog until the rescue finds the right home for him or her.
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Post by Wisconsin Beth on Feb 2, 2016 17:03:47 GMT -5
I'm basically losing the argument for cats. We talked to the kids about pets this weekend and it's 3-1 for a dog. I'm not opposed to a dog but I'm rather surprised both kids are solidly in the dog camp. Although a rabbit is apparently the next preference for a pet. How about fostering a dog for a local rescue? It would give your kids the experience of living with a dog without making a permanent commitment. If the kids love having a dog around, then adopt. If the thrill wears off soon, which is does for some kids, then keep the dog until the rescue finds the right home for him or her. no pets until I have better and more consistent help around the house.
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Post by Spellbound454 on Feb 2, 2016 18:06:56 GMT -5
We had them for the kids. Females don't smell so you can keep them in the house. Its so exciting for the kids when they have babies....and they don't take a lot of looking after like puppies.
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Post by The Walk of the Penguin Mich on Feb 2, 2016 20:39:14 GMT -5
How about fostering a dog for a local rescue? It would give your kids the experience of living with a dog without making a permanent commitment. If the kids love having a dog around, then adopt. If the thrill wears off soon, which is does for some kids, then keep the dog until the rescue finds the right home for him or her. no pets until I have better and more consistent help around the house. Dogs are a hell of a lot more work than cats. Fortunately, TD gets up with the dog when he starts moving around in the early (sometimes REALLY early) morning hours needing to pee. But when he's away on business, letting him out to pee at 4 am is no fun. He's a pretty good dog who (usually) will run outside, pee and run back inside. But someone still has to get out of bed and let him out!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 2, 2016 23:18:59 GMT -5
These guys are so funny. They're always together now.
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Post by weltschmerz on Feb 3, 2016 2:57:05 GMT -5
I've had every kind of pet under the sun and raised rabbits for awhile. I'd go guinea pig before rabbit. They seem to have more personality than rabbits...and baby guinea pigs are just so flipping adorable. I'd go for pet rats before I'd go for guinea pigs. Personality plus, really smart, affectionate and they can do tricks.
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Post by zibazinski on Feb 3, 2016 7:47:35 GMT -5
Ferrets? We had them. Get two Boys.
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Post by Cookies Galore on Feb 3, 2016 8:33:04 GMT -5
These guys are so funny. They're always together now. They are so sweet!
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Post by cael on Feb 3, 2016 9:10:20 GMT -5
Aw, so cute! This is what I think my mom's poor cat wants to happen with my cat - he wants to be her BFF and they can hang out together and play all the time. She's warmed up to him to the point they sleep on the same bed and are in the same room frequently, but she usually hisses and growls at him when he tries to play. lol. Cuddling would be out of the question! Although once in a while we've caught him napping next to her with a foot stretched out to JUST touching her - that's as close as he can get. Glad they're getting along now!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 3, 2016 10:48:19 GMT -5
These two are all about public displays of affection. They're constantly grooming each other and giving each other massages.
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Post by Anne_in_VA on Feb 3, 2016 12:03:19 GMT -5
They are adorable! Love the pix!
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Post by The Walk of the Penguin Mich on Feb 3, 2016 12:13:12 GMT -5
Tumbles is looking a little put upon for being Scout's pillow!
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Post by Cookies Galore on Feb 3, 2016 13:04:46 GMT -5
Scout definitely looks to be the cuddle bug of the duo!
How is DS doing with Leroy's passing?
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Post by Deleted on Feb 3, 2016 13:11:13 GMT -5
Tumbles is looking a little put upon for being Scout's pillow! But she's licking his leg! LOL
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Post by Deleted on Feb 3, 2016 13:19:49 GMT -5
Scout definitely looks to be the cuddle bug of the duo! How is DS doing with Leroy's passing? I think he's doing better. It comes and goes. Last night he took one of Leroy's favorite toys away from the other cats and I found it later on top of the blankets Leroy is wrapped in in the freezer, so I'm guessing he wants that to be buried with him. He's been bonding with Scout quite a bit...hard not to...he's such an "I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!!" cat. Tumbles has taken to younger son. Or, should I say, she likes that he has bunk beds and sleeping with him in the top bunk.
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Post by Cookies Galore on Feb 3, 2016 13:37:29 GMT -5
Aww, that's sweet that he put aside Leroy's toy.
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Post by kittensaver on Feb 3, 2016 13:39:50 GMT -5
OMG your kitties are adorable!
We too keep the ashes of our kitties after they pass. While they are all tough, I think the hardest kitty to lose was our Simon, a black and white tuxedo who died of liver failure at age 7 . At the time, the vet seemed to think he was a victim of the Iams food contamination fiasco.
Simon is up there on the mantel and his favorite toy sits on top of his small box of ashes. It is a little brown cotton doll his foster mother handmade for him, and was his absolute favorite throughout his life.
Gawd we're a sentimental bunch, aren't we? Anyway, MPL your kitties are ADORABLE and I hope you have many happy years with them .
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