These are mother (the gray cat) and daughter. They're about 8 years old. They are outdoors cats, healthy, spayed and would appreciate a new yard with some food and affection.
2 lovely cats for adoption
Started by drumbo, May 26 2012 12:15 PM
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Posted 26 May 2012 - 12:15 PM
These are mother (the gray cat) and daughter. They're about 8 years old. They are outdoors cats, healthy, spayed and would appreciate a new yard with some food and affection.
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Posted 26 May 2012 - 03:54 PM
They're very pretty cats. Why are you looking for a new home for them?
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Posted 26 May 2012 - 05:26 PM
We have to separate because our family is leaving for Europe where we'll start a new life after some recent tragic events here at Lakeside. Cats don't easily adjust to such a long journey and major change. One person (and cat lover) told us to put them to sleep, but I hope that won't be necessary...
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Posted 26 May 2012 - 05:42 PM
Thanks for letting us know drumbo. The move will be hard for everyone. Your family will be greatly missed.
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Posted 26 May 2012 - 06:06 PM
seems like the would be inseparable- been together so long. assuming not de-clawed?
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Posted 27 May 2012 - 03:52 AM
I moved over here from the German-Polish border a little over 2 years ago with my 4 cats. They traveled just fine. I have moved quite a bit in the last 11 years and have lived in both eastern and western Germany, Turkey and Mexico with my cats. They are family. I always take them with me and wouldn't consider moving without them. I hope you will reconsider and take yours with you too. You will need microchipping and a rabies titer, as well as a health certificate and rabies vaccination, to get them into the EU. Trust the voice of experience: you can take them with you; you just have to want to.
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This message is heartily endorsed by:
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(Note: HM Queen Sonja the other one - self-crowned, formerly an asylum seeker - had to be euthanized due to illness 26 December 2011.)
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Posted 27 May 2012 - 06:29 AM
They are not declawed. They are quite independant and so I would say, no they are not inseparable. The mom is a rescue cat from Anita's. We're already taking two dogs also. Given de circomstances of an emergency move, we would prefer someone step in for the cats and enjoy their company.seems like the would be inseparable- been together so long. assuming not de-clawed?
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Posted 27 May 2012 - 07:56 AM
I am appalled that you are taking 2 dogs and wanting to leave these nice, pretty cats. It won't be that much more trouble to take both of the cats. You can put them both in one large cage. Mine came over in 2 cages, 2 cats in each cage. I think they travel better that way.
Klein Max the German farm tiger says, :"Take the cats and forget the dogs." Minke and Schneeball concur.
Klein Max the German farm tiger says, :"Take the cats and forget the dogs." Minke and Schneeball concur.
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Posted 27 May 2012 - 08:17 AM
"One person (and cat lover) told us to put them to sleep, but I hope that won't be necessary... "
Cat lover, my eye.
Cat lover, my eye.
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Posted 27 May 2012 - 08:28 AM
None of us know what their situation is. These are outdoor cats and they may not have a place to keep them safe at their new home. I think the main difference between leaving a dog behind or an outside cat would be..leaving the dog would be like leaving a small child...they would feel completely abandoned. Leaving an outside cat would be like leaving your kid who is in college. He'll miss you...but as long as he gets fed...he's cool. Wish I was close enough to take these girls..they're beautiful.
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Posted 27 May 2012 - 08:58 AM
Cats get just as attached to their people as dogs do. They are not "cool" just because they get fed and have water.
When I went to Turkey, I had to leave my cats here temporarily and then return to get them 2 months later. Although they were well-cared for, they were lost without me here and were so glad to see me when I came back for them. I was inundated with purring, pawing, heavy petting and wet kitty kisses. The airfare was $2,000, plus I was paying rent on 2 apartments (I had to stay 2 1/2 months due to a snafu with the cat paperwork) and the cost of the rental car, and was worth every penny of it. I'm not rich; I'm an old lady on government pensions, but I won't leave my family members behind.
My cats are indoor cats, but do go out in the small backyard for about 2 hours a day.
When I went to Turkey, I had to leave my cats here temporarily and then return to get them 2 months later. Although they were well-cared for, they were lost without me here and were so glad to see me when I came back for them. I was inundated with purring, pawing, heavy petting and wet kitty kisses. The airfare was $2,000, plus I was paying rent on 2 apartments (I had to stay 2 1/2 months due to a snafu with the cat paperwork) and the cost of the rental car, and was worth every penny of it. I'm not rich; I'm an old lady on government pensions, but I won't leave my family members behind.
My cats are indoor cats, but do go out in the small backyard for about 2 hours a day.
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Posted 27 May 2012 - 09:08 AM
Drumbo, I wish you the best of luck finding new homes for your girls. It sounds like you are in a bad situation and trying to do what's best in a short amount of time. I don't know your circumstances, but thank you for NOT taking the advice to have them put to sleep. I'm sure it's difficult enough for you having to part ways with them, so it would be wonderful if you could find new loving parents for your kitties.
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Posted 27 May 2012 - 09:14 AM
RevImmigrant: I'm glad to see you have a big heart for cats. Maybe you would consider helping out.
As Cookie wrote: None of us knows what their situation is... We do know our situation and trust me, I would not offer my cats for adoption if I had other options.
Johanson: thanks for your kind word. We will miss this area and it's beautiful people too.
Now, can we please use this thread to work toward a solution? Thank you kindly.
As Cookie wrote: None of us knows what their situation is... We do know our situation and trust me, I would not offer my cats for adoption if I had other options.
Johanson: thanks for your kind word. We will miss this area and it's beautiful people too.
Now, can we please use this thread to work toward a solution? Thank you kindly.
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Posted 27 May 2012 - 09:15 AM
Your cats are beautiful, and since they are outdoor cats, I bet they more than earn their keep by keeping your premises mouse and rat free. As it should be they are very happy being cats, doing what cats do ....... hunt, play and while away the hours just being cats.
Kudos to you for trying to find a home for them -- good luck!
Kudos to you for trying to find a home for them -- good luck!
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Posted 27 May 2012 - 06:14 PM
Drumbo, I have lost 2 cats since 26 December due to illness and do not feel that I can take any more cats at the present time. Also the farm tiger would revolt and Minke wouldn't be at all happy either. They would be nice for someone who doesn't have any cats since they would be company for each other.
Have you put up signs on the bulletin boards or considered asking the Shelter to take them?
Have you put up signs on the bulletin boards or considered asking the Shelter to take them?
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Posted 27 May 2012 - 06:59 PM
i forwarded the link to a friend who is interested in getting an adult cat after an upcoming trip. However, i think she wants an indoor cat. Do you think either one would be happy to settle indoors? they are beautiful.
i lost one of mine not long ago, and not sure if i could integrate another.
Best of luck.
i lost one of mine not long ago, and not sure if i could integrate another.
Best of luck.
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Posted 28 May 2012 - 07:52 AM
These cats have always gone in the yard to do their business, not in a litter box. Other than that they really like to hang out very close to the house. I guess if they have access to a little patch of green and a sunny spot for all their naps they will be fine. You know how cats are...
Thanks everyone for your support. Please spread the word, we have less then two weeks to go.
Thanks everyone for your support. Please spread the word, we have less then two weeks to go.
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Posted 28 May 2012 - 11:29 AM
Perhaps you could get a litter box and try keeping them indoors temporarily to see how it would work out? I'd suggest holding them in a smallish room (no potted plants) with the box for a few days to insure that's their best option for handling toilet duties, and to make sure they know where it is, then let them roam the rest of the house. If you can confirm that they're OK indoors (or else confirm they aren't), it might make it easier for somebody seeking an indoor kitty. Just a thought.These cats have always gone in the yard to do their business, not in a litter box. Other than that they really like to hang out very close to the house. I guess if they have access to a little patch of green and a sunny spot for all their naps they will be fine. You know how cats are...
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Posted 28 May 2012 - 06:27 PM
Heather has a good idea. Most cats automatically use a box if there is one available.
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