Introducing Xavier

[CultureJunky]

As you all on PT know I lost my beloved Jack in March. This hit me extremely hard and 2008 was a long sad lonely year. Missing Jack's companionship was very hard for me. So I had been thinking about perhaps getting another tom cat from the same rescue that I adopted Jack & Sunny from. I found it hard going there, and felt butterflies in my stomach whilst I was there, looking at all the lovely cats that needed homes. I wanted an adult cat, no matter the age, just a soft sweet soul that needs love. I originally asked about a white tom, but he had been very dominant in his previous home and was a bully, he was actually covered in scars! A real bruiser, but I simply couldn't put Sunny at risk.
So I said what about this black cat, is it male. He was, he was called Kris. He is around 6 months old and came from a feral mother, but had been socialised in a foster home so he would be ready to be rehomed. He had had a few enquiries but people were put off because he came from a feral mother (I assume they weren't really knowledgable about what that was) and also his colour.
So we opened the door to check him out, he was full of excitement and just wanted to play, he let me pick him up though he was a little jumpy.

Well on Thursday I picked him up from the rescue and brought him home.
So I would like you all to meet Xavier!
He really is a little star, a wonderful little boy, a real cuddler, very affectionate and playful. He's a gorgeous little cat. He's eating fine, used his litter trays and just plays constantly. He's got on my lap for cuddles and also laid on his back with his paws in the air completely relaxed on me, so I think he's settled in already! It's demanding keeping up with him, but I am so happy that I chose such a sweet cat who I think is going to blossom into a big teddy bear when he's full grown.

Here he is:
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He's behind me isn't he!
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I wish he'd go away!
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He is fascinated by Sunny and tries to follow her around. She's being very grumpy about the whole affair and hissing at him. But he's not put off by this at all and wherever she is he tries to be too. I'm sure she'll come around eventually whe she's used to him!
Although I wanted an older cat originally, I think he would have been there a while if I hadn't chosen him, so I'm glad I did. One of the other cats who had been there a year was all black, but a female otherwise I would've enquired about her. So black cats don't seem popular with the public, so I'm glad that I have him :)
Whoever socialised him did a wonderful job as he is so soft you'd never know he came from a feral background.

[Moesha]

You post brings happy tears to my eyes. I'm glad that you decided you were ready to help another dear kitty in need. He won't replace Jack, but he will help you heal and you'll be good for him too. Just don't forget to keep giving Sunny extra loves and let her know she is an important part of your family, as I am sure you are. Those pictures are the cutest! Congratulations to you and WELCOME TO PET TALK, XAVIER!

[CultureJunky]

Yeah we have told Sunny she is still the princess of the house! hehe and as it always was Sunny sleeps upstairs in bed with us. It was this way when Jack was still here, nighttime was always Sunny's time. I'm going to keep it that way, as her territory is upstairs so we'll make sure she's still as comfortable as can be

[Grace]

I am so happy for all of you - what an adorable little boy he is!!

Love the pictures of the two of them on the bed.

[Medusa]

The expression on Sunny's face is priceless. "When I turn around, he'd better be gone". Congrats on your new furkid. He's adorable. Love blackies. :love:

[Sonia59]

Oh he is cute! I am glad you chose him and I am sure Sunny will get used to her new buddy :) Congratulations!

[Edwina's Secretary]

Deja vu all over again! The look on Sunny's face...which Medusa captions so perfectly and the look on Xavier face..."who me?" reminds me so of Edwina and Eddie!

Congrats all around!

[Barbara]

Xavier is so handsome :)
Glad he stepped into your live with his 4 black paws:)

[Taz_Zoee]

He is beautiful!! And a very lucky kitty to have found such a wonderful home.

Welcome to Pet Talk, Xavier!! :D :D

[Freedom]

Look at the sheen to his coat! Marvelous, hello Xavier!

Kate I am so happy for all of you!

Dear Sunny -- you ARE a princess, and we love :love: you so much.

The photos with Sunny are really great. She WILL adjust soon; sounds like Xavier isn't going to give her a choice in the matter!

[jennielynn1970]

What an adorable little boy!!! I love the look on his face as he's behind Sunny... so surprised, lol!

Awe... Sunny, it's gonna be ok. You'll love cuddling with him soon enough, and he'll make you feel happy and young again!! Yay for little brothers!!

I'm so happy for you Kate!

[Bengalz]

Congratulations Kate and Sunny:) on your new addition. Xavier is a very lucky little boy and I think he already knows it:D:D

I'm pretty sure his charming ways will win Sunny over - who can resist that adorable face:D Sunny just needs to gently let her little brother know who is boss;)

[catmandu]

I KNOW THAT TUBBY 2 ANGEL:love::love:, TUBSTER PANTHER AND PORCH CAT EBONY TUBSTER :love:LOVE YOUR DEAR NEW CAT XAVIER,:) AND WE PRAY THAT YOUR JACK ANGEL:love: WILL BE THIER TO HELP WITH THE INTRODUCTIONS, SO THAT SUNNY:D WILL NOT BE AS LONELY, AND THAT SHE WILL FIND IN XAVIER A NEW AND CHERISHED COMPANION.:love::love:

[Pinot's Mom]

Xavier is such a shiny, beautiful boy! That last photo with his eyes so big! How can Sunny resist?? It'll all work out fine, and welcome Xavier, we'll enjoy watching you grow up! :)

[krazyaboutkatz]

Congrats!!!:D He sure is adorable.:) I'm sure that Sunny will learn to accept or at least tolerate him in time.:)

[momcat]

Hi Xavier and welcome to the PT family! What a lucky little boy you are finding such a purrfect furever home. You're about to enjoy more love and care than you ever dreamed possible. All Sunny needs is a little time to get to know you and she's going to be a super playmate.

How wonderful to see you again, Sunny! Please be patient with Xavier. Your new little brother needs you to teach him everything he needs to know about being a kitty. And with you, he couldn't have a better teacher.

Could I ask you to give Xavier lots of welcome scritchies and lovies from me? And also a mega-dose of lovies to sweet Sunny?

[cassiesmom]

Hello, beautiful black Xavier! Welcome to pt! How nice to meet you!

[Prairie Purrs]

What a handsome little guy! Wide-eyed and looking for mischief, I'll bet. :D

I'm sure Sunny will enjoy having a little brother--after she's spent some time letting him know who's in charge, of course.

[kitten645]

Oh my...he's the spitting image of my Calvin. Just you wait! He will get to that place in your heart that all blackies do. They are rumoured to be "monkey/clown" kitties and Calvin sure fills that bill.
Welcome Xavier! You chose the perfect meowmie!
xxxooo
:love:
Claudia

[blue]

Every pic he looks suprised. Cute little bugger.

[kb2yjx]

Hello Handsome!!! Our Bianca Rose welcomes you to your new home!!!

[Laura's Babies]

I am squeeling with delight A BLACKIE!!!!! If he gives you only half the love and devotion Samantha gives me, you will never regret getting him.. I think of how sweet Samantha is and don't understand why everyone don't have a Blackie! I have had 3 in my lifetime and they all have been SUPER loving, faithful and loyal velcro babies. Congratulations on your new baby and he is adoreable! WELCOME HOME XAVIER!

[wolflady]

What a total cutie pie! I love the name you picked out for him. :) Sunny sure doesn't look too happy, but you just know that she's probably smiling inside. I do think you made the right decision since younger cats shouldn't pose a threat to an older established cat in the household. Sunny is still the top cat in your house and I'm sure she'll keep Xavier in his place! *snicker*
Congrats on the new baby! :D :love:

[phesina]

What a beautiful little boy, and what a wonderful thing you have done bringing him home. Welcome, Xavier!

[Miss Z]

Wow, he's a stunner! I love his name too. I'm sure we'll be hearing plenty of stories about all the mischief and fun he'll get up to, and I look forward to reading about them!! :D

[snowbelle15]

What a handsome boy! He is gorgeous. Welcome to your new home, Xavier! :D

[smokey the elder]

Black cats always seem to be mushes. Congrats on your new addition!

[jenluckenbach]

WELCOME to PT Xavi!! sorry for the belated message, but some how I missed this. But you sure came to the right place!! :love:

[Zippy]

Congrats Xavier is adorable :)

[Vermontcat]

I'm sorry I didn't see this thread until now.
Congratulations on the cute new addition!:D
Xavier is so adorable, I love the look on Sunny's face in the pictures of them together.:)

[sasvermont]

Welcome:


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Love,

Lucy

[CultureJunky]

Wow, I can't get over how like Xavi, Lucy is! That's a double. Maybe a future valentine I think :love:;)

[Randi]

I missed this too, but glad it come up again. Xavier is gorgeous and he sure seem to like it there, although he can't quite understand why Sunny won't play with him. They will soon be best friends I'm sure. :)

Love the pictures of them together, even though Sunny looks a bit grumpy. Xavier looks like he is ready to "attack" - what a brave little boy.

Welcome to PT, Xavier - we hope to hear all about your antics and how you get Sunny to play. :D

[Killearn Kitties]

Hi gorgeous! I missed you altogether until I saw you playing with your orange. :D Congratulations on your wonderful new home.

[Anikaca77]

Welcome Xavier, you are very beautiful. I hope everything is going well.

[orangemm]

Welcome beautiful Xavier! What a gorgeous boy you are and so lucky to be in a wonderful furrever home.

Welcome to PT; we'll be watching for stories about you!:love::love::love:'


You look like my RB Mikey. He was the lovingest cat, so sweet, gentle and friendly. Blackies are so special....................