SMOKEY, the Senior Kitty

**kb2yjx** · 06-14-2009, 06:35 AM

Dear Smokey!!! You are the twin to our cat Norton(RB)!!!! You are so fortunate to have a special Dad that LOVES you, and that you love dearly!!! HAPPY COTD to a very special senior cat!!!

**yarlenna** · 06-14-2009, 06:42 AM

Happy COTD, Smokey. Enjoy your special day chasing all the mice etc.

**Medusa** · 06-14-2009, 06:53 AM

Smokey, ya gotta love it when a cat lives life on his own terms and you definitely are doing that! And how awesome you look for 18 years old! I love the story of you and your dad and your special relationship. No wonder you're COTD. Enjoy, handsome boy!

**Bari_d** · 06-14-2009, 07:24 AM

Smokey, it is wonderful to "meet" you this morning. You sound very impressive and are certainly a handsome guy! Eighteen years living outside is quite an achievement...please take care of yourself and stay close to home. Congrats on being today's Cat of the Day!

Noserubs, snuggles and purrs...Bari and all at Cat Happy

**catmandu** · 06-14-2009, 07:25 AM

Smokey is definitley a free spirit and we bet he knows the words to Born Free by heart.
Hes like My Pouncer Roccalno who despte being recently spayed not only got out of her cage , but out of the Hotel too.
Shes a tough little survivor and like Smokey comes over for meals, but panics and wants out right away the time that I closed her in on the porch!

Smokey looks so good, and that outdoor life must agree woth him , and maybe one day he may tre of that life and settle in to be a Barn Cat.
Ebony Tubster spends a lot of time outdoors too , yet comes in for a nice snooze on the beds.

Tubster Panther and Pouncer Roccalno and My Porch Cats ALL send an Ive Got to e Free MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE EEEEEEEEEEEEEOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW To Independant Smokey, Our Libertarian and Newest Cat Of The Day.

**tatsxxx11** · 06-14-2009, 10:00 AM

Happy Cat of the Day greetings to you, sweet Smokey!

We're honored to have a beautiful, time tested, senior citizen such as you as our extra special Sunday honoree! You march to the beat of a different drummer, that's for sure, sweetheart! Medusa's words ring true...you love and live life on your own terms, a free spirit, and clearly are no worse the wear for it! And while it saddens me just a bit to think that you only get to see your beloved Dad on occasion, I can't help but think that those reunions are all the more joyful and cherished because of it!

What a very special, unbreakable bond of love and friendship you two share! You dispense your love in your very own, unique way; an exquisite brand of devoted companionship to be admired, respected and cherished; you truly are one of a kind! Congratulations to you, sweet Smokey! Enjoy your much deserved day of honor, celebrating in your very own, special way! Hopefully you and your Dad will enjoy one of those extra special reunions soon, and won't he be proud to learn his best buddy and life long companion was Cat of the Day!

Love and wishes for many more wonderful years with your proud family, sweet Smokey!

**Pinot's Mom** · 06-14-2009, 11:07 AM

Smokey you are a beautiful kitty! With those big paws and that double coat, I'd say there's more than a touch of the Maine Coon in you, dear!

Have a great COTD celebration with your Dad, you deserve a really big one at 18! Have a great day!

**momoffuzzyfaces** · 06-14-2009, 12:51 PM

Smokey what a gorgeous fellow you are!!!

My senior, Leonardo (who will be 19 in August), is thrilled that you are honored today! He loves it when a kitty with more "life experience" gets top billing.

I hope your Daddy comes to spend your special Day with you and you have a wonderful time.

Congratulations, sweetie, on being our special Cat of the Day!!!

**susanswatlin518** · 06-14-2009, 01:43 PM

TALK ABOUT FABULOUS FURS-HAPPY CAT OF THE DAY SMOKESTER!

I JUSY HOPE YOU ARE CAREFUL OUTSIDE AND KEEP SAFE. I HAVE A FEELING THOUGH THAT YOU KNOW THE INS AND OUTS OF BEING FREE WITH THE WIND IN YOUR LONG HAIR! U LOVE CATS UP HERE IN UPSTATE NY AND I THINK YOU ARE THE PERFECT CAT OF THE DAY! PEACE!SUSANSWATLIN518

**cassiesmom** · 06-14-2009, 08:22 PM

Oh, Smokey! You're so handsome! I would love to pet you. Happy Cat of the Day, sweet senior kitty!

**katladyd** · 06-14-2009, 10:46 PM

Smokester, if I lived way out in the country, my cats would be allowed to enjoy the great outdoors like you do. Unfortunately, too many outdoor cats disappear from my neighborhood, so my boys stay inside, which they both like, thank God! Have a very happy COTD and enjoy the rest of your years, on your terms!

**sak** · 06-15-2009, 01:47 AM

Beautiful Smokey look so like my neighbour's cat and he is a Maine Coone. They are a very robust breed and extremely laid back and friendly. All the best to you from Down Under in Perth Western Australia from Sue and Dolly, Lucy, Bonnie and Meggsie xxxxxx

**furrybeasts** · 06-15-2009, 06:59 AM

Greetings, Smokey, and congratulations on being COTD! Looks like you have another "twin" here, but you also look a great deal like our big Maine Coon mix Homer. While not having lived 18 years, his eight or so have been quite hectic, with an almost terminal gallstone in December of 2007 and recovering now from being shot through the chest by some local idiots. He also spent all his days outdoors until the shooting, but we're having to make other arrangements now since he may not have enough lung health to deal with outdoors again, time will tell. Enjoy the wild country, Smokey, and long live you for your Dad and for all to enjoy!