Well I did it...I took Minion!

[Pam]

I wasn't going to even visit Pet Talk today because I have to be at my daughter's house in an hour for my grandson's first birthday, but the addiction is strong! LOL! Anyway, when I scanned the posts and saw this I almost jumped out of my seat! Leslie I am SO HAPPY for you and Minion both! It seems that God had a hand in putting him right in your path at the right time. How fortunate that he picked your apartment to explore that first night. I think, based upon your neighbor's statement that his owners moved out, I would remove all signs, etc. and stop inquiring. I know that sounds bad, but hey no one has been feeding this poor guy or even caring that he exists, except your neighbor, and he deserves a good home, and I know he has found that with you. I just can't tell you how happy I am today.

It's funny but I think back to all of the events in Pet Talkers' lives over the time I have been here and it's been so neat to follow in everyone's adoptions, etc. I remember when I first "met" you your fur family consisted of Graham and Cassie. They Cassie went to 'mom' and we all got to meet Ritz through her. Then Kersey was added, and now Minion. Isn't it so neat that we have come to know and share and care for each other through this marvelous thing called the internet and of course, best of all, Pet Talk! I'll check in tonight for any updates, but give that boy (is Minion really a boy? can you tell?) a great big kiss from me!!

[Rottieluver45]

Awwww...they make a very odd/but cute couple!

[AdoreMyDogs]

Originally posted by Pam
I wasn't going to even visit Pet Talk today because I have to be at my daughter's house in an hour for my grandson's first birthday, but the addiction is strong! LOL! Anyway, when I scanned the posts and saw this I almost jumped out of my seat! Leslie I am SO HAPPY for you and Minion both! It seems that God had a hand in putting him right in your path at the right time. How fortunate that he picked your apartment to explore that first night. I think, based upon your neighbor's statement that his owners moved out, I would remove all signs, etc. and stop inquiring. I know that sounds bad, but hey no one has been feeding this poor guy or even caring that he exists, except your neighbor, and he deserves a good home, and I know he has found that with you. I just can't tell you how happy I am today.

It's funny but I think back to all of the events in Pet Talkers' lives over the time I have been here and it's been so neat to follow in everyone's adoptions, etc. I remember when I first "met" you your fur family consisted of Graham and Cassie. They Cassie went to 'mom' and we all got to meet Ritz through her. Then Kersey was added, and now Minion. Isn't it so neat that we have come to know and share and care for each other through this marvelous thing called the internet and of course, best of all, Pet Talk! I'll check in tonight for any updates, but give that boy (is Minion really a boy? can you tell?) a great big kiss from me!!

Well I am so excited that you chose to peek at P.T. before doing what you had to do Happy first birthday, Christian! Yes it is neat to see the new additions, and to hear about the before/after stuff. I get so excited when my friends here at P.T. get new animals, and it's so exciting to read about the whole process of getting them. I enjoy it so much myself, and I am glad to hear that I am not the only one who does

Minion let me check out his manly parts last night as I was trying to gently get all of his dozens of burrs that are causing him all those huge matts. He is a neutered boy, for sure I always had more of a soft spot for boy cats, anyway. The nicest cats I have had growing up were all boys. Not saying that girl cats aren't nice, but in my experience, boy cats have been the most friendly.

Thanks for all the well wishes. I am not planning on putting up any signs. Minion was poorly cared for and he does not deserve to go back there. I will, however, be on the lookout for adds in the paper. If someone wants him enough to pay for and add then I will honor that and call them and see what kind of vibe I get.

Thanks everyone.

[TheAntiPam]

What an uplifting story for the holiday weekend! Congratulations to all at your house for a happy and smooth transition for Minion. You are doing a wonderful thing!!!

Sure am sorry to hear about the allergies! If good wishes were medicine, the PetTalk family would cure you in an instant!

[Aspen and Misty]

O I am so happy for you! O and Minion is so pretty! I am gald teh introductions went well! I hope you don't have to get ride of him cause of your allergies! After all you did you deserve to enjoy this little guy. I am so gald that you took him and that he has a great home now! I know you will love him up to no extent! Give Minion a hug for me!

Ash

[ChrisH]

Minion is just so very gorgeous I am so glad you got to find him again and take him home. The way he came to you, one who will love and care for him and how well he gets on with Kersey and Graham, just like he knew them already It seems that you were all meant to meet and be together, whether for always or (because of the allergy) just for a while. I pray it is for always.

[krazyaboutkatz]

I'm so glad that I saw this thread since I missed the other thread on Minion. What a heart warming story. I think that you were meant to have Minion in your life. I'm so glad that he's getting along with both of your dogs and that he's so friendly and social. He's also gorgeous. I'd love to see some more pics of him. Since your allergies are acting up, I sure hope that you're able to keep him. If it was me I'd have a very hard time giving up a cat like that. I don't think that there's anything wrong with him. My cat Storm is a very social cat too and Minion actually reminds me of Storm a little bit. Storm also picked me to be his owner.

[Pam]

Originally posted by AdoreMyDogs
Minion let me check out his manly parts last night as I was trying to gently get all of his dozens of burrs that are causing him all those huge matts. He is a neutered boy, for sure I always had more of a soft spot for boy cats, anyway. The nicest cats I have had growing up were all boys. Not saying that girl cats aren't nice, but in my experience, boy cats have been the most friendly.

Well it seems that his former humans at least had the good sense to have him neutered. He is just a gorgeous cat and I can see why you were smitten. It's so nice to know he has a roof over his head and a loving family now. I am so glad that Graham and Kersey seem to be adjusting so well to their new "brother." Trevor and Andy are the only cats I have ever owned. They are obviously males and very affectionate. I didn't set out to find male cats as both of them just sort of "fell into my lap." I can't speak for the females but I am definitely hooked on boy kitties.

[Logan]

Leslie, this is wonderful news! I do hope you can get the allergies under control. Maybe you'll build up a resistance over time......Minnion looks like he was "meant to be" with you, Dan, Kersey and Graham!!

When I let Butter inside, almost two years ago, he was never even fazed by my dogs. Honey and Lilly are used to cats since Mimi was here when they moved in. It was Mimi who had to get used to him (and I'm still waiting for that to happen ). Butter isn't the friendly sort to humans that I would like him to be, but he has made so much progress since he became "our" cat. I wish you could see him right now, curled up on the bookshelf above my head. He just likes to be close, but not too close, to me.

Best of luck to all of you, and thanks for the great pictures!!!!

[lynnestankard]

Leslie - I'd have to agree with SallyAnn - try giving Minion a bath. It should improve the dander problem quite a lot. We had to do this when our youngest Elizabeth was young - she's a chronic asthmatic. That was one of the reasons we got our Siamese - Kisi (RB) - being very short haired. But when this tiny kitty came home - Elizabeth started wheezing - so we bathed the furbaby - and lo and behold, Elizabeth was fine! Whenever we took her to friends houses where we knew they had cats, we had to take her nebulizer with us - and she always needed it. Try the bath with gorgeous Minion - I've got fingers and toes crossed here for you. xxx
Do you know i wouldn't worry one bit about Minion being so friendly - I bet he's been brought up with dogs. All cats I know that have been brought up with dogs are wonderful with any dog they meet - they adore them!
The pics., were great - and greeting with head bumpies is so sweet - I reckon he's been a very lonely furboy - and he cannot believe his luck - a fantastic Mum - a forever home - and dawgies too!! HEAVEN.
Can I wish this new addition to our PetTalk family - Welcome and nose kissies and head scritchies xxxx

Lynne

[AdoreMyDogs]

Thank you everyone I am just head over heals in love with this little furbaby! I have never loved a kitty so much that I can remember. He has truly stolen my heart and I will do all it takes to keep him in my life forever. He is an absolute joy.

The allergies are actually getting a tiny bit better. I am still quite allergic to him but I didn't wake up in the middle of the night needing to take my inhaler last night. He also howeled the first night almost non-stop (he really hates being alone but he has to stay in my office until our kitchen is done being remodeled and the folks who are doing it are allergic to cats. Also, they often prop the door open while they take supplies in/out of the house. I don't want him to escape) but last night he didn't make a peep.


Thanks for being so kind in welcoming Minion I can't believe how much I adore my new little kitty, and I hope that everything works out in my favor. It truly seemes like fate and I would be surprised at this point if Minion was not here to stay for good.

I'm going to see if I can get an appointment to get him his vacs, stool check, flea check, have him scanned for a microchip, and have him tested for kitty AIDS. Being that he was outdoors, and there were so many stray/outdoor kitties where I used to live, it would be sad, but not a complete shock if he had it.

Thanks again Here's a cute pic that I thought I would share. You can see his beautiful eyes, and his truly sweet expression in this pic:


And now my sleeping angel:

[Freckles]

Leslie, I'm guessing you planned on leaving your apt. memories behind, but pleased you brought that last one with you.
Those last two pictures, especially the "sleeping angel" show Minion knows he's in heaven.

[Rachel]

I have been missing quite a few threads and the Minion story was one of them. Needless to say I was delighted to start at the beginning and arrive at the happy ending. The allegy part was quite a scare. Please Leslie, do try bathing Minion. I don't want you to get sick and there is nothing wrong with a clean cat either. Heehee. You have probably heard all the horror stories about trying to give a cat a bath, but as easy going as Minion seems to be, if done with patience and maybe in stages it might work out just fine. Look at me, not having any cats and trying to make a suggestion, but I can tell already how attached you are to this sweet boy. I don't want anything to happen where you would have to give him up. He sounds so PURRfect. Just the type of cat I would love to have, would it be that SOMEONE would allow me to.

Congratulations, Leslie, Dan, Graham & Kersey on the new addtion to your family.

[AdoreMyDogs]

Originally posted by Rachel
I have been missing quite a few threads and the Minion story was one of them. Needless to say I was delighted to start at the beginning and arrive at the happy ending. The allegy part was quite a scare. Please Leslie, do try bathing Minion. I don't want you to get sick and there is nothing wrong with a clean cat either. Heehee. You have probably heard all the horror stories about trying to give a cat a bath, but as easy going as Minion seems to be, if done with patience and maybe in stages it might work out just fine. Look at me, not having any cats and trying to make a suggestion, but I can tell already how attached you are to this sweet boy. I don't want anything to happen where you would have to give him up. He sounds so PURRfect. Just the type of cat I would love to have, would it be that SOMEONE would allow me to.

Congratulations, Leslie, Dan, Graham & Kersey on the new addtion to your family.

It was tough being a kitty today. I first went shopping for a bunch of new stuff for Minion. I bought him new food and water dishes and a nice little stand to put them in, a pack of furry mousies, a pack of spungy balls, a new collar with a little bell on it, a tub of catnip, kitty shampoo, and this moisturizer spray that is supposed to cut down on kitty dander.

I had to bathe the poor little guy but he behaved pretty well. He sure did HOWL, though! He does NOT like baths! But after the bath, he got cuddled for a long time in the towel and then brushed a little bit. Once he was almost all dry, I put that moisturizer spray on him. He didn't like that much either But after all of his terrible treatment, he was bombarded with new, fun things. He walked over to his new food & water dish and he seemed to like it, then he checked out his new furry mousies and spongie balls and he seemed to really like them, too. Then....I sprinkled a bit of catnip on my desk and OOOOHHHH....he LOOOOVED that!

Here are some pics from after his bath. I sure do hope you all are not getting sick of me posting pics of Minion.
His new dishes & placemat:


Catnip!!!


Really, really funny pic of Minion as he was licking his catnip up:

[Rottieluver45]

OMG!!! Minion is sooooo cute!!