New to the whole cat thing *pics*

[Zippy]

In my other post I forgot to tell you how adorable Max is.I love orange kitties.He looks right at home.

[Alysser]

I just wanted to let you guys know, I think I found out what happened to Max. It makes sense. I'm almost 95% sure he is currently homeless, that won't be the case in about a week or two, but anyway. He might have been owned at one point, he was in again tonight, NOT For the night because he hasn't been to the vets yet. He seems very used to a house, but not quite sure. He comes late at night sometimes around 8ish, which most people let their outdoor cats in around here at around 5 or 6. He has no collar, is not neutered, so it doesn't match up. I was watching the news when a story came up that said more pets are being abandoned because of finicial issues in families and forclosures. That could have been what happened to Max, maybe he was scoping out a new home? It looks like he found it. I can't tell you how happy I am! He brightens everyones day, My dad doesn't seem to like him but I know he'll love him within a week.

I think he wants to be all indoor, because he was really reluctant to go out this morning and tonight. We have to get him fixed up, and FIXED lol. Maxxie has an ear infection to or maybe ear mites? We'll make a vet appt. soon. My mom called her friend to reccomend a good vet. She also realizes de-clawing is NOT the way to go.

[Medusa]

I knew that Max would end up working his way into your hearts. Now all that stand between him and the indoors is a weenie whack and then he's home free!

[cristy]

OUCH! Weenie whack!?! Congrats on the newest member of your family!!

[Medusa]

OUCH! Weenie whack!?!

LOL

[Alysser]

I just wanted to let you guys know, things are almost *official*. We're 99% he doesn't have an owner. He was here practically all day, and was on the leather couch! It was only a few weeks ago my mom said he'd never be allowed inside. I asked her where he would sleep and she gave me a weird look and said "either your bed, my bed, or on his bed. Where do you expect him to sleep, your floor?". I think he's going to be a 100% indoor cat, I do NOT like the idea of keeping him outside and he seems to like the indoor much better. It looks like he wants a cozy life.

My mom called her friend who owns a kennel and a person who is considered the cat lady in our town LOL. She said he sounds like a stray who is being fed by someone else, but she is pretty sure he is not owned. His condition isn't all that great. He is skinny, has ear mites or infections in BOTH ears, possible breathing problems, and is not neutered. He's a very tense cat in the house when weird appliances go on but other then that he is fine. We will be taking him to the vet next week then he can stay in our house. I may have a few questions for you guys in the next few weeks MUCH MORE pics will come!

THANK YOU to all people who prayed and thought of me about Max being owned! It worked!

[Medusa]

I just wanted to let you guys know, things are almost *official*. We're 99% he doesn't have an owner. He was here practically all day, and was on the leather couch! It was only a few weeks ago my mom said he'd never be allowed inside. I asked her where he would sleep and she gave me a weird look and said "either your bed, my bed, or on his bed. Where do you expect him to sleep, your floor?". I think he's going to be a 100% indoor cat, I do NOT like the idea of keeping him outside and he seems to like the indoor much better. It looks like he wants a cozy life.

My mom called her friend who owns a kennel and a person who is considered the cat lady in our town LOL. She said he sounds like a stray who is being fed by someone else, but she is pretty sure he is not owned. His condition isn't all that great. He is skinny, has ear mites or infections in BOTH ears, possible breathing problems, and is not neutered. He's a very tense cat in the house when weird appliances go on but other then that he is fine. We will be taking him to the vet next week then he can stay in our house. I may have a few questions for you guys in the next few weeks MUCH MORE pics will come!

THANK YOU to all people who prayed and thought of me about Max being owned! It worked!

This is sounding better and better. We're almost there......

[rg_girlca]

What an adorable, handsome orangie you are Max. You look so much like Chester, a stray cat that I rescued off the street last year. He's in a new loving home and doing just great.

Alysser, I was just wondering if you went around your neighbourhood first to ask anyone if they know this cat. Or checked your shelters or newspaper to see if anyone reported him missing?

[RICHARD]

LOL

Oh yeah...Laugh, laugh your arse off......

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Foor less than A cheezeburgur a day,
U can adop dis kitteh.

[Alysser]

He didn't come back today. I was stupid to think this would ever go my way or work out. My life sucks =( People might think I'm being overdramatic or whatever but this is how everything turns out for me with pets. JUST nothing works out. For instance when Sas was diagnosed with arthritis we tried acupuncture to make her better. It didn't work and the result ended her life. We tried to adopt a dog in mid-2005. The dogs didn't get along. Seriously, NOTHING ever works out. It might not be a big deal to some, but it was for me..I wanted a pet in my life again.

He might come back, but I'm doubtful. This is how my luck is. It runs out at the last minute. I'm feeling the heartbreak of losing a pet ALL over again.

[GILL]

Give him time. The best things are worth waiting for.

[pomtzu]

Don't give up kiddo! !! He's probably just making his rounds a little slower than usual.

[RICHARD]

He might come back, but I'm doubtful. This is how my luck is. It runs out at the last minute. I'm feeling the heartbreak of losing a pet ALL over again.

Rule 21 in the Cat Owner's hand book.

Cats do what they want.
Cats show up when they want.
Cats own you.

He will come back, Remember! He is a guy cat and probably has a girlfriend in the neighbor hood!

Don't worry!

[Medusa]

You've got to use your powers of visualization. SEE him there at your house. Most importantly, don't lose heart so quickly. He probably is out catting around. Keep the faythe.

[Alysser]

Okay, I guess I was being dramatic, but I still have my reasons. If he doesn't come back, I'll miss him wherever he may be. I will always consider him my first kitty and will respect his wishes. He was my baby, but I can't let that get me down. Why, you ask? Well I talked to my mom. She was pretty upset about him not showing up as well. She said she realized how much she missed having a pet but it wasn't a good time right now. We are going to Disney for Easter and it would be better to get that out of the way THEN we can get a...KITTEN!! It's a maybe but I *think* it will happen. We will of course adopt it, but that's if Max doesn't come back. I still Max and I hope my guy comes back. If he doesn't, I guess it just wasn't meant to be.