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Cat Forum / Cat Anecdotes / March 2005A Vent from Snowball
LO Catfolks I'm a quiet sort of fellow normally but something serious has happened and I need to express myself (vent, I think you call it) about it. It's my 2nd Purrthday today: the official end of my kittenhood. Obviously I was expecting a considerable fuss and quantity of presents on such a special day. Instead, I got a - wait for it! - : 'D'-PET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! MH (My Hoomin) has explained to me that Raki the Japanese Shiba Inu is a 'ress-kew' d-g that has come to stay with us for a trial period to see if we all like each other 'cos he needs a forever home as he didn't take to showing and wasn't quite right for breeding - whatever that is. So yesterday this smelly crate arrived with MH in the house and Bandit and I had a day to get acclimatised to it, when the contents weren't in the Out, and today we were all "introduced". Luckily it grew up with cats so has learned the proper awe and respect for us superior beings, and is already well aware of its lowly status, so we only have to glare and hiss a bit and it keeps its distance, although we've now all touched noses without any trouble. But I'm not at all sure I want it to take up space in MY house or eat MY food........... I have to go now as there's the smell of Fresh Fish - not before time - and I must supervise its correct preparation. Yours aggrievedly Snowball (Humble Hoomin PS: With the loss of dear Pericles I was greatly missing a companion for my frequent walks around the village and environs, and didn't feel that a new feline companion was appropriate. So a rescue of this most Siamese-like d-breed on a flexible trial basis, with the cats agreed as judges, seemed Serendipitous. He's an intact (for the present) nearly 4-year-old male, never dominant and friendly to most life forms, eager to please, well housetrained and quiet. At time of writing he's lying down beside my chair with both cats just a few feet away busy ignoring him, so I have high hopes of a successful integration. Purrs for those in need, especially for Marina - I hope Mere's introduction goes as smoothly. Gordon and the TT (possibly soon a Trio again) > 'D'-PET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wow. This is much worse than what I'm going to inflict on my two. ;o) I hope Snowball got at least some nice treats to appease him on his birthday (Hoppy Purrday, Snowball!). It sounds like the d-pet is fitting in smoothly, though. We wish you all a happy co-existence and nice walkies (and thank you for the purrs. I'm leaving soon to fetch her. I'm so nervous, I'm nauseous).  SignatureMarina, Frank, Nikki, and coming soon: Mere! marina (dot) kurten (at) pp (dot) inet (dot) fi Pics at http://uk.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/frankiennikki/ and http://community.webshots.com/user/frankiennikki > LO Catfolks > [quoted text clipped - 43 lines] > > Gordon and the TT (possibly soon a Trio again) Dear Snowball, Many of the cats I had growing up found a D-thing to be a superior foot warmer and cusion, as well as ear cleaner. Have some patience and you may find it is an even better slave than the human :) Shiba Inus are Gorgeous D*gs...I saw one on TV during the Crufts D-show. I was intrigued. > > LO Catfolks > > [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > > Obviously I was expecting a considerable fuss and quantity of presents > > on such a special day. Instead, I got a - wait for it! - : 'D'-PET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !! > > !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! > > [quoted text clipped - 39 lines] > warmer and cusion, as well as ear cleaner. Have some patience and you may > find it is an even better slave than the human :) They really are pretty dogs. They look "happy" all the time. > Shiba Inus are Gorgeous D*gs...I saw one on TV during the Crufts D-show. I > was intrigued. [quoted text clipped - 7 lines] > > > Obviously I was expecting a considerable fuss and quantity of presents > > > on such a special day. Instead, I got a - wait for it! - : 'D'-PET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! > !! > > > !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! [quoted text clipped - 40 lines] > > warmer and cusion, as well as ear cleaner. Have some patience and you may > > find it is an even better slave than the human :) > Shiba Inus are Gorgeous D*gs...I saw one on TV during the Crufts D-show. > I > was intrigued. I went and found a link because I was curious: http://www.littlewolf.com/ They are nice looking dogs! Susan M Otis and Chester > > Shiba Inus are Gorgeous D*gs...I saw one on TV during the Crufts D-show. > > I [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > > They are nice looking dogs! Oooo...great link! I'm book marking it. The one sleeping on his back is just darling. Did you see that they also have Bengal kittens? The link is at the bottom of the page and they are beauteous kitties. Susan M Otis and Chester Moggies >> > Shiba Inus are Gorgeous D*gs...I saw one on TV during the Crufts >> > D-show. [quoted text clipped - 8 lines] > Oooo...great link! I'm book marking it. The one sleeping on his back is > just darling. I saw those gorgeous cats...in addition there is a FAQ for the Shiba Inus that answer the question if these d*gs get along well with children and cats. Its an affirmative :) > Did you see that they also have Bengal kittens? The link is at the bottom > of the page and they are beauteous kitties. [quoted text clipped - 15 lines] > > Oooo...great link! I'm book marking it. The one sleeping on his back is > > just darling. > LO Catfolks > [quoted text clipped - 42 lines] > > Gordon and the TT (possibly soon a Trio again) Awwww, poor Snowball! What a present!!! Hopefully the d*g-thing will pay daily homage to your superior self and all will proceed smoothly. Gordon, I'm glad you've found a companion for your walks - walking alone must have been rough after Pericles. Sammy is still in mourning with you - she comes and touches noses with the picture of Pericles (my wallpaper) on my monitor every time I get on my computer. Hugs, CatNipped Wishing you good integration Gordon - it sounds like its off to a great start! Scritches to Snowball. Susan M Otis and Chester > LO Catfolks > [quoted text clipped - 42 lines] > > Gordon and the TT (possibly soon a Trio again) 'D'-PET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh, Snowball & Gordon, I hope all goes well with your new *friend.* I've never heard of that breed. Katz > (Humble Hoomin PS: With the loss of dear Pericles I was greatly missing > a companion for my frequent walks around the village and environs, and [quoted text clipped - 10 lines] > > Gordon and the TT (possibly soon a Trio again) It really does sound like it will be successful. They are lovely dogs and you must take piccies! >LO Catfolks > [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > >'D'-PET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Aww, Snowball. Happy Purrday to you. Sorry you're not getting the proper homage. But I understand that not all D-things are bad, and can even be useful sometimes. In the meantime, comforting purrs and headbutts. Theresa Stinky Pictures: http://community.webshots.com/album/125591586JWEFwh My Blog: http://www.humanitas.blogspot.com > >It's my 2nd Purrthday today: the official end of my kittenhood. > >Obviously I was expecting a considerable fuss and quantity of presents > >on such a special day. Instead, I got a - wait for it! - : > > > >'D'-PET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Raki sounds like a most unique d-pet. I'd love to see pics. --Fil > (Humble Hoomin PS: With the loss of dear Pericles I was greatly missing a > companion for my frequent walks around the village and environs, and didn't [quoted text clipped - 5 lines] > beside my chair with both cats just a few feet away busy ignoring him, so I > have high hopes of a successful integration. Good luck, Gordon! The fact that they're all able to lie down and ignore each other makes the situation sound very promising, indeed. Signaturemonique, who spoils Oscar unmercifully pictures: http://www.bounceswoosh.org/rpca Purrs and best wishes, SignaturePolonca & Soncek > LO Catfolks > [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > Obviously I was expecting a considerable fuss and quantity of presents > on such a special day. Instead, I got a - wait for it! - : 'D'-PET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! <snip> Let me say rite now dats an awful fing to happen, Snowball. My meowmie used to have der d fings and dats why we stayed in der out for so long. Dey all gone RB now and now we in der in. Not all der d fings are bad. Duh one your paw got mite be a nicey. headbutts Boyfriend > LO Catfolks > [quoted text clipped - 42 lines] > > Gordon and the TT (possibly soon a Trio again) > LO Catfolks > [quoted text clipped - 42 lines] > > Gordon and the TT (possibly soon a Trio again) Here's hoping for a successful integration into your household. And Snowball, it won't be so bad. Now you've got somebody else to blame "it" on (whatever misdeed occurs) Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe Good luck snowball, I'm sure you'll soon realise that you like your birthday Present, and then you'll thank yourspecial hoomin for ress kewin this poor D'G. Wilson sends his very best wishes and regards and we both wish you Many Happy Returns, Many Purrs to your Hoomin Jean.P. > LO Catfolks > [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > Obviously I was expecting a considerable fuss and quantity of presents > on such a special day. Instead, I got a - wait for it! - : 'D'-PET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! > MH (My Hoomin) has explained to me that Raki the Japanese Shiba Inu is a > 'ress-kew' d-g that has come to stay with us for a trial period to see [quoted text clipped - 31 lines] > > Gordon and the TT (possibly soon a Trio again) <snip> > (Humble Hoomin PS: With the loss of dear Pericles I was greatly > missing a companion for my frequent walks around the village and [quoted text clipped - 11 lines] > > Gordon and the TT (possibly soon a Trio again) I hope everything works out. SignatureAdrian (Owned by Snoopy & Bagheera) A house is not a home, without a cat. LO Catslaves Many Fangs for all your Purrthday wishes and the advice re. the D-Thing. It's all going pretty well: apart from lovely COD for my special dinner I've gotten to sample d-thing's food as well. Twice. (Three times in fact but nobody noticed the third). Apparently it grew up in company with some Maine Coon kittens and learned the power of The Claw, so I only have to approach it in my usual assertive manner and touch nosies and it shies away & retreats to its proper place of subservience in a corner. Today Bandit had a check-up to see how his sore gums have healed after he lost some teef and I went along to keep him company 'cos he really hates the crate and the journey. It must've worked 'cos he didn't wet his crate this time. Oh, an' the gums are great. I got to meet the nice catslave TED as well: he and his staff were suitably admiring of me (of course) and reckoned I'm in great shape, tho' a bit of teef cleaning may be in order in the summer. I shan't mind 'cos I'm a brave grown-up boy now. MH (My Hoomin) sez he'll upload a pikky of the d-thing once it's brave enough to park itself near me or Bandit, but I think it'll be a while yet, tho' when we got back from TED it seemed pleased to see us all and when we settled down it made its way onto MH's lap for a bit (first time). Me an Bandit were happy enuff in our comfy chairs in the Sun. We've all shared the bedroom for 2 nites now with no trubble and the d-crate isn't needed any more as MH is happy that we won't kill the newbie too much. More anon Purrs to all, hoping little Mere will let Frank be nice to her soon (bound to happen once the insecurity's worn off). PS MH sez he drove past the village of Mere when collecting Raki the d-thing & thought of them then). Snowball > Purrs to all, hoping little Mere will let Frank be nice to her soon > (bound to happen once the insecurity's worn off). PS MH sez he drove > past the village > of Mere when collecting Raki the d-thing & thought of them then). What a nice update, Snowball. Of course you are a big and brave boy, and the teef cleaning shan't bother you one bit. Very good of you to ride along with Bandit and help him keep his cool. Good to hear that you are getting along so well with the d-thing. It helps when they show proper respect, doesn't it. SignatureMarina, Frank, Nikki, and introducing: Mere! marina (dot) kurten (at) pp (dot) inet (dot) fi Pics at http://uk.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/frankiennikki/ and http://community.webshots.com/user/frankiennikki Excellent! I await pictures. > LO Catfolks > [quoted text clipped - 11 lines] > if we all like each other 'cos he needs a forever home as he didn't take > to showing and wasn't quite right for breeding - whatever that is. Dear Snowball, HOW AWFUL!! But speaking as an owner of a Ress-kew D-pet, I can say that if you establish that you are the ultimate God, and he is just scum who is designed to be subservient, then you will be fine. Mine (stoopid mutt that it is) has learned that if I walk through a door, she gets out of the way, and if I want her dinner, I'll jolly well have it. Just show it yor the boss and batter it with yor klaws. His Royal Feline Lordship Tiger, who put the ress-kew D-pet in her place more than once.
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