As you may recall, last summer three kitten siblings came home with us to be our barn cats. After twice a day gentling for what seemed like forever, they have all come around to be absolute lovies. Even Brad's wild tabico kitten.
Our kitties are far from feral, and aren't really even classic barn cats. They are more like indoor-outdoor cats. Or will be, once we let them explore the great outdoors. We wanted to give them the best chance of survival by getting them fixed, shots and preventive care before letting them roam. Especially since this area seems to have an above average number of feral cats.
With two females, we opted to take our kittens to our regular vet. We do have feral cat Spay Clinics with reasonably priced altering. However, depending on the clinic we learned cats get little to no medication and are not monitored. It was a pricey decision, times three. Call me crazy, but I even had them chipped.
July/August at 3-4 months:
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| Leo (a big overly friendly vocal guy) |
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| Purr (Brad's wide eyed cautious sweet girl) |
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| Tinkerbell (a very quick tiny playful girl) |
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| Tank is their favorite play toy |
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| The kittens love "helping" with chores |
September/October at 4-5 months:
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| Tinkerbell, randomly attempts flying at any given moment |
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| Leo, can be frequently found lounging |
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| Purr, always watches before joining up |
Leo and Purr's favorite thing to do is "help" Brad fill hay bags. Disclaimer, no cats were fed or harmed in the filling of hay bags.
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| Yes, that is a cat in the hay bag (silly Purr climbed in) |
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| Leo always joins in the fun |
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| Entertainment at it's finest |
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Brad's cat likes to be near him, if filling bags she is on him.
Purr loves him best. |
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| Leo frequently hitches a ride |
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The kittens absolutely love the dogs!
Remi (grand-dog) isn't around as much, so it's extra fun to bug her
She is fluffy fun, especially her wagging tail. |
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| Purr, Tinkerbell and Leo |
November/December at 6-7 months:
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The kittens spent 10 days in jail 'er heated barn saloon
healing after getting fixed (view through window) |
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They were so happy to get out,
where everything is a toy (Leo) |
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| Purr loving on Tank |
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Leo & Tank have become best friends
(Brads iphone pic) |
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There is no avoiding these lovable kittens (Leo)
Even the guy who doesn't like cats, loves them all. |
Our kitties seem to like having the run of the barn. We have plenty of open windows (weather permitting) with fresh air views, mice to catch and everything is an obstacle to play with. Let me tell you, these three little furry trouble makers have changed the dynamics in our barn. It will never be the same. For the better.
5 comments:
They are all adorable. I can see how much fun they have and I'm sure Tank likes the company. So much to do and so little time in the day to get into mischief! I can see how they have changed your life at the barn for the good.
I just got back from my sister's house where I stayed for a week after she had a hip replacement to help her. She has 6 feral cats that I had to feed outside twice a day. I don't know how feral they are because they rub on your legs and meow at you and wait for their food etc.
Tank loves the kitten's, sometimes a little too much. He is still learning that they can swat at him, but he can't mouth them. The kitties get in trouble too if they get out of hand. You are such a good sister!! I am sure your care was very appreciated, cat's included.
Aaaww sweet...those kitties will have a wonderful life with all of you! :)
I agree that entertainment is never better than when it comes from our animal friends. Super duper helpers too!!
One can only hope they enjoy life to the fullest. They sure add a lot of love-n-laughs to our barn!
Don't know how I missed this post! Those are adorable kitties! I would love to get one more but I don't think Thumper and Foose would allow another one on their turf.
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