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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #63 on: July 01, 2013, 21:05:38 PM »
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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #62 on: July 01, 2013, 20:07:39 PM »
I know! We are super super chuffed   :)
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« Reply #61 on: July 01, 2013, 06:46:40 AM »



Yes, she definitely loves him.  How sweet is that?!   :wow: :Luv: :Luv:

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« Reply #60 on: June 30, 2013, 22:41:28 PM »
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« Reply #59 on: June 30, 2013, 21:52:16 PM »
Awwww, that is so sweet!

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« Reply #58 on: June 30, 2013, 20:24:32 PM »
Aww she loves him.  :Luv:

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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #57 on: June 30, 2013, 20:03:33 PM »
Had to post this  :Luv2:
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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #56 on: June 29, 2013, 11:10:53 AM »
Thanks Rosella, I think the fish torch has a new fan  ;)  I can't believe the change in him since we brought him home... He is still very nervy of new people and won't be picked up but he's so curious and loving, a real lap cat and bed hogger. Just shows what a little TLC can do  :Luv2:
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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #55 on: June 29, 2013, 10:45:44 AM »
So pleased this is all working out so well  :)  He is a lovely little fella isn't he  :Luv2: (I have a bit of soft spot for black uns  :innocent: ) and Drum is indeed very beautiful  :Luv2:

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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #54 on: June 29, 2013, 09:39:12 AM »
That's great. They seem very happy to me from what you have said, no need to worry anymore. I had wacky races at 4am this morning but it's the same every morning as this is the time I get up for work. I wish they could tell the time..... :rofl:' :rofl:-

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« Reply #53 on: June 29, 2013, 09:26:20 AM »
 :rofl: Drum and Bass used to wash each other a lot so I think it's a great sign Drum is accepting him. They are currently playing by one hiding at the bottom of the stairs and one in a box at the top and waiting it out to see which one charges the other one first.... :rofl:
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« Reply #52 on: June 29, 2013, 09:13:05 AM »
Washing a very good sign. It's there way of saying I love you really.....  I love seeing that, blue does that to dotty and her face is a picture because his tongue is very rough and she is semi longhaired, it looks like he's pulling her cheek off...... :rofl:

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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #51 on: June 29, 2013, 06:56:47 AM »
Mutual grooming - always a great sign.   :Luv:

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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #50 on: June 28, 2013, 22:14:59 PM »
Thanks Dotty:) seems to be ok, Drum even washed Mo yesterday  :Luv:
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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #49 on: June 28, 2013, 19:34:16 PM »
Hi Bee. I wouldn't worry about this incident as like Sue P says it's just Drum putting Mo in his place. I think in every multiple cat household it happens as in our house it starts all playful and wacky races then Blue will get over excited and whack Dotty pulling fur out which I go mad at as she is the baby of the 2. Dotty hisses when she has had enough and Blue backs off but does sometimes goes back for more but thats when I step in.....Big Mama rules....... :briggin: :briggin:  :rofl: :rofl:

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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #48 on: June 25, 2013, 12:30:40 PM »
Thanks Sue, this has really reassured me. I suspected as much and keep telling the OH not to get involved but needed to hear it was ok!
They do seem to also touch noses and be around each other a lot too so I think it's just a process...  This morning Drum was on the top of the cat tower swinging her tail below where she knew Mo was so that he would try to catch it... she let him play with it for 5 mins and then walloped him when he got too over zealous!
She's such a wind up!
It seems fine, my OH over worries and then it makes me doubt myself!  :doh:
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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #47 on: June 25, 2013, 07:07:14 AM »



Bee, am delighted to learn that Mo has joined you, and to read how well things are going.   ;D

Dont be dismayed by the incident where Drum walloped Mo - it's just a case of setting boundaries.  Kittens tend to be over exuberant, and it's natural Drum will react by "disciplining the young usurper".  This should only be problematic if it becomes default behaviour.

Ross and Dickie are devoted to each other, but Ross (the oldest and the biggest) will often play a little too rough with Dickie.  Dickie protests verbally, and gives as good as he gets, but if things get too hectic, he lets Ross know by deftly removing Ross's collar.  I have no idea why or how, but this works, and Ross then backs off.   sometimes fur has flown in between times, but they'll still be found together later, curled up on the spare bed, a tangle of limbs and tails and contented dreaming.

Just keep an eye on things generally, as you have been doing, and I suspect all will be well.   :hug:

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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #46 on: June 24, 2013, 23:19:59 PM »
Sorry, cross posting from general chat for some help, cheers guys...

Ok guys I need some help. Its all been quite smooth sailing so far but Drum just hit Mo with claws out and Mo hissed and hit her back... bit worried. They are both purring away again now and Mo is playing with the OH, should I be worried, they've been together now for a week.... I'd hate to think either are unhappy, do I let it play out as long as it isn't a full on fight... it's is just smacking but should claws be out? I'm not sure, this is my first intro...   :(
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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #45 on: June 21, 2013, 13:50:10 PM »
Awwww, that is sweet - and very good to hear!

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« Reply #44 on: June 21, 2013, 11:13:14 AM »
 :)
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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #43 on: June 21, 2013, 10:37:13 AM »
So glad everything is working out for the kitties and you!

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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #42 on: June 21, 2013, 09:39:11 AM »
How sweet!
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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #41 on: June 21, 2013, 00:54:39 AM »
so, Mo has followed Drum everywhere today...  Wouldn't leave her side... It's love  :Luv:
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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #40 on: June 20, 2013, 19:11:29 PM »
So happy everything's working out, it just needs time thats all. I'm sure that they are or will be the best of friends.... Both are little cuties......  :Luv2: :Luv2: :Luv2:

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« Reply #39 on: June 20, 2013, 15:27:06 PM »
...she really is isn't she ?Gosh I miss Bass too, two of the most beautiful little girls ever! I need to resurrect my blog which kind of fell to the wayside after Bass died...
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« Reply #38 on: June 20, 2013, 13:23:17 PM »
I'd forgotten just how gorgeous Drum is!
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« Reply #37 on: June 19, 2013, 16:06:45 PM »
Aaah thanks RM  :)
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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #36 on: June 19, 2013, 15:26:30 PM »
Awwwww.  :Luv2: Those photo's are fabulous. Mo is a wee stunner and it sounds like he's coming on in leaps and bounds. Reading through this has just made my day!

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« Reply #35 on: June 18, 2013, 20:31:40 PM »
What's under the blanket?!

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« Reply #34 on: June 18, 2013, 17:48:28 PM »
Oh we are too! We did think about it as we didn't want to put undue pressure on Drum with a difficult kitten but we didn't have to think for long, poor little chap was the last one left of his litter and we just couldn't leave him there... So glad we risked it, it seems he really just needed some proper love and attention as he's come on leaps and bounds... Literally  ;D

You're probably right about his markings, they are faint...  :)
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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #33 on: June 18, 2013, 17:32:43 PM »
Sounds very promising indeed  ;D

I'm so pleased you chose little Mo - his life could have been so very different... being black, older than the usual 8 weeks most people seem to want and also being very shy/wary of people means he could have ended up growing up at the rescue like so many other kittens do  :( Instead he has a wonderful loving home where he can find his confidence, two doting slaves and a beautiful big sister to chase! Makes my eyes go a bit moist!  :)

I think the tabby markings are called 'ghost markings' well, that's what I call them anyway  :evillaugh: He might grow out of them as Riley looked very stripy when he was a baby (he is a very dark grey, almost black) but now you can only see the rings on his tail. When it's very sunny you can notice the ones on his sides but only in direct sunlight.

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« Reply #32 on: June 18, 2013, 11:40:31 AM »
Thought I'd update and it's all good news! Mo is very happy, there has been much less hissing, only a little when needed! Last night was the first night we didn't separate them and it went really well. Mo slept on the bed and Drum in her usual place on the wardrobe. There has been some nose touching and bum sniffing so all good signs! Obviously Drum is being the grown up to Mos kittens behaviour but she lets go every now and then for a chase about! Mo is getting very brave too!
 
In other news I noticed that Mos undercoat is striped like a tiger, like chocolate and black stripes, quite defined in the sunlight... Wondering if he doesn't have a little Bengal in him...   :sneaky:

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« Reply #31 on: June 14, 2013, 17:36:33 PM »
Hope Drum gets to love him  :hug: :hug:

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« Reply #30 on: June 14, 2013, 08:55:36 AM »
Well, we are keeping them apart at night, Drum is in with us for reassurance. Mo has become a right playful happy chappy, even got a hello in bed this morning! Drum still hissy and stroppy, following him everywhere watchfully but no major incidents. Off to take Mo for his second vaccination now...
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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #29 on: June 13, 2013, 08:55:46 AM »
I'm keeping a watchful eye on this thread as we'll be doing intros next week I think.
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« Reply #28 on: June 12, 2013, 22:43:19 PM »
Thanks Sheila, we will separate them nightly and keep Drum with us. We just had a litte accident... Moved the litter tray,  :doh:
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Re: So, we did it, we got a kitten...
« Reply #27 on: June 12, 2013, 21:59:41 PM »
You need to supervise them, if there is trouble you need to be there to watch how it develops so you know what triggers are there for them both. I wouldn't leave them alone until Drum has shown tolerance of the newcomer.

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« Reply #26 on: June 12, 2013, 21:47:23 PM »
It's not awful but Drum is less than impressed, not sure if I should seperate them for the night?
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« Reply #25 on: June 12, 2013, 21:40:40 PM »
He sounds lovely.
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« Reply #24 on: June 12, 2013, 21:31:42 PM »
Exhausted but worried...  :scared:
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