Welcome, Charlie and Lola
So I told you all about our fun with Tickle during out holiday and how the kids were all desperate to get a cat of their own. I faithfully putout the word on the Pet forums at AngloInfo and TotalFrance, and several kind folks answered the call. Most promising of these was Jaqueline, who runs the Magnolia Chambres D’Hotes near Jonzac. She had rescued Pickle and her 5 kittens from a nearby barn and was looking to home the babies.
The kittens were all beautiful so last night we said we would come over to take a look at them before deciding which one, or maybe two, to have. However, we wouldn’t be able to take them home as we had no equipment for them and we have lots of days out planned for the next few weeks. Jaqueline and John made us very welcome. While we chatted over a coffee, the kittens gradually all came out of hiding and did their best to entertain us. We had already picked one out – Charlie, the most lively of the bunch. But when we saw them playing together we knew they would only be happy in a pair. The question then was which one…
Lisa had lots of cuddles with Sooty, and we were about to claim her, until she got hold of Patch. Well, Lisa was smitten, and, I have to say, Patch did look very comfy. Everyone agreed, we would take Charlie and Patch. The only thing to do was change Patch’s name as we weren’t too fond of it. So, in a bit of Cbeebeies-inspired genius, I came up with Lola. Charlie and Lola.
As I suspected would happen, once we had decided it didn’t feel right leaving them behind. And Jaqueline said that they would be ok to be left for the day so long as they have food and water and a safe place to stay. So that sealed it. They gave us a cardboard box to transport them, a box for a bed and a selection of food to get them through the evening & next morning and sent us on our way.
And so that was it, we were pet-owners once again and I think these 2 little scamps will have a big impact on our lives, hopefully in a positive way. Thanks Jaqueline and John. The kittens are lovely and seem to be very happy in their new home. Rest assured I will keep you all updated on their progress here.
on 25 July 2008 at 8:33 am :
so cute!
on 26 July 2008 at 8:14 am :
Richard
You and the family are so lucky to have become owned by these two little people. Your lives will never be the same.
Lots of happiness to you all. Hope you get them “attended to” as soon as they are old enough. (Kittens, I mean, not girls
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on 26 July 2008 at 10:57 am :
Oh they are gorgeous. I’m so glad to took two. I think they will find it much easier to settle in as a pair. Beware of cat wee though (see my latest post!)
I’m looking forward to reading about your lives together. bet the children are thrilled!
on 28 July 2008 at 3:25 pm :
Sylvied: Yes they certainly are – and they use it well to get out of being told off when they have tried to climb the stairs…again!
merewoman:Hi Susie, lovely to have you back! We certainly feel lucky to have them – I don’t think we could ask for two nicer additions to the family. We all think they’re special. And yes, we will certainly get them both seen-to as soon as they are of the age. I may put slightly less drastic measures in place with the girls when I see the quality of the boyfriends they start bringing home in a few years time
sablonneuse:Hi Sandy, yes we are pleased we took 2 as well. It would have been quite sad for Charlie to not have a playmate. They are so sweet together. I read about your trouble with the monitor – we’ll certainly be on the lookout for such behaviour! The kids are totally thrilled with them., For the first time we have pets that they all love and will handle without any fear. It’s really nice to see that happen at last.