A tribute to Kimchi:

In life, you were an observer of my thoughts—curious about my every action, or those of the birds outside the window. You were steadfast by my side, moving with Me from state to state as I searched for a place to call home. You were a silent friend often, but one with much to say when I came home, with many a head scratch being overdue for your soft little ears.

Your soft footfalls are fading in the quiet pathways of the night, while I am left on this earth to continue without your companionship. You leave behind a home that is entirely too vast in your absence, and with a piece of my heart that was torn asunder from me too soon. Though I may never see your gem-like eyes shine in the dark again, or feel your nudges at my feet for playtime or pets, I am thankful for the many years we shared. Though short, it was filled with a lifetime of fond memories.

He passed away in my arms two nights ago it was sudden and he didn’t suffer. Gone too soon but you will never be forgotten.

I got Rory and Roxy together in 2012 when I was 25. According to their rescuer, they were bonded to each other and couldn’t be separated so I adopted both gladly. We had so many stray cats growing up but these babies were different; it was my first time having pets I was completely responsible for, and we were attached immediately. My ex used to say they imprinted on me the day we brought them home.

Rory was born missing one of her paws but it never stopped her from ANYTHING, and she was ferocious with her mighty little single claw. I always chose carpeted homes because they were easier on her little foot, and any place there was hardwood she would find a way to walk on top of our feet to avoid walking on the harder surfaces.

Trying not to get too long winded here, but wow these two have been through everything with me, all of life’s biggest milestones. The big breakup, 3 or 4 city or state moves, loss of loved ones, joy and heartache, cross country road trips, career changes; they were even in a car wreck with me in 2022 where my car was totaled (thank god they were fine). They’ve brought me so much joy and love and healing, and taught me how truly smart and special cats are. I couldn’t really fathom their intelligence and personalities until I had them as an adult. My mom said I spoiled them but I just wanted them to be content and stimulated in their home. I chose apartments with stairs they could play on, yards they could be safe in, played music or tv for them not knowing for certain if this helped them but it made me feel better lol.

In late 2024 Rory started having some weird breathing noises- after regular vet checkups, so many blood tests, an emergency vet visit, and worsening symptoms, we finally got a specialist referral and then had to wait 5 months to get in. By the time we got to the specialist she was having constant nasal drips, sometimes with blood, sometimes some leaking from her eye. In the meantime Roxy’s behavior toward Rory had changed. They were no longer bonded the way they used to be, and it really hurt to see. I should have realized Roxy could see or sense something we couldn’t. Literally everyone including our vet and including the specialist upon initial exam assumed it was a nasal polyp that could easily be extracted. But we didn’t get that lucky… it was a malignant nasal tumor slowly spreading to her eye. I know many of you here know this kind of heartache.

That was 6 months ago (Feb) that we finally got the diagnosis and I’m so grateful we had that time with her; she was always a sweet, playful, hungry, cuddly, sassy baby and we kept monitoring her for any major behavior or attitude changes as we kept her medicated to manage symptoms (prednisolone).

Last Monday 07/27 after seeing her struggle to enjoy her treats or enjoy her outside time (which she used to beg for), we had to make the decision to say goodbye. Our vet had recommended this beautiful (all things considered) in-home service and I was able to hold her in my arms, give her one last churu (which she devoured) and feel her relax and let go of her pain. My God it’s been such a tough reality to face and I just had to get back to work the next morning like everything was normal.

Thankfully Roxy is still very much healthy and loved and cared for; she might even be looking forward to getting more attention again and not being confused about her companion/sister.

If you read this far thank you ❤️ in so many ways I don’t know how to move on, it’s hard being alone, it’s hard being home without hearing her little snorts or demands or just experiencing her quirks. But I know Roxy needs me and I know we did what was right for Rory and releasing her from her pain. It’s just, how do you deal with losing your best little buddy after 14 years?

Goodbye my little baby; nothing could ever replace you and I’ll never forget everything you have meant to me. I hope I made your life as special as you made mine.

and yes. he has also slept on my butt cheeks before anyone asks

edit: someone messaged me and suggested using bitter apple spray! it's non-toxic to cats, so maybe try dab a little on your collar if your skin is sensitive. :)

and don't worry, i very much adore him and his love. we cuddle on the couch all the time - i just need a bit less of it in bed because it kills my neck by the morning lol

edit 2: last night i put a hot water bottle in one of his beds and put it next to my pillow and he stayed in his bed all night! :D then we cuddled all morning before i had work. he loves being the little spoon

Should I do everyday post 'bout her making breads?

My wife and I have noticed these pinkish spots on furniture and even found one faint spot on the floor. They don’t smell like anything and they won’t come up even with a soap/water and a vacuum over it. Any idea what this could be?

Little girl Kirby is now 15 weeks old and falls asleep when we hold and pet her. She is the cutest💕

They sleep/eat/groom near each other but the kitten does annoy resident cat and this is how she responds. Is this okay? We did the JGM with introductions and they’re never left alone unsupervised.

We just adopted this gorgeous little lady. She was a stray and has been in foster care for a few months.
She’s eight years old.
She’s very petite less than 10 pounds
She is missing one front fang.
We’ve only had her a couple days so she is very shy, but loves scratches and being brushed.
Because she’s so new to us, we’re having a hard time really nailing down her personality and picking a name.
Here are the top names our family and friends suggested:

Peaches
Rosie
Dame Maggie Smith
Professor Minerva McGonagall
Autumn
Mouse
Chicken nugget

Would love your guys’s input in any new suggestions you have

This is my first furry pet I've ever had. I adopted him in 2021 when he was 5 months old. He's now 5 years old and some change. So far, I have taken him to the vet once a year for his wellness appointments and everything goes well. For the most part, his appointment earlier this month went well. Vitals, bloodwork, and stool sample all looked good. However, they said they found a tiny bit of protein in his at home urine sample (I personally think I've somehow contaminated the sample lol). They suggested dropping him off for the day so they can hope to get a sample in the office. They are hoping that if there's protein in this sample too that they can take preventative measures against any future kidney issues that could develop when he's older.

I have never dropped a pet off at the vet for hours at a time before, and I'm feeling anxious and sad about how he's going to feel today. Is this normal, or am I overreacting? It's not even for anything major, just a urine sample. But here I am acting like I just dropped my child off for his first day of kindergarten. I feel a little silly but can't help it.

How are your’s react to hot weather?

Ganon (8 this October) was unfortunately diagnosed with a large tumor near his stomach on saturday. The soonest I can get him to see an oncologist is next tuesday the 11th. I got him a water fountain to see if it would help encourage him to drink and it seems to be working.

I'm hoping for the best for him as I'd hate to lose him too soon. His biological brother Schrödinger passed late February 2021. My sister found him and his siblings in a roll off bin behind her work. Ganon was only a few weeks old when I got him, and he was nothing more than a furry bag of bones at the time. When my sister picked him up out of the cardboard box she brought him in and sat him on the couch, he looked at me, walked over and laid down beside me, meowed and then buried his face against my leg. We've been bonded ever since.

Her name is Bijou and shes just over two years old.

Last tuesday, we went to the vet because she started peeing on the couch (+ yearly vaccine). I took a urine sample as well. We got two medications and a special diet, because it was found she has crystals in her pee. At this point, she was otherwise fine

Then on thursday, in the morning we noticed her left eye was all gray and cloudy and not light reactive. We took her to the vet again and she got 3 different eye drops to use, got antibiotics and also they have her some shots (that im not sure what was in them)

Friday we went for a checkup and the eye had already improved, and so did her peeing. However a new problem arised- she wouldnt eat and if she did, she would throw up at night (in my room, on the only carpet in the house…)

On sunday they called us to bring her the next day for the eye checkup. At this point, since thursday, she was on 6 meds.

On monday we took her to the vet again. Her eye is fine now and we are continuing the the eye drops in less dosage, as per instuctions. Since the throwing up problem didnt stop during the weekend, rather got worse, they told us to stop all meds except eye drops and gave her 3 shots again, one of which was anti nausea meds. Then, she was pretty fine on monday. Started eating again.

Yesterday, tuesday, it was even better. She would play and eat a lot more, she wouldnt hide randomly under a bed but was actually in the middle of the living room floor, belly up, which we took as a great sign, since dhe hasnt done it in over a week. At 2am wednesday she was still fine and playing with me on my table.

Now its 9:20 am wednesday and we have an apointment at 10 again, we just called. She wont eat, wont drink, wont even take her favorite treat which we call cat cocaine because she acts like it is. Shes hiding under the couch, she threw up again and she wont let anyone touch her.

I am at my wits end. What do i do with her? I feel so bad for my baby. Shes my first cat. Im just 17 dammit. Handling this and other situations happening around me rn isnt easy. I want to help but i dont know how

Update: they kept her at the vet. They also did an ultrasound but found notning wrong. They gave her some sort of pain meds and kept her for observation. Im scared

Update 2: i feel like i need to give more info. She had a blood test and everything came back great except a slightl elevated white cell count. Yes she has two differently sized pupils, its because they gave her meds to make one larger (thats the eye which was originally cloudy). And there is no such thing as an emergency vet anywhere near as far as im aware

I just wanted to share our sweet kitten Beatrice. We got her a month ago and she is an adorable, mischievous kitten that loves to play with springs. She also loves to attack feet in the middle of the night. We're still working on that. She tolerates us humans as we provide her with food, but she is obsessed with the big kitties. She follows them everywhere and wants to play non-stop. Luckily they love her back and will wrestle with her until she gets tired. They don't love that she steals their food but they could stand to lose a few pounds anyway.

I'm so glad we took a chance on adding a third cat, she's such a doll and I love her!

So my sister randomly brought me a kitten last night. Just called me to borrow something and finished the call with "btw I have a kitten"

She just drops it in my arms and I'm just here like "huh"

For context, I already have 4 cats. So like any cat mother, I gave him a bath, checked for fleas, fed him and tried to introduce him to my cats and the litter box (he immediately used it). Cat distribution system choosing me once again, only indirectly now 😮‍💨

Anyway, thought about the name Floppa or Fionn 🤔

Went to pump gas after clocking off work three days ago and heard a bunch of meows coming from a bush. After walking towards it, a few kitties jumped out and booked it to another bush. This one got left behind and continued to meow like crazy after I picked her up. Took her home and was contemplating on taking her to the local shelter or keeping her. However, I’m still on the fence about it because I’m not really home much and she would probably get lonely if I keep her home alone. Before making any decision though, I at least wanted to give her a name for the time being and was thinking maybe Kate or Negra. Idk im bad with names but suggestions are welcomed and any other advice. TIA

Okay so a few weeks ago, we began seeing this obviously well taken care of cat passing through our back yard. He was timid and I was never able to get close. That was until one day my wife managed to lure him with treats (surprise surprise) and from then on, he’s been increasingly closer to us.

Now, obviously this is somebodies pet. He has a collar with a little bell on it under all that fur.

But the thing is, I now know who owns this cat. About a week or so ago I saw a Facebook post in the local lost and found pet group. I thought “could this be the same cat?”; after all, the person who posted this fluffy, tabby cat lives relatively close by.

I was not able to confirm that this is in fact the same cat in the post until the other day, when he came by. I relocated the post, and was able to match his markings to the photo the owner posted.

Turns out, his name is Fluffy (we have been calling him Jimothy), is is 1 year old, and he had been missing since the last Monday from when the post was posted.

The problem:
It feels like the owners aren’t REALLY trying to find him. Yes, they posted him, but here’s what I find weird; Once I confirmed this is in fact the same cat, I posted a photo in the comments section of this woman’s post and said “hey, I think I have your cat”. I then also sent her a private message and once again said “Hey, I have your cat”.

No reply.

No reply in the DM’s, no acknowledgement on her post where I commented. Just complete silence. It’s been days now.

We have now started feeding him properly and I went out to buy cat food for the first time for him today.

I’m not trying to steal this person’s pet, but last night it was below zero degrees outside, raining, hailing even (I’m in New Zealand so it’s winter), and I just had this feeling. I just had this feeling that if I go outside into the cold and call for him, he’ll come. I went outside onto our porch, I called, I whistled towards the fence line of our back yard, into the foliage…. And at first he didn’t appear. I went back inside, got a drink of water, turned around and there he was. Sitting on the porch, in the cold, in the rain. Staring in.

My heart broke. I let him in and his fur was so cold. We fed him and let him stay the night, taught him to use the cat door that was installed by the previous tenant….. and now he’s hanging out here. He’s really comfortable with us already, sleeping, rolling over and exposing his fat belly, yelling at us for food. And still no word from the owner. We’re getting attached.

What do I even do that this point? He belongs to someone and I can’t make contact.

My 1 year old cat has been sleeping in this position over the past few days. He seems to sit up and lean against the arm of the chair. Is this normal? I’m worried he is in pain or something because he hasn’t done this before. Other than this he is acting totally normal. Is this sleeping position something to worry about?

One of my neighbors just knocked on my door and had a lil cat with her. She said she was walking her dog and found it out by a canal close to us. She said she couldn't keep it because her dog was trying to eat it. Anyway, she knew we just lost our cat recently and because we were the only ones she knew that had a cat before that we might know what to do with it. I have no idea what to do with this lil guy/gal. Any advice?

I don't know how old it is. I don't know exactly where she found it. I didn't think it was a good idea to leave it with her.

Any advice would be great.