I NOW HAVE A PREFIX !!!

My paperwork has just arrived from the GCCF ( Governing Council of Cat Fanciers) with my prefix- all my kittens registered names will now start with TZKATZ . Which should be read Tz Katz ( T's Cats) I'm so happy, not my first choice but so close I am not bothered!

We're two weeks old now

Missy's 7 are growing well and starting to explore around the bed, occassionally even falling out into the main cage although I'm not sure that is always intended! They are starting to show a bit of colour one definatly going to be a red and a few are showing mittens!

Look who came to Tea!

Elphie- Joy's 2009 kitten

George - Missy's Red point 2009

Bella- Missy's 2009 mitted Girl

We had an exciting afternoon yesterday, I had a tea party and get together which George and Bella, Missy's litter last year and Elphie Joy's litter last year all returned to visit. It was great to see them all back again and see what fabulous cats they are growing up to be. They were all a year on the 12th March 2010 so still got plenty more growing to do!

We've Got our eyes open!

Well on Tuesday one had half an eye open now today two have their eyes completly open and two more have one eye open! The rest will follow soon!Thought you might like to see their size compaired to Theo's ( 13 year old ) hands.

Easter Sunday - Day 8 We're all doing so well!

Well, here we are on Day 8 and everybody is doing so well. I have been giving Titch some supplementary feeds during the day and he's now nearly 150g so he's got a fighting chance now. Fatso is 180g and the rest are all around 170g! Poor Missy is constantly feeding and cleaning them all , but I managed to get a shot today while she was grabbing a bite to eat herself. Their colours are starting to show a bit more now.

Day 4- see how we grow!

Well we've all made it to day 4, Titch is still small but gaining weight little by little, he's made it to 105g today still 30g less than the rest but he's going in the right direction. so fingers crossed!

Day 3 and all is well

Well so far so good! I weighed them all and they have all put on a bit of weight they range from 93g to 111gm. So fingers crossed we are on the right track.

Proud Mummy!

Well it's day 2, and they all appear to be feeding and she is so proud of herself! She rolled over when I got the camera out so I could get all 7 in the picture!

They have arrived!!!!!!

Well what a day it's been! about 5 this morning Missy woke me yet again all restless having had a show yesterday afternoon. She later produced the first 2 kittens almost simultaneously with out a placenta in between, clean them up and number 3 arrived a little break, much pushing and a tail appeared , then disappeared repeated this a few times then a single foot ( not a good sign) But after a lot of effort and a squeal out popped number 4, Number 5 then arrived the right way around but a little distressed at the wait. We were all exhausted and she settled down to clean and feed them . so I moved her to the cage stripped my bed , where is insisted on having them in between my legs ( not pleasant, but she the most important one to be happy!). Put them all in the wash , Returned to find her pushing again , and to my surprise out came number 6! after settling them all I decided to go an have a cuppa with a friend and show them the photos. Just went in to take some more and check on everybody, couldn't believe my eyes had to count several times to confirm it there are 7 clean little ones feeding away!!!!!!!!!!! So fingers crossed now they can make it through hurdle number 2 the first week.

AN EMAIL FROM TINY

Just thought i'ld sent you a picture of myself Tiny x. ( by the way mummies thinking about changing our names, might be Katie, Lulu, Penny or Poppet!! As for my brother, he could be Bob, Sam, Tom or Twiz ( what do you think??) xx



Hi Tiny,
We all know that we humans give you names and you have your own cat names that are secert from us. But if Mummy wants to change your names that's fine by me and we all know that if you don't like it you'll ignore it !!! I once had a kitten that had a large patch on it's nose so it got called sploj , he obviously never liked it and totally ignored you when called by it as soon as we changed it to cfor ( as in c for cat) he used to come running when called! So good luck with the new names let us know which one you like best , Poppet and Twiz are the ones I probably would have chosen for you myself! But then what do I know!!! Tx

News from Tony on Max and Merlin

Just thought I'd drop you a quick note to say that Max and Merlin have quickly recovered from their Neutering Ops and are back to normal, although not quite as manic! I thought you'd also like a couple of pictures to show how they are getting on. They are still growing and I think Max especially is going to be a very big boy. There is now nowhere in this place that is safe from them - the one on the cupboard is a good case in point. They have to scramble up the chimney breast then cross the room on one of the beams about 8 feet up to get there. I've got my heart in my mouth every time I see them do it, especially when they start fighting at that height. Cheers, Tony.............

Happy Tiny And Buddy

Had to send you this, how cute!! They are really happy here, and we love them very much. SO naughty!!! God into every thing Julie x

HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY

Happy first Birthday to George, Bella , Elphie, Neko , Zena, Bungle, Maisie and Harley

Hope you all have a fun time celebrating in your new families.

They have settled in so well

Spoke to Julie yesterday, Buddy and Tiny have settled in well. Buddy is so clever he has worked out already how to turn taps on for a drink! He can also open and close the wardrobe doors can be slightly scary in the middle of the night!!! He can also open the Washing machine then encourages his sister to get in!!!

Update on Buddy and Tiny

I collected this lovely pair from their home on Saturday, there was a very tearful farwell well from poor Maggie who decided that it was best for them to be rehomed. However, the good News is that by Sunday evening they we safely in their new home with a couple who are going to love them to bits. Although Buddy and Tiny were nervous having lived in the flat with Maggie for over 18 months, as soon as they meet the couple that might rehome them it was love at first sight , Buddy instantly took to the gent who made a big fuss of him. Tiny was a little more reserved but once enouraged to come out from under the cupboard was happy to lap up the attention she was given. As soon as the promised photo's arrive I'll let you see them.

Kittens Due End Of March !!!

Although the cold weather seems to have had an effect on the girls calling. Missy it defiantly pregnant by Tyler and the kittens are due around the last week in March. I already have a few people on the waiting list so if you are interested in Blue points, Reds or Torties and would like to have your name on the waiting list to be among the first to visit them please contact me.

Sapphire

Just had an update on Sapphire who now lives with James, Kerry and Family :-

"the Queen" ; she is a very fussy eater, always giving a gentle meow when the fridge is opened - roast chicken being her favourite. She will then turn her nose up at her cat food in protest if there isn't any chicken set aside for her. Always playful, she has her favourite toys and will fetch everytime with her own spongy plaster. If she wants to play, Sapphire will drop her plaster next to you and let out a very delicate meow to get your attention. She is very healthy and her shiny coat is now getting a nice depth of colour as she ages.The pics are of this morning, the last one I couldn't resist - her peering over the computer as I was typing, which was better than her old habit of laying on my warm laptop keyboard. Thanks for doing a great job and your son for playing with her. It has really helped her settle and become a member of the family. All the best. James & Kerry Drummond

Can anyone help rehome this Pair?

Got a desperate plead from someone with 2 of my dear friend Rose’s kittens, she is a disabled lady who had 2 kittens in 2008. The problem is that her health has declined and she needs to rehome them as soon as possible. I have attached the pictures of Buddy , Male bi-colour and Tiny a seal point they are brother and sister and must go together. They were born 16.4.08 and their parents are Guy and Peace ( who now lives with me,) and Guy (pictured here with Rose) who has a great pedigree and fathered the first 2 litters I had last year. They are both neutered and full inoculated and she wants £200 for them as a pair. The lady lives in Maidstone Kent so haven’t seen but I can collect them for you if required.If you can help let me know if you or anyone you may know would be interested in these beauties.

Message from Max and Merlin

Thank you to Tony for sending us this message and photo of you all enjoying a quiet moment together! . I love it when owners keep me updated.

"Just thought I'd drop you a quick note to let you know that both Max and Merlin seem to be settling in well now. When they have the energy they are absolutely manic but they do seem to be settling into our routine now. They have both managed to bolt out of the front door and into the snow now but at least they didn't manage to get too far before being apprehended. Christmas was fun with all the wrapping paper to play with and they definitely have a taste for turkey! They even left the Christmas tree alone until the day we were to due to take it down, when one of them knocked it over just as I was getting the boxes in for the decorations. They couldn't have left it for another 10 minute"

Sky has gone all the way to South Wales!

I do not as a rule let my cats go to anywhere except to loving pet homes, however having met this lovely lady who breeding ethic are the similar to mine, I have made an exception .We are hoping to assist each other in our breeding programs, from time to time.

"Sky has settled in brilliantly, her and Freya are thick as thieves and causing no end of chaos with their antics. Such fun to watch. I've put some new pics of her on my website http://www.raggiestars.co.uk/Anyway speak to you soon, Love Erika xxx"

Milo in his new home

Anyway, just thought you would like to know that Milo is healthy and happy and if giving us a great deal of pleasure. He likes to explore and has been found hiding in my wardrobe! I have enclosed a few photos - one of him making himself at home in a bedroom drawer and him sleeping. He sleeps anywhere! Best wishes
Linda and Andy

Sapphire was the first of Dora's kittens to go to her new home with Kerry, her new pink travel case looks the business!

Hendrix in his new home! We have had several phone calls from my mum to say how well he's settled in. "He's a real purry boy" says my mum. She's very happy with him :-)

George Enjoys the Christmas Tree!!!!

We thought you might like to see some pictures that we took tonight of George having fun in the Christmas tree. We put it up on Saturday, but today was the first time he's got any further than just hitting the baubles. Bella hasn't ventured up it as far as we're aware, but we don't think it will take her long. Best wishes. Glyn and Claire x

It's George's first Christmas, he is one of Missy's kittens born in March 2009. He is keen to experience all the joys, starting with the tree!! Thanks to Glyn and Claire for the pictures and email , showing what a gorgeous big boy he is growing into!

We thought you might like to see some pictures that we took tonight of George having fun in the Christmas tree. We put it up on Saturday, but today was the first time he's got any further than just hitting the baubles. Bella hasn't ventured up it as far as we're aware, but we don't think it will take her long.

Best wishes.

Glyn and Claire
x

Sorry all kittens now on hold!

This morning a very nice couple came around to see the last two kittens , they fell in love with both, and just couldn't decide between them, so they have taken both of them. We are all very happy, so as long as the home and vet visits all go well I am afraid that anyone who wants one of my babies will have to wait until next year. With a bit of luck Joy and Missy will be having a set each around January / February time.