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Re-homed Page 7
A chance to have a look at some of the cats that have been re-homed
and find out how they are getting on in their new homes.
Monkey.
Subject: Hello from Monkey....
Hi all, Myself and my partner, Stuart, collected our cute little kitten, Monkey, from yourselves in September.
It only took her a few hours to get used to the house and she is now the Princess of the household!
We had originally wanted to call our cat Sausage, however, the cat we chose was far too pretty to have the name of Sausage.
After many days of being a nameless cat, we decided on Monkey - as she is a cheeky Monkey and likes to push her luck as far as she can!
She has had her injections, been chipped and is getting neutered in December.
We can tell already that she is desperate to get out and will mainly be an outdoor cat.
Monkey loves her cuddles and will often fall asleep on or next to us whilst we are sat on the sofa (currently typing this with her lay next to me purring away).
She has also been amazing with the litter tray (only 1 incident to speak of). So, a big thank you to THARG for letting us find our cat, who we feel like we've never not had!
Keep up the good work looking after all the cats and kittens of Stockport!
Thank you, From Mel and Stuart.
Elsie.
Hi,
I just wanted to let you know how Elsie is doing.
I think I might have brought the wrong cat home as she's an absolute sweetheart!
She hid for 5 minutes when I let her out, had a wander round and at about 4.30 she started playing,
at 5.40 she let me stroke her & started purring!
She was wary when I walked around but fine when I sat down, I suspect she may have been kicked in the past,
she seems a bit better about it today & follows me from room to room!
Elsie is very playful and very interested in what's going on outside (will have to be extra careful about her escaping)
she seems to be sleeping on the windowsill, not in any of the 5 beds she can chose from.
I was woken at 3.30 this morning Elsie was on top of me licking my face & purring away.
The only problem so far is that Elsie finds my Laura Ashley sofa and Victorian chair much better to sharpen her claws on
than the 7 scratching posts I have provided, but what cat wouldn't!
She's used her litter tray, had roast beef last night and is currently waiting for the roast chicken to come out of the oven.
She's been here 24 hours and all in all very successful so far.
Elsie likes cuddles and having her belly rubbed, she's also let me groom her a bit,
I stopped before she got fed up, I'll get her used to it slowly.
She also seems to have become Elsie-May, though I don't know why!
Keeping Elsie and Ralph separate didn't last long, she refused to be shut in a room on her own & was creating such a fuss so they have had a few brief meetings.
Some hissing & growling from Elsie and a look of horror from Ralph! She scared the life out of him even though she's half his size!
There have been a few nose touches before one of them gets scared but at the moment they are both asleep on my bed,
although at opposite ends, but it's progress & has gone much better than expected.
Elsie- update no2:
Hi all, just a quick update,
Elsie has settled in really well, she greets Ralph when he comes in, they touch noses & haven't hissed at each other recently.
They don't play together yet, he is still wary of her, she's dying to play with him but he gets scared & runs off!
She's very fond of face licking & rubbing & absolutely adores being groomed, even her belly.
She even paws my hand to carry on if I stop, she has a very ladylike meow & has even chirruped a few times.
Thankfully she has been investigating the scratching posts rather than my sofa,
unfortunately Ralph has discovered its use as a scratching post now that Elsie has given him a demonstration!
I think she may have put on a bit of weight already, I can't help spoiling her though, I love her to bits.
Love Sarah, Elsie & Ralph
xxx
Tam & Shri.
Hello, We re-homed Tam & Shri the Siamese brother and sister at the beginning of October.
They made themselves at home in our bungalow from the moment they were let out of their carrier.
They showed no animosity at all towards our existing cat, Lucy, whom we had re-homed from you twelve months previously.
Lucy was a little reserved towards them at first but is more and more confident in their presence and although they are all still wary of each other, things are progressing well.
Tam & Shri love to curl up next to each other on the settee next to my wife, and will lie with their arms around each other, and will wash each other from time to time.
They are obviously devoted to each other. We have now let them go out into the garden, and they have been on successful forays, returning to us safely.
Tam had no problem learning what the cat flap was for and used it from the word go.
They are everything we could wish for in a pet and we look forward to a good few years with them yet.
Best wishes, Peter & Hazel Hopper.
Candy (formerly Aqilla).
We have now had Candy for two and a half years.
She’s a lot calmer than she was when we first got her. She even enjoys being cuddled sometimes!
She loves sitting in the garden in the sunshine and has a favourite catnip mouse.
She has lost a little weight although she will never be a size 0!
She likes sitting on the window ledge and watching the world go by.
She occasionally jumps on my knee where she will sit purring, and is now quite happy for us to stroke her.
Debbie and Sophie.
Dolly & Suzy.
Dolly (formerly Sky) has been with us for a couple of months and has settled in amazingly well.
She enjoys playing in the garden with her best friend Suzy (formerly Fantine).
We got her to be a playmate for Suzy and it has worked out really well as they have grown very close.
They particularly enjoy stealing sachets of cat food and ripping them open on the kitchen floor, and teasing next door’s dog!
They can often be found asleep together on a cushion. (
Suzy is the one with the collar on in the pictures)
Debbie and Sophie.
Belle.
Hello Julie & all the Tharg team,
Thought it about was about time after two years we sent you an update on Belle - (Bella Lugosi).
Stan & I came to the sanctuary looking for a cat on two or three occasions in November 2010,
I wanted to reserve a ginger tom, but was persuaded he was too feisty!
Stan was immediately taken with newcomer Belle, who being a long haired house cat, not my ideal choice.
We eventually took her home, where she enjoyed being fussed, almost demanded it!
Obviously she was nervous in new surroundings, so hid away for a few days, & was eating very little.
I did find her high maintenance at first as regards food, & her long hairs everywhere, but stuck with it!
It had been snowing when I eventually introduced her to the garden, this environment being totally new to her, as only familiar to life in a flat.
It was just so fascinating educational, watching her exploring these new surroundings,
increasing in confidence daily, mindful & keeping a watchful eye in case she went AWOL!
Each time Belle went out she explored a little further, really enjoying her time discovering new things.
Then birds became an occupational pastime, where she spends hours hiding in the shrubbery.
It has been a joy for us to see Belle revert to a free spirit, as I believe a cat should be!
We have had so much fun & pleasure since we acquired Belle, who is a much loved family pet.
I am so very glad we gave her that chance to come & share our home.
Thank you so much to Julie & all the Tharg team for your help, & the wonderful work you do at the sanctuary.
With our Best Wishes - - from Freesia & Stan
Raoul.
I am really happy in my new home.
I am eating well and I am exploring everywhere.
I am sure I will love it when I can get out.
Thank you for caring for me.
Love Raoul.
Jake & Lady.
Dear All, We adopted Marvel and Kitkat from you two weeks ago and waned to let you know how they are getting on.
They have been to the vet and are up to date on all medication.
Kitkat is older than we thought so she is also booked in to be neutered soon.
We have renamed them as Jake and Lady and they really are part of the family now.
We can't imagine our home without them now.
They have not been outside yet but know every nook and cranny of the house!
Jake (Marvel) is the most cheeky, playful kitten but is also so affectionate.
Lady was quite reserved and very nervous but is also very affectionate and much more playful now.
They roll around the house together, a big black and white ball of fluff!
Thanks again for all your help and advice and the great work you do there.
Hope you all enjoy Christmas and best wishes for 2013,
Ann, Jack and Callum.
Jasper (formerly Kizzy).
Hi to all at Tharg,
It's been a week and I can happily say kizzy - (now Jasper!) has well and truly made himself at home!
He loves to walk all over us, sit on our laps and his favourite pastime is to whiz around the house chasing his balls.
He is an absolute joy.
Thank you so much for caring for him before he found us!
Lots of love Katy, Neil and Jasper xxx.
Betty-boo (formerly Magenta).
Hello Everyone,
Thought I would email to tell you how my gorgeous girl is doing. I re-homed Betty Boo (Magenta) in June last year.
At first she was very nervous and can still be jumpy but the transformation is very noticeable.
She has helped my healing process of losing my beloved dog Barney at the end of may 2012.
She has fitted right in and enjoys sleeping at the end of my bed most nights.
I believe My girl was abandoned and left to fend for herself for about 6 months their loss and my gain!
I would never give her up. She is my little garden girl venturing in to the good sized garden at the back but going no further than next door.
She gets panicky if the door is closed on her, which I can only presume is because of her past.
We got her a cat flap but she prefers to use the door !
She’s such a fussy eater and tends to snack throughout the day never eating all that is in her bowl.
She has the complete run of the house and enjoys her tummy being tickled.
She lives with my husband and myself and is getting better when the young grandchildren come to visit and can tolerate them better when they come alone.
I think you do such a great job and often recommend the Heaton’s to people who are looking for a cat.
Thank you for my little boo, Jean Maguire
Bramble.
Hi, I'm Bramble and I was re-homed in January 2012.
My new owners were provided with instructions of what I like, and I am glad to say that they are looking after me very well.
I even have my own bedroom all to myself!
I have maintained my weight at 4.4kgs and I am still eating Hills Science Plan Light & Dental 3 times a day.
Although I do receive the odd small treat of fresh roasted chicken when my Masters have Sunday roast.
My new home has a friend called Simba, who is a Male Siamese. We play chase in the house and go hunting for rodents outside (see Pic).
The house has a cap flap so I spend most of my days playing in back garden or in the grassy area behind my new house.
There are no children here (phew!).
When I do relax indoors, I like to sit on my throne - a lovely beanbag where I spend hours.
I also like to demand affection from my owners, especially when the are using computers/laptops or reading study books!
I give them a firm head-butt to let them know how happy I am.
I'm really happy at my new home and would like to thank the staff at The Heatons Animal Rescue for looking after me until I was re-homed.
Goodbye for now... Bramble.
Bess.
Hi, Just a quick update to let you know how Bess is doing.
Bess Puss is one of the softest cats we have ever known.
She is so laid back…
well until 9pm that is, then it is play-time and you have to comply, otherwise she walks all over you,
pushes her head in your face and doesn’t stop yowling until we play “Pinky Bounces” (her feather on a stick).
She gets me up in the mornings by walking on my head and creaky meowing until I give in, get up and feed her.
She then begins her normal routine.
7.30 my bedroom window, counts the jackdaws coming in to land on out house roof for breakfast.
8-8.30 she monitors the kids going out to school from the lounge windowsill.
Then it’s my bed for a long snooze until 5pm, Tea-time and she becomes all creaky again until I feed her.
Bess used to hog the lounge chair and would complain bitterly if I moved her so I could sit down,
but now she goes to sleep on the chair in dads bedroom for her evening rest.
You may have noticed that she doesn’t go out, well not usually by choice, she had to be taken into the garden for the photo shoot.
If I do put her out she does a quick circuit through next door's garden to the back door and inside again asap usually with a fat fluffy tail!
I am hoping she will get used to “The Big Outdoors” when the better weather comes, until then she rules the house!
Bess has been living with us since October 2012 and we have enjoyed every day of it, she is purr-fect.
Thanks to all at THARG,
Cathy.
Pablo.
Dear all, Thought you would like to know that Pablo (formerly Jazz) has settled in brilliantly since we were lucky enough to find him at your sanctuary, last month.
From the minute we got him back to the house he made himself at home and spends most of his days relaxing, playing and cuddling us on the sofa.
Although he tends to follow me around wherever I go, when football is on the telly (along with John) he becomes glued to the set!
He's had all his vaccines now so is about to be let loose on the neighbourhood and given how much he loves to play chase, I think the other local cats are going to get a shock!
Thanks so much for rescuing him and doing the good work you do.
Louise & John
Jinx. Jinx & Midnight.
Hi everyone! Just want to let you know that Jinx (was Patrick/Patricia!) has settled in wonderfully!
It took a lot of consideration for us to decide to adopt another cat (kitten!) because as you know Midnight was not the most friendly cat at times!
However, Midnight seemed lonely as "an only cat" so it was something I really wanted to do.
We brought Jinx home and let her sit in her carrier for a while in the hope that Midnight would get used to her.
Aww she was so tiny (not anymore!) and we really didn't want her getting bashed!
Midnight was not a happy kitty for a few days! She hissed and stalked and occasionally managed to give the odd whack around the ear to Jinx!
What shocked us all was how tough Jinx turned out to be! For a kitten 12 weeks old, she's so fiesty!
She took to stalking Midnight under the settee and diving out to play/attack her! The house was a bit of a battlezone for a few days!
We kept them in separate rooms through the day when we were not at home, and also at night for the first week.
Gradually we gave them more time together and eventually we found Midnight washing Jinx. Ok, it turned into a fight, but only a playful one!
Jinx has decided that everything that Midnight owns belongs to her. Her heatmat, scratchy post tower and all her toys. Her food and litter tray too!
Midnight has amazed us at how tolerant she has become. Actually, she's grown up!
She still plays, more so in the past 2 weeks - she seems to have got back to normal now, as I think she fell out with us a little bit at the beginning!
Jinx actively goes out of her way to chase and play with Midnight, which is sometimes met with fun, and other times met with a clout!
Either way, they now seem to get on and like each other. And now Jinx is let out all the time as we can trust them together now!
Jinx is a lovely kitten and we're so happy with her. She's very cuddly and quirky, and likes tunneling under the bed covers and being carried around the house like a baby!
Thank you tharg for giving her to us, and to Midnight. I'm sure they'll be good friends for a long time!
Best wishes Simone, Gary and Alice (and Midnight and Jinx)
Mindy.
Hi all. We adopted Mindy on the 9th march 4 weeks ago.
She has settled in very well, in fact she took the transfer from the heatons to her new home in her stride,
and decided this was her home from the moment she stepped through the door.
Mindy is a lovely little girl and is very mischievous, she loves playing with her toys, and anything that catches her attention.
The house would not be the same without her, it feels like she has always been here.
Regards Dot & Steve.
Misha.
Misha (Formerly Mir) in her new home!
When we first got home Misha was very shy and ran upstairs to hide under a bed!
For a couple of days she just kept to herself and hid away.
Then after a while she started to venture out, slowly at first, before she gathered confidence, and began to let us pet her and give her treats.
Now I'm happy to say that she's settling in nicely, and no longer hides away!
When I first got her she had a hair loss problem and was also very skinny, I don't think she took too well to the transition from her old home to the sanctuary.
Now I'm happy to say that she's put on some weight and since having a steroid injection has starting growing much more fur!
Now she likes laze around on window sills and in the hallway, purring at anyone who comes past.
She loves her favourite catnip toy and will roll around clawing at it and rubbing herself all over the carpet.
She also loves playing with bits of string and cord she can find! Sometimes she tries to climb on things, but she isn't very good and often falls off!
Every morning when I wake up she comes and hops onto my bed and curls up next to me for a morning stroke.
Whenever we watch a film she likes to crawl over everyone's laps and get petted.
When I get home she's always waiting for me at the top of the stairs, and greets me with a little mew and a rub against my legs, and I always give her a treat.
She's such a lovely girl, shy but affectionate.
I just want her previous owners and the sanctuary to know that we love having her around,
and she's settling in really well, and hopefully will be here for many years of friendship.
Joseph, and my house-mates Fiona and Oliver.
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