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It’s A Cat’s Life

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It’s A Cat’s Life

It’s a cat’s life! How these cats lives have changed. They are now relaxed, feed, spayed and happy cats; a stark contrast to the scraggy, untrusting and hissy cats they were twelve months ago.

Two days ago I had no idea what photos I was going to use for my Sunday’s post and today I managed to get some decent-ish photos of the cats looking rather chilled out, plus some lovely photos of a couple of meaty looking geckos hanging around my parents front gate… It’s always the way!

I opted to share the photos of the cats, as they’ve been with us now for just over a year and my, how they’ve changed.

The Cat’s Twelve Months On

How the lives of these #cats have changed in twelve months
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It's a cat's life

Twelve months ago Ugg turned up with her five feral kittens. Despite her look, she loves a good rub from me.

May 29th - The Cats #2

Purdey is Uggs one remaining kitten, she’s a hunter and seems to be doing a good job of keeping the rodent population down.

May 29th - The Cats#3

It’s a cat’s life! These two are so at home now they sleep solidly. Twelve months ago, whenever I went onto the balcony they disappeared into the woodpile. What a difference a year makes.

May 29th - The Cats #8

Purdey decides that Uggs ears are in need of a good clean. They have a close relationship, with Mother cat still calling and teaching Purdey how things are done. Since being spayed neither of them rarely wonder far. Up onto the roof is about as far as they go now, they can actually wake us up thundering around up there.

May 29th - The Cats #7

Are you pointing that camera at us? Can’t a cat do what cats do in peace?

Kitten cleaning Mother cat.

Ugg seems to be enjoying her grooming session.

Kitten grooming Mum.

Purdey spent ages grooming Ugg, which was really cute to watch. I’m sure that either cat would be lost if something were to happen to the other one, but they live the good life now, so have no reason to wander far. Or at least I hope not.

Have you any feral or stray animals choose you as an ‘owner’? I use the term ‘owner’ loosely, as I am sure our cats would leave us just as quickly as they appeared if a better offer came up!

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Hello, I’m Debbie (also known as ChirpyDebs) and thank you for stopping by my little corner of the internet. Now the children are all grown up I’m happiest when I’m out with the dogs or hiking a trail with my camera in hand. My blog is where I like to share photographs showing the wild beauty of Zakynthos that most people don’t get to see, recipes and other seemingly random things that come to mind.

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  1. 62

    Something Crunchy Mummy says

    They look beautiful. I'm not a cat person but they look very friendly and relaxed. Thanks for linking up to #justanotherlinky xx Something Crunchy Mummy recently posted...Empty ThreatsMy Profile
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    • 63

      Debbie says

      Hi Kirsty, we've always been dog people, until these two won my heart. They are friendly and relaxed on their terms and only with us really. They are very wary of strangers. Thank you for stopping by and commenting. xx
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    • 65

      Debbie says

      Hi Nikki, the year has gone fast and there was plenty of time spent coaxing them and earning their trust to start with. I hate to think of something happening to either of them as I would miss them and I'm sure they would miss each other. Thank you for stopping by. xx
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    • 67

      Debbie says

      Hi Helena, I've tried licking my daughters ears, but just get a battering for it (she's bigger than me), so it's not a good idea anyway. It works for cats though! Thank you for popping over and commenting. xx
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    • 69

      Debbie says

      Hi Heledd, they have landed with their bum in the butter, but I do get pleasure from having them around. Yes, the younger one does have amazing eyes. Thank you for popping over. xx
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    • 71

      Debbie says

      Hi, before these two we had one I named Morris that I fed and lazed around all day, but he would sooner hiss and spit than allow me too close. One day he disappeared and I never saw him again. Having been more a dog and bunny person, these cats have really won me over. Thank you for stopping by and commenting. xx
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  7. 73

    Lizzie firstooth says

    Gorgeous cats! My first cat was a stray but he didn't choose us, we found him. Him and I had a bond right from that moment he was an incredibly loving and loyal cat. Our cat now, which is the first cat my partner has ever owned too, was a rescue from a shelter. We didn't actually choose her, the owner of the shelter chooses the cats for you, which I think is fab. Cats are brilliant, hilariously clumsy too! #justanotherlinky
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    • 74

      Debbie says

      Hi Lizzie, I always thought cats were quite graceful until we got Ug. She thunders along. We have a flat roof and when the cats are up there playing they can actually wake us up at night with the noise. With the shelter pairing you with the cats, it at least takes the difficulty of choosing which one to take home out of your hands. Thank you for stopping by. xx
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  8. 75

    Rhyming with Wine says

    Aw so very cute! We rescued a friendly domestic mum cat and her 6 week old feral kitten a few years ago. Ironically now we only have the kitten as her mum got a bit too jealous and scratchy when we had the kids, but Stitch (the baby) has never raised a paw and just stays out of their way. Mum cat now lives with the in-laws and is spoiled rotten there. They used to be really close but sadly Molly (Mum cat) disowned her kitten as soon as we'd had her spayed. Something to do with her scent changing apparently? The secret life of cats eh? Lovely post xx #justanotherlinky Rhyming with Wine recently posted...How to “Meet other Mums”.My Profile
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    • 76

      Debbie says

      Hi Dawn, when we had Ugg spayed we were warned that she would probably get hissy and spitty with her kittens (she had five), they were a good few months old then. She never did. When we released her after her op, the kittens hissed at her, but the next day they were all suckling again. They comfort suckled long after her milk dried up. At least Molly has a nice home... Did you ever consider rehoming the children though? Thank you for popping over. xx
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    • 78

      Debbie says

      Hi Natalie, she was a very lucky cat and with rescued animals we never can know what they've been through. Our two cats are totally trusting around me and my daughter, but very wary about anyone else. It did take a lot of time and patience to win them over though. Thank you for stopping by. xx
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  10. 79

    Becky @ educating roversi says

    We have a cat called Coco that I adopted from a friend who couldn't look after her anymore. I feel like she isn't as fond of life since Mini R came along but she does come sit on the sofa in the evening when he's in bed. The post about her is here: https://educatingroversi.com/2015/10/03/the-furry-member-of-the-roversis/ #JustAnotherLinky
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    • 80

      Debbie says

      Hi Becky, I think all animlas get put out with the arrival of a new family member. Hopefully she'll come round. Thank you for popping over.
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    • 84

      Debbie says

      Hi Rachel, I'm not sure if it's because she is still a young cat and not fully grown that her eyes look so large, or she's just a big eyed cat. Thank you for stopping by. xx
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    • 86

      Debbie says

      Hi Natalie, in reality Mother cat rescued them by learning to trust us. She is such a good Mum and even now calls her no-longer-kitten to teach her how to stalk and hunt a beetle, rodent and (unfortunately) sometimes a lizard (that I'm never happy with and have told them). Thanks for stopping by. xx
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  14. 87

    ShoeboxofM says

    My first cat adopted us rather than the other way round. She was a lovely sweet natured thing. When I first moved in with my then girlfriend (now wife) the cat came with the house. The owners had moved away and the cat decided it liked the house more than his owners! He was a proper boot faced bruiser of a cat. We only bonded because I saved his life on a daily basis when he got tangled in the blinds as he jumped through the bedroom windows! #PoCoLo
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    • 88

      Debbie says

      Hi, since being adopted by our two cats I've realised they call the shots (when they can). You'd have thought your boot faced bruiser of a cat would have learned! Thank you for stopping by and sharing your story. xx
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    • 92

      Debbie says

      Hi Cathy, the fact that the cats could disappear is something that I dread, but they never seem to wonder far and as they've both been spayed I hope they don't change that habit. We can only do or best by our pets and if a pet was a once feral animal it's not so easy taming them. At least your feral knew a good life for a bit. Thank you for stopping by. xx
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    • 94

      Debbie says

      Hi Jayne, ahhh, thank you. It is a nice story and this is the first spring in a few years we haven't had the problem of rodents in the house, so everyone's a winner. Thank you for stopping by and commenting. xx
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    • 96

      Debbie says

      Hi Janine, we were never cat people and with the dogs roaming free very few cats come this way. Ugg definitely chose us and when an animal does that, you can't turn them away. And I would miss them if they left... And we've had a rodent free house this spring too, so it's a win, win situation. Thank you for stopping by. xx
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  19. 97

    Jen says

    Ugg has to be a very lucky cat indeed to have wandered into your family's yard and lives that day 12 months ago! Those eyes are amazing and that relationship between the mother and her daughter is so sweet. I love this very happy story, because I think all creatures should deserve to find a safe and happy place to live! Jen recently posted...The Happy Now Blog Link- Up # 10My Profile
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    • 98

      Debbie says

      Hi Jen, not being a cat person I didn't realise there would be a continued bond between Mother cat and kitten once the kitten had grown up, it's nice to see though. I agree all creatures deserve to live in a safe environment. Thank you for stopping by. xx
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    • 100

      Debbie says

      Hi Leanne, they have. Out of the two of them the Mother cat is the most friendly, which is strange as she bought her kittens here when they were just a few weeks old. I would really miss them if they decided to leave, but I think they know which way there bread is buttered. Thank you for stopping by. xx
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    • 102

      Debbie says

      Hi Merlinda, their eyes change with the lighting, sometimes their pupils are so large you can barely see any colour. There are a lot of cats living wild here too - which is where Ugg came from. Thank you for stopping by. xx
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  22. 103

    Lisa@intotheGlade says

    These are lovely pictures, they do look so healthy, happy and at home there with you. A fabulous thing to do, to give them all a home xx Lisa@intotheGlade recently posted...The Lost CarnivalMy Profile
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    • 104

      Debbie says

      Hi Lisa, they have the back balcony, the woodpiles and a section of garden that we've made dog free, so they can relax, of course they wonder into the front bit at times (why wouldn't they chance their luck as the dogs are so dozy?). They have the shed to sleep in in the winter and several boxes to sleep in. An abundance of food, water and rubs. I hope they choose to stay until they are both old and gray. Thank you for stopping by. xx
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  23. 105

    Mackenzie Glanville says

    We have 3 rescue cats, we had a 4th but she sadly passed away as a kitten due to surgery complications. I love cats, actually I love animals they bring so much to our lives. #MMBC
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    • 106

      Debbie says

      Hi Mackenzie, I agree. A world without animals would be rather lacking. It's so sad that you lost a kitten. Sometimes things just aren't meant to be. Thank you for stopping by. xx
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    • 108

      Debbie says

      Hi Tamara, not quite as beautiful as yours though (but I won't tell them that!). There is definitely a difference between cats and dogs, the cats make the dogs look positively dozy and seem to act more on instinct. Our dogs wouldn't last the night outside in the garden! Tank you for popping by and commenting. xx
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    • 110

      Debbie says

      Hi Kim, Mother cat still calls Purdey and shows her things (like how to hunt beetles). I didn't realise that animals act as 'parents' to their off spring for so long. Thank you for popping by. xx
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    Comedy Plus says

    Awww, so adorable. You need to link this post to my Awww Mondays post tomorrow. Adorable. Yes, I've had many stray/feral cats in my lifetime. They have always been such wonderful additions to our family. Have a purrfect day. ☺ Comedy Plus recently posted...Silly SundayMy Profile
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    • 112

      Debbie says

      Hi Sandee, I never thought of linking, maybe next week. I have become strangely attached to these twa and hope they'll be around for a while. Thank you for popping over. xx
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    • 114

      Debbie says

      Hi Fiona, I hope these two stay around for that long. I would really miss them if they were to leave. It's funny how attached I have become to them, even if they aren't your typical pet cat. Thank you for popping by and commenting. xx
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    • 116

      Debbie says

      Hi Sarah, they are only comfortable with me or my daughter, they tolerate my husband and son and if a stranger goes out there (like my Mum or the vet, they back right off). It's amazing how far a little trust can go. Thank you for popping by. xx
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    • 118

      Debbie says

      Hi Tara, you're right. Twelve months ago, Ugg was a skinny, rough and uptight cat, now she's ample and chilled. And loves nothing more than a nice rub, before she eats. I'm sure she would have made a lovely indoor cat, if circustances were different. Thanks for stopping by. xx
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    • 120

      Debbie says

      Hi Darren, I must admit that having a cat as a pet wasn't top of my list, but they do keep the rodent population down (we've had none in the house this spring) and they are interesting to watch. Thank you for commenting. xx
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  31. 121

    Anne says

    Your cats are beautiful and what wonderful photos you have of them. I love the way Purdey grooms Ugg. We have a brother and sister that we rescued and they never stray far from home. There are a lot of cats around here though and we often have visitors taking the chance on an open door or window before my two chase them off. Anne recently posted...My Sunday Photo 29th May 2016My Profile
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    • 122

      Debbie says

      Hi Anne, I'm not very clued up on cats, but some 'outsider' cats Mother cat chases off, but others she allows. Not sure why. Someone suggested it could be that she tolerates the males stealing their food, but won't allow females as they may have their kittens here and take over. Thank you for popping over. xx
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    • 124

      Debbie says

      Hi Cathy, Mother cat is the more trusting of the two. Purdey has become extra wary since having her spayed, but rather that than kittens. Thank you for stopping by. xx
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