Medley

Nothing happier than being able to find a toy which they all like. However, I might have to get each of them one to avoid fighting?

Stella's inner self is "A Beauty and A Beast"?

Stella might have found herself a part time job? Anyone wants to be her agent?

Stella's big day! (updated)

 Stella was neutered on 30th March 2023. 

That morning, the atmosphere at home was pretty gloomy. The kids were pretty quiet and no one seemed to care about their second round of breakfast at 9am. Likely all 3 kids sensed that something is coming.

- Stella, though on empty stomach since 10pm on 29th March didn't asked for food. Instead, she kept a distance observing what's happening.

- Unlike his usual self, Felix was very quiet. He didn't asked for food (normally he would be chasing after auntie already). Instead, he wants company when eating.

- Betty was the one most at ease. She ate by herself, but didn't play with Stella.

Overall, Stella appeared confident that the surgery would be a success and that the future remains bright for her.

In her absence, both Betty and Felix took their usual afternoon nap. 

The surgery was completed by 3.15pm and we picked her up at 6pm. Everything went on smoothly - she woke up quickly; a few stitches on the right side to be removed in a fortnight. In addition, she had a pair of snow boots

Though still a bit tired, she ate a small dinner at 9pm

However, life for the next 2 weeks would be different for her.

- She has to wear the cushion collar most of the time to prevent her from jumping up and down.

- She has to wear a dress (modified by us) to prevent her from licking the wound. 

- All her favourite toys had disappeared to minimise chance of her becoming playful too soon.

Finally regained total freedom on 12th April 2023. Dr S. removed the 2 stitches and Stella graciously kissed her for all that she had done for her good!

Praying that all would go well!

After removing stitches

Before stitches were removed

For the record, her first heat came on 12th March 2023.

Felix turns 7 today!

 Felix: I did it! I made it to 7 years old!

Thanks be to God!

May everyday be a "normal day" for you - filled with abundant faith, love, hope, happiness and good health!

P.S. A normal day could be taken for granted by many, but for Felix, it's already a great blessing!

What could be better than a BIG KISS from elder sister Betty!!

Update on Stella

Stella has joined the family for 5 months already. She is now 8.5 months old and weighs 3.6 kg.

Daily at around 8.30 pm, she would be waiting for her half hour game time. If I pretend to be busy, she would quietly wait nearby. After a while, would come and put her hand on my shoulder as a reminder. 

Getting her to finish her meal in a disciplined manner is getting to be more of a challenge.

Lately, Stella seems to be growing into more like a PR cat. As a result, with visitors around, both Betty and Felix would stay within sight longer as well, which is a good thing!

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Climbing up and down the cat trees is now a piece of cat for her. Usually when I woke up in the morning, she would be sleeping on the top level of the tall cat tree.

With the weather fine and warmer, she likes to take her afternoon nap in the balcony.

Luckily, she gets along well with both Betty and Felix. 

Betty is extremely tolerable with her mischiefs. 

Miscellaneous

1) Retirement of the Rocking Zebra

Stella is growing up fast. She is heavier and bigger, weighing 3.4kg at the age of 7.5 months old. She has also grown mentally and is now more risk averse. Accordingly, her interest towards the Rocking Zebra is diminishing. With Stella being the last member of this family, the Rocking Zebra will retire.

Thank you Rocking Zebra for being part of our family for the past 10 years! 

2) Tuxedo

I bought this M size 3-piece suit from a sale in 2013. So far only Goldie managed to wear it. Lately, we let Stella try, but is already a bit tight. Anyway, she just bear with us and took a few photos. 

Both kids look very different in the tuxedo - Goldie, the mature executive and Stella the yuppy. 

Goldie, 8.5 years old

Stella , 7.5 months old

From now on, the tuxedo will go into safe keeping as part of our precious memories. 

3) We went to the latest Pet Accessories Show (2-5 February 2023). I don't find this year's event exciting, but we bought some wet wipes and can food for the children. Just a few catnip toys and an electronic toy! We tried our best to get some samples, which will be donated to volunteers to help feed other less fortunate children.

The smart toy

萬事如意! 身壯力健! 步步高陞!

Wishing all our bloggers a Happy, Prosperous and Successful Year of the Rabbit!

Stella wishes everyone 步步高陞 and she puts it in action!

When Stella was 3-5 months old:

A breakthrough occurred when she was close to 6 months old i.e. took 2.5 months to achieve her goal, mainly because she was a bit short and muscles not strong enough for it.

The fun began....

Betty turns 9 today !

 Happy Birthday, Betty dear! 

Wish you Good Health, Lots of Joy and Happiness at all time!