H.R.H. Princess Misty has asked me to let you know that her new accommodation is comfortable and up to scratch. The other inhabitants have learned to show their respect by bowing and curtseying and the staff are responding quite well to their training.
(Private Secretary to H.R.H.)
p.s. She thinks she will stay here permanently.
Since this was written Misty, who is 15 and on thyroid tablets twice a day, went missing. It was during the very cold snap we had back in February. The village and countryside was searched and posters were put up. There was one possible sighting on a farm about a mile away over a very busy main road. This was worrying as Misty had not even gone out of her garden up to this point. The farmer put out food and kept a lookout but although the food was taken he did not see the cat again.
After a week and although not giving up hope, there was more news. Misty had been seen on another farm, back on her side of the main road, but someway from her home. Fortunately by this time the whole area was looking for her so she was scooped up and taken back to her home to the relief of her owner.
Misty seems none the worse for her ordeal and we will never know why she wandered off. Since returning she has become a lap cat and only briefly goes into the garden.
One lucky puss cat
Remember these kittens, Fluffy & Sooty, who back in July 2004 went off to make a new life for themselves with Rebecca. The story has unfolded over the years and for Fluff it has reached a climax this year. They are both family pets and enjoy the freedom of the garden and house. They have also had a few setbacks but each time they bounce back.
Rebecca and her father take these cats to cat shows and over the 4 years, between them they have won or been placed regularly.
Recently Fluff went to the Coventry and Leicester cat show and did very well! He came second in his open class and won several other classes. He was also awarded the title of master cat! and is now officially " master cat Fluffy"! The picture below is of him with his medal
And so the story continues.
Since being made Master cat Fluffy he has come runner up in the Kitzyme Purrrfect Cat of the Year. Rebecca had to write a short story explaining why she though Fluff deserved the award. Her story is below.
Fluff is much-loved household pet that enjoys his freedom to roam and comes and goes via the cat flap
A year ago he went missing. We searched for him everywhere but for 10 days there was no sign of him. Then, one night we heard the cat flap click – but no cat appeared. We opened the door and found Fluff lying there panting. exhausted and in obvious distress. He was too weak to get through the cat flap and when we attempted to lift him it was clear that he was badly hurt. The Vet found that he had broken his leg, hip and fractured his pelvis. He had probably been hit by a car and was lucky to be alive. How that cat had managed to drag himself home in such a pitiful condition is a testament to his courage, loyalty and fortitude.
The Vet operated and did a great job. Fluff was housebound for three months but eventually made a full recovery. His lovely thick, silky lustrous fur took a lot longer to regrow but he recently successfully competed at the Supreme Show and was placed second. He is a truly, brave and exceptional puss.
An amazing story and below are 2 photos. One of Fluffy in the garden and one with Rebecca with her lovely cat Fluff and his medal.
Java has settled down with us very well and we are enjoying having him to share our home. He ventures into the garden every day but so far has not gone far or stayed out very long, but who can blame him when the weather is cold, wet and windy! He has chosen his favourite sleeping places (armchair in the living room and sofa in the dining room) and so far has completely ignored his own pet bed.
He enjoys a game of chasing a furry ball on a string and also chases his own tail. He has a healthy appetite and has made it clear that he prefers ‘Whiskas’! Our boys (aged 13 and 17) enjoy his company and like to help look after him.
Dear Avon Cat Rescue,
Thank you for looking after us while we found a new home but we don’t miss the centre! Our new home is a lovely cottage surrounded by fields. We have lots of rooms to roam around in and big comfy sofas to sleep on all day (Minstrel has taken ownership of the armchair). We have only been here a couple of weeks and are still a little unsure of the garden but I’m sure it will be great fun when we do venture out and there’ll be plenty of space!
Our new mum is feeding us well, although she keeps saying we might have to go on something called a diet!? I like my food so I’m not very keen on that idea! I love a good stroke and I get to play a lot, Minstrel likes his own space a bit more, he’s not really into his cuddles (he doesn’t know what he’s missing!) but he’s also very happy in our new home. I have discovered this amazing thing called the television, it is fascinating to watch and I’m particularly a fan of Coronation Street.
Every morning I go and wake my new mum up by jumping onto her bed. Sometimes she likes it and lets me stay there but she can be a little grumpy in the morning, a bit like Minstrel! We both think we’ll be very happy here in our cottage and would like to thank the rescue centre again for looKing after us and helping us find the right home. We also hope that our old friends can be as happy as us.
Lots of love
Thomas and Minstrel X
We brought Harry back for the first time in Juyl and he spent the entire day on the move and exploring. We opened up the house to him slowly and planned to introduce him to the garden gradually. Harry, however, had other ideas, and after a week he managed to get through an earthenware jug, a DIY manual, taped down cardboard AND two fiddly locks on the catflap that even I have trouble with in his bid for freedom. I came down in the morning surprised that he hadn’t already woken me, only to find him on the other side of the glass door wide eyed and up a tree!
Harry is an absolutely wonderful cat; a real cool customer but he also loves cuddles and fuss. He is talkative and naturally very gentle. He never bites or scratches. Harry is everything we could have wanted and I’d like to thank you for giving us the care of this wonderful addition to our household.
p.s. Top tip to playful or housebound cat owners – you cannot beat a cork on a smooth or hardwood surface; it keeps them occupied for hours and you don’t have to run about like a madman.
