Hi.
I’m Maximus Palmer, and my Mom thought it would be nice if I blogged about my new little brother, Kit-Cat, today.
Yep. Apparently the kid is stickin’ around for good.
I’m not really sure why they wanted me to announce the news though, because…well…the dude sort of weirds me out. I mean, he’s craaaaazy hyper, and according to Mom, his claws are MAD sharp. What’s up with that!? He’s always purring and trying to rub up against me, and he acts like he wants to play with me too, but that is soooo not happening. No way, José. Not with those prickly little paws.
And get this- now that his leg is almost all better, he’s starting to act like he owns the place. Yeah…I know- total weirdo, right? He even took over my spot on the back of the couch for, like, two hours yesterday. The kids got no manners, I tell ya.
And to top it off, he’s even started playing with one of MY toys, too.
Mom says she doesn’t know why I care, because I “haven’t played with it one time” since they bought it for me. But still. It’s mine, and he doesn’t even know how to play with it right anyway. You’re supposed to have someone throw it for you so that you can go fetch it. Kit-Cat just attacks it…
…and lets it attack him.
And stares at it…
And stares with it…
And sometimes, he gets this REAL crazy look in his eyes, and just goes off on it…
Just watching him play exhausts me.
I mean, doesn’t he know that taking naps is where it’s at? Oh well.
His loss.
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PS- Max’s Mom here… 🙂 Just wanted to add that since Max hasn’t been chasing Kit-Cat, and because we’ve got a great/pet-loving house-sitter that will take care of both of our pets when we’re gone, everything is working out just fine.
And a big thanks to everyone who emailed us about adopting him if things hadn’t gone quite as smoothly here with Max. We truly appreciate your kindness and generosity, and we’ll definitely keep you posted on how he’s doing!
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Lindsey
I completely LOVE this post, and all the pix, and my favorite is the last pic of both you and Kit kat looking at the dog. LOVE. IT.
Tina Schiefer
Yay! Kit-Kat looks happy….and Max seems to be O.K. too!
…and let’s not forget MOM. She looks comfy and cozy with BOTH fur-babies…..
Susan
Happy day! Kit Cat + Max + Layla & Kevin = HOME
Barbara F.
Gosh, a post that made me laugh out loud, brought tears to my eyes, and had me “oohhhhing and ahhhhing”, all in a very short period of time – well done Maximus!!!
Funky Junk Interiors
So so sweet! LOVE.
Donna
Sherry@Ties2ThePast
I LOVE happy endings!!
♥’s
Sherry
gwen
Layla, so glad you are keeping kit-cat! love your blog and happy things are going so well for you guys.
janet @ ordinary mom
So happy it all worked out. Sometimes it is the pets that find us instead of the other way around. I know ours did. 🙂
Tanya
I’m so glad you chose to listen to fate’s not so gentle nudge! Kit cat definately belongs with you. I lost my beautiful 15 old dog, my best friend, this week so this truly warms my heart.
xx
Janet
I am sooo happy that you decided to make the kitten your permanent little friend.
Nita {ModVintageLife}
Give a few weeks and I bet they will be best friends. I used to have a cat that my dogs just loved.
Margo
This post made my day! I love happy endings! ♥
Treasia
Aww congratulations on having 2 fur babies. They are both completely adorable. I miss having my little Frisky (cat). However allergies just wouldn’t let me keep him. So I have a sweet little Pom that I adopted from the shelter.
Tery H
That’s great. I thought from the beginning you should keep him. What a lucky cat. Best of luck.
Donna
I am SO glad you and Kevin kept him after saving his life and all….it seemed like he was meant to stay with you! I know he will be loved!
tracyo
I agree Donna! I was getting a little bit upset that you were planning to find him another home Layla! I knew he belonged with you.
Layla
Upset? No! We just wanted to make sure our little crazy little dog didn’t terrorize him and that he had a nice, peaceful life! He certainly deserves it! 😀
Emily Grace
Cute! I love the crazy eye picture. Classic kitty. One of the many reason’s I love them.
Cindy
Layla and Kevin: Kit-Cat could not be in a better home. I love the picture of Maximus napping..priceless. Cindy
Raquel
YOU CRACK ME……LOVE IT!
Betsy (BB)
They seem to find us; don’t they? Your new baby is sooo- cute! Lucky Kitty! I have three inside and care for two ferals outside. I love them all! This is such a cute post!
Kathleen
Oh I”m so glad you’re keeping Kit-Cat.You’re such a good mommy and I look forward to seeing posts on your two fur babies.
kimberly
Aw….I knew that kitty was going to stay with you! Congratulations!
Ashlyn
We have a purebred lab named Jenna and chihuahua/dachshund mix named Max. We love our furry family members! We can’t have cats, my oldest son is allergic but your Kit-Cat is sooooo cute! I’m glad everything worked out. 🙂
Judie
What a happy and purrfect ending to this saga. I am so glad it worked out this way – lucky boy that Kit-Kat!
Sylvia
Surprised? Not me. I knew Kit Cat had his furever home. He and Max are adorable.
Gloria
So nice to see you’ve kept the little cat you’ve saved. Now you and your husband are ” twice” heroes to him: first saving him on the road, and now for giving him a home. I just lost my sweet cat, had to put her to sleep… I just did a post on her and while my own heart is breaking, it’s nice to see your heartwarming story.
Best,
Gloria
Jen Glamour
I am in love with your Kit-Cat, reminds me of my crazy little Lucy Lu who has sharp claws and attacks everything too. Maximus is taking it so well! lol
Emily
We just got a new kitten and our dog is still not sure what to make of her. Your post just cracked my up. I’m sure Norman is thinking the same thing
Jane H
Love the pic of you with both of your “kids” – espeically the loving way that little kitty is looking at you! So glad you are able to keep it, it was meant to be!
cherylK
That is an excellent picture of the three of you. They’re both cute as a bug’s ear. We’ve had cats & dogs in the past who have been best of friends so I think it’s just a matter of time before they’re inseparable! Thank you for sharing this with us.
Lin
Oh so happy for all of ya’ll! I just fell in love with Kit-Cat and would have loved so much to have him. We have 2 Senior pets…a cat and a dog, so not fair to them to add another at this time, He is the cutest cat and your little dog is also. So glad it is all working out. Little animals seem to find us even when we are not looking. God Bless Ya’ll.
mom taxi julie
Awww sweet! I’m glad you decided to keep him and that they are getting a long 🙂
GinaE
Great Post Layla!! Perfect words with perfect pictures. So glad to hear you are keeping Kit-Cat. I always knew you would. Pretty soon he and Max with be best buds.
Robin
Adorable story. It’s amazing how those little critters can squeeze into our lives and make such a joyous impact.
Deb G
Umm, I knew from your first post about this furry guy that he was not going anywhere. He was meant to be yours! He must have had human contact because otherwise he wouldn’t be so friendly and purry. He’s one lucky kitty cat. Bless you for taking such good care of him.
travellingdiva
Awwww what great photos – I just love your poochie – he is the cutest thing…..
Sheila
I’m soooooooo glad you decided to add Kit-Cat to the family. I’m sure Max will be a positive influence on K-C as he grows up! Congrats to the whole family!
charlottekady
great post, glad you are keeping kit cat! love love the picture of Maximus napping! great blog BTW.
Louise
Kit-Cat and Max are so very lucky to have you as parents! Thanks for brightening my days!
Beth@A2Z
So, so cute! Love the pic of Max taking a nap with his hind quarters all jacked up ;).
Paula
I have always been a believer of “Everything happens for a Reason”. It was mean’t for you and Kevin to be at the right place at right time to save him. You’ve become parents of a lovable kitten that will love and treasure both of you and Maxx. Congrat’s !!
JANE CRAWFORD
I’m so glad you decided to keep Kit Kat. We had our Oreo 14 years. He was wonderful with our children and then with the “intruder”, our mini-doxie, Bo. They ended up loving each other. So happy for the addition to you precious family.. And I really love hearing from Maximus. You have a good “voice” for him.
Lisa
Ah! So glad you kept him. 😀
Leone
Cats, especially kittens are soooooo crazy. A lot of fun but man are they mischievous! The picture of Max napping made me LOL. All he needs is a cape. 😀
Amanda
My chihuahua/terrier mix (Emmett) and orange tabby (Max) play together all the time – one chases one, then they turn it around and switch. Jump and tackle. It took awhile, but they’re pretty good buddies now. I hope your Max and Kit-Cat end up with the same kind of friendship. Congrats on the new furbaby!
wilma swank
Hi
I have never responded before but thought I had to tell you we had a cat that looked just like that and we named her kit cat. To me it just fit her .
I so enjoy your blog. You are so talented and beautiful besides. I’m interested in how your adoption plans are going. I hope you comment. on that someday.
Wilma Swank
Layla
HI Wilma! Thank you for the kind comment!
We’ll definitely post an adoption update when we have some news to share! 😀
Liz@HoosierHomemade
Just wanted to pop in and tell you that our kitty came back. Remember, I left a comment on the last Kit-Cat post telling you she had gotten out and had been missing for 2 months. Well, someone found her and called.
She is pretty skinny, but we are fattening her up quickly. We are all so happy to have her back!
Thanks for starting off my Monday with a smile and a little chuckle!
~Liz
Layla
YAY! YAY! YAY! I’m so glad your cat came back, Liz!!! That is AWESOME! 😀
Beverly Palmer
I had a feeling you were going to keep him! I mean, you actually gave him a name instead of calling him “the cat”! ha ha
Dusa
Thought you might appreciate this list as a (new) stray cat owner. http://www.millan.net/funp/100/straycats.html
karla @ bluegrass jewelry designs
So happy that everything worked out and you are able to keep him.
Nancy Luebbers
I had a funny feeling that Kit-Cat would be staying! He’s got a wonderful home! We aquired our “CAT” about a year ago. She was a stray that just wandered up to our front door and wasn’t the least bit afraid of the four barking dogs looking out at her from inside! She now runs the show! Aren’t pets wonderful.
Melissa Miller
Woohoo!!! I’m soooo happy to read the good news. They are precious brothers. Sometimes our pets are meant to find *us*.
Lisa
I’m so glad to hear it worked out for all of you. That’s one lucky Kit-Cat ;)You guys are awesome…