Robin Olson's blog

Wow!

...lots of things have been going on here in Covered in Cat Hair Land. Adoptions, rescues, transports, bathing (cat baths, not people though we DO tend to shower here, daily, usually)

I'm going to catch everyone up. Bear with me it will take a few days, but here's a start.

First up. Wanna help rescue animals but don't have any way to foster in your home?

GOT A CAR?

GOT AN HOUR OR TWO?

GREAT!

Sign up to be part of On The Road Again "a volunteer animal transport group dedicated to aiding rescue animals in moving to their forever/foster homes. We combine over-the-road truck drivers, pilot cars and personal vehicle transporters for quicker and more efficient transport of our furkids."

This past weekend, Sam and I picked up SIX Brittany Spaniel puppies that were being transported from Tennessee to Connecticut! LOTS of folks volunteered to care for these dogs, each one driving between 50 and 100 miles, where they would meet the next driver and hand off the pups.

Look at these guys!

I didn't even KNOW what a Brittany looked like. These guys were all adorable, sweet natured and, thankfully, quiet! Even though Sam and I are both allergic to dogs, their transport route went by our home, so we had to jump in and help. It was made more exciting because we were also the last leg of the trip—which was ON TIME! Imagine that long of a drive being so perfectly timed? I can't, but it worked great, everyone was really nice and the trip perfectly co-ordinated.

In the hour we had together, I fell completely in love with these dogs. What was so strange to me is that I've been around cats so much, that being with dogs was a big shock. If we had been in a car with six cats it would have been insane! These guys just napped and softly nibbled my fingers. They also responded to me talking to them and we all know that cats will take a message and get back to you, instead of pay any attention!

No, I'm not going to give up on cats, but, um, now I want a GOGGIE!

So get off your butt. Sign up with On the Road Again and make a difference in animals lives!

HALP! HALP! I'm out of cat food!

This, just in. If you're in the area of Dinwiddie VA (Below Richmond VA), a
dog got lost in transport!!

Doris  wrote:

PLEASE CROSS POST

DOG LOST FROM TRANSPORT IN Dinwiddie VA (Below Richmond VA)

She is a Miniature Schnauzer. 
She has on no collar. She is a Mill Dog and was being 
transported to her Foster Home.

If you can help look for her now in Dinwiddie VA or know of
anyone that can help please call Bonnie at 609 206-5268

Thank you,
Board of PuppyMill Rescue.com 

...another ass wipe onto the nice green Duvet!

Thank you, Nicky!

Last night LuLu was reunited with her brother, Sammy. Our Director, had Sammy in foster care at her home, but Sammy wasn't doing too well on his own and I realized that LuLu, though making progress, was suffering from something, as well. She was friendly to me but she was just limp. She didn't play much, if at all. I couldn't get her to eat unless I sat with her. Clearly, something was wrong, but I feared she was ill.

I called M. and she was having the same concerns with her foster kitten. We both agreed to reunite the kittens as soon as possible. Within a few hours, the kittens were back together in my home.

I was VERY pleased to see that after a quick hiss, the kittens knew each other and snuggled up right away. I saw huge changes in LuLu. First, she ate for me. Once she saw Sammy gobbling up food, she joined him and they both ate well.

This morning, LuLu wanted to PLAY! She gained so much confidence, just overnight that I was stunned. Clearly, she needed her brother. Just being there, gave her the freedom to quickly dash in and out of her dog crate to play outside the crate walls. She climbed a bit and used one of the cardboard scratchers. She seemed to truly be enjoying herself, while her brother calmly looked on.

This is the sort of thing I live for-knowing I'm helping make a difference in getting a kitten off to a good start. Now, I feel like I can make some progress on the road to getting these two a forever home!

This is my Mother, Judith. She was one of a kind.

Happy Mother's Day, Mother.

We just got back from visiting OC. He's doing well and his back is healing nicely. He hasn't had his dental yet, but will soon. We gave him a mousey toy covered in cat nip (of course!), which he liked to sniff, but he certainly preferred being petted or held. He has a quiet, but sweet purr.

It's too early to make any declarations that OC is spoken for, but, at least, a potential adopter is considering coming to visit him today! Cross your paws or fingers for OC. Hope he finds his way to a loving home soon!

I just wanted to update everyone and let you know that I don't have any word on Orange Cat today. I'm very pleased that so many folks have written, expressing their love and concern for both OC and his former owner. It's just one of thousands of sad stories across this country, but that doesn't diminish the sharp pain of this situation for all involved.

I can tell you that OC was slated to have his broken tooth removed yesterday. Not sure if that was done yet or not. I can also add that I'll be going over to pick up some meds for my kitties today, so I will stop by and visit OC while I'm there-if I won't be in the way.

Until then, I'll keep hoping we find a good home for this sweet kitty. Please contact me if you want to know more about how you can adopt or foster Orange Cat!

This is one of the saddest things I've ever read. I can feel this person's pain in giving up their companion, Scotch. They must have really been in a tough place to have to make such a decision. At least he or she was compassionate enough to hope that by leaving their cat in a crate by the door of my Vet's office that he would take in this homeless cat and give him the care and shelter he desperately needs. I'm really proud of everyone at my Vet's office for going out of their way to give this guy the medical attention and love he needs.

I realize you could look at this note and think that the person who wrote it was cruel, but I don't believe that. I believe they didn't realize they could ask for help and that there are many people who could have stepped in so this person didn't have to lose their beloved friend.

If I could talk to this person, I'd tell them that their cat is being looked after. His broken tooth will be removed and his bad allergies to something are being treated. In good time and with any luck, he'll be looking great and feeling great, too. If you had to surrender your cat, at least you did what you could to be kind to him, as it's obvious this cat has known love.

Orange Cat, as he is called now, perked up when I first met him. He started to "knead" the floor of his cage before I even petted him. I'm told he would rather be petted than play with any toy. He seems to be very mellow and sweet. He even "chatted" with me a bit when I spoke to him.

Orange Cat is between 8-9 years old. Is neutered and UTD on his shots. He's being treated for dermatitis, which may or may not be something his new owner will have to work with. Other than that, he's robust and sweet and outgoing.

Let's find this Good Boy a home. If you'd like to know more about Orange Cat, or make arrangements to meet him, please use the "Contact Robin Here" link on the bottom left of this page. Orange Cat is located in western CT.

This is my little wild child, LuLu. She's one of five kittens born to a very feral Mama. I don't know the details, but perhaps because Mama wouldn't let anyone NEAR her babies, all the kittens are throwing
hissy fits when humans get close.

Mama has been spayed and released to a loving caretaker, who'll look after her needs for the rest of her life. We've been trying to socialize MaMa's offspring, but they aren't havin' NONE of that!

In hopes that we can turn some of them around, our Director removed the sole female and brought her to me. She seemed the best of the "worst"-having the most potential to be successfully socialized. Her brothers are being worked with, too, but they are so fractious, it doesn't look good. It's Tough Love Boot Camp time!

I don't like to separate kittens, but this little one is already about 10 weeks old. She was spayed yesterday and if I'm going to turn her around, it better be soon. I'm pleased to say that she's already become more relaxed with us and she's even started to purr.

Okay, Sam got her to purr FIRST, but only after I got her warmed up good!

Sadly, LuLu's brothers will probably be released to the same property where their Mama is living. We have some very awesome socializers who feel that they just can't get through to these fellas. It's a shame. LuLu may be the only one of the litter who stands a good chance of living a comfortable life with a good family. Ultimately it's up to her. We'll see how things unfold.