Adoption Stories
News from 2 kittens, now named Rio and Mio
15.06.2018
Hi,
we are Rio and Mio and we’ve found a new family last Wednesday. Our new parents, Herbert and Michael, spend a lot of time with us, since we’re very adventurous and good climbers.
We couldn’t hold back to look out of the bag when we were brought to our new home in Ghaxaq by car and we didn’t like to spend the first the hours in the bathroom (how boring!), as we got used to our new home and family very fast.
A few hours later we already had an ‘AAA’-pass - ‘Access All Areas’ and we use this opportunity a lot. We love to run up and down and sometimes we fight a bit like all male kittens love to do.
If Herbert and Michael call us, we listen and go for getting cuddled. But that’s not enough so we also look for them on our own and start purring loudly as soon as we enter the room.
They bought us a nice cat bed which we use from time to time, but like any other cats we prefer finding our own favourite places to sleep.
Sometimes we sleep next to them in the big bed, sometimes we love to take a nap underneath the stairs on stored suitcases.
But most of the time we are full of energy and very playful.
We hope that our two remaining kitten siblings in the sanctuary find a place like ours. We are sure that they will be as playful, outgoing, impatient and loving as we are :)
19.06.2018
Note from the editor:
Rio & Mio's two remaining kitten siblings were homed TOGETHER. Thank you to all who gift a happy and secure life to our kittens!!
15.06.2018
we are Rio and Mio and we’ve found a new family last Wednesday. Our new parents, Herbert and Michael, spend a lot of time with us, since we’re very adventurous and good climbers.
We couldn’t hold back to look out of the bag when we were brought to our new home in Ghaxaq by car and we didn’t like to spend the first the hours in the bathroom (how boring!), as we got used to our new home and family very fast.
A few hours later we already had an ‘AAA’-pass - ‘Access All Areas’ and we use this opportunity a lot. We love to run up and down and sometimes we fight a bit like all male kittens love to do.
If Herbert and Michael call us, we listen and go for getting cuddled. But that’s not enough so we also look for them on our own and start purring loudly as soon as we enter the room.
They bought us a nice cat bed which we use from time to time, but like any other cats we prefer finding our own favourite places to sleep.
Sometimes we sleep next to them in the big bed, sometimes we love to take a nap underneath the stairs on stored suitcases.
But most of the time we are full of energy and very playful.
We hope that our two remaining kitten siblings in the sanctuary find a place like ours. We are sure that they will be as playful, outgoing, impatient and loving as we are :)
19.06.2018
Note from the editor:
Rio & Mio's two remaining kitten siblings were homed TOGETHER. Thank you to all who gift a happy and secure life to our kittens!!
15.06.2018
Poppy's Palace Gardens
31.05.2018
Lazy day in Norfolk
To keep up with Queenie in Bavaria and the Csaf Cats enjoying sunshine in Malta, Poppy sent us a picture from Norfolk. Cats are just little people in fur coats and she is the Princess of her family!
Royal News
14.05.2018
Power girl Queenie reports that she getting used to her vet outings for ear treatment. To make up for them she spends time in her garden, soaking up the sunshine, smelling the flowers, listening to birds. Her adopted German sister and Spanish brothers will come up for little kisses which Queenie receives most graciously. Despite her blindness she always manages to find her water bowl.
From the garden she is exploring pateo and house. She climbs on benches and tries out resting places of the other Cats. They do NOT object ;-)
In the evening Mum carries her up to her room, with Queenie holding on to her shoulder tight. She does not always use the litter tray when indoors, - her Mummy understands.
Kind regards to ALL!!!!!!! who remember & Best of luck to the 300 Csaf Sanctuary Cats
from Queenie
From the garden she is exploring pateo and house. She climbs on benches and tries out resting places of the other Cats. They do NOT object ;-)
In the evening Mum carries her up to her room, with Queenie holding on to her shoulder tight. She does not always use the litter tray when indoors, - her Mummy understands.
Kind regards to ALL!!!!!!! who remember & Best of luck to the 300 Csaf Sanctuary Cats
from Queenie
ELLA sleeping beautifully
13.05.2018 (Mothers' Day!!!)
Inspired by Timmy, Ella sent us pictures of her multi-tasking: Beauty sleep as well as study support for her busy Mummy. Please note hat her pillow matches her nose. ......
Ella chose her Mum herself, as she knew she would need very special care all her life. Her health has never been 100% and every 2 weeks she sees the vet to check everything over and make sure there’s no deterioration. Cats have Guardian Angels too!
TIMMY sleeping weird
11.05.2018
Timmy at home, happily demonstrating his weirdest sleeping positions. Rest is best!!!!
Mail from POPPY
01.05.2018
We have just received the following message via our British Connection:
"Just wanted to let you know I am fine.
I am taken to regular visits to the vet and my urine samples, blood pressure and blood tests are all ok!
I'm still on tablets to help my kidneys . My Mum says that I have my off-days, but I am a little fighter and very much loved!
The special food is doing me good. I did put on weight and am now 2.7 kilos (up from 2.1 kilos ).
Today it's really cold outside and I'm loving the wood burner.
All the best to Cats & carers,
Poppy"
We are very happy to read such good news and would like to thank Poppy's "parents" for doing such a great job.
"Just wanted to let you know I am fine.
I am taken to regular visits to the vet and my urine samples, blood pressure and blood tests are all ok!
I'm still on tablets to help my kidneys . My Mum says that I have my off-days, but I am a little fighter and very much loved!
The special food is doing me good. I did put on weight and am now 2.7 kilos (up from 2.1 kilos ).
Today it's really cold outside and I'm loving the wood burner.
All the best to Cats & carers,
Poppy"
We are very happy to read such good news and would like to thank Poppy's "parents" for doing such a great job.
Oscar, at home in Hamrun
15.04.2018
"Oscar is doing very well"
Nania, found her new home in March!
14.04.2018
Poppy's progress, love and patience and Smokey
09/03/2018
Inseparable OLIVER + POPPY
POPPY and her companion are two love birds. They follow each other everywhere! This morning it's snowing and they love to look at the birds eating the seeds
Poppy was once a bewildered lost and lightweight little Persian, abandoned by her owners, possibly because her kidneys playing up. Thankfully she was picked up from the street by a caring feeder.
After several unsuccessful, unhappy and unsettling attempts to home her she finally found owners who wanted to help not despite, but because of her problems.
They met in October and now, four months later, she has overcome her kidney and related litter problem. She is now a cherished house cat and her owners' pride and joy.
With an adopted cat, especially with a sensitive confused Persian we need not only LOVE but also A LOT OF PATIENCE. We cannot expect immediate trust, immediate adjustment, immediate best behaviour.....
Which brings us to Smokey. Smokey was picked up on Monday in the evening traffic in the middle (!!!) of the road outside St Edward's school by a local feeder.
Smokey is completely bewildered, very slow and opens his mouth like a fish crying silently. As he is possibly not neutered nor had blood tests yet, he is still caged and VERY unhappy. Only when we take him out for a little walk in the enclosure he perks up A BIT, but sprays everywhere to give himself confidence amongst the many unknown Sanctuary cats. He eats very little though he is a big boy. Very easy to handle (still) and obviously a house cat thrown out, perhaps because sick.....
We have no idea how old he is .... yet.
Will their story inspire YOU to offer a lonely stray the loving and caring home every cat deserves?ves?
After several unsuccessful, unhappy and unsettling attempts to home her she finally found owners who wanted to help not despite, but because of her problems.
They met in October and now, four months later, she has overcome her kidney and related litter problem. She is now a cherished house cat and her owners' pride and joy.
With an adopted cat, especially with a sensitive confused Persian we need not only LOVE but also A LOT OF PATIENCE. We cannot expect immediate trust, immediate adjustment, immediate best behaviour.....
Which brings us to Smokey. Smokey was picked up on Monday in the evening traffic in the middle (!!!) of the road outside St Edward's school by a local feeder.
Smokey is completely bewildered, very slow and opens his mouth like a fish crying silently. As he is possibly not neutered nor had blood tests yet, he is still caged and VERY unhappy. Only when we take him out for a little walk in the enclosure he perks up A BIT, but sprays everywhere to give himself confidence amongst the many unknown Sanctuary cats. He eats very little though he is a big boy. Very easy to handle (still) and obviously a house cat thrown out, perhaps because sick.....
We have no idea how old he is .... yet.
Will their story inspire YOU to offer a lonely stray the loving and caring home every cat deserves?ves?
News from Queenie
Update 13.03.2018
Queenie's first visit to her new garden in Germany
"[06:57, 10/01/2018] My dearest Queenie,
It has been an honour and a pleasure looking after you while you have waited patiently for the home you so completely and utterly deserve.
You have been through so much hardship, so many sweltering heats, and so many blistering colds, but even after so many years of this hardship, you are still the most cuddly loving wonderful girl I’ve had the luxury to foster.
I hope your new life in Germany is everything that pussy cats only dream of... I cried last night when you left, not from sadness, but from overwhelming emotion at the concept of the wonderful new life and adventures that await you.
Good luck my darling, I know your carer will hold your paw and be the sight you don’t have, all the way to your new life.
All my love,
Your temporary mum, B x"
It has been an honour and a pleasure looking after you while you have waited patiently for the home you so completely and utterly deserve.
You have been through so much hardship, so many sweltering heats, and so many blistering colds, but even after so many years of this hardship, you are still the most cuddly loving wonderful girl I’ve had the luxury to foster.
I hope your new life in Germany is everything that pussy cats only dream of... I cried last night when you left, not from sadness, but from overwhelming emotion at the concept of the wonderful new life and adventures that await you.
Good luck my darling, I know your carer will hold your paw and be the sight you don’t have, all the way to your new life.
All my love,
Your temporary mum, B x"
Above is the message from Queenie's fosterer when she set out for flight KM 0306 early on Wednesday morning. She travelled like a Queen indeed, in the spacious new bag from her foster mum and equipped with everything a cat might need on a journey. Two Csaf committee members took us to the airport and when boarding the plane Air Malta had given us a complete row of seats to spread out on.
So we travelled most comfortably, calm and collected
On arrival in Munich airport unfazed Queenie drank water from her dish and we met her new parents refreshed and alert.
They had been hoping to welcome Queenie at Christmas, however vaccinations and health issues had postponed departure. Fortunately Queenie had friends. They understood that her destiny hung in the balance and offered to devote their Christmas break and warm home to get the Queen ready for launch.
Queenie continued to hope and cooperate. Having returned in late autumn from her first home back to the Sanctuary, she adapted to her foster home, then went on a flight and now was ready to meet her new family in Germany.
Who says cats or seniors find it difficult to adapt?
Queenie has finally arrived . With a cat loving, retired couple she resides in her own sunny, south facing room.A low toddler gate in the door is enabling her to the smell and hear what is going on in the rest of the house and respectful contact with the 3 other family cats . There are handsome chocolate coloured Nino and gregarious, stump tailed, incontinent ginger Lucky from Spain, who both escaped death narrowly. Their eyes, face and bodies show that they have a story to tell. And sweet, old, black and white Rosa rescued by German cat carers from the harsh conditions of a Bavarian farm in winter.
They all are lovingly and expertly cared for and in beautiful condition. It was baffling how calmly and unperturbed they took note of the new arrival. Lucky came up to the bars and observed for a while, then left, Rosa keeps watching from a distance. For all of them it was very obviously business as usual.
In the mean time Queenie has been to the vet and is getting her bearings. Food and water she discovered straight away, the first night was spent on exploring her new room and by now she is using her litter box fairly (!) regularly. When there are accidents, her blanket gets dried by the underfloor heating and is washed daily, as well as the floor....
Her parents call her her sunshine and are touched by her affection.
Love is universal.
So we travelled most comfortably, calm and collected
On arrival in Munich airport unfazed Queenie drank water from her dish and we met her new parents refreshed and alert.
They had been hoping to welcome Queenie at Christmas, however vaccinations and health issues had postponed departure. Fortunately Queenie had friends. They understood that her destiny hung in the balance and offered to devote their Christmas break and warm home to get the Queen ready for launch.
Queenie continued to hope and cooperate. Having returned in late autumn from her first home back to the Sanctuary, she adapted to her foster home, then went on a flight and now was ready to meet her new family in Germany.
Who says cats or seniors find it difficult to adapt?
Queenie has finally arrived . With a cat loving, retired couple she resides in her own sunny, south facing room.A low toddler gate in the door is enabling her to the smell and hear what is going on in the rest of the house and respectful contact with the 3 other family cats . There are handsome chocolate coloured Nino and gregarious, stump tailed, incontinent ginger Lucky from Spain, who both escaped death narrowly. Their eyes, face and bodies show that they have a story to tell. And sweet, old, black and white Rosa rescued by German cat carers from the harsh conditions of a Bavarian farm in winter.
They all are lovingly and expertly cared for and in beautiful condition. It was baffling how calmly and unperturbed they took note of the new arrival. Lucky came up to the bars and observed for a while, then left, Rosa keeps watching from a distance. For all of them it was very obviously business as usual.
In the mean time Queenie has been to the vet and is getting her bearings. Food and water she discovered straight away, the first night was spent on exploring her new room and by now she is using her litter box fairly (!) regularly. When there are accidents, her blanket gets dried by the underfloor heating and is washed daily, as well as the floor....
Her parents call her her sunshine and are touched by her affection.
Love is universal.
The British Connection
Poppy Ready for Change
CSAF Cats treasure a very special relationship with British tourists. Tourists who look, care, act and persevere when a cat is in need.
Poor, skinny Popsy rescued from Popeye Village by a courageous British lady and supporting family is doing well. He gradually managed to increase in both body weight and confidence in the human race. Popsy still is overcome with fear at times. Especially when food is being offered he is visibly torn between temptation and the urge to flee, however, he has learnt that CSAF carers are not after his life. His gingivitis is monitored and much improved. Popsy himself has been working hard at familiarizing himself with cats and carers. Baby steps....And an enormous THANK YOU to a family who noticed a starving cat, paralyzed by fear, and cared!
Lucky, cuddly Amu who shot out of a drain pipe into a major road was picked up by a British couple from Berkshire. What would you do with a handful of ginger and white, with a nursing kitten, in the heat and stillness of the early afternoon on the last day of your holidays?.
Undeterred and determined they started their drawn out quest through the Three Cities, from a police station they were finally sent to the Sanctuary where at last they sat down with tiny Amu trustingly snuggling into their hand.
As Sanctuary conditions are too harsh for milking kittens, Amu found refuge with a fosterer who provided the 24/7 high quality care which bottle feeding, orphaned and traumatised kittens require. As he grew stronger he shared a cage with rescued ginger baby Jody. They had regular outings to the Happy Paws clinic and into the fosterer's family life.
When they transferred back to the Sanctuary together, both were fit, alert, socialized, beautiful and hoping for adoption. As there were quite a few kitten contenders they had to be patient for a while. Friday, 20th October turned out to be their big day: Amu and Jody were homed
TOGETHER.
That Amu survived his precarious slide into the dangerous big world outside, that he was invited into a loving home and is growing up with a playmate was only possible because of his British guardian angels. As they also provided CSAF with the exact location of the deadly exit, it could be made safe for Amu's siblings.To what lengths would we be prepared to go to save a cat on the last day of our holidays?
Again it was the last day of their holiday when another cat loving British couple decided to visit the Sanctuary. Talking to all and admiring all they were greeted and followed by a steadily growing company of cats. Curious and bold ones attaching themselves firmly, pretty and playful ones seeking their attention. When after about an hour they had almost finished their tour it happened: their eyes met the steady gaze of a small, black, lonely Persian.
It was a fateful encounter. Over the last seven years the couple had already adopted two strays in need from Sliema. Phone calls were made, credentials were given.
They knew the procedures, they were aware of the staggering costs. That the feather light Persian stray had already been adopted twice and returned because she did not use the litter tray and that she had a kidney condition only furthered her case in the eyes of her new "parents". She was named Poppy and it was not a case of good-bye, but rather see-you-soon.
And Poppy understood. Whenever the vet visited to chip or to vaccinate, Poppy was waiting. When a month before departure she moved to a fosterer to avoid last minute infection she started using her litter tray. When it was time to transfer to the travel box Poppy was ready and calm. And when she finally met her family at the Gatwick Animal Reception Centre she was curiously craning her neck, ready for cuddles and a snack.
CSAF Cats gratefully and proudly acknowledge their British connection.
Three Men and A Cat
The happy homing of Coober the Cat on the Feast of St Marija.
A father and his sons came to choose a cat, but Coober chose them!!
When "his" men visited for the first time, he firmly attached himself and followed and followed and followed...The next time he was waiting eagerly for them to return with the family for approval.
They told Coober they would come to fetch him on the Feast! For Coober the Feast of Assumption will always be the day his new life began! How fitting for Coober to celebrate his new birthday on the same day we celebrate Our Lady’s Assumption and the arrival of the Allied Convoy during WWII. He will surely celebrate alongside his new family with deep appreciation in years to come.
Coober waited patiently in his enclosure on the Feast. No outing into the surroundings. He was calmly waiting for his men to come for him.
When they arrived he sat next to the door. He was ready. Everything was in perfect, almost uncanny agreement. He happily got into and settled proudly in HIS brand new cat carrier. Carers commented that they had never witnessed such a matter of fact transfer into a cat box. This was meant to be!
His new human brother took care of him while cats and carers waved good bye. A new start into a new life! A second, once in a million chance for an adult cat.
We hear from the family that Coober settled in happily on the bed as soon as he arrived home! A fellow creature for two boys to grow up with, learning to be caring, responsible citizens of our planet.
Wouldn't you like to change lives as well?
A father and his sons came to choose a cat, but Coober chose them!!
When "his" men visited for the first time, he firmly attached himself and followed and followed and followed...The next time he was waiting eagerly for them to return with the family for approval.
They told Coober they would come to fetch him on the Feast! For Coober the Feast of Assumption will always be the day his new life began! How fitting for Coober to celebrate his new birthday on the same day we celebrate Our Lady’s Assumption and the arrival of the Allied Convoy during WWII. He will surely celebrate alongside his new family with deep appreciation in years to come.
Coober waited patiently in his enclosure on the Feast. No outing into the surroundings. He was calmly waiting for his men to come for him.
When they arrived he sat next to the door. He was ready. Everything was in perfect, almost uncanny agreement. He happily got into and settled proudly in HIS brand new cat carrier. Carers commented that they had never witnessed such a matter of fact transfer into a cat box. This was meant to be!
His new human brother took care of him while cats and carers waved good bye. A new start into a new life! A second, once in a million chance for an adult cat.
We hear from the family that Coober settled in happily on the bed as soon as he arrived home! A fellow creature for two boys to grow up with, learning to be caring, responsible citizens of our planet.
Wouldn't you like to change lives as well?
Nails
The gentile life of a tough street cat
Nails was a street cat, thin with a dirty coat and an ear infection. A kind volunteer from The C.S.A.F helped me to catch him and have him neutered. He was De-flead , wormed and had his ear treated.
12 months on he is a happy, big white cat that is very good company and my best friend.
I would like to thank the C.S.A.F for all the work that is done for lost cats and let others know how rewarding it is to have a rescue cat when a cat is neutered he will not wonder from home and will be healthy and happy.
12 months on he is a happy, big white cat that is very good company and my best friend.
I would like to thank the C.S.A.F for all the work that is done for lost cats and let others know how rewarding it is to have a rescue cat when a cat is neutered he will not wonder from home and will be healthy and happy.
The Diary of the Sultaness of the Van
the adoption chronicles of Kikina, a rags to riches kitten.
Chapter 1,
The Beginning
Kikina found us! She came out of the rocks along a fairly busy road and asked for food. A confident very young cat, extremely pretty, very sweet and markedly fond of men. There was no triangle in her left ear. An un-neutered female loose on Bormla’s roads. Did she have a home or feeder? Was she lost and missed? Under her silky coat we felt large lumps of matted hair. She definitely needed help with her grooming.
While Kikina was happy to receive attention, a cage and food were borrowed from the nearby CSAF Sanctuary. It was not difficult to persuade the cat into the cage. It would be more difficult to get her admitted into the sanctuary. The carers there were already stretched to their limits during the height of the kitten season. More cats need more carers!
However, any stray is allowed to stay a few days until neutered.
When she was accepted for a longer stay we were more than happy to pay the admission charge, intended to cover at least part of Kikina‘s expenses: her daily food, vet expenses, litter, cleaning her cage, the enclosure and the grounds in which she played, documentation and book keeping. We cared for her as much as possible ourselves in the sanctuary, feeding and cleaning out her cage at least once a day.
Unable to disentangle the may lumps in her badly matted coat we had her very professionally groomed. It was not easy! Kikina screamed, fought and hissed with great determination. However through the glass door I witnessed that she was handled with gentle, kind and calm expertise. Once out Kikina vigorously shook herself and then licked what was left of her coat into perfection
After recovery and with excellent results from her blood works Kikina gradually familiarised herself with the sanctuary. Three weeks after her arrival she got free admittance to the grounds….
The Beginning
Kikina found us! She came out of the rocks along a fairly busy road and asked for food. A confident very young cat, extremely pretty, very sweet and markedly fond of men. There was no triangle in her left ear. An un-neutered female loose on Bormla’s roads. Did she have a home or feeder? Was she lost and missed? Under her silky coat we felt large lumps of matted hair. She definitely needed help with her grooming.
While Kikina was happy to receive attention, a cage and food were borrowed from the nearby CSAF Sanctuary. It was not difficult to persuade the cat into the cage. It would be more difficult to get her admitted into the sanctuary. The carers there were already stretched to their limits during the height of the kitten season. More cats need more carers!
However, any stray is allowed to stay a few days until neutered.
When she was accepted for a longer stay we were more than happy to pay the admission charge, intended to cover at least part of Kikina‘s expenses: her daily food, vet expenses, litter, cleaning her cage, the enclosure and the grounds in which she played, documentation and book keeping. We cared for her as much as possible ourselves in the sanctuary, feeding and cleaning out her cage at least once a day.
Unable to disentangle the may lumps in her badly matted coat we had her very professionally groomed. It was not easy! Kikina screamed, fought and hissed with great determination. However through the glass door I witnessed that she was handled with gentle, kind and calm expertise. Once out Kikina vigorously shook herself and then licked what was left of her coat into perfection
After recovery and with excellent results from her blood works Kikina gradually familiarised herself with the sanctuary. Three weeks after her arrival she got free admittance to the grounds….
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Chapter2,
Living Arrangements
Once Kikina was neutered, groomed and seemed settled in the Sanctuary it was time for vaccinations. To avoid complications it is important to keep the stress level low so the vet came to the cat. Kikina stayed calm and behaved reasonably well, much better than at the groomers. After the booster and with a vaccination record we hoped to have set her up for a reasonably safe life
Kikina neither was nor is a cuddly, gentle or overtly affectionate cat. She does not climb on our lap or sits purring in it. For months she did NOT enjoy being touched, groomed or stroked. However, this is very gradually changing. Kikina is a tomboy who loves to play rough, run, hide and jump out to surprise us. We still have not managed to teach her that our hands are not her toys, but we live in hope. Kikina never tried to win our hearts with gentleness, rather with her amazing loyalty. Whenever we entered the sanctuary, there was our little whirlwind. She watched us, followed us round and always stayed within our view until we left. Kikina obviously felt a bond. She ate more to please us than because she wanted food. We upgraded our offerings.
Living Arrangements
Once Kikina was neutered, groomed and seemed settled in the Sanctuary it was time for vaccinations. To avoid complications it is important to keep the stress level low so the vet came to the cat. Kikina stayed calm and behaved reasonably well, much better than at the groomers. After the booster and with a vaccination record we hoped to have set her up for a reasonably safe life
Kikina neither was nor is a cuddly, gentle or overtly affectionate cat. She does not climb on our lap or sits purring in it. For months she did NOT enjoy being touched, groomed or stroked. However, this is very gradually changing. Kikina is a tomboy who loves to play rough, run, hide and jump out to surprise us. We still have not managed to teach her that our hands are not her toys, but we live in hope. Kikina never tried to win our hearts with gentleness, rather with her amazing loyalty. Whenever we entered the sanctuary, there was our little whirlwind. She watched us, followed us round and always stayed within our view until we left. Kikina obviously felt a bond. She ate more to please us than because she wanted food. We upgraded our offerings.
Big Chikku of Bormla.
Enter big Chikku of Bormla, former street cat and our first and foremost sanctuary charge. It was in the sanctuary that their paths crossed and he will remain an important factor regarding her future. We always fed the two together. In 2015 a deep-rooted tumor had literally grown out of Chikku’s left ear. In great pain he had asked for and received shelter and help. Sanctuary staff had taken him to a vet who had suggested to remove the tumor and ear canal. We had offered to do the aftercare „at home“. Home was our boat, but Chikku had not minded. He, the vet and we had all been fighting for his life.
After intensive recovery care Chikku had felt strong enough to claim freedom and independence. But the increasing traffic in the center of Bormla made the streets no longer safe for a 12 year old, half deaf tom. As Chikku determinedly craved the outdoors, the sanctuary was the perfect compromise. There Chikku did not feel confined and roamed free, but safe from cars. He had always liked his food and he definitely liked the CSAF buffett. Considering his age and previous status as lone local hero, Chikku adjusted well to sharing life with 250 companions.
Kikina on the other hand was still young and seemed sufficiently adaptable to settle in a home. The sanctuary is meant for cats who cannot fend for themselves. Decision time. Should we offer Kikina up for adoption? Kikina obviously felt that we three belonged together. We felt the same, so in June we took Kikina „home“.
Home in the summer is our boat, but Kikina did not mind either. She seems to adapt to most environments and immediately became a happy boat cat. She spent her time watching fish, life on the pontoon, passing boats and passers-by, sleeping on and under deck or hiding under the dinghi.
After intensive recovery care Chikku had felt strong enough to claim freedom and independence. But the increasing traffic in the center of Bormla made the streets no longer safe for a 12 year old, half deaf tom. As Chikku determinedly craved the outdoors, the sanctuary was the perfect compromise. There Chikku did not feel confined and roamed free, but safe from cars. He had always liked his food and he definitely liked the CSAF buffett. Considering his age and previous status as lone local hero, Chikku adjusted well to sharing life with 250 companions.
Kikina on the other hand was still young and seemed sufficiently adaptable to settle in a home. The sanctuary is meant for cats who cannot fend for themselves. Decision time. Should we offer Kikina up for adoption? Kikina obviously felt that we three belonged together. We felt the same, so in June we took Kikina „home“.
Home in the summer is our boat, but Kikina did not mind either. She seems to adapt to most environments and immediately became a happy boat cat. She spent her time watching fish, life on the pontoon, passing boats and passers-by, sleeping on and under deck or hiding under the dinghi.
Chikku, fast asleep after another surgery.
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Kikina being lulled to sleep by the motion of the boat
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