GENERAL

Generally  speaking  I  don't  usually  bitch about the same thing over and over. There's  enough new shit for me to bitch about. HOWEVER now and again crap gets thrown in my face so obviously stupid I  have to point it out and see if anyone has a conscience thought in their head. Autumn the cat I dropped off thin is now fat. How is this possible? When someone or something can't get their own food then it's the person getting them the food that makes them fat. If you buy the cheapest food with little to no nutritional value then when your animal gets sick, you only have yourself to blame. Yes even feeding the best food doesn't  guaranty your pet won't  get sick but it helps. THINK PEOPLE! If your feeding your animal the recommended amount and your animal starts to gain weight then DAH! Cut back on the food. Look into their diet. Is someone else feeding them? Small "TREATS" can be huge in calories. Remember how big you are to your pet. Yes I could loose some weight. I eat like crap. My favorite chef is Boyardee. My favorite cereal has a Captain in the title. But that is only because I'm feeding myself. You may not be able to stop eating ice cream at 3am but you can control your pets diet. But it's such a small amount and they're begging for more. STOP! Grow a spine and feed them properly. If they're to thin give them more, if they're to fat give them less. You don't have to get food from the vet. There are great over the counter foods. Yes your pet may not like the 1st or 2nd you bring home but if you have been feeding them the equivalent of Twinkies they will most likely not be thrilled with a carrot. STOP LOVING YOUR PETS TO DEATH! LITERALLY!

AUTUMN

Autumn is back in the truck. Happy Endings No Kill Cat Shelter still calls her Missy. I hate this name for her! Autumn has fur that mirrors an oak forest in the fall, lots of shades of browns and reds. Autumn has a very unique coloring. They got her fat which is not very appealing on her. She has been around the truck and sat on the dash for a few hours, and now curled up on the bed.

SPATZ

Spatz goes back to Happy Endings No Kill Cat Shelter today. She's not totally ready and still has trust issues but we are leaving on vacation.  Spatz is able to be pet and I'm going to give the shelter the gloves I used so my sent and the smell of cat nip are on them. Spatz loves cat nip so I keep the gloves in a Rubber Maid container with cat nip so at least she likes what is touching her. I really hope the shelter will continue to work with her. They are extremely short handed so just cleaning the cages is tough to get done. The volunteers do a great job but it seems everyone is at their braking point.  When we get back I will be taking another cat that needs work. Spatz is on her way to being someones friend if someone gives her a chance. She enjoys being pet but still lets you know your in her personal space. I've had her with me for almost a year so I hope someone can give her a home.

SPATZ

Spatz is getting friendlier by the day. She still lets me know I'm encroaching on her personal space.  As soon as I start petting her she rubs into my hand. Spatz has a soft steady purr. I'm trying to be more aggressive toward her to make her more used to people approach her.

SPATZ

Spatz has not only begun to purr but actually licked my finger while I petted her. Either she's coming around or luring me in. Only blood will tell.

LITTLE ONE

Little One has been in foster few only 2 weeks and it sounds like she's doing great.  The person that Little One is now living with is taking the time to let her get used to things. Like she did for me Little One is eating like a pig. A matter of fact within a half hour of being there she was eating. When she gains a little more weight her foster person will cut her food back to the recommended amount to maintain Little One's weight. This person is got the carrier out and open just in case Little One needs to hide, but if she does go into the carrier it's not long and she's right back out. The carrier is not in the best of spots but the foster person is dealing with it. The important thing is what Little One needs. The person is moving the carrier an inch at a time to a better location.  I was told Little One has been out and all over the room she is in. The foster person is giving Little One treats and has her almost eating them out of her hand. The person lays down on the floor and talks to Little One and gives her treats when she's in the carrier.  Not very comfortable but again it's about Little One.  Anyone and everyone should learn from this person. It takes time and patience to help a animal get over their fears. I'm so glad Little One is with someone that truly loves animals. I've not mentioned the person's name only because it seems that they're helping Little One because they care not because they want prays and recognition. However if you know this person give them a pat on the back, a big huge and let them know how great they are!

SPATZ

Spatz is not having a good week. Now our driver broke down and I had to switch trucks with him. Tim doesn't pay attention to the fact he has a cat in the truck when he uses my truck.  I have to keep reminding him that the doors and windows must stay closed. It's not that he wants to let the cat or cats out but he just doesn't think about it. I give him little reminders that he will answer not only to me but to my wife Jessica and everyone at Happy Endings No Kill Cat Shelter. I could fire him they would rip him apart.