Our first new farm additions are cats! We found a local rescue program that helps rehome cats who cannot be adopted through normal shelter channels because they are outdoor animals. With the evidence of mice in the barn's electrical box that we found during our home inspection, we thought it best to enlist the help of some friendly non-house cats. They are all spayed/neutered and fully updated on all shots etc. Plus, they are "free". (The organization likes to receive a "donation" of however much we can give towards their program, ahem). It is a win-win for all of us. We have three cats in the barn now.
They have to stay in big kennel cages (part of the service) until they get used to their new owners, home, locale, smells, etc. After 2-3 weeks we can start leaving the door open and letting them come and go as they like.
Introducing... (they came with their names)
1. Sapphire
She is the most wild and runs away when I try to hold my hand out to her. She will come out and eat while I am bustling around cleaning their cage and putting things in order. She is 4 years old.
2. Rose
Rose is a little more tame than Sapphire. She is only a year old. The Cat Lady said that she will become more friendly over time and that she was able to pet her. I have not been able to pet her yet. That might have something to do with the wild hooligans who are with me.
3. Theodore
I can't believe that the shelter thought he would be hard to rehome. He is super friendly and loves to be petted. Whenever I open the door he puts his head under my hand. He is also very talkative. Of course, he is the kids' favorite. Theodore is 3 years old.
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