Kitten and cat picspam

[vilakins]

And here's Jasmin with Claudia and Vic.

Claudia weighs less than 3kg now, and her kidney function is down, though she's still quite active. I'm not sure how much longer we'll have her though, and Jasmin's really attached to her (and vice versa, when Jasmin's not being too annoying). If anything happens, I think we'll have to adopt a cat from the Lonely Miaow charity, which houses abandoned cats and kittens, because she's never cuddled up to Vic. She's a bit wary of him; I don't know why.

Jasmin and friends


"Look, you don't mind if I lie on your tail, do you?"
"Not if you don't bite it. As you usually do."


"I know you're there, Jasmin. And I know what you're looking at. Don't even try it."


Jasmin and Claudia both over Greg's shoulder as he works on his PC.


Jasmin and Claudia cuddled up together on the top of a chair.


"See? I'm not always pouncing on Claudia."

Comments

[vandonovan.livejournal.com]

Awww, the cuddling is so cute. I wish mine did. I'm happy they're willing to sit in the same room together after a year.

[vjezkova.livejournal.com]

Such lovely cats you have! Ah, Claudia, the Wise One - her eyes speak volumes and I think she knows her condition. They are all darlings...and Jasmin seems to build her strong personality. It may be the reason for not being comfortable with Vic...never mind. They are endearing!

[vilakins.livejournal.com]

I didn't realise you had more than one! I only know about your lovely Princess Peach.

[vilakins.livejournal.com]

Poor old Claudia. I'm not sure she needed a playful little kitten, but she does seem a lot less lonely and doesn't cry as much. Perhaps she does know. Animals do sense things.

[azdak.livejournal.com]

I'm sorry to hear about Claudia. At least she has Jasmine to cuddle with. And babies may be annoying, but they're also adorable - and Claudia must think that, too, or else she wouldn't let her snuggle up to her so much.

[vandonovan.livejournal.com]

Ahahaha, we actually have four, but two (Felix and Annabelle) live entirely outside and are largely feral. They're very close (brother and sister) but don't really cuddle with us. The other is a little grey we've had since I was 13. She doesn't much care for the "new kid." And Peach doesn't care for her, either. But they seem to finally, slowly seem to be tolerating each other.

[nautile26.livejournal.com]

Awww, Jasmin has such an intelligent face. The photo with the cats on Greg's shoulder is really lovely. Are those your new venetian blinds? The light in that room looks very pleasant.

[vilakins.livejournal.com]

Sounds like Vic with Claudia and Tessa. They tolerated him but weren't that keen; they never snuggled up, but would share a couch with a bit of distance between them. I was hoping Jasmin would bond with him, but she hasn't so far. They do play a bit though.

[vandonovan.livejournal.com]

They're not even that cuddly yet. They'll hiss if one is on the bed and the other hops up, and usually one has to slink away tail between her legs, or else they will get into a smacking fight with hissing and spitting and growling. But it is LESS violent than it used to be. I doubt they'll ever cuddle, but it's progressing.

I think it's because they were both the dominant cat. Sassy has been here longer, but Peach was 5 or 6 when we adopted her and was probably the dominate or single cat where she used to live. So both want to be the alpha, so to speak. Fortunately, when they start going at it, I make it known that actually I am the alpha and they need to cut it out. But they still bicker. Sigh.

[vilakins.livejournal.com]

I think she's pleased to have another cat to mother (Tessa was younger), but is also rather short-tempered. Which is understandable if she's not feeling well, and how would I know? She seems happy enough. She purrs with happiness when she's cuddled by any of us though (human or kitten), and she and Jasmin groom each other. Poor Vic has never been groomed. :-P

When she stops enjoying life, we will have to make a decision, but she still seems happy.

[vilakins.livejournal.com]

I think she's a bright little kitten, and very strong-willed too!

No, those are the ancient blinds in the TV room which were there when we came. We're so impressed with how well they've lasted (they must be at least 20 years old, the blind consultant said), we ordered he new ones for the living room from the same company.

[astrogirl2.livejournal.com]

Aww, they're so sweet. Here's hoping Claudia stays active for a good long while yet.

[hafren.livejournal.com]

They look as if they're getting on fine!

[vilakins.livejournal.com]

That's a pity. Maybe they'll grow to tolerate each other better. Vic came in as an adult too.

Claudia and Jasmin do fight, but then Tessa and Claudia did too, when play got a bit rough. They always make it up though.

I'm not sure what do do about the next cat, but I suppose it depends on how long we have Claudia. I'm thinking either one about Jasmin's age at the time, or one about a year old, because I think she needs a stabilising influence.

[vilakins.livejournal.com]

She still is, following me about in the garden. It's just that I took her to the vet for a 3-monthly injection and they did a blood test and said her kidney function and weight were down. She's still enjoying life though.

[vilakins.livejournal.com]

They are! Especially when left to themselves. I get the distinct impression that Jasmin is more active when I'm around; I think she's showing off.

[vandonovan.livejournal.com]

Yeah. It's been a year and they're much better, but a year also seems like a really long time too! Sigh. Oh well. At least they aren't waking me up at night with their loud rows anymore. Sassy's also pretty old, so . . . not sure how much longer she'll last. I'd like a younger cat to get after she goes. I think Peach would get along with a kitten because SHE could still be boss, and the kitten would like the mother-figure.

I agree about Jasmin. One her age or a little older would probably be best. She's too young herself for a kitten.

[jecono.livejournal.com]

Oh I am so sorry to hear that Claudia is ill. :( Poor girl. But it's nice to see her getting on with Jasmin so well.

They all look so cute! I love how Jasmin stares at Vic's tail! :)

[vilakins.livejournal.com]

We still separate Claudia and Jasmin at night because the play that turns to fights wake us up; Claudia has one hell of a yowl on her. It's getting better though, and Jasmin likes to sleep in her own bed, whereas Claudia likes to be with us.

[thetisonline.livejournal.com]

Vic seems to let her near him. Maybe they would get closer in time. It is so lovely and motherly that Claudia has adopted her.

[vilakins.livejournal.com]

Well, she's had kidney problems for about two years. She's doing quite well, considering.

It's Claudia's tail (which never sleeps) that starts Jasmin attacking. Vic's tail doesn't twitch as much. :-)

[vilakins.livejournal.com]

Vic and Jasmin play! They just don't cuddle up the way the two girls do. I think they're all doing quite well. :-)

[kerravonsen]

Awwwww.

[snowgrouse.livejournal.com]

Oh, poor Claudia. But she seems happy and that's what matters--it's lovely to see her and Jasmine snuggled up together. And two cats on one shoulder=awesome. Greg is much loved, I see:D And at least Vic is getting some closeness, it seems! I love his bored expression:D.

[vilakins.livejournal.com]

:-)