Trap/Neuter/Release continues~
I don't mean to bore you with all these cat pics but am mainly uploading them for my "Woodland WA Cats" set. I went back today to check on male cat #1....he's fine.
I thought as long as I was there, I might as well trap another. [ See below]. This cat pictured here looks to be about six months old....and was meowing for some food I had brought.
FYI
My sister's "big b-day bash" is tomorrow....and with
trapping cats, I haven't had time to go out and take pics. Hopefully,
all will be back to normal after the weekend. Have a wonderful weekend
everyone.
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Monique Lavoie © 2013, nikonjim, Kazooze, Janice L, and 22 other people added this photo to their favorites.
Red~Star (42 months ago | reply)
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Cat number #2. Another male...'caught this morning and is now at the vet awaiting neutering..
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When I arrived this morning, six cats came pouring out of the "cat house" I provided. I brought a waterproof tarp to cover it with in case it rains. At least some of them can stay warm and dry inside.
Monique Lavoie © 2013 (42 months ago | reply)
Have a wonderful weekend Rebecca ...
The black cats are gorgeous
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nikonjim (42 months ago | reply)
Wow, you are really going the extra mile! I am sure the cats appreciated the shelter! That top shot is awesome.
Kazooze (42 months ago | reply)
Enjoy the 'big b-day bash', Rebecca! Love the continuing updates on your project - - and the pix of all the kits!! Hopefully, your endeavor
will pay off in the long run...with no more inbreeding!
PierceRebecca (42 months ago | reply)
Aww, they like their little house. Your photos are never boring, always interesting!
Janice L (42 months ago | reply)
At least they have each other to stay warm thanks to you providing shelter.
I adore the first kitty by the way.
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MilliMoMo (42 months ago | reply)
Bless you, Rebecca. You are an inspiration. These cats are beautiful. Are they all feral, or do some of them approach you?
deerluvr (42 months ago | reply)
must have been a sight seeing them all tumble out of the house ... you are such a sweetheart Rebecca:-) have a fun time at the big bash!
Bionic Rhonda, formally Cindersmom (42 months ago | reply)
I hope the birthday Bash is fun for all.... I love the first image.. what a darling cat, but then I like the black ones too.. If I were in the area, I would be proud to assist you with this project.. Nice to see the house used.. We are going to finally get some rain.. Be well.
tipper* (42 months ago | reply)
Wow, you hit the jackpot with that house! Happy cat napping! LOL
KathyPaz36 (42 months ago | reply)
Great service you are doing Rebecca Have a wonderful week-End :)
travelinfool55 (42 months ago | reply)
wow so many they are all beautiful and so sweet of you to do this!
Red~Star (42 months ago | reply)
Thanks everyone. Between helping my sister with her upcoming party and trapping cats....I am exhausted, Sorry I haven't been able to keep up on visiting your streams. I will visit tonight....when Pearl is on my lap.
BellaLago (42 months ago | reply)
Wow you are so busy busy busy! So happy to see you were able to capture another. It's too bad you don't have a couple of other people helping you - I would gladly donate my time if I lived nearby.
Try to relax a bit so that you can enjoy your sister's birthday party. You definitely deserve some downtime!
Indiana Ivy Nature Photographer (42 months ago | reply)
I am just still so amazed at how healthy they look, usually that many wouldn't look so good, that first one there is adorable ! I use to have one that looked just like it. It is nice of you to do what your doing for them.
Dave W. (42 months ago | reply)
Keep up the good work.
t.sullivan photography (42 months ago | reply)
It's so kind of you to care for these cats when no one else will, Rebecca. That first cat is so pretty - such beautiful green eyes! I hope your sister's party goes well :)
2blueyeboyz (42 months ago | reply)
No, they are not boring! I enjoy seeing them especially since you are helping them! You are so nice to do that! Big hugs to you! Have a wonderful weekend!
Jessica Kirste (42 months ago | reply)
They are predicting rain and snow here this weekend as well, great shots you are doing such wonderful things for them i appluad you!! :)
pegbent (42 months ago | reply)
Please keep on with what you are doing as it is so vitally important. No, Never bored with your pictures, and sharing the challenge of you CNR mission is a blessing!
pegbent (42 months ago | reply)
This kitty is definitely smiling!
nan2945 (42 months ago | reply)
Wow - you are on a roll ----I'm really glad you have a birthday to go to---some relief from your relief work ----
I trapped "momma cat" this afternoon, took her to a local vet for a 2/3 year rabies shot at a local vet - no bargain at $35 dollars - she let me pet her while she was in the trap - as she does when she comes half way in my classroom window in the morning ----she is so ready for a calm and very patient home ---- anyway congratulations on the ongoing great work from a fellow cat / animal lover
Robin Clay (42 months ago | reply)
Not boring AT ALL! I get so irritated when people get pets and then don't have them spayed and neutered. Just DON'T get them if you can't care them is what I say. Okay, I'll shutup:)
bulldog1 (42 months ago | reply)
It's wonderful what you are doing and I was gone much of the day. Was going through old photo books to find film photos of the cats we had and dogs and family. At some time I want to post some.
I would really like a calico kitten or cat but hubby says no more cats.
I guess this old house is not the best set up.
gr8pups+BJ [deleted] (42 months ago | reply)
that first photo is amazing.....you do such good work from your great big, compassionate heart!
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Red~Star (42 months ago | reply)
THANK YOU EVERYONE !!! Male cat #2 was successfully neutered today and will be returned tomorrow before my sister's party.
@ LeapFrog!
This male cat's front paw [ the one that has the claws showing] is unique....having extra "toes". I forget what it's called...but it will be an easy way to identify him in the future. He was quite upset when I trapped him.....but my vet said he was well behaved.
@ nd2495
Wonderful thing you did by taking momma cat to the vet for her rabies shot....too bad there isn't someone out there that would like to adopt her and make her an indoor/outdoor cat...esp as we go into the winter. Kudo;s to you for keeping her fed.
salma1 (42 months ago | reply)
These cats really look neglected and seem to be quite happy that someone cares for them. The kitty in the main photo is very cute and seems to be talking to you.
dog ma (42 months ago | reply)
You are a life saver... literally. Have fun at the party!!
Red~Star (42 months ago | reply)
@ dog ma
I doubt I'll enjoy the party as I am the designated photographer. ...which always keeps me busy ...so can't just sit and relax. I hired a performer to show up to surprise her...."Elvis" !
Dee Painter AZ (42 months ago | reply)
The young cat is beautiful....but what a live he has been born into. Bless him and them all. Thankfully, there are people like you who are going that big giant step forward and helping. Thanks for all you do.
Enjoy your sister's b-day bash.
bud_marschner (42 months ago | reply)
If I were your husband, I'd be nervous...what am I saying I am nervous, my wife just informed me she's fostering another cat that is due to have kittens. Last Christmas I got a cat for Christmas and the year before that I got a cat for my birthday. Hey here's an idea, doesn't your sister need a few cats?????
Red~Star (42 months ago | reply)
@ bud_marschner
Bless your wife's heart....she's a real cat lover like me. Fostering cats like she does is just awesome. You make me laugh....your wife is good at gift giving.
The ONLY reason my husband is onboard with me trapping/neutering these cats is because he knows I'm NOT keeping them. Ha ! My sister is too irresponsible to have pets of any kind.
Ćrystals ♥ (42 months ago | reply)
cute cat ;P
looks just like my cat's sister
lo0ol xD
nal from miami (42 months ago | reply)
Happy Birthday to your sister!
These cats are so beautiful! So. . . there seems to be a bit of Hemingway in them? Wow! Quite an interesting group. They seem to be quite smart to figure out the 'cat house' Good for them.
Again, the work you are doing is angelic. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Red~Star (42 months ago | reply)
@ LeapFrog !!
Yes !!!! polydactyl ....that's the word. I didn't know that Ernest Hemingway had a polydactyl cat...thanks for the link...I will check it out.
@ nal from miami
Yes, I too was very surprised to see how quickly the cats started using the "cat house". I put a bunch of warm blankets inside...and now with the tarp covering it, they should stay fairly warm on these 20-30' degree nights.
Red~Star (42 months ago | reply)
@ {machel spence}
Thanks for your nice comments. Wow...how awesome to see the cats at the Hemingway's key west estate.....it sounds like there's a lot of them there. Amazing.
Marcie Gonzalez (42 months ago | reply)
Such a pretty kitty! It looks very similar to the bobcat I shot. LOL
Wandering Sagebrush (42 months ago | reply)
ladyinpink_1 says:
Such a pretty kitty! It looks very similar to the bobcat I shot. LOL
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Is that humor, or are you just trying to be a troll? I am not the fondest of cats, but the comment is inappropriate.
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Rebecca, thanks for helping the feral cats. By having them sterilized, you not only help the cats, but the wild bird population as well.
Steve
Don Briggs (42 months ago | reply)
Beautiful pictures and continuing story! Love the top picture of the hungry meowing kitten.
Red~Star (42 months ago | reply)
@ Wandering Sagebrush:
Thanks for commenting. As for "ladyinpink_1" 's comment....she was referring to this gorgeous BOBCAT image that she "captured" in the past: www.flickr.com/photos/28721101@N05/3960005054 /in/set-7215....
As photographers, we need a better word than "SHOOT" ....ha. Sometime it's easy to take the word literally.
Wandering Sagebrush (42 months ago | reply)
Rebecca and Ladyinpink, my apologies. I took the comment literally, and did not stop to think about the multiple definitions of "shot".
shesnuckinfuts (42 months ago | reply)
Rebecca, it is so wonderful that you are helping all these pretty cats!
Hyacinths (42 months ago | reply)
Absolutely awesome! You just rock! Love all the photos and I'm just loving what you're doing with these sweet animals...you're their very own guardian angel :)
Hot Flash Photography (42 months ago | reply)
The cats look quite healthy I'm happy to see. Good on you, Rebecca, for doing this. No easy task I'm sure.
kenskritters (42 months ago | reply)
Way to go, Rebecca! Get some rest!!
annkelliott (42 months ago | reply)
Doing a great job, Rebecca! Love hearing about that cat house you so generously provided for these cats - sounds like it must be cosy inside with a pile of blankets. They must be getting use dto you more and more and oh, how they must love the food that you bring with you : ) Always interesting to hear your updates and to see photos of these beautiful creatures. Hope your sister's birthday bash is going/went really well. Wow, what an occasion, if Elvis turned up, too, LOL. Can I send you some wind as well as snow???
Ann Kristin Brandt Photography (42 months ago | reply)
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Katrin Schaak (42 months ago | reply)
Beautiful!
I saw this nice picture in
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Lanamaniac (42 months ago | reply)
what an adorable sweetheart
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