And Then There Were Two

It's been almost two months since we put two of our cats down. While I will feel guilty about making that decision for the rest of my life (my choice though, I know, I know), I have come to realize it was the best decision and I don't regret it.

I cannot believe the difference having two less animals in the house makes with regards to litter box treats and hair on the floor. Although, if I would have stopped and thought about it, three cats X two messes per day each equals six new piles of fun-ness to scoop out of their crapper. No wonder that things was overflowing within two days. Since it's now just Baby Kitty, it's nice to be able to scoop only once a week.

I also can't believe the difference in Baby Kitty. While she's always been a lovable cat, she's really come out of her shell over the past few weeks. She never used to meow for food in the mornings. Now? She's pretty much on my chest before I wake up and howling in my face! We've also noticed her starting to exhibit some of the other cats traits. She sleeps on the vent in the bathroom like Ping used to, and she likes to eat Q-tips like Sophie once did.

The bond between her and Shandi has also strengthened. The two of them were buddies beforehand, but now they are pretty much inseperable. They run down the hallways, side-by-side and will play fight in the kitchen. When Shandi goes out to pee, Baby Kitty wants to go too. They will curl up next to each other on our bed and Baby Kitty will clean Shandi's ears.

As badly as I wanted to rush out and buy another kitten, this pairing works too well to screw it up by introducing another animal. I'm just interested in seeing how things play out once Baby is sleeping with us (not in our bed, but in her bassinett)...Shandi and Baby Kitty are going to go nuts when they are locked out of our room!



Enjoy the cuddle time while you can, you two...it won't last for much longer!