I poured all the cat food I had for them. The Mom and the pups ate very quickly. The Dad stayed away the entire time. It was obvious they were still hungry.
Category: Cats of the World
Cats of the World
Cats of the World started out as just cats (particularly abandoned cats, homeless cats, street cats, stray cats, alley cats, community cats, wild cats, and feral cats), but this section soon evolved to include other animals we encounter in our travels, including dogs, and even elephants. We pay particular attention to those animals in need of care and compassion.
There will never ever be enough homes for cats and dogs. Strays will continue to be culled as they have been in Australia, Malaysia, and many other countries. It’s the same vicious cycle – population explosion, mass poisoning/shooting, ignore, repeat. Kenric and I support Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs for the animals but also for the feeders/rescuers. It’s a huge financial, emotional and time burden on the people that care for stray and abandoned animals. TNR may seem strange, almost abusive to the animals, but it helps them and their feeders!
Saying Goodbye
She tried leaving a few times, but always came back in for more scratches, kisses, and a few more bites. Finally, she went up the stairs in the rain.
Kotor Tidbits
In the Malay and Indonesian languages, “kotor” means dirty, but this ancient city is cleaner than most cities we have visited recently.
Dinner Companions
It’s past 1:00 am now, and the rain has stopped. I put food out, and three different cats have eaten, but no Waxy. I was the fourth wheel at one dinner, and got stood up at another.
A Warm Place for Waxy
After seeing her doze off or sleep many times, Kenric pointed out that this afternoon was the first time she slept on her side and actually rested her head. That really warmed our hearts.
She’s a Crazy Cat!
The vet said she’s a crazy cat, and that she did not like her antibiotics shot at all. It’s going to be interesting when we give her the shot tomorrow.
The Cats Are Always Hungry for Fish Bones
She laughed, “Yes, they always hungry. My husband give them fish.” He added a fish head and bones to the plate. The cats immediately focused on the fish.
Waxy Goes to the Vet
I gave her my grey T-shirt; the one I wrapped her in earlier. As I said goodbye, she realized she trusted the wrong human.
Is it a Trick or a Treat?
I made a toy with a plastic ring tied to reinforced thread. I dangled it in front of Waxy; no reaction at all. None of them know how to play.
Trust of a Homeless Cat Betrayed by a Bath
I started scratching this one cat that didn’t seem healthy! She trusts me. A trust that I will betray just few hours later when I decide to give her a bath!