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Title: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. HOMED!!
Post by: Jasmine on January 28, 2009, 14:30:14 PM
Please, please, please can anybody out there give this super boy a loving, forever home?

His name is 'James', he is approx 14 years of age and currently living in a cattery on the Suffolk Coast - where his owners abandoned him over 9 months ago.  >:(

Here is what the lady who is currently caring for James says about him:

  James is a tabby DSH of approx. 14 yrs and a neutered male. He has had no
  health problems in the last 9 months, apart from an ulcerated eye when he
  first came. The eye was treated and healed, though it is slightly cloudy
  compared to the other one. He happily uses a litter tray and eats anything
  put in front of him. He is showing his age a little - he likes to stand in
  corners and meow at nothing, and his claws don't entirely contract - but he
  is still able to jump 2 or 3 feet and climb a log at 45 degrees. His main
  ambition in life is to find a passer by and sit on them for as long as
  possible. He ignores other cats and a single dog that came by, and doesn't
  have any preferences about people, though I think he'd find young children
  very trying.'

She has given me permission to post this information and the photos below.

If you would be interested in homing this wonderful puss...
Please PM me for contact details.
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area.
Post by: JackSpratt on January 28, 2009, 16:24:05 PM
Awwww, he's so lovely. Good luck finding him a home, Jasmine. :)
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area.
Post by: Gail Bengal Slave on January 28, 2009, 16:32:13 PM
Awww how handsome is he - I so hope he finds a forever loving home real soon bless him  :hug: xx
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area.
Post by: Janeyk on January 28, 2009, 16:38:59 PM
awww, he looks and sounds a real sweetie, poor boy I hope his forever home comes along soon  :Luv:
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area.
Post by: bonnielass on January 28, 2009, 17:13:03 PM
Hes gorgous, :Luv: why anyone would want a kitten when they can have these wonderful old timers i dont know,and how heartless were his owners to just abandon him :censored: he deserves better at his time of life bless him, hope he soons finds a forever home :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area.
Post by: Jasmine on February 03, 2009, 14:48:42 PM
Just giving 'James' a bump... his situation is getting urgent as he needs to be found a home before the end of the month.
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area.
Post by: MrsR on February 03, 2009, 15:25:41 PM
So sad as he is so handsome  :Luv2:
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Janeyk on February 04, 2009, 07:20:24 AM
Everything crossed for him xx
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Sonnie on February 04, 2009, 07:56:23 AM
AWwwwwwww  :Luv2:
Such a cute lookinf lil ffaaccceeee!
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: TheHappyHippy on February 06, 2009, 23:54:08 PM
Could he be rehomed out of area if we had a CP check done?

We are in Kent.
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Jasmine on February 07, 2009, 00:39:43 AM
Hi HH,

Yes, I think the lady who is currently looking after James would be happy with that - nobody is sure what he's like travelling though, hence the preference for a local home.

Are you interested then?
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: TheHappyHippy on February 07, 2009, 00:57:39 AM
Yes we are interested  :shy: but the reason we haven't posted sooner is because we were worried about such a long lived cat being able to cope with the journey. Sharon from Canterbury CP pointed us in his direction last week after a cat we were hoping to offer a home to became poorly and sadly got his angel wings. :(

We do live with Boo a male black DSH, our 6th to date feline friend, who is placid and dangerous only to food ( we aren't sure it even touches the sides on the way down!  ;) ) who is aged between 11 and 14 yrs old (we had two vets give us two ages - he was a rescue cat who had been homeless for some considerable time.). We have a 19 yr old daughter and between us ( daughter works shifts and I work afternoons only) there is someone in the house 90% of the time. When there isn't it is only for upto 2 hrs at the most and normally only 2 or 3 times a week.

Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Jasmine on February 07, 2009, 01:10:09 AM
Sorry to hear about the poor soul you were going to adopt.  :(

It sounds as if you could offer James a lovely home, I'll pm you my contact details and perhaps we could have a chat tomorrow - off to do some litter trays now, before I get some shut eye!

Jas
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Canterbury_cats (Sharon) on February 07, 2009, 08:01:49 AM
Hi all i put Happy Kitty onto James after dear Sparky was PTS last week. This lady is one of those few individiual that want oldies and i saw James on Purrs a while back.. Being so laid back he seems ideal. Pls bare in mind folks that i have rehomed via other rescues many cats out of our area, namely lovely Gizzy the Maine Coon and even Melissa, so to me as long as the puss cat isnt distressed with the journey, Distnce isnt a issue when a loving home is just round the corner. Look at Kirstys babes now lovely puss cats.

I realise not all CP branches do this, but  i find it (with sensible precautions and of course homechecks) a very good way of seeking homes for cats that continually get overlooked and we all want our  puss cats to find loving homes.

Canterbury CP is more then willing to do HC for James.. and i hope the lady who is currently caring for him has a cat with our lady in Kent and see if this is a match for one very lucky puss cat..
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Janeyk on February 07, 2009, 08:10:11 AM
 :) Very best of luck with this, we collected Byron from London (she was 22 then) and brought her up to Yorkshire - she was fine,  this is her 3rd year with us  :Luv:
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: JackSpratt on February 07, 2009, 11:00:23 AM
Good luck with this - James looks a charmer!
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: TheHappyHippy on February 07, 2009, 13:03:15 PM
Thank you so much for all your help so far.  :Luv:  :hug:

Hi all i put Happy Kitty onto James after dear Sparky was PTS last week. This lady is one of those few individiual that want oldies and i saw James on Purrs a while back.. Being so laid back he seems ideal. Pls bare in mind folks that i have rehomed via other rescues many cats out of our area, namely lovely Gizzy the Maine Coon and even Melissa, so to me as long as the puss cat isnt distressed with the journey, Distnce isnt a issue when a loving home is just round the corner. Look at Kirstys babes now lovely puss cats.

I realise not all CP branches do this, but  i find it (with sensible precautions and of course homechecks) a very good way of seeking homes for cats that continually get overlooked and we all want our  puss cats to find loving homes.

Canterbury CP is more then willing to do HC for James.. and i hope the lady who is currently caring for him has a cat with our lady in Kent and see if this is a match for one very lucky puss cat..
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Canterbury_cats (Sharon) on February 07, 2009, 17:32:19 PM
We are going to do a HC for rhis fella in the next few days hopefully.. Jasmine are you able to PM me details so the HC person can get an idea of lovely James and his character or any special needs. Although i know that HH has been in touch with the people who have him at the moment.. ta much.. fingers crossed, we are doing well are we not!
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: TheHappyHippy on February 07, 2009, 18:02:01 PM
Sharon I was trying to call you.  :Luv:

I have had lovely chats with Jasmine and the person James is with ( why are all cat people so lovely?) we do have a funeral midday on Monday and I am then at work but other than that no problems.

 :Luv2:
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Jasmine on February 07, 2009, 19:38:49 PM
Hi folks,

This is all thrilling stuff... I'm sooooooo excited, do hope this all works out for James and HH - who seems a wonderful, cat-loving lady!

Thank you for putting us in touch Sharon, I'll PM you now.

Jas
 X

Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Millys Mum on February 07, 2009, 19:55:11 PM
Fingers crossed it works out ok  ;D
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on February 10, 2009, 20:14:38 PM
Everything crossed that this works out for James  :hug: :hug:  What a lovely lad he is!
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: TheHappyHippy on February 10, 2009, 22:02:15 PM
We have our adoption slip!  ;D  So fingerw crossed it won't be long.

 :thanks:
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: JackSpratt on February 10, 2009, 22:43:06 PM
I'll save the dancing banana until it's sorted! ;)
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: TheHappyHippy on February 12, 2009, 14:34:38 PM
Can we have lots of fingers and paws crossed for Saturday when we are going to get James. Thanks.

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Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Dawn F on February 12, 2009, 14:50:28 PM
definitely!!! its always nice to get a happy ending
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Janeyk on February 12, 2009, 17:00:40 PM
oooh, how exciting  :)
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: MrsR on February 12, 2009, 17:01:25 PM
Everything crossed here
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on February 12, 2009, 17:52:20 PM
Hmmmm.  You get James Saturday....?  And I get a visit from our grandkids.  Tell you what - fancy a swap?!  :naughty: :evillaugh:

Congrats on getting your adoption slip.  Wonder if James knows....?  :shify:   :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: TheHappyHippy on February 12, 2009, 19:44:00 PM
Strangely enough I think I'll pass on your generous offer Sue.  :evillaugh: Grandkids sound fun but you know the kitty love is second to none.  :Luv2:
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Jasmine on February 12, 2009, 21:30:43 PM
Yippee... everything crossed in this household... will be thinking of you & James on Sat!
 :luck:
Jas
 X
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on February 13, 2009, 08:07:47 AM
 :evillaugh:  I don't blame you for rejecting my ever-so-generous offer, but it was worth a try.  :sneaky:  Bet you can't wait now, for tomorrow!
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: TheHappyHippy on February 13, 2009, 10:40:42 AM
Oh yes.  :yesss:

I have a check list that is growing. :reading 2:

Feliway
Basket
Blankets
Food
Water
Dishes
Litter
Harness
Lead

Hope that's enough. It's a long journey, 2 - 3 hrs.

Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Millys Mum on February 13, 2009, 11:15:35 AM
Good luck for tomorrow  ;D
I would leave harness/lead off the list and replace with a da bird and a catnip banana!! Available from the purrs shop  ;) ;)
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: TheHappyHippy on February 13, 2009, 11:19:20 AM
We are only taking the in case he insists on needing a break. *crosses fingers* But we hope we don't need them.

We've started to introduce the Feliway into our house.  Hopefully it will make things a little easier.
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Jasmine on February 14, 2009, 00:37:34 AM
Getting excited HH? ;D
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: TheHappyHippy on February 14, 2009, 06:59:04 AM
Excited and nervous.  :shy:
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on February 14, 2009, 08:33:34 AM
Well HH - here's hoping your Funny Valentine James has a safe journey home with you.  ;D   :hug:
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Zenith (Liz) on February 14, 2009, 09:32:36 AM
Oh I cant wait! 

Pictures please  :evillaugh:
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on February 14, 2009, 15:08:20 PM
 :waiting:  Sigh.......
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Kay and Penny on February 14, 2009, 15:15:29 PM
can't wait to hear how the journey went

we need some happy news on here, with so many poorly pusses, and two much loved losses :(
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: TheHappyHippy on February 14, 2009, 18:27:08 PM
Sorry folks it was a 3 hour journey each way.

James was absolutely perfect all the way back. No noisy, mess or attempts to escape. He wolfed down some biscuits  enroute and a sachet of food as soon as he arrived. Apart from a 10 second hissing match, both boys are gingerly wandering around the sitting room together. That is after Boo climbed in the other cat basket so he could feel part of the fuss.  :rofl:
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Christine (Blip) on February 14, 2009, 18:37:13 PM
I've just caught up with this.  Brilliant - keep us posted, HH  :wow:

PS have a nice glass of something after six hours in the car.
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Canterbury_cats (Sharon) on February 14, 2009, 19:19:40 PM
Another success from the Canterbury CP team.. i am well pleased for James and just shows you the benefits of networking.. Which bring me to the point.. if you dont post about cats needed homes (esp the difficult ones) then no one is going to know about them are they!! Just by chance i found James and  he seemed to fit the bill.... Keep in touch and let us know how things go...

If anyone can help with one or two of our puss cats then we would be much appreciated!!!! (so would the puss cats!)
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: Janeyk on February 14, 2009, 19:25:55 PM
So pleased all went well  ;D, he sounds just like Byron not a peep out of her all that way and settled in straight away, it was as if she knew  :Luv:
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. URGENT
Post by: JackSpratt on February 14, 2009, 20:56:02 PM
Excellent - will move this to the "sorted" section. :) Wonderful news!
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. HOMED!!
Post by: Jasmine on February 15, 2009, 16:42:52 PM
 :Party 3: :Party 3: :Party 3: :Party 3: :Party 3: :Party 3: :Party 3: :Party 3: :Party 3:
      :party:    CONGRATULATIONS JAMES!! :party:
 :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer:
Title: Re: 14 year old male tabby, DSH, affectionate - Norfolk/Suffolk area. HOMED!!
Post by: Sonnie on February 16, 2009, 05:17:10 AM
FAB NEWS! 

woohoo!!!! 
 :wow: