Mikey's House

A Legacy of Friendship....

2012-01-24T23:41:00.000-08:00

I want to share with you a very special story about a cat named Tabby who captured the hearts of his human parents in such a way that they have created a legacy in his honor that will live on....in the most awesome way imaginable.

In April of 1999, Jonathan Rosenberg and his wife learned that their beloved cat, Tabby, had untreatable cancer and only months to live. Jonathan began soul searching during this time of pure sadness and he began to re-evaluate his life. He wondered how he could live differently and honor his friendship of 15 years with Tabby.

Jonathan Rosenberg resigned from his job as Chief Technology Officer at CNET and committed himself to creating Tabby’s Place: a Cat Sanctuary, in memory of Tabby. Four years later, Tabby’s Place officially began its mission.

Tabby’s Place currently consists of one building, designed to accommodate 95 cats. Their long-term vision is to accommodate 400 cats by erecting two additional buildings on their eight acres of property.

Tabby’s Place is a public charity (501c3 non-profit corporation). Jonathan Rosenberg donated sufficient funds (2 million dollars worth) to construct the first building and allow the sanctuary to get a running start on its operations.

What is Tabby's Place?

The following is an exact description from their website...

Tabby's Place is a cage-free sanctuary that provides refuge to cats in hopeless situations. Our residents come primarily from public shelters where they had once been scheduled for euthanasia.

This one-of-a-kind facility serves as:

An Adoption Center, finding loving homes for cats;

A Hospital, providing medical and surgical treatment for sick or injured residents;

A Hospice, providing palliative care and a warm, loving environment for chronically or terminally ill cats to live out their lives in comfort.

Cats with Special Needs

Tabby’s Place does not turn cats away due to age, medical need, or “lack of adoptability.” It is, therefore, a safe haven for several older, chronically ill, or handicapped cats. These cats have special needs such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, or blindness. At Tabby’s Place, these cats are able to live full and happy lives with the medical care, love, and affection they deserve.

Unique Features of the Sanctuary:

Provides communal living environments for cats, with plenty of horizontal and vertical space for exercise and play.

Provides outdoor enclosures for cats to enjoy fresh air and sunlight.

Contains special group rooms for cats who are FIV+, overweight, or on prescription diets.

Contains an in-house medical facility.

Uses specialized materials to facilitate cleaning and encourage a disease-free environment.

I first heard of Tabby's Place after watching the video below and I was so touched by this story and inspired by these remarkable people. Have a look....

I hope you will take the time to to visit Tabby's Place and if you think you can help in some way, I have listed below a few ways to do so.

Ways You Can Help

Tabby's Place is a public charity. They receive no government funding and depend on donations from the public for their continued operation. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation, donations to Tabby's Place are tax deductible.

Make A Donation

Make a one-time donation to be used where it is most needed.

Sponsor A Special Needs Cat

Support the care of a cat with special needs and receive monthly updates on your "adopted" feline. You can make the sponsorship a gift for a friend or family member.

Donate In Honor Of A Person Or Pet

Create a personalized card to be sent to the recipient.

Donate In Memory Of A Person Or Pet

Create a personalized card to be sent to the recipient or engrave a brick on our memorial walkway.

A few direct links to my favorite spots around Tabby's Place below

Tabby’s Place Blog

Adoptable Cats

Virtual Tour

Note...

Tabby succumbed to his cancer on September 15, 1999, four months after diagnosis.

And Now a Note from Mikey's House

Loving animals is not easy for us animal lovers, it comes naturally but it is difficult because we are touched by the experiences that animals endure. Sometimes the battle for animal rights and welfare seems like a long one and sometimes there are days when it feels hopeless.
But then a story like this one comes along and hope gets restored because we are an army, a dedicated army and there are more of us than we realize. Standing up for animals, helping them in any way you can is always worth the effort even if it seems as if it will not make a difference....it does make a difference to the animal that you help.
Never underestimate the power of love.

Mr. and Mrs. Rosenberg...you are heroes...Bless you for all of the kindness you show these animals that need you so much. You are an inspiration.

Thanks for reading.

Peace Doesn't Wear Fur

2012-01-24T16:50:00.000-08:00

"I have peace, but peace does not have a cold nose, a pink tongue, whiskers or a warm purr. Peace does not use the litter box, hurl hairballs or wake me at two in the morning because it got lonely and wanted to crawl under the covers.
The sure knowledge that I did the best I could does not demand fresh running water in the bathtub, lose its toys under the living room couch or chase moths. And even that wonderful sense of love I knew after my kitty-cat crossed, does not meow when I come home late or interrupt me at the computer with a warm paw on my leg, asking for a lap and a cuddle.
And though a fresh new set of paws will one day walk into my heart, the here-and-now, day-to-day presence of a creature who knew me better than I know myself, loved me better than I love myself (and let me know that on a regular basis, conceited little creature that he was), is gone.

Peace is a wonderful thing, but it doesn't wear fur.

And when I miss that fur so much, when the grief swells and threatens to consume me, the memory of my bond with my fur-person grounds me. It tells me to look forward and celebrate the joy that bounded into my life so many years ago; to pause and ground myself, let the love that was there surface and know that the love is still there. It's lonelier on this side, but if I ride out the grief I come full circle back to the peace.
It doesn't wear fur and it doesn't stop tears, but it does bring the memory of love and changes the tears from those of desperate sorrow to those of healing and of hope."

These words were found on a Tanya's Comprehensive Guide to Feline Chronic Kidney Disease in the chapter titled SAYING GOODBYE It's listed under Marvie's experience.

The moment I read them the tears just fell. No where have I read a more perfect description of what this feels like to me

Because Peace really doesn't wear fur.

_{Roo was put to rest on November 28, 2011.
His presence in our lives is missed every single day.
Roo’s spirit taught me so much about appreciating life…right now.
His sweet soul and kind heart will live on…
for as long as I live, he shall not die.}

Mikey's Latest

2012-01-23T00:01:00.000-08:00

When You walked Into My Life

I waited all that time
Counting minutes as they passed
Searching for a sign
Wishing for the best
And just when my hopes were wearing thin
You taught my heart to love again

When you appeared
Like sight to the blind
Like music to my ears
Like a reason to a rhyme
And just when I thought my chances were gone
Love came to me with open arms

Like a miracle out of the blue
You rescued me like the angels do
You shook the heavens and cracked the sky
When you walked...when you walked into my life

Mikey and I became best friends almost 9 years ago. Our friendship began because I had just lost my little boy at birth. Mikey was only a few months old then but he rescued me, he saved me from that dark place a person goes to when sorrow fills their soul.
Mikey was born deaf and at the time I thought he really needed me. Turns out it was me who needed him.
He has never let me down.
This is Mikey, he is my best friend.

Song is by Lila McCann

Pure Mischief
Mikey is such a character, his personality has always been bigger than life. He is so animated, his expressions sometimes are just priceless.

In this photograph Mikey is just looking for something to get into, like always.

My Get What I Want Face

And it so works for him like you would not believe, this cat has me wrapped around his little paw and he knows it. LOL

Model is Mikey....my best friend.

Just Knowing You

Makes me a better person.

Model is Mikey

Remembering Roo...the Video

2012-01-02T12:14:00.000-08:00

I finally finished Roo's Video, it was tough to get through but I feel better now.
The song is by Joe Cocker and my 6 year old Haley says that Roo is singing this song to us from Rainbow Bridge.....

Those LOL Cats, Gotta Love Them

2011-12-19T10:46:00.000-08:00

Something to make you smile on this Monday....

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Believe in Santa

2011-12-08T16:38:00.000-08:00

Happy Holidays

From Mikey's House

To Yours.

Letting Roo Go

2011-12-06T08:22:00.000-08:00

It's been a week since Roo died and it's been a long week but we are ok.
I wanted to do more of a tribute to Roo since the last time I posted was an hour after his death.
The words below are from a song by Joe Cocker and my daughter Haley says that Roo is singing this song to us from heaven. I had to share it with you as it touched my heart. Thank you for all of your support and your donations, I love you all so much for being so kind to us.

You touched my life
And turned my heart around

Seems when I found you
It was me I really found

You opened my eyes
And now my soul can see...

Our moment may be over
But you're still here with me

There was so much I didn't understand
And then you brought me here
Far from where It all began

The change you made
In my life will never end

I look across the distance
I'll know I have a friend

I was travellin' in the dark
Never sure of what to do
I didn't know that I was lost I found myself in you

'Cause love lives on Beyond goodbye

The truth of us
Will never die

Our spirit will shine
Long after we're gone

And so our love....lives on....

And so our love....lives on....

Rest in Peace Roo....goodbye.

Roo was put to Rest today

2011-11-28T20:26:00.000-08:00

I knew when I looked at him this morning that today was his last day, he looked defeated. I called Dr. Peggy's clinic and they didn't hesitate, we went right in. I had Roo wrapped in his blanket not in his carrier and I held him as Dr. Peggy made it all better. I will not soon forget the look on Dr. Peggy's face but I know I will cherish that look always. Her look told me that she understood, that it hurt her too and it made all the difference in the world.

Roo died in my arms.

Tonight Roo is buried in his grave underneath two oak trees in my garden, this is the first time he has been outside since he came here and it hurts my heart leaving him out there but I know this is his resting place, it just hurts.

I miss you Roo, I so miss you.

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2011-11-25T08:48:00.000-08:00

Sierra Animal Wellness Center

2011-11-23T11:19:00.000-08:00

Just wanted to give a BIG shout out for the BEST animal hospital and best veterinarian that I know. Dr. Peggy from Sierra Animal Wellness Center is by far the best veterinarian that I have ever known and her hospital is filled with the most wonderful staff.
I have been dealing with health issues with my cat Roo for a month or so and I am so grateful to have Dr. Peggy and her amazing staff to help me cope with Roo's ongoing care.

I am always so full of questions and always wanting to run something past them with the research I do about Roo and every single time they are so willing to listen. Dr. Peggy has taken the time to listen to me and to answer my questions and to offer her advice and support even after I leave the hospital from Roo's appointments. She always makes me feel like my thoughts matter and I am so grateful for her.

I would recommended this clinic and veterinarian to anyone in the area or even around the area as I would drive many miles for this level of care if I was to ever move.

They specialize in treating small animals with Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, using acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicines but practice Western Veterinary Medicine as well.
Together this approach seems to just work and is done with such compassion for all the animals. The clinic itself is set with a home like feel to it, not your average hospital like atmosphere.
The first time I visited Sierra Animal Wellness Center was a year ago or more with our Standard Poodle Jessie..... It was the first time I didn't see her shake when visiting the vet. I was sold on this clinic from that moment on because we all know that our animals are the best judge of character. Jessie was right because the level of care we have received since has been the best ever.

So I just wanted to say thank you to Dr. Peggy and her staff for really helping us through this difficult time with our Roo, you have all made a difference and I am so grateful to have such caring people taking care of his medical needs.....you are one in a million for sure.

Thank you.

Click on photographs to visit Sierra Animal Wellness Center

Euthanizing a Friend...a decision we never want to make.

2011-11-12T10:13:00.000-08:00

There have been times in my life when I just wished we didn't have the option to choose euthanasia at all.

I mean who wants to make this decision, I know I don't, it is gut wrenching.
Like it or not though euthanasia is an option and if you have an animal, odds are at some point you will be faced with making the decision to end their life, their suffering.

Many people feel that euthanasia is totally wrong, they feel like we are playing God and that a natural death is the right way.

I use to be one of those people until Annabelle.

Annabelle was Felv Positive (Feline Leukemia) and at the tender age of one and a half years, the vet found a tumor in her chest. I already knew Annabelle was positive for the virus which was the reason I decided to keep she and her litter mates. Everyday of Annabelle's short life, I had thought about her dying at least once during each of those days. I knew it was coming, I read everything I could find on the subject and had played out her last moments in my mind a thousand times trying to prepare for the day I would lose her but nothing could have prepared me for what I would eventually face when she died.

On the day Annabelle's tumor was discovered, I told the veterinarian that I would be taking her home instead of euthanizing her, he tried to explain things to me but I wouldn't listen, couldn't even tell you what he said at this point because I wasn't listening. I had already made up my mind that I wanted a natural death for my babies all three of them. So the vet gave me some prednisone and sent me on my way, he said it could help stop the tumor from growing.

Annabelle did ok that first night, not really ok but she was alive, her breathing was shallow but I gave her the meds and continued believing that I was doing the right thing.

The next afternoon while I was giving Annabelle her prednisone, she began to fight me, she didn't want to take it, as I struggled to get the pill down her, the tumor in her chest shifted, she could no longer get any air and she suffocated in my arms. From the moment she could no longer take a breath until the time she actually died couldn't have been too long but it felt like forever. There she was in my hands, my sweet little girl, her eyes pleading with me to help her, reaching for me with her paws, nails extended, the fear in her little face was almost more than I could withstand and in those seconds, minutes maybe, I was in a full on panic knowing it was too late to get her any help and she was suffering this most awful death.

Once she finally died, I was so relieved, I held her and told her that I was so sorry that I put her through that, I was on the floor, I had her head on my shoulder like when you hold a human baby and I just rocked her back and forth, trying to comfort her but it was too late to comfort her by then, I was so sorry.

I regret that day more than anything, I regret the day before that even more because I had the opportunity at that veterinary hospital to help her and I chose not to. I know now that I made that decision based on me more than her. I was too scared to make the decision, I didn't want to have to choose when she would go, I didn't want to feel guilty for killing her.

That was eleven years ago and the guilt I feel today for allowing her to suffer that way still remains. But I made Annabelle a promise before I put her in her grave, I promised I would never allow that to happen to another animal in my care and I have kept that promise.

Annabelle's siblings did not suffer her fate, I chose to euthanize them when they began to have symptoms, they both ended up with tumors in the chest cavity as well but they went peacefully, not struggling to get air. After them there have been a couple more I have had to make this decision with and it isn't easy by all means...not for me anyway, for them, it's much easier than suffering.
We have a responsibility to these animals that some call 'Pets', I don't like to call them 'Pets', for me it takes away so much of what they really are to us...they are friends. They give us so much and ask for so little in return. We owe them this last gift of a peaceful passing.

Several years ago, I found a website online called 'Tanya's Comprehensive Guide to Chronic Renal Failure' this is a fabulous site by the way, so informative but what I want to share with you is something she writes in a chapter called 'The final Hours'
She shares her thoughts about her own two cats, Tanya and Thomas who both lost their lives due to Chronic Renal Failure, So I will leave you with the following paragraph... her words make sense of so much......

"When Tanya was ill, I felt that I would never be able to bear having her put to sleep. The only way I was able to do it when the time came was when I finally accepted that neither Tanya nor Thomas was ever going to get any better than they were at that moment; that we had tried everything in our arsenal but our weapons were no longer working; and that waiting any longer would therefore ultimately be for my sake, not for theirs. How much more could I ask of them? Ultimately you cannot avoid death; but often it is possible to avoid suffering. Once I began to look at it from the perspective of what was right for them and what would spare them pain, it was still by no means an easy decision, but I did at least feel it was inevitable, because I simply could not stand by and watch them suffer when it was within my power to prevent that. By not acting, I would not be prolonging their lives, I would be prolonging their deaths"

Written by Helen, Tanya and Thomas' Mom

"Tanya's Comprehensive Guide to Chronic Renal Failure'

Mikey to the Rescue

2011-10-30T22:26:00.000-07:00

I kind of had a melt down the other day about one of my other cats Roo, he is having health issues and it all just started to really get to me. The next thing I know, my little best friend here gives me that look like I better run or else and then he charges me, then he runs the other way ducks down behind a paper bag and gives me another look...the come on mom, play with me look. I tried to resist but I couldn't, next thing I know I am running through the house playing tag with my little boy and laughing. I took this shot when we were done playing tag, he was pooped and I was too..he did his job, he always does.

Model is Mikey

Roo Needs Help

2011-10-20T12:16:00.000-07:00

This is Roo back in 2008 when I rescued him. I’m sure you can see here why it was so easy to fall for him. As cute as it was with his little tongue sticking out, it was actually quite sad because the reason it was sticking out was do to all of the swelling in his mouth from severe pharyngitis.
Roo had a great life until his owner/Mommy passed away, the elderly lady fell down outside while feeding Roo one evening an later died due to complications from her injuries. Roo was blamed by a family member who would was then responsible for caring for Roo. Well, she didn’t care for him at all, instead, she banned him from the house, left him outside to fend for himself…for over a year. By the time I was alerted to his situation he was very ill, severely malnourished, Severe pharyngitis, an enlarged kidney and he was matted from head to toe. Recommendation from the veterinarian in 2008 was euthanasia.Well that didn’t happen. I decided that Roo at least need a chance...he was so loving and was so happy when I brought him to my house and fed him, cleaned him up and gave him some loves. There was just so much life left in his eyes, I couldn't take it away without trying.
Here is Roo at six pounds the day I brought him home...

And here is Roo now at 12 pounds....

Roo has been pretty healthy these last few years. I changed vets after that last one told me to put him down, I found a veterinarian that thought Roo deserved a chance too. Roo suffers from severe feline periodontal disease and Stomatitis. The vet said that he should have all teeth extracted which he only has a few but she said back then that we could try to manage this with antibiotics due to the fact that I couldn't afford the surgery. Until now, he has done fairly well but last week I noticed one of his eyes looked watery, I thought it was a cold until a few days after that when I noticed the swelling and the dilation of just that one eye.

Well, turns out Roo has a Tooth Root Abscess and the Abscess is up under his eye. We have tried antibiotics but the tooth needs to be extracted the cost will be at least $500.00 and I don't have it.

I don't like asking people for anything so this is difficult but Roo needs help and so here I am asking for help.

It is breaking my heart to see him this way, his face is all puffy and it hurts. He has been through so much already, he doesn't deserve this to happen to him. He is suppose to be one of the lucky one's, he found a forever home and people who love him sooo much. I just don't want it to end this way, it's not fair.

I know times are tough for all of us now and I understand if you cannot help but if you can we would be so grateful.

I am going to try and sell my camera and put the money towards Roo's care.

Thank you.

PS- I will provide accounting for funds donated.

When You Miss Me

2011-10-13T10:37:00.000-07:00

It is just so sad to see your cute little face in the window as I drive away to take Haley to school or to go to the store. I know all the trouble you go through to try and stop me from going. I really never want to leave you.
But coming home is always nice as you greet me at the door with that giant meow that deaf cats have and you begin to circle my feet and meow some more…. continuously until I put my stuff down and say hi to my Mikey…there is really no other feeling to compare this to because this moment belongs to only us because it is our friendship and best friends always have their own way.
When you miss me…I miss you too.
Model is Mikey

Please Don't Leave Your Animals Behind When You Move

2011-09-20T12:17:00.000-07:00

I understand hardship...I really do. I have been there myself and it's difficult no doubt but it's not an excuse.

This last weekend I helped my friend Sandy move and when we arrived at her new place I noticed immediately that there were 2 more cats than Sandy usually has, she has 5 of her own. I asked her where they came from and she told me that the previous tenants left them there when they moved.

Well, first of all, thank goodness for people like Sandy who just figures she has two more cats now. These two abandoned cats got lucky because Sandy is just a good person and will not turn them away.

How do people like these previous tenants make this right within their own head? I mean really, with all of the options available today, why in the world would a person just choose to leave their animals to fend for themselves? And what goes through the cats mind when they realize their family is gone and they don't come back? Here they are now, hungry, thirsty, scared and on their own. Sorry but this angers me.

The least they could do is leave a damn note or something, even if just to share information about the animals so the new tenant is not left in the dark about the animal's health etc.

As it is the two cats left behind do not look so healthy, they look like they have upper respiratory infections with the watery eyes which could just be a cold but it could also be a symptom of something more serious. Sandy has her own cats and now she has to worry about exposing them to something unknown though her cats are vaccinated there is still the possibility not to mention the fact that this will now cost Sandy money for veterinary care just find out and then more to get them treated.

As I said, these cats lucked out, they get Sandy.

These previous tenants should be ashamed of themselves for treating these poor cats this way. Leaving animals behind when you move should NEVER be an option. Finding them a new home is the responsible thing to do. I know it's not easy but it would seem much easier than driving away leaving your helpless animals behind to find their own way.

When we decide to take in an animal, this is a lifetime commitment, it comes with a responsibility to the animal, they are not disposable.

If you find yourself in a situation where you cannot take your little friends with you when you move or if you have just decided you no longer wish to keep the animal because of behavioral problems etc, there is help out there.

Here are some links that may help you...

Petfinder

Find a Shelter

Renting With Pets

Pet Friendly Apartments

Pets and Babies

Solutions For Behavioral Problems

Litter Box Problems

Destructive Scratching

Destructive Chewing

Allergies and Pets

Please do the right thing.

Nope, even from this angle you still look retarted T-Shirt by ibjennyjenny Photography

2011-08-27T21:12:00.000-07:00

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Wacky Wednesday

2011-08-17T13:31:00.000-07:00

A few laughs from my FAVORITE website I Can Has Cheezburger - this place entertains me for like hours.

see more Lolcats and funny pictures, and check out our Socially Awkward Penguin lolz!

And one From Mikey himself....

Photo of the day: Lend Me a Kitten

2011-08-15T11:18:00.000-07:00

Mikey has been featured as 'Photo of the Day' on MyShutterspace.com

Here is the full version of Lend me a Kitten....

I will lend to you for awhile a kitten, God said.

For you to love while he lives, and mourn when he’s dead.

Maybe for twelve or fourteen years, or maybe two or three.

But will you, ’till I call him back, take care of him for me?

He’ll bring his charms to gladden you and should his stay be brief

You’ll always have his memories as solace for your grief.

I cannot promise he will stay, since all from earth return.

But there are lessons taught below I want this kitten to learn.

I’ve looked the whole world over in search of teachers true.
And from the folk that crowds life’s land I have chosen you.
Now will you give him all your love, nor think the labor vain?
Nor hate me when I come to take my kitten home again?

I fancied that I heard them say ‘Dear Lord Thy Will Be Done’
For all the joys this kitten brings the risk of grief we’ll run.
We’ll shelter him with tenderness, we’ll love him while we may.
And for the happiness we’ve known, forever grateful stay.

But should you call him back much sooner than we planned,
We’ll brave the bitter grief that comes, and try to understand.
If, by our love we’ve managed your wishes to achieve,
Then in memory of him whom we loved,
please help us while we grieve.
When our cherished kitten departs this world of strife,
Please send yet another needing soul for us to love all his life.

Author Unknown

Model is Mikey

Ears

2011-08-01T23:14:00.000-07:00

This is Hyper, she belongs to my friend Sandy
and her ears just crack me up. LOL
The hair just keeps getting longer and longer. LOL

Hyper is Sandy's greeter, she greets everyone that pulls up in the driveway by running to them and saying hello.

It's quite welcoming.

Cat Thoughts vs Dog Thoughts

2011-08-01T23:02:00.000-07:00

A dog thinks:

Hey, these people I live with feed me, love me, provide me with a nice warm, dry house, pet me, and take good care of me...

They must be Gods!

A cat thinks:

Hey, these people I live with feed me, love me, provide me with a nice warm, dry house, pet me, and take good care of me...

I must be a God!

LOL

Model is the handsome Sheriff, a once feral kitten who chose my friend Sandy

Mikey's House

2011-07-27T13:40:00.000-07:00

I am not sure exactly when it all happened but at some point between the day Mikey was born and now, I became a complete sucker for this cat. I'm serious.
I know many people spoil their animals and they should be spoiled but Mikey has taken this all to such a different level , or I have and he just ran with it.

Mikey is not my pet, oh no, I do not even claim to own him because I feel like even saying it sounds just awful.

Mikey is a full on member of this household and he has his say.

Crazy? Probably. But when I look at that face....I want to make sure he knows that he is important too.

With that said...this household is a busy one, I have a 6 year old daughter, a boyfriend, a boss, 6 cats, a standard poodle and 5 goldfish to care for...it gets crazy.

Did I mention my cats are indoor cats? We live in mountain lion country and cats don't do well outside, especially deaf ones ...I am assuming.

So I also have this garden that needs watered everyday and during this time of watering Mikey has always pitched a fit in the window wanting out so last summer I went out and got him a leash and harness which he loves and walks great with now. Sounds all good right? Not quite.

Trying to explain to Mikey that he has to wait till after I water to go outside is not an easy task. So each time he even sees me go towards the door he runs to it and throws himself between me and the door and meows soooo loud, being deaf makes him louder.
This was really cute at first but now....it's still adorable but I feel so guilty making him stay in after this little production number.

So here I am...a grown person...with an average level of intelligence...sneaking out of my own house when Mikey is not looking. Yes, I sneak out.

Not only do I sneak but I threaten everyone in the house that if they wake his deaf booty up before I get out the door, I will be after theirs. LOL

No joke.

And then if I manage to get out without waking him, I take him out as soon as I'm done. Wow. It has really come to this.

But it's that face, his charming little, sweet little, kissable little face. I just want his eyes to always be smiling when they look at me...he has that coming, he has been making my heart smile for years now.

U not go no wheres without me

2011-07-27T13:35:00.000-07:00

When I am on my computer, he is there.
When I go to the bathroom, he is there.
While I am cooking dinner, he is there.
When I am sleeping, he is there.
It doesn't matter what I am doing, or how long it takes to do it, Mikey is always there, my little shadow, my friend.

Model is Mikey

The Presence of a Cat

2011-07-16T12:21:00.000-07:00

“There is something about the presence of a cat…
that seems to take the bite out of being alone.”

~ Louis J. Camuti

Model is Mikey

Alley Cat Allies Represents Cats on The Daily Show

2011-07-16T12:16:00.000-07:00

Alley cat7/12/2011
Last night, Alley Cat Allies appeared on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.

Charlie Chaplin

2011-07-13T13:45:00.000-07:00

LOL

Couldn’t resist. this is Mikey with his blanket, he loves to hide under it and sleep with it and play dress up with it.
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Mikey's House

A Legacy of Friendship....

What is Tabby's Place?

Cats with Special Needs

Ways You Can Help

Note...

And Now a Note from Mikey's House

Peace Doesn't Wear Fur

Mikey's Latest

Remembering Roo...the Video

Those LOL Cats, Gotta Love Them

Believe in Santa

Letting Roo Go

You touched my lifeAnd turned my heart around

Seems when I found youIt was me I really found

You opened my eyesAnd now my soul can see...

Our moment may be overBut you're still here with me

There was so much I didn't understandAnd then you brought me hereFar from where It all began

The change you madeIn my life will never end

I look across the distanceI'll know I have a friend

I was travellin' in the darkNever sure of what to do

I didn't know that I was lost I found myself in you

'Cause love lives on Beyond goodbye

The truth of usWill never die

Our spirit will shine

Long after we're gone

And so our love....lives on....

And so our love....lives on....

Roo was put to Rest today

Mikey's 3rd Homepage Feature on Redbubble...

Sierra Animal Wellness Center

Euthanizing a Friend...a decision we never want to make.

Mikey to the Rescue

Roo Needs Help

When You Miss Me

Please Don't Leave Your Animals Behind When You Move

Please do the right thing.

Nope, even from this angle you still look retarted T-Shirt by ibjennyjenny Photography

Wacky Wednesday

Photo of the day: Lend Me a Kitten

Ears

Cat Thoughts vs Dog Thoughts

Mikey's House

U not go no wheres without me

The Presence of a Cat

Alley Cat Allies Represents Cats on The Daily Show

Charlie Chaplin

You touched my life
And turned my heart around

Seems when I found you
It was me I really found

You opened my eyes
And now my soul can see...

Our moment may be over
But you're still here with me

There was so much I didn't understand
And then you brought me here
Far from where It all began

The change you made
In my life will never end

I look across the distance
I'll know I have a friend

I was travellin' in the dark
Never sure of what to do

The truth of us
Will never die