The Itty Bitty Kitty Committee: It's Tortie Time

Monday, November 2, 2009

It's Tortie Time

Miss Luella was kind enough to sit still juuuuuust long enough for a couple of pictures. She's one wiggly kitten and is always a girl on the go.

21 meows:

Melissa said...: Torties are always feisty because they're really two cats trapped in one body.; November 2, 2009 12:21 PM
Holly said...: What a darling girl! Love her markings.; November 2, 2009 12:23 PM
Mr. Grumpster Wilfred III said...: its always time for tortie time!!; November 2, 2009 12:48 PM
Anonymous said...: This cat is totally awesome.; November 2, 2009 1:01 PM
scooterpants said...: is she holding on to her own tail/foot there in the first couple pics! I LOVE that! its the cutest thing ever!; November 2, 2009 1:08 PM
Webbthistle said...: Wow - She is absolutely beautiful! I love the way those orange markings highlight her eyes! I've lost my heart to her. If only you were a tad closer (about 2,500 miles would do it)...; November 2, 2009 1:17 PM
Geezees Geezees Custom Canvas Art said...: Oh what a sweet face!; November 2, 2009 1:40 PM
Anonymous said...: Aren't there Blondie lyrics about red eyeliner and blue mascara? Miss Lu has part of that going on, has she been hanging out at CBGB c.1977?; November 2, 2009 2:21 PM
Phydeaux Designs said...: I loooove her! So much like my tortie, Molly, at her age - a bundle of energy, wiggleworm, livewire on the go go go, that is until she falls over asleep midstep, just like a toddler. :); November 2, 2009 2:37 PM
Marlene said...: Such tortitude in such a small body. Lovely Lady Luella!; November 2, 2009 2:41 PM
catonsvillecats said...: Cool cat! I'm a tortie lover myself.; November 2, 2009 4:12 PM
kittykye said...: Aw! Just look at those colours!! She is such a beauty!; November 2, 2009 5:09 PM
vzg said...: I've been hoping we'd get more Luella pictures! She's such a little beauty. If I were nearby and currently able to adopt a cat, I'd be begging you for her.; November 2, 2009 5:24 PM
Leslie said...: Aww, look at that soft blue nest. I can see why she was willing to stay still for just a little bit.; November 2, 2009 5:36 PM
Ann said...: Luella, honey, your forever family is going to be so lucky they live with you! And I'm sure you'll remind them of that, every day. *wink*; November 2, 2009 5:36 PM
Melinda said...: She has the prettiest little face! She's going to be quite the stunner when she grows up.; November 2, 2009 5:39 PM
Chroma Lab said...: Woo hoo! Tortie time.; November 3, 2009 5:43 AM
MichieGrl said...: I love her little googly eyes... like she is already plotting her next silly adventure!; November 3, 2009 6:56 AM
KatBoxJanitor said...: I like Melissa's theory on the tortie 'tude.
It explains so much about my dilute tortie girl...

But Oh, I wish Luella would hold still just long enough to get those tortie toes in focus!

Chin skritches all 'round the Drapers AND the floof princess - Charlene!; November 3, 2009 11:00 AM
Amber Leilani said...: how gorgeous she is! we have a tortie and she has never sat still long enough to get a good pic!; November 4, 2009 1:08 PM
maryb said...: She is a beauty. I have a tortie- Mabel. She is sweet, and funny and very talkative!There is something about a tortie...; November 9, 2009 9:03 AM

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Who are these kitties?
The Itty Bitty Kitties are foster kittens that come to us from the Tacoma/Pierce County Humane Society. We care for the babes until they are old enough to be adopted, then we find them loving homes.

What is the IBKC blog all about?
The IBKC blog follows the daily lives of our foster kittens and Charlene Butterbean, our resident cat. Occasionally we feature other kittens being fostered by our friends.

How do I go about adopting one of these kitties?
First send us an email if you're interested. When the kittens are around 6 weeks old, we set appointments for a "meet and greet". If all goes well at your meeting, and the kittens approve, you may adopt.
Because they are Humane Society kittens, we must follow their rules. There is an application process and an adoption fee. All kittens must be spayed or neutered before leaving our nest. Because these kittens receive copious amounts of love while they are in our care, we only let them go to people that promise they'll do the same. Seriously,, if you're looking for a kitty just because you have a large mouse population in your home, please look elsewhere.

We don't live in the Seattle/Tacoma area. Can we adopt one of your kittens?

I'm sorry, but we prefer to keep it local. I'm sure there are lots of lovely kittens at your local shelter.

We don't want to adopt, but can we just come visit the kitties?
I'm sorry, but we don't grant requests for visits . We just can't.

Are these kittens the cutest kittens in the world?
Of course they are.

How big are these itty bitty kitties?

I know it's hard to get a sense of the size of the kitties from the pictures. Generally, when people meet the IBKs, they are surprised at how small they are.

What kind of camera do you use to take the kitty pics?
I use a Nikon D-40.

How many cats does it take to be classified a "crazy cat lady"?
I think it's thirteen, but it varies from state to state.

How does one go about fostering?
Contact your local animal shelter. Many have foster programs and are often in need of foster families for kittens and big cats too. It works for us because I work from home and can take breaks during the day to care for the kittens. It's very rewarding. I always feel (and my foster friends will agree) that you get more than you give.

If you don't have the time in your schedule or space in your home to foster, there are many other ways to help. Shelters are always looking for volunteers and donations.

Who cares for the kittens?
The kitties are cared for by the human members of the IBKC, Laurie and Craig. Sue is a foster mama too, and her kittens are featured on here as well. Sarah is our medical advisor. It takes a village to raise a litter.

Is Charlene Butterbean the IBKs mama?
Nope. She's never been a mother, although mothering comes naturally to her. She loves all kitty babies the second she meets them. She helps keep them groomed and plays with them too.

What kind of cat is Charlene Butterbean?
We don't know for sure, but she looks a lot like a birman.

Does Charlene have a fan club?
No, but she has her own email address. Click here to send her a note. You can also follow her on Twitter, or be her Facebook friend.

Is it just me... or has anyone else noticed Charlene has put on a little extra weight?
No, it's not your imagination. We can't keep her out of the kitten food. We're trying to exercise her more.

Do you have any other cats?
Yep. There's also Drewey (AKA Drewster, Rooster, Little Drewey Junebug, Drewski, Roost). I rarely write about her because she never mingles with the kittens. She's a little old lady cat who spends most of her time curled up in a ball, under the bed upstairs.

Will you ever adopt one of your foster kittens?
Although it's very tempting at times, (especially those dark, fluffy, tabby boys... ) we don't plan to adopt any of our fosters any time soon. We've got a two cat max in our house.

Is it hard to say goodbye to the kitties?
Yes, it is. But then we say hello to new kitties and it's all better again.