A Sweet Surprise!

Kelley,  who found her way to us thanks to the family who adopted Monty and Harold Higgenbottom, sent me an email earlier in the winter introducing her family, which included husband Andrew, their nine-year-old son, Logan, and a three-year-old kitty named Violet.  They were on the hunt for a kitten to add to their home -- someone who could be a friend to the humans in the house and also Violet, who seemed to be in need of some kitty companionship.

At this time, the Fishkin Twins were still in our care but spoken for, and I told Kelley that if she wouldn't mind waiting a bit, we would love to have them over to meet the next batch that arrived.

They waited patiently and finally, our dear Huddlestons moved in. And then they waited a little longer because it took FOREVER for those Tabbies to get healthy and out of quarantine so their future families could meet them!

When the day finally came, Kelley, Andrew, and Logan had their choice of four Huddlestons --Beau had been spoken for already.  During their meet-and-greet, they really struggled with their decision -- all the kittens were so delightful that day!  Lovey was the one who caught Kelley's eye when she first saw them on the blog, so in the end, they went with her gut and decided she would be the one to join the family.

They really were charmed by all of the Huddlestons, and if we didn't have more families lined up to meet the remaining kittens, they probably would have picked a pair instead of just one that day.





Tillie was picked by the next family that came over, and then the next family in line suddenly decided to wait until summer for a kitten and dropped out of the running.  We had one more gal coming to meet the kittens, but it looked like there would be one Huddleston in need of a home, so I reached out to Kelley to see if they might be interested in whoever was left after our last meet-and-greet. Kelley was  thrilled to hear they could have a pair and said they would happily adopt the last Huddleston!

She decided to wait to share this exciting news with Logan until adoption day, and as you can imagine, when she revealed the big surprise that Spencer would be joining their family too,  he was thrilled.

A few hours after the adoption I received an email from Kelley with a subject line that read "In Love"  and photos of very happy Logan with two kittens cuddled up on his lap were attached.

I just love how this all played out!  They make the cutest pair, and I couldn't imagine a happier ending for Lovey and Spencer!

Thank you so much, Kelley, Andrew, Logan and Violet for adopting these two.  We wish you many years of joy together!

A Home for Hurley!

Karin, who's a volunteer at our Humane Society and has logged many hours working in the Emergency Pet Food Bank over the years, took an immediate liking to Hurley when I first introduced our Huddlestons on the blog.  She figured this adorable boy would get snatched up fast, and quickly dismissed any dreams of making him a part of their family.

Well, he did get snatched up, but the adoption fell through and suddenly Hurley Huddleston was back on the market. Within moments of me announcing his availability, I got a nice note from Karin introducing herself and her family and professing her love for this kitten.  We made an appointment for her to come and meet him that afternoon.

During the visit, I learned a little bit more about Karin's family, which includes a husband, teenage daughter, a dog, and a young adult cat named Allen. There home sounded awesome -- complete with cat towers and custom-built cat walkways!  It sounded like they could offer a really great life to dear Hurley and his fate was sealed!


Karin had some traveling to do in the days to come, so though he was ready to move on, she wasn't quite ready for him, so we had an extra week with Hurley.  This worked out great because it gave him some time alone with our big cats and offered them a chance to give him a few private lessons on "How to be a good little brother cat."

Within a couple of hours of his adoption, I got a sweet message from Karin letting me know how quickly dear Hurley was settling in.  It sounds like they're pretty thrilled to have this happy, social boy in their life!


Thanks so much for adopting our Hurley, Karin!  I'm so glad it worked out that he could be yours!   We wish you and your whole family the best!!

Big Love for These Little Tabbies

They're not all gone yet, but the Huddleston population has been dwindling over the past few days.  Before they started trickling out the door,  they all lined up and sat still for their final family portraits.

From left to right: Lovey, Beau, Hurley, Tillie and Spencer.

Aren't they just breathtaking creatures?  Everyone is a little different, but all are equally spectacular. And they are as dear and sweet as they are beautiful.

Their expressions say "I would like to love and be loved by you," don't they?  That's truly what they are all about.

I've always had a deep fondness for the tabbies, but after spending time with this crew, I think it might be even a little deeper now.  

What a special set. Their adopting families are the luckiest people alive.

Kittens in the Kitchen

Thanks to all who helped spread the word about Hurley. In case you missed the update yesterday afternoon, he did find his family, so all is well! Hooray for Hurley!

Gosh, They've Grown!

Lovey climbed up to the tower first. Soon all of the others joined her, so we had an impromptu family portrait session.

Look at those grown-up babies!