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Marthe48

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2. I'm going to get a couple of senior cats in July
Thu May 7, 2026, 01:13 PM
Thursday

I've been without kitties for a year. I was going to travel, but I'm stuck because of other things. I'd like short-haired light colored cats. My last kitty was a long-haired Manx. She relied on my boy cat to groom her, at least her head and face. When he died, she didn't take up the slack. I did a lot to keep her clean and healthy, hoping to avoid that part of loving pet ownership :/

You were so kind to keep the kitty. All cats do cat things, but each one has its quirks. That makes them so much fun. My boy cat was the best non-verbal creature I've ever had. He was sure to notice something out of order and let us know. I miss him more than most of the kitties I've had.



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Grooming tip [View all] Marthe48 Thursday OP
Thank you. We'll try it on our senior cats. They all need help with grooming. AnotherMother4Peace Thursday #1
I'm going to get a couple of senior cats in July Marthe48 Thursday #2
Toothbrush, a very good idea. cksmithy Thursday #3
Great idea! Ty! SheltieLover Thursday #4
My friend's kitty started batting the toothbrush Marthe48 Thursday #6
Awwww... SheltieLover Thursday #9
Muffin is afraid of the brush I bought for her too. crosinski Thursday #10
My guy is small, too. SheltieLover Friday #11
I'll have to try the toothbrush on my husband's elderly slightlv Thursday #5
My kitty didn't like the cutting I did Marthe48 Thursday #8
Bookmarking!! NEOH Thursday #7
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