Friday, March 3, 2017

adoption news

ADOPTED



that face kills mom




We know that a lot of you were beginning to think that Dandelion was going to become a permanent resident. Honestly, if circumstances were a little different here, that might have happened. But mom reminds herself that she has to know us and know her limits and this would have been WAY over the limit.

After discovering that Dandelion wasn't on Petfinder, she got his information updated. Shortly thereafter, she got an application. She reviewed all the information and they emailed back and forth a few times - talking about his attitude (or general lack thereof) and his medical background. The couple that put in the application have an older female (about 15) and an 8 month old boy (who is driving her insane). Little Bit was raised from a kitten and Rocky was found when he was tiny. Since he didn't have any siblings, he is a bit of a doofus and Little Bit is not having it. D and J decided that Rocky needs a friend who was tolerant but would also be very respectful of Little Bit.

Monday night mom took Dandelion with her to the store while she was cleaning and then met with D and J. Mom was sitting on the floor with Dandelion when they came in and after introductions, they sat down with her. Dandelion almost immediately crawled off of mom's lap and into D's lap. He stayed there for a while and then climbed into J's lap as well. There were a few kids in the store and he was great with them as well. Mom and D and J did the paperwork but they decided to wait a couple of days to take him home. They wanted to get a space set up specifically for him and they also brought a cloth that they rubbed all over him (and he LOVED that) to give to Little Bit since ultimately it is going to be her decision if he stays. D and J are committed to keeping him but obviously the old lady cat gets first vote. Mom says she is sure it will be fine as he is so respectful of everyone here.

So last night she packed up the big orange boy along with a care package of his meds and some treats and toys and sent him off to his new home. She did make them aware that she wants updates - LOTS of updates - and we will keep you posted on his progress as well.

Just in time for his birthday, our Dandelion boy found his forever home.

*from the mom: this one, as you can all imagine, was a hard one. trust me when I say that if I had ANY doubts about this couple, he wouldn't be leaving. the fact that he climbed right in their laps within a few minutes of meeting them and was SO completely relaxed sealed the deal for me. I knew he deserves a home of his own without the chaos that comes with living here. but wow am I going to miss him.

24 comments:

  1. Wow!!!! We have our paws crossed that Dandelion will fit in and that their senior girl won't have any issues with him (that would be sever enough to warrant returning Dandelion).

    But, yes, we kinda figured Dandelion just might become a permanent resident.

    We're thrilled for him, purray this works out better than hoped for, and hope he has a long and happy life in a true forever home.

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  2. Lovely Dandelion has found a home, and I hope all goes well. The kittens are so adorable.

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  3. What wonderful news to end the week!

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  4. Happy Birthday Dandelion and congrats to his people.
    *offers chocolate to the mom*

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    1. thanks :) it was weird around the house last night - and he usually follows mom down the stairs in the morning on her way to work and she looked for him :)

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  5. Happy Gotcha Day and Birthday to little Dandelion! We wish many happy years to the little one and hope the old timer tolerates Dandelion :)

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  6. Oh that makes me a little sad that Dandelion has left but it does sound like a great home for him.Glad you are going to get updates.Thanks for taking such good care of him.

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  7. Hurrah for Dandelion - but how he must be holding your mum's heart in his paws even in his absence. That third photograph will be an image that I'd always want to see.

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  8. What fantastic news!!!! Congrats to Dandelion - he's such a special kit-cat! Sending prayers that the other kitties accept him!
    Yours sincerely,
    Margaret Thatcher

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  9. Oh, sweet Dandelion, congratulations on finding your forever home. We hope you love it there and become the very best orange boy you can be. Kisses to you!

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  10. Bon Voyage, Dandelion! Cannot wait to see photos of you teaching that kitten some manners!

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  11. OMC, this is the day I've been WAITING for! Congratulations to Dandelion's new family!

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  12. Yay for Dandelion!!! That boy's been through so much. As much as I had a total crush on him, our vet has told me it's probably best for Bear to be an only. Hopefully D and J will continue what you started of showing Dandelion the love every cat deserves :)

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  13. dood....thiz iz sad nooze but total lee awesum nooze at de same time if that even makez any kinda senze......we noe mom ...N all yur bloggin palz iz gonna mizz ewe

    but we iz BUZZED happee ya finded yur foreverz...thatz what countz in de end

    ....a most happee gotcha day two ewe ...we look for werd ta gettin sum updatez frum yur new peepulz; hope stuff werkz out total lee grate with big sis///little brother ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥

    heerz two a slender snipe eel kinda week oh end two all ! ♥♥♥☺☺☺

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  14. This actually brought tears to our eyes. We're so happy for Dandelion.

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  15. Yes, we CAN imagine! We are really going to miss that Dandy boy too!!!! But we hope he will have a wonderful life with his new family.

    Purrs,
    The Chans

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  16. We can imagine it's hard for you ! What wonderful news for Dandelion ! Purrs

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  17. I can only imagine how hard it must be when a particular cat just takes your heart away with them. His face is precious to me as well. If I didn't have Katie I would have said by now, bring him with you and he can be a treasure here with me. I would not change his name either. It is unique and just for him. Good fortune, Dandelion. May you feel love every day of the rest of your life.

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  18. Oh yay!! We are so happy Dandelion found his forever family. Even if he was starting to become one of your family, we know you're happy for him.

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  19. We are so happy for Dandelion!
    Have a super weekend...

    Noodle and crew

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  20. Ow wow! Hooray for Dandelion and his new forever family!

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  21. This must have been hard for you. I know he had been with you for several months. I AM SO HAPPY he has a forever home. Thank you for all that you do for the cats.

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  22. Congratulation to Dandelion! Sounds like he went to a great home who knew exactly what they were looking for.

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