CANNOT BELIEVE WE'RE AT 100K SUBSCRIBERS!! Definitely going live again soon to celebrate. Stay tuned on my instagram or the youtube community tab for updates ❤❤❤ Love you guys so much. Thank you for all your love and support on my last video announcing Gordo. He feels the love! So much is happening in real time that I can't squeeze into every vlog, but I'm listening to all your comments and advice and taking things one day at a time. Much love, youtube fam ❤
Congratz!!! 🎉🎉🎉It’s awesome to have gotten to see how much your channel has grown in the past year! Also with loving others despite knowing one day they will pass(I myself have a dog I love very much), I try to spend as much time with her as I can and be excited that she is with me today so when she does pass I didn’t take the time I had with her for granted.
having a pet will completely rip your heart out, BUT it is truly one of the best parts of life. No one loves you and relies on you like your pet. So let yourself completely love them back, they are just with us for a short time so might as well give them all you got. Congrats on being a new cat mom. Cant wait to watch Gordo grow!
On the subject of their shorter lifespan...I just read about new research coming out from Japan about a series of shots that treats CKD (chronic kidney disease) which is one of the very top causes of feline mortality. Without CKD, cats would live to 20 or even 30 easily! I am VERY interested in this!
Not sure if anyone has commented already. I gently massaged and handled my kitten's paws a LOT at the beginning. I still do this now, even she is a 10 year old cat. This was helpful as I was able to trim her claws with little to no resistance. Gordo is one very lucky cat. Enjoy!
Yes, all kinds of socialization and familiarization are important! Like, if you had a car I'd recommend taking him for a drive every few days--just so that whenever he does have to ride in a vehicle it doesn't terrify him. If I had it to do over again I would invite more friends over while my kitties were growing up. Granted I got them not long before the pandemic which made that almost impossible, but it would've been super helpful. For a long time, they were so afraid of anyone but my husband and I. Thankfully years of having friends over often has helped, but the pandemic really slowed their socialization.
Aww geez, just imagine how much life has changed for wee Gordo in just, what? 1 week?? ...From life under a car on hard, unwelcoming pavement- to Chelsea's sweet and cozy- but most of all... loving home! This is → the. best. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I haven’t even finished the video but I just wanted to tell you that you are doing AMAZING as a new kitten mom. You should be so proud. You’re so attentive and on top of everything. I rescued 2 kittens at 5 weeks also, that was 14 years ago though, both are still doing great but getting them that young, the attachment they develop to you is unreal. So yeah, you pretty much got yourself your soul mate right there.
as someone who has had a cat from gordo’s age who just turned 14, it’s important to remember that cats live a while. my cat still acts like an insane kitten. yes our time with our cats is impermanent but very few things in this life are permanent. just love on him. that’s what cats are for.
P.S. don't worry, my vlogs will not solely be cat content forever lol. It was all I was focusing on this last week but there will be more balance with my cat content/NYC lifestyle content moving forward ❤
you really don't have to explaing yourself - we love your content as it is about you living your life! If your life was to start revolving around your kitten so be it ;)
I have really enjoyed your vlogs with Gordo - what a cute handsome boy ! I think he definitely hit the kitty lotto in a big way with you, lol ! I am 65 and live alone as my sons are grown and off being successful. When I moved into my current house about 8 years ago, I discovered that a stray calico was living under it. We flirted for a few months and then we adopted each other very happily. I have always been an animal kind of person (cats, dogs, whatever), and Spooky, as I named her, became a true friend and companion. It was a blessing and delight to find her waiting on my porch or in the house when I got home from work each night. Sadly, I had to put her down this past Christmas because she had cancer - I never knew how old she was, but she was an absolute sweetheart. I am just about ready now to rescue a new friend, and I so wish that I could adopt a kitten. But because I still work 4 nights a week away from home and the fact that I'm not sure I have the time or energy for a youngster, I will look for a mature female who likes to be on my lap and watch sports on TV... I Love what you are doing and that you have Gordo ! All the best to you both from South Carolina !
In Russian word “gordo” is an adverb for prideful/proud. Lovely kitten🥰Got my cat in August 2023 from the shelter, my best decision in a past few years. I also live on my own, so very happy to have such a company. Cats a great friends❤
For kittens (coming from a kitten foster mom) you can help Gordo go to the bathroom more easily by getting a warm washcloth and simulating him. The mom cat does this by grooming her babies.
For me, the grief that comes from losing a pet, whenever that time comes, is worth it to experience the unconditional love and constant support and companionship that comes from having a cat
Ever since my soul dog turned 10 last year, the finity of our time together has become more and more apparent, leading to me experiencing anticipatory grief for when he crosses over. As painful as that's been to face, it's forced me to truly live in each moment I get with him, and build on my feelings of gratitude for the time we get to share in this life. You are in a beautiful place with Gordo right now in that you have many incredible years of bonding ahead of you. Just make sure you take time to appreciate each and every moment. We are so lucky to receive the love of our pets, and at the same time learn to surrender our hearts to someone beyond ourselves. 💞
I also did the same thing. I suffered anticipatory grief for around four years and he ended up living four years longer than I expected. I think this helped me prep for the devastation of not having him here.
@@colz83 thank you for sharing your experience, it's actually incredibly helpful to know I'm not alone. ❤️ I often say the same thing to myself (and others); I'm preparing myself for when that time comes.
@@cnlish you are absolutely not alone with the anticipatory grief. I hope you are getting a little better every day just living inside that day. It has helped me a lot
I got my 2 furbabies at 7 weeks as they were strays. I had them an amazing 14 years. We were a little trio of love. I lost them in 2021 and 2022 due to cancer and heart failure. I'm still traumatised and feel like I can't give my heart to a pet again. Seeing your gorgeous Gordo I can tell you are going to share an amazing life together. No advice other than to enjoy your precious time together.
Ugh I hear you. Just lost my 13 year old boy to heart failure as well May 1st. It all happened so fast. Enjoy every moment with them because no matter how old they are they are always gone too soon.
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So sorry about the loss of your fur babies!😿😿Ive gone through that too. Its devastating. I had kitties for 17 years. My last lil angel kitty Jelly died in 2016. I swore Id never adopt again. Its too painful when we lost them. But its so lonely not having fur babies to come home to every day. So I adopted 2 lil siblings back in 2018. I wanted sibs bc I live alone. Best decision ever. Theyve been such a joy to have and watching them grow up together was so much fun. I u derstand not wanting to lose a pet ever again. So I was really nervous about adopting again. But Im so glad I did….
I‘m so so sorry for your loss. It’s heart shattering, cruel and often traumatic. I completely understand that you don’t feel ready to bring new pets into your life and you should take as much time as you need. What I always said to myself is, that I gave my cat the best life she could have and no cat after her will be her. She was/is unique. But I have so much love to give and there are so many cats out there that need a warm and loving home, that I ended up getting a new cat again. I don’t compare them to each other and my baby will always be my soul baby but I know she would want me to give my love to other cats and they give so much back to me. So maybe you will feel also feel ready again one day? You never know which cat finds you/you find! I wish you the best 🌷❤️
Being a cat mum is amazing ☺️💕 I remember the first few days with my cat. It’s a rollercoaster of emotions 😂 my cat is now two and I love that they get familiar with your routine , they know when to go to bed and when they are due to be fed etc. They are the best little companions 💕
I rescued my Bimmy when she was a baby too...She lived a happy 21 years until she got cancer. I miss her everyday but I would not have traded her for the world. She was my best friend. We made each other happy. I adopted another cat after she passed. She was 10 when I adopted her....she lived until the age of 17 until she had kidney failure. Now I have a 2 year old girl. You make an amazing feline Mama Chelsea.😊😊😻
Congrats!! Our little kitty was so scared when we first brought him home, I remember confining him to the laundry room, and I spent a solid 3 days straight in there with him, even slept on the floor with him at night. It bonded us for life I reckon. I'm definitely the "mama" now and I'm the only one he'll sit on and give cookies to. He quickly learned every square inch of every room and became ruler of the house LOL. Fills my world wiht joy. It's pretty special.
Gordo is fine, he is more self sufficient than you think. Now that he went to litter box it’s sky’s the limit lol. I always introduce my cats to the bed and he will be the best snuggle partner. Fresh step is what I use for litter, never a smell and small granules. He looks just like my Luckyboy. Enjoy you baby he will be your best friend trust and believe that! Blessings to you and GORDO.
I adopt elderly cats. My latest I got in December. She was 4.9 pounds and effectively considered hospice care. (Her previous owner died and had not been keeping up with her care.) She's now 7.7 pounds and acting like a kitten, she's gained a whole new life. But she's 15 - it's only a matter of time before she goes. I think part of how I can do it, lose cats so frequently, is because I know my time with them is limited, I expect they will leave sooner than later. But what I have is now. Now I can care for them, and befriend them, and know they will have a happy safe comfortable home for as long as they stay alive. It's so hard at the end, to put a cat to sleep, to think could they have gotten more meds and live a little longer or was I selfish and greedy and prolonged their suffering too long. But being right there to help them transition, with a person they trust, supporting them, I mean it sounds sick but I'm honored to experience that. The way to not worry about if an animal will die is to accept it definitely will happen. So what you can do is love them every day to make the grief worth it. This is new and fresh to you. Like all long term relationships, you will settle in. When it's not so bright and new, the grief is different. It's not just loss, but also full of gratitude. It's better that way, take my word on it.
His cute little face melts my heart. Awww... You both are lucky to have found eachother. Trust me when I say this, they change our lives (in a positive way). You've been doing great as a kitty mother. May God bless you both. Lots of love from India. 🤍🤍🤍
Love Gordo! GORDITO as they say in Spanish 😂 awww you forget how precious life is until you see a baby kitten ❤ miss having a cat. So happy for you! 🎉he's so precious & such a good kitty!
So, watching this and loving Gordo cuz , heyy I know that kind of love, while anticipating an Inside the Shoe Poop !!! The Sleep on the Shoe Pillow is an unexpected bonus. 😂😂😂.
You are such a sweet living soul. So glad you & Gordo found each other. Cats are very independent, try not to worry too much. And yes, having kids you have all of these same feelings times 100, lol. You were meant to be a mama ❤️
So much in my queue, but you were first pick at lunchtime because of that cute little munchkin! Re: anxiety opening your heart to these little creatures, yes they will break your heart one day but it's 1000% worth it. I've had a lot of pet loss over the last 3 years (2 olds and an unexpected loss of a young one) and I don't regret any of it. They made my life so much better. Also, keep in mind with kitten proofing that they always find something you forgot about. Remember not to beat yourself up, you're doing way more to kitten proof than probably 99% of the population.
I lost my heart dog just over two years ago and right after I just didn't know how I could go through the heart break of losing them again, but the unconditional loved shared between me and my current dog is so so worth the loss that will inevitably come at the end. The heart break just means that our time together was wonderful.
I didn't have pets growing up and even as an adult me and my husband never had concrete plans to have Peta. Then one day a sweet tabby boy showed up on the doorstep and changed our lives for the better. The bond you have with your pets is something amazing and wonderful. I didn't get pet people until I had one of my own. That sweet tabby is no longer with me, but I'm so grateful for the pure love and happiness he brought me every day. I hope you experience the same with sweet Gordo. ❤
I know it's quite s commitment but perhaps you want to take in a second cat? I did that and was glad I did. They play so much together. Really good for them having a buddy. ❤❤ Congratulations on your new friend. I have 3 cats myself and a baby on the way ❤. Xx
Chelsea as a long time proud cat mama I can offer you one important point: cats always like your stuff better than anything you get for them with the exception of catnip!! Gordo is so adorable and seems like a very confident cat based on how he’s maneuvering around the apartment with his little tail in the sky!
Hey Miss Chelsea! I love Gordo! He looks like my sister's cat Miss Minnie! You'll be ok and so will Gordo! He's got a great cat Mom! I get tickled watching you buy toys for him. Just like a "new" Mom with a human baby!😂 He' s gonna be spoiled and super loved! I'm happy for you Chelsea, take care of yourself too!❤
Hello from California. When I got my kittens 6 years ago I started cutting their nails right away. They don’t love it but don’t fight me when I do it now. Another suggestion get a small scratching post & put near your couch. When he starts scratching at your couch put him on the post. This worked great for me & I have scratch free couches. Good luck😀
Ooooh , GORDO ! He’s so CUTE ! He loves his new Home, new Life , & especialllllllly …. his awesome MAMA ! Oooh my goodness I laughed out loud watching him explore the apt ! Toooo flippin cuuuute ! Gordo’s a lil Internet Sensation !! Hit the ground running with 100K ! WHO DOES THAT ! GORDO does ! Maagic ! Itz clear hiw much you live him, hun ! He loves you, tooo ! My Bootsie Boots ( cute lil Tuxedo cat ! Age 5 & 1/2 y/o) just jumped up on my lap & is purring like a motor boat ! My sweet guhhrrl !! Cats are the BEST !! 😻😻😻
We’ve had our cat for 14 years- he thinks I’m his momma. You’re doing a great job. All he needs is love, a litter box and food. Cats are finicky. You’ll find that one minute they are following you everywhere and the next minute, they don’t want to be bothered with you. They want what they want when they want it! LOL. 😊 We have a litter robot- LOVE IT- you might want to look into one…so easy to maintain keeps odor down/away, east to clean, etc.
Just enjoy the unconditional love! I love when my Blu meets me at the door, so sweet. They are so independent, sleep about 20 hours a day and adopt to the flow of the house. Also, they enjoy laying in the sun looking out the window! I put a small rug on the radiator and he loves it . Enjoy❤
You are being such a great cat mom. I'm writing these comments as my 13 year old, brown tabby (Cooper) sleeps next to me. I'm going to suggest, IF you are having any problems with him using the litter box, to use the fine grain, clumping sand type of litter. Cats paws are incredibly sensitive and they LOVE going in the sand - it's very pleasant for them to walk in and move the sand around. The pellet type litter is unpleasant for cats, in my opinion. Oh and keep to the UNscented litter. Finally following Jackson Galaxy and the Kitten Lady for advice is perfect. They are two of the best. You're doing great and Gordo is so precious. Can't wait to see what he looks like grown up. Enjoy these very young kitten days - they go so fast! Oh and finally, I agree with some other commenters who have suggested getting another rescue kitten for Gordo. Having two kittens is sometimes easier than just one and they keep each other company and entertained when you are gone. You are doing a fantastic job! Don't worry! ❤
The one thing I realized years ago: cats DO learn words. Mine two rulers of my universe know basic commands like no, up, down, come on up here. They also respond to tones of voice, and recognize when they’ve messed up by my tone when I say their name. Usually just their name in the “Mom” voice corrects the behavior. Evidently cats can learn over 35 words, including multiple syllable words (one cat loved cantaloupe and knew the word!) They also train us to recognize what they are asking for. My oldest one, an 18 yo Tuxedo, learned from the two older cats I had when I rescued him. Have fun with your adorable little guy, a kitten is definitely a full time job at first. I was so glad to see you keep the toilet lid down. From getting my first kitten as an adult, that has been my #1 safety concern. Thank you for mentioning Jackson and Kitten Lady. Even though I’ll never have another kitten (sadly, but realistically not an option) I have learned so much from their videos, as well as great entertainment!
My cat I had for 18 years passed away. I wanted a kitten. There was an ad in the newspaper for free kittens. I met the family at McDonald's. They gave me him and a baby bottle and kitten milk. They gave me information from the vet they took him to. Cooper is now 9 years old. We live in a highrise. Love him.
I still cannot recommend enough subscribing and starting to binge watch Jackson Galaxy's videos. (I posted this comment BEFORE you mentioned him in your vlog - oopsies ahahahaha) He even shared some real raw vlogs around the cancer journey of one of his cats and all the emotions along with it. Please give his channel a watch.
I rescued a 5 week old kitten from the street (literally in the street) here in Miami one year ago. It was very scary with him being that young. He was sickly too so there was a lot of care involved and many nights sleeping on the floor with him. He is thriving and is such a big boy now! I was anxious and nervous like you, but you are going to do GREAT! He looks healthy and is very confident already. You got this!! My kitty is a Ginger named Toby. Well... Toby Thunderfunk is his full name (blame my husband...lol) because we found him during a rain storm. My heart just hurts when I remember how tiny he was! Enjoy all these moments... they go by fast! lol xx PS: My Toby didn't like that first litter you used either... I think the pellets were too big and he was like, what the heck is THAT?! LOL The smaller litter worked like a charm!
I adopted my two boys when they were kittens two years ago. Really enjoy this first year of watching them grow and learn. Being on the other side of it now, the boys and I are in a really nice routine and it doesn’t feel so overwhelming. I would heavily recommend socializing him as much as you can in these first 6 months. And consider if you’d like to harness/leash train him.
Ok, so... I've rescued sooooo many pets over the past 25 years or so, and what I find so amazing, is that even with ALL the stray animals in the world, there are enough for EVERYONE. I believe you always end up with the one you were supposed to have. Is it always perfect? No. Sometimes they are learning experiences, and sometimes you only have them for a tiny amount of time before they move on to their next life. And that's the thing - I personally don't believe their life just ends forever. Their life with US ends. But they go on to their next person/family and bless them in amazing ways. And they live a different life. I especially see this with a cat I recently adopted. He was trapped as a feral. But in one of his previous lives I swear he was a house cat - or even a house dog - he got over his fear of people so quickly. But he stepped outside once out of curiosity, and the feral life flashed right before him again! He started to panic, as if he had gone back into "that life", but then he stepped back in and was back to being a sweet house kitty, in his life with me. All the animals I've had over the years, even the ones who have died early due to illness, brought something special to my life, and I hope they are continuing to do so in their new situations! It sounds crazy, but... it's comforting to me, and helps me deal with the loss better. Also, good for you for leaving the carrier out ALL THE TIME. So many people only bring it out when it's time to go to the vet and the cat is terrified of it! If you leave it out regularly, they will get used to it and sleep in it sometimes, too! Oh, and the anxiety of a new pet!!! Yes!!! The fear of what they will do while you're in the shower, when you have to leave, when it storms, when the power goes out... And a constant anxiety of mine is looking at them while they're asleep, and somehow catching them right after their previous breath, and that few seconds before they take their next one seems like an eternity! The number of times I've run over and grabbed them because I thought they were dead and they just look at me like, "Why'd you wake me up?" I'm so glad I don't have kids. I'd be a mess.
Normally a silent viewer but Gordo is too cute not to comment! I can’t with how stinking adorable he is. I really hope all his siblings also found a loving/safe home. It’s so heartwarming to see how much you love him. I think the pet parent anxiety never goes away! One minute you’re fine, the next you look at them and your heart will explode. Let’s all try to be like Gordo and enjoy every present moment 🖤
Just love them with all your heart, cherish all the moments and treat them as a family member. I've had pets all my life and can't imagine ever not having them. You are so right with they save you just as much as we save them. Gordo is adorable, looks like my Rocketman Elton John. My kitty loves trader joe bags and toilet paper rolls as toys. hahaha.
I think this is true. I adopted my cat at 13mths, and never had to deal with him chewing wires. He likes things that dangle so he occassionally will swat at one. But he doesn't chew them.
My miniature schnauzer just turned 6 this weekend and I’ve had her since she was 8 weeks. It made me think how her little life is so short but it’s all worth it. The unconditional love and purpose they give you is priceless. It makes life so much sweeter.
Being a cat mom has many, many perks and tons of emotion all at once. I rescued my younger cat (now 8 years old) when I was freshly sober, and hate to say but putting all my energy into caring for my little guy helped me so much stay clean, and I still am 9 years later. He's still with me, and i will be devastated when that day comes he won't be. I even got his little face tattooed on me so he'll be with me forever. We also adopted an older cat about 5 years ago, and his age is starting to show which breaks my heart. He knew I was pregnant before I did! Cats can sense those things. Just take it day by day. You'll do great and enjoy the time you have with him!!! Congrats again and on 100k!!!
Congrats on 100K+ subscribers (I'm your newest all the way Down Under in wintry and rainy Sydney just now - yay). Second, congrats on your new fur-baby, Gordo! What a handsome young boy he is and he will be a handsome fellow when he grows up too with all that Maine Coon in him! You scored big time on that! I have my boy, a Lilac Birman named Paddy that I rescued at the age of 6 and he's still with me 8 years later and going strong (he's actually snoring next to me right this minute). You're doing a great job as a Cat Mum! Just go with your instincts. Enjoy every minute of the ride. When you can, start using a steel comb on his fur. It will be so soothing and great for his fur. I comb my boy several times a day and he has the softest and most beautiful fur and it also prevents him from getting fur balls. It's his favourite thing. Paddy is the best company. He gives me so much purpose (like getting woken at 5.30 am for breakfast time), through to being reminded it's bedtime at 10 pm because he wants to go to bed! He rules the house, no doubt about it, and I wouldn't have it any other way. They just help us to live in the moment and appreciate life and everything it has to offer. As well, I love seeing what life is like for you in NYC. And you know what, we all tend to do the same thing and live the same way no matter where we are. We just all want a happy and fulfilled life for us and our friends and family and especially, our fur-babies!
Hi Chelsea, I assessors my cat Smokey. She has absolutely turned my world into sunshine and rainbows (I don't care how corny it sounds; it's the truth). Just wait until He crawls up on you to cuddle and is purring. Love, love and more Love! 😍
The poop strike is real and the relief (literal and figurative) is palpable. Lol - i’m blind and have a guide dog. When we train with them, all of us get excited when our dogs have their first poop with us. 😂 Living alone but with an animal makes it that much more enjoyable. Looking forward to watching Gordo grow.
ohhh the way he sleeps with his arms up just like a baby. I get the anxiety.. I got my cat in 2019, well, she got me i guess because she was a stray and just decided that my balcony was her permanent home. I just got out of a bad relationship and she just was there to be my company, i can't imagine life without her. She's a senior cat, 12 years old now and even though i know she survived on her own on the street for a while; i still get so worried about her if she's okay when i'm gone (in reality she just sleeps all the time when i'm gone because when i wrap her in a blanket before i leave, she's in there still when i get back). You're already such a good mom for him!!! Doing the best for him and i'm sure he'll grow up to be such a happy cat! I know its a sad thought we usually outlive our pets, but please don't let that make you hesitant to love him with all you have. Animals help people and save people's life all the time, i think in moderation its totally okay to feel like he changed your life and is making you a better human. I think that's beautiful even💕
Right off the top, that baby kitty pot pie is VERY lucky to have you as his Mama. Period. I read a quote once that has stuck w me ever since and I would like to share it w you, if that’s cool 😊 “I killed a plant once because I gave it too much water. Lord, I worry that love is violence, too.” Extremely relatable and also a beautiful recognition of the love you’ve given. Also, your little one might be young enough he still needs his wee cat bum “licked” right after he eats. The mama kitty does this and it stimulates them to poo. If you have a really wee kitten, such as yourself, you can take a damp, warm wash cloth and gently swipe his tushy hole a few times. Then put him in the litter box. That may or may not work, but I thought I would share. I am genuinely sooo happy for you that you have your own baby kitty pot pie now✨
You're such a good cat mom already!! I have a bing camera set up so I can watch my cat while I'm out, even just for a few hours. It gives me so much comfort knowing I can check up on her.
Chelsea you look like you could use a little fishing pole with a toy on it. LOL Love that you have Gordo. You will learn easily, you have an instinct. Touch his paw beans when he's sleepy, it will make it easier when you want to cut his nails. You are doing amazing!
Chelsea, welcome to motherhood…kitties are awesome…our grand kitty came to us from North Pole,Alaska when his people parent was headed to Iraq to fly helicopters…anyhoo, Odie flew down to live with us in California and was the best kitty. He lived with us for 10 years, went north to Washington for 2 years and then back to southern California where he crossed the rainbow bridge…he had cancer and it wasn’t fair to keep him and he be in pain…enjoy your son, they grow so fast and are full of love ❤️
Love your little son!!! Just a tip from a veteran cat mom with 20 years experience: put away wand toys when not playing with them, and make sure all string-like materials are out of paw's reach. When one of my cats was young, he ate a piece of floss he pulled out of the garbage! He ended up passing it, but it could have been a life threatening situation if it had caused an obstruction. You are doing great as a new cat mom! So happy for you.
Having a pet will always have the fear of the end, but the joy of having them and establishing routine with them overrides it. It takes time to fall fully in love too, you love them immediately but that deep connection just takes a little more time!
I’m the proud momma of a 5 months old black kitty named Luna. Yesterday was 3 months she’s been living with me and she’s the love of my life. You have some tough times ahead but the joy they give you (as you know) is worth it. ❤️
Hi Chelsea! I'm a Jamaican living in Costa Rica. I'm a cat mom too and I was going to suggest that you change the kind of litter because when I first got my kitten last year I was using those same pellet looking litter and was having no success with getting her to poop in the litter until the vet recommended I change the type of litter. It's hard for the kittens to move the heavy pellets around to cover when they poop. So the finer ones are easier for them. Welcome to the cat mom 'support group' . Routing for you and Gordo❤
Gordo is so stinkin’ CUTE!!! He has one of those cute faces that will remain cute as he grows up. ( I once had a cute kitten that grew into a not-so-adorable cat 😆) But I still loved him so much! Another idea for cord covers is wrapping them in tin foil… my cats didn’t even bother with them after that. 👍 You’re doing great as a mama ❤️ you are already his human! 🥰
100K!!! 100K!!!! WoooooHoooo! Congrats, Chelsea!! And sweet little Gordo couldn’t have asked for a better cat mama than you. ❤️ Melts my heart to see the two of you taking care of each other! I’ll clink to that. Clink, clink! ☕️😻☕️
I understand the worrying about Gordo being well and healthy. One thing I’ve learnt about having a few kittens is that they are extremely hardy and resilient! They know that they are being looked after and loved. Gordo will have the best life with you ❤
He is beautiful! I adopted a kitten during the pandemic and 10 days later she gave me cat scratch fever. That was crazy and certainly not easy but we got through it and she’s 4 now and my ❤. Those first few months can be crazy but it’s so worth it. Enjoy it!
I got a cat after living alone for twenty years or so. He was born on my own birthday which clinched the deal cosmically. Anyway, I worried at first but they are independent (though responsive to boundaries! Which you must/can set!) I now can't imagine coming home to a silent house like I did for decades. Wish you exactly that. Cats are the greatest. Cat mom/dad moments will be a thing, fears, firsts, all the things.
The anxiety around getting a new pet is REAL. I was terrified to leave my new pup alone for more than a couple minutes. My previous senior pup had passed away suddenly while I was gone getting groceries and it nearly destroyed me. It took years for me to get another companion. When I did, I was constantly worried she’d hurt herself or get into something dangerous (even though her area was puppy proofed). I talked about this with my vet at her check up and she assured me that animals are very capable beings and need their independence. They are also able to pick up on our anxiety. She had suggested getting a pet cam so that I could still monitor her but not constantly check in on her so she doesn’t start to develop that habit as well or get anxiety when I’m not constantly there. I know cats are different BUT a pet camera helped me so so much. I can just pop on and check on my girl whenever I’m out of the house and even when I’m home without disrupting her. Knowing I can check on her whenever I want has eased my mind so much that I rarely feel the need to use it now that she has gotten older. You’re doing great Chelsea! He is so lucky to have you and you him ❤
We have six horses, two dogs and a cat. I had a cat that I got at age 22 and he lived to 21 or 22. The only advice I know is love them completely and enjoy your time together. It will go by too fast. Feed them well, care for their mental wellbeing as best as you can and have no regrets. You're off to a great start, and you two are going to have a beautiful life together.
If you consider getting Gordo a cat wheel, make sure it's large enough so as not to put pressure on his spine (when he's bigger). 48inches internal diameter is a good size. Those made by Ferris Cat Wheel International are really good quality, stable and safe. In the UK it's imported and branded as Cazami Cat Exercise Wheel, in North America it's Ziggydoo. There are some videos on RU-vid showing the wheels in use.
