dancing cloud Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 Meet Tozi, cat number 4, who moved himself in at the end of May and has made himself very much at home Called Tozi because he's got an extra toe on each foot (you're looking at the photo and counting aren't you?), he's been around for probably a couple of years and was always a very nervous hissy-spit with a big head and feet and a stick-thin body. He was constantly injured through fighting and I found him in my greenhouse in January with what I thought was a broken leg - leg and paw all curled up underneath him - totally emaciated and with a very sp"Ooops, word censored!" matt coat . My greenhouse, so my responsibility , so I fed him all he could eat and took him to the vets the next day for x-rays and neutering. The leg was damaged but not broken, so back home with me he came for a night of recuperation. I think he ate his own weight in food before he suddenly turned into this really loving cat, rubbing round, head-butting, climbing on my knee - he'd never so much as purred before !. I did tell him he could have a home if he wanted it but come the morning, after another cuddle and breakfast, off he went. I saw a lot more of him after that and he was always very affectionate, but showed no signs of wanting a home till the end of May Bank Holiday, when I opened the door in the morning and he just walked in! It hasn't been entirely plain sailing - Tozi moving in seriously upset my lovely Cleo, who took to fouling the place for a while till she felt more secure - but now we're all settled and he really is a gorgeous cat (and my lovely Cleo bullies him when she thinks no one's looking ). He's eaten so much he's now one big ginger boy, with a really thick shiny coat and he learned his name very quickly as it came with a nice plate of food attached . He adores being cuddled, has learned to play and even purrs in his sleep . Four cats is way too may, but just look at that photo, how could anyone resist? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quickcluck Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 Ohhhhh he is lurverly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 He's gorgeous, and you'd never think to look at him that he'd been deprived of food! What a lovely boy, and what a heart-warming story. Glad to hear that Cleo got over the upset. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 What a gorgeous boy . You've obviously done wonders with him, well done . He's one lucky cat to have found your greenhouse . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 Golly, he looks just like my Biscuit! Love those toes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joojoo Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 Wow he's absolutely gorgeous I'm very but definitely not after any more so he's safe. My 6 would have a dicky fit if I brought another home He's got lovely paws - I was drawn to them but hadn't noticed straight away the extra toes He is a very handsome lad and you must be chuffed to bits that he's chosen to spend his life with you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickvic Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 He's gorgeous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 He is super, a really handsome chap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillfamily Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 What a gorgeous boy...how lucky he is to have found such a lovely home with you :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janty Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 Wow! He's gorgeous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groovychook Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 Just want to squeeze him!!! He's gorgeous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 he looks soooo comfy he is lovely cathy x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 I keep coming back for another look, partly because I'm fascinated by the toes - his paws look like little fists! - but also 'cos it's such a gorgeous picture! My rescue cat has finally begun to occupy the house, she wouldn't come downstairs for months but now she has discovered the garden, she is in and out all day long and has blossomed in confidence. Welly gives her a thump if she gets too close, but she doesn't seem to bear a grudge and I am hopeful that the advent of colder weather will bring them much closer together! It's lovely when things work out, Tozi is a very lucky boy indeed to have found himself in your greenhouse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 ooh it's a while since I saw a cat with extra toes, I love them, gorgeous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 What a lucky boy He's very handsome too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 Oh my goodness, he really looks at home doesn't he. Absolutely gorgeous and I just love his feet. I'm glad its all worked out for you. I love his name too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziggy Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 What a lovely and lucky cat , and what great name for him. I didn't notice the toes at first when looking at the picture, only when reading the post (and yes, did look back at the pic to count ) four cats isn't too many Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickencam Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 He is gorgeous I have never seen a cat with extra toes before. I think it is a real honour when a cat decides that you are good enough to live with . My first cat came to me in this way when she was left behind when her owners did a midnight flit. She had fur like black velvet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 He's gorgeous and that is a great picture!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mostin Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 "You are "Ooops, word censored!"ody until a cat chooses to love you" . You are clearly quite a somebody as you have four of the darlings loving you now. What a beautiful boy he is, with lovely 6 toed feet . I am so glad it's all worked out and you are all living in puuuurrrrfect harmony now . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
