My Hero

A few months ago I noticed evidence of Mice (or A mouse) in my house. I put out traps, caught the little sucker (and a bunch of babies) and thought I was done with it. Ha!

I was away last week dogsitting so my house was empty. The mouse (or mice) are still alive and well. It is unfortunate. I am not afraid of mice, but can't stand the thought of them in my house. On my counters, on my stuff. It's gross.

I have had the traps out, and Wicca thinks she can get them. She knows where they (or it) like to hide and would stand and stare for hours if I let her. But I haven't caught any. It's like they learned from last time.

So I did what any mouse hating person would do. I got a cat.



Yes. A cat.

I don't dislike cats, but I am not a cat person. I've actually had a cat, or a few before. After I found a great home for my previous kitty (someone who likes cats, and had the time to spend with said cat) I swore I'd never get another. I just am not home enough for a cat. I felt so bad for my last cat- she was so sociable and would glue herself to my leg screaming the minute I walked in the door. I felt like a total jerk when I found her a new home, but she just wasn't right for my lifestyle.

But these are desperate times. And this time will be different. I am home more often now, and this cat is a pretty perfect fit so far.



The lady at the animal shelter told me he was surrendered because he "beat the crap outta the ladies little dog." Perfect! A cat who will stand up to the dogs. He is friendly, but independent and likes to do his own thing. He is also a mighty hunter and stalks his little toy mouse pretty intently (it's practice for the real thing)

Oh, and he is pretty darn cute. He is a great dark grey color with lots of white. He's got a perfect circle on one shoulder, and a white "X" between his shoulder blades. His face looks slightly lopsided due to the white zigzag on his face. And the grey dot on his chin adds to the overall look. :o)



I didn't go to the shelter looking for anything other than an already altered cat, who had some known history with dogs. This cat was napping when I went in the room, opened his eyes, yawned, had a big stretch and sauntered over to me like he didn't have a care in the world. Once I heard his story I knew he'd be perfect.

So far he is doing pretty good with the dogs. He is very brave and isn't afraid of them. He gave Boone a swat on the first day and now Boone gives him a wide berth. Vito on the other hand hasn't learned yet. Pixel LOVES the kitty, and wants so badly to kiss it. Everytime she walks by she gives him this super funny submissive smile. Wicca ignores him. Mostly things are pretty peaceful.

He doesn't have an official name yet. I suck at names. His original name is Buster. And well, I'm not really a "Buster" kind of girl. My other cats had food names (Ketchup) but this cat needs a hero's name. Something masculine and mighty. I've been thinking of Lance. As in "Sir Lancelot." Geeky Right?



I am totally up for some name suggestions if anyone has any.

So for $10.00! I got an already neutered, adult cat who is a mighty warrior. He is going to help me with my little mouse problem, and teach Vito to respect cats. Oh- and keep my lap warm this winter!