Eloise and I did the hour long trip together, we decided it should just be us and not the full family, as with 3 young children any car journey over about...oooo 10 seconds!... ends up quite loud and boisterous and I didn't want the noise to add to the cats' stress.
So off we set, it was pouring with rain, but at least it meant it was cool in the car. When we arrived we met with Pat and I filled in all the necessary paperwork, and asked to purchase 2 cat carriers, some litter and a scratching post (which reminds me that I must set it up!)
It was starting to get a bit emotional, Floss and Floyd are a well loved pair at Ark on the Edge and although Pat was thrilled to know they were going to a home, she was sad to see them go.
So off we went to the cat runs and the ladies popped our kitties into their carriers. First they got a hug and a kiss from Pat of course, but by this time they knew something was happening and they were scared so it wasn't a dignified moment for either of them, the poor loves!
Once in, we secured them in the car. Floyd in the front passenger seat, and Floss in a rear seat, next to Eloise. The mewed a bit, especially when Pat said goodbye to them, which set us both off crying! After a hug, and a promise that we will take good care of them and send lots of photos we set off for home. Floss laid herself out and started purring, but poor Floyd got a bit upset, and was sick. I pulled over and cleaned it out as best I could (obviously having to be careful not to let him escape) and off we went again. Thankfully he seemed a bit better after this, just panting a bit, but I put the air conditioning on which helped, and he was rather fascinated by the windscreen wipers which were on full speed due to the rain!
We finally made it home, and I finished setting up the dining room for them. Pat had given us some of the (clean, of course!) litter from their litter tray at the animal sanctuary, to put in their one here so it was familiar, so I did that, and I filled up their food bowl and laid out a few familiar toys.
The moment had come to release them into their new home, albeit just one room, but still! Floss came straight out and wanted her chin tickling but Floyd was a tad more reticent. Once he saw Floss getting a fuss he ventured out. Together they sniffed everything and came for more cuddles. Floss was particularly friendly, jumping onto my lap and staying there, rubbing her chin over me, kissing me and kneading my leg with her paws. They even enjoyed a short brush from Eloise, and enjoyed having Ian in because he wasn't wearing any socks and seemingly his feet were delightful...!
After we were happy they were going to be okay, we popped out to get some shopping. Whilst we were out they ate some food and had a sleep, and whilst a bit nervous at first (the boys weren't very quiet when they got in the house) they soon ventured for more cuddles.
They seem very keen to explore other areas of the house, and once the kids are in bed tonight we will open the dining room doors and allow them to explore the living room too, but that will be it until the weekend I think.
So, I think that's it for now. I have some pictures that I will add after tea, so look forward to those!
Sarah
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