NEW ANIMAL ALMOST ENDS IN HEARTBREAK

[@danibird6x2]

I would get a litterbox for inside - especially since you'll probably want her indoors during the winter and dogs are VERY attracted to eating cat poo because it's high in protein. And if they don't learn when they're young, they won't use the litterbox when they're older. Since you have known issues with predators, I would train her to come back inside at night on a regular basis for Callie's sake. Also, some cats don't really like being outdoor cats so don't be offended if she doesn't want to be an outdoor cat. Unless cats are raised outside by their parents it can be hard for them to learn how to be an outdoor cat and survive more than a few days or weeks because they don't have that feral instinct to survive. As far as the scratching, scratch posts and regular nail trimming can help.

[@bettycox2396]

Stop.interrupting each other.

[@crustyrash]

So that's why they eat the cat poop. I solved it with a top entry box. I didn't realize that some cats don't really like being outdoors. SCRATCHING: I agree about the posts. They come in all sizes and shapes such as upright, loungers, etc. Try out different ones and have a bunch available.. I wouldn't be surprised if Philip made his own out of cardboard. Cat tape has been a lifesaver--it comes in rolls or wide-ish sheets and is double-sided sticky. They don't like the feel of sticky--at least for my girl she quickly learned not to scratch the sofa.

[@Sarahchip]

Yes, play with her paws and claws a lot now when she's little so that nail clipping will be easy!

[@Sara-gc2zy]

I agree. Indoor / outdoor cats still need a litter box inside

[@kcandyou5263]

With your predators that get the chickens you will likely end up losing the cat if you put it outside. You can train it to be okay outside during the day with yall out there but to always co.e back inside for food and treats and such. If you keep inside you can get rubber tips that cover theor claws so furniture gets protec5

[@maxi3555]

U should always have 2 cats. Cats are very social and do not like to be alone. Plus there teach each other.

[@bluedayz1238]

A couple suggestions for little kitty: - Don’t give her a yarn ball (she could get tangled in it). Use little feather toys or mouse stuffies. It will help her hunting skills. - As she grows give her lots of attention so she stays comfortable with humans (even if she is outside). - Since she will be doing her business outside, put some of the soil she can use in her litter box. Help her associate that with going potty outdoors. - Wait till after she is spayed to let her live outside fully. Bring her outside with you during chores to adjust to the outside life. - it is very recommended to spay unless you wouldnt mind a cat colony living on your farm. - A break away collar with a bell could help you keep track of her - Getting her to recognize the sound of a food bag can help her come to you - flea shots and all that health stuff is highly recommended as well to keep her healthy and strong.

[@phantasma616]

yes on the ball of the yarn. my kitten was left alone with a string for a few minutes and got himself tangled and terrified in it. they really are like babies that need watching with some toys.

[@AidaGoodBueno]

Yes to most of this things except the feather toys, not recommended at all when cats are this small (they can choke) and the collar with a bell, they hate the sound of the bell and drives them crazy

[@melaniescott4214]

Yay!! Everyone that thinks they don't like cats changes their minds when they get one. They can be the sweetest most affectionate pets ❤️

[@angiewood6634]

Nope, haven’t changed my mind and we’ve had a kitten since August.😬 Only kept him because he was a stray we found in our garden.

[@catiedobbs3254]

@@angiewood6634 hahaha 🤣 I totally agree with you! My boyfriend's cats are monsters they scratch the furniture destroy my stuff pee all over the floor I can't wait till they leave not a cat person

[@Tezz-4444]

Cats have helped me and my daughter tremendously as emotional support pets for anxiety, and that’s not even the reason we got a cat. But my cat senses it and will come love on us and lay on us the entire time during an anxiety attack and distracts our minds long enough to get past it and I’m so grateful for him. 🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛

[@bonnieford935]

Hard to believe you got her and didn’t have a litter box lot to learn folks

[@jaynewallace7891]

Keep cute little Brownie as a house cat and get two feral cats for the barn.

[@crustyrash]

I agree. Even for ferals, the outdoors can be a harsh environment.

[@shellitrowbridge1155]

She won’t last long outside, there are many predators out there.

[@bakarangerpinku]

Won’t last in the country. There are too many predators where they live. Ferrils are feral in cities. They have lots of hiding spots. You are wishing death on feral cats and not thinking? Why do you think there are no actual small house cats feral in the forests of the USA? Because we have bobcats and bobcats eat them for breakfast.

[@michelleowens2282]

Not all older cats are mean, cat are just like people they have different Personalities. Older cats Deserve to be Adopted too ! It really Depends on Socialization and how they have been treated.

[@MagicalSoulMindStorm]

Yes! It’s all different personalities and background. A lot of older cats in shelters may take some time to blend into your family because they have had a hard life, but they still want love & to love you in return.

[@shericampos2451]

Y'all have too many predators. An outdoor cat is risky where you are. At least bring her inside for the night or you won't have her very long. Speaking from experience. She's beautiful.

[@bakarangerpinku]

It’s so disgusting how they treat cats. So backward and yesterday. Like my great grandparents.

[@ellenhyslop8913]

So cute!!! Just be sure that if she will be an outdoor kitty you get ALL the vaccines she would need to be a healthy outdoor cat. That means flea and tick meds and leukemia shots. Just little nuggets of wisdom from a vet tech :)

[@crustyrash]

And get them chipped. And hopefully spayed.

[@laurelflint1866]

And rabies & distemper 😍

[@vickisainsbury7052]

And don’t forget to get her fixed so that you don’t find her running away or Tom cats spraying all over your property and get more kittens than you want!

[@melissaalexander6736]

Yes get her fixed by the time she’s 4 months old or she’s gonna be having a bunch of baby kittens.

[@AidaGoodBueno]

@@melissaalexander6736 my vet said to not do it before 6 month, i would say ask your vet…

[@KimlovesOT]

I love cats!! Yay!! A couple tips: 1. play with her right before she eats to promote hunting for her prey. Yarn and string is dangerous because cats can/will swallow it and that’s a major surgery (been there 😩)! 2. Feed her before bed so she won’t wake you up for food. 3. Don’t ever “play” with her using your hands/feet etc. she’ll always look at them as prey and will scratch you if you do.4. Cats that live outside have an avg lifespan of 6-7 years and indoor avg is 14-17.

[@rainfallwoodland8479]

Love your advice! Spot on!!

[@christyturpyn5769]

Yes, great comment!

[@debbielopez6593]

Yes I totally agree ,great advice. We have an indoor cat and she is 16 years old.

[@kaysay87]

My childhood cat lived to 20! He was an indoor cat, although we did let him out on occasion during the summer.

[@andreesimoneau437]

I had a cat that went outdoors all of her life. She was never allowed to stay out at night and had a litter box which she rarely used except during the winter ,months. She lived to be 18 so saying they live less long because they are allowed out is not true. However taking good care of you animal making sure they are safe and that they have a good diet and clean litter will pro long their lives.

[@Louisianamomma13]

I bet Chloe is loving having a “baby” of her own. 🥰 I love to watch animals bond. So happy for y’all!

[@Debnfl]

Lol….can’t wait to hear how this basement home goes. I promise you ALL will fall in love with kitty and she will be one of the family in a real short time. A barn cat? Ha!

[@PhilandAlex]

There have been MANY animals in the house this week, that no one would bat an eye at a kitten. ha ~Alex

[@lorrainekleingunther5632]

Please buy kitty a cat stand so she can sharpen her claws. Shame, don't ban her from the house! That's not fair. Cat's love sleeping indoors. They make themselves comfortable wherever in the house. The cat is adorable! God bless you all with your kitty!

[@WholeFoodSpark]

My kitty turns 1 tomorrow! Highly recommend Jackson Galaxy and The Kitten Lady’s KZbin channel. WATCH THE KITTEN PROOFING VIDEOS PLEASE!! That blanket is not safe. Also with 3 daughters hair ties is another huge risk. Vertical scratchers and window perches are necessity for cats. Jackson talks about this in his “Catification” videos. Too many cat owners think their cat has behaviour issues when really the owner hasn’t given their cat the appropriate toys/tools to be happy. She WILL claw your furniture so don’t ever expect she won’t. You just gotta love her more than your stuff.

[@ingridtyree3284]

Chloe and Brownie are the absolute most precious things together! From one cat hating convert to another.... Brownie looks to be a good one. 😊

[@momeagle36]

Please do not let her go outside birds of prey or other animals will kill her. indoor cats are healthier and live longer. Please make sure she has a litter box, I do not recommend using newspaper once wet it's hard to clean up. She is too young right now to catch mice please keep her in your living area until she older, she will also probably bring you the dead mice as a present after she kills them. Get her a playmate she will do better. kittens will scratch they just don't know any better it improves when they get older. my cats are the biggest love bugs and cuddle all the time. Please make sure to spay/neuter your animals it prevents overpopulation and makes healthier animals and prevents cancer. I have owned cats my entire life and will be more than happy to help you navigate the newness of cat ownership.

[@Sara-gc2zy]

If your hope is for kitty to be a hunter you have to regularly get her dewormed and all vaccines! Also even cats that go outside should still have a indoor litter box, if they have the choice they'll usually go to the bathroom outside but use the litter box on rainy/ snowy days

[@jamiefechnay7849]

I love the new addition to the family! To prevent scratches, I highly recommend using a set of nail clipper for small animals to trim Brownie's front and back claws every 2-3 weeks while she is a kitten. Starting now will make trimming her nails so much easier when she is fully grown. I also recommend microchipping her. If she isn't spayed yet, you can ask for her to be microchipped at the same time.

[@commonsense6967]

Cats have sharp claws for a reason, it's how they protect themselves from predators. OK for a strictly indoor cat, though.

[@jodeming5088]

Get a litter box. Cat pee is impossible to get the smell out. You can also get a harness and walk her outside to go potty. They can be very loving as well. Good luck, she’s very cute.

[@sarajundi8946]

I've had cats all my life, we live in the country, and our cats are indoor /outdoor. Routine is actually really important, our cats, Chicken Little and Nala, can go out as much as they want, however they do each have a litterbox indoors. They each have their own food bowls and every night their beds get put up on a high surface with a spray of catnip we also have a cat CD with music that really does put them to sleep. Cats like to sleep higher up, they don't really like being on the floor. God so please do not give them milk as lactose is not good for them there is a special kitten milk but your kitten is old enough to be eating solid food. We do keep them inside at night-time because they can easily get infections from fighting with foxes are other cats out at night. Handle your kitten as much as possible and they will grow to love the attention! ❤️ Lots of love from Ireland!

[@PhilandAlex]

They're names are the best! Love from here all the way to Ireland friend. ~Phil

[@LegendWings]

So happy you've welcomed a kitty into your home! As someone who grew up with cats on the farm, I would encourage you to consider letting her be an indoor cat in the evening hours at least. With the wildlife you've had around you I would be wary about her falling pray to a fox, wild cat, or coyote (even as an adult cat). Excited to watch your little homestead grow!

[@MKCarol-ms7lg]

My grandma always said that the best mousers on the farm were trained by their mamas. There is an instinct but training by an expert is useful in all activities for any species, including humans.

[@MagicalSoulMindStorm]

I agree! Cats should be inside at night (at least.) I’ve had lots of cats. A few were inside/outside cats, but as they got older we kept them inside. Also true that hunting mice is often a learned skill.

[@catlady4799]

Agree

[@Louisefenner]

If you are in an area with wild animals it’s best she is somewhere safe at night. Our cat got taken by a wild cat because we let her stay out at night. Was very sad and we felt guilty for what happened.

[@msmaddy2]

Kittens are cuddling animals

[@hollyelliott8653]

I think she needs a litterbox for when she is indoors. If she starts going anywhere else inside your house, it may be hard to break that habit.

[@rainfallwoodland8479]

For all things 'cat', check out Jackson Galaxy (he's kind of like the Nanny, but for cats), he's got a lot of insight and wisdom into cats and what makes them tick! Also, be so very careful not to give kitty yarn or other string-like objects (thread, dental floss, tinsel, elastic bands, etc.) as these can be ingested and become life threatening.

[@purrsandwhispers4521]

Rainfall Woodland, you are absolutely right about the strings!!!! YOU SHOULD HAVE THE SHOW, NOT JACKSON 💕

[@megalopolis2015]

The Kitten Lady, Hannah, is another valuable resource.

[@PhilandAlex]

thanks! I'll have to check him out. ~Phil

[@lorenadunne4199]

@@PhilandAlex he's amazing!!!

[@bumpybackroads1581]

Yes! My aunt had a cat that would eat hair ties and they didn’t know it until she stopped eating and drinking water and had to be rushed to the emergency vert and they did X-rays that showed she had a “mass” in her stomach. They paid to have them go in and remove it... come to find out it was a ball of hair ties that had knotted together over the years because cats’ digestive systems can’t break down hair ties. 🤦🏻‍♀️ And I have a child hood friend who had a dog that did the same thing with UNDERWEAR. had to have emergency surgery and they thought they were removing a tumor that turned out to be a ball of matted/congealed together underwear... Moral of the stories? Animals are freaking weird and self destructive and picking up after yourself as if your infant can climb on counters and get in hampers could save your pet’s life!

[@Dan5819]

There are also so many feral cats who would love to be barn cats. Places are overrun with them but the pounds just put them down so there are probably places willing to relocate two ferals (two neutered/spayed ferals) who would be great at catching rodents, etc and live in the warm safe barn at night. Of course, they need to be fed like regular pets --- a well-fed feral has more energy to hunt. They do it for amusement and not always food. So if new kitten becomes a nice indoor cat, the option of saving two feral cats is out there. It would save their lives.

[@jaclyndeboer7912]

We have a cat and dog as well. 🙂 Heads up with the potted plants in the house...some plants are poisonous to cats, so check on that. Also they like to use the dirt as a litter box. I learned that one the hard way. 😬

[@djbrec]

The white cat is the outdoor mouser and Brownie is the indoor princess 😆❤️❤️ How sweet is she? Ps- kittens love playing hunt / chase so any of those teaser toys and birds on a stick are awesome for kittens ❤️ And cat nip makes them insane, great for perking up older cats but kittens do not need it at all.

[@purrsandwhispers4521]

Brownie will need a scratching post that Phil can easily make. And Brownie will know that it’s for her and she will use it.

[@conniestjohn1907]

Brownie is just so precious, I'm glad your story ended positively. I can't believe how much the 3 girls have grown. Cassidy is a real chatterbox now. :) Can't wait for the next video. Take care xo

[@gmomof1739]

Love your kitty’s coloring!!! So sweet. Cassidy is so precious; joy to watch her development!

[@kadeebrehmer]

This video makes me so happy 🥰 I was the exact same way, I had dogs growing up and was 100% a dog person. I got my own kitten when I was 22 and have LOVED cats ever since. It truly changes your world once you experience your OWN kitty. Thank you for giving kitty’s a chance and thank you for loving Brownie ❤️ I love her so much!!

[@jancarlson2165]

Ive had cats my whole life.vyou have to have a litter box indoors. And some cats don't like catching mice. Mice are also loaded with diseases like toxoplasmosis, etc, and cats get worms from mice as well. has she already had her shots and been dewormed? She's beautiful!! ❤❤❤❤

[@terryleonard7673]

Very cute kitten. Cat's eat string and they can't stop eating and it gets caught in their stomach! Take this from experience twice. Both of my cat came close to dying. Also make her a scratching post out of rope or carpet. Cat's need the satisfaction of sharping their claws. Enjoy the kitten stage, so cute.

[@jessicafraser2642]

You should let the cat in when it’s winter and also in the evenings! Protect her. She’s a cutie. Their loving. Also shake a treat bag and give her treats so if she ever goes missing again. You just shake the bag and she will come running. Also get her a collar that has a bell on it so you can hear where she goes and so she doesn’t catch birds cuz she will scare them away ❤️🙌

[@tinydancer7426]

Just have a house cat. Safer and healthier for the cat. Cats can do quite well and be perfectly happy living out their lives indoors.

[@catlady4799]

@@tinydancer7426 Agree

[@jennielauber8308]

You have to have a litter box. They like to cover their waste. Also, make sure if you have a litter box, her food and water are not near it.

[@stephaniegilmore8514]

I love when Phil starts laughing. He makes me laugh so hard. Brownie is so cute. I love the way you are raising your daughters. I wish I could have raised my daughter that way. Hope y’all have a great Easter! Sending hugs and prayers and lots of love. ❤️🙏😎🐣🐰✝️

[@CJ-qj3pk]

She needs to be totally indoors. Find another solution for the mice. The mice are so full of disease you would be giving her those and she would not live long. I know you don't want that to happen especially since all the girls love her so. She is precious and deserves the best life. A litter box is a must. Take care and love to see Cassidy talking so much!!

[@teresanewman4656]

Well said and so very true!

[@badgergirl71]

Brownie is so Cuddly ,Cute!🐱🐈‍⬛🐾 I remember when my kitty was 6 weeks old my hubby and I couldn't find him. As I heard a meow near my dresser as I looked and searched everywhere and kept hearing meow like 4 different times. The I started to pull out one my dresser drawer and popped came Garfield my kitty 😺! I was so relieved when I found him. I'm a big Cat lover and my hubby isn't as he grew to be a cat lover to. Kittens are very mysterious when exploring there world of being safe and loved. Congrats and enjoy your new arrival on being pet parents and your girls being sisters to their little Brownie 😺 ❤️

[@pj89-96]

Get Brownie a friend and Phillip build them a cat stand. they love to be in high places plus a litter box is a must AND they need to be inside til they're used to your place for 2 weeks. They will be prey outside if they can't get away when they're small. fox, coyotes, crows different animals will go after them as they do chickens when they're new and unfamiliar to they're surroundings. It'll be fine once they're older. they love boxes too. they like their own privacy sometimes too. I love that you found Brownie and she does need a friend 😊 I love all of you so much

[@dianecelento4974]

Our cat goes outside 99% of the time, but we keep a litter box in the house too. She only uses it if she has too, like if we leave the house and are going to be gone long, we keep her inside. In other words, I think cats prefer to go outside rather than inside if they can hold it long enough to make it outside.

[@Sara-gc2zy]

Exactly

[@ahoward3819]

Haha, I have an outdoor cat that comes in to use a litter pan and then wants to go right back out. They are all different.

[@ldm61111]

Our cats go in and out as they want. They do their business outside and it's amazing. They are super smart and will go to the door to let us know they want outside.

[@mazukins]

She is so sweet

[@shainaknapp7050]

Cassidy is getting so big! I can’t even believe it! Also- the kitten may not catch mice for a few months. You will want a litter box because she will use it rather than make her self so uncomfortable she goes inside. Our kitty who is almost 1 does not love her box but will never go anywhere else unless we let her outside.. which she prefers as I said! Just a little trick. Cats are very hygienic animals and like to stay clean. I can’t believe I’ve been watching you guys for 4 years!

[@danielle9074]

I grew up on a farm, and have known and loved a lot of cats in my 32 years. Most of them were indoor / outdoor cats (basically adventurous, sporty pets)Some of them were straight up outdoor cats who lived in the barn. And now as an adult I'm on my second inside-only apartment cat. All of those are valid options, depending on your lifestyle A few things 1) Now that she has been in your house, cuddling on your chest etc., the ship has totally sailed on her being 100% outside. It would be unkind / unrealistic to expect otherwise, because she getting used to high amounts of human contact. Outside cat means outside from day one (in a safe place like an insulated, heated barn or garage). 2 She will always need a litterbox in the house. 3. Cats can love sleeping on the couch, and still be awesome mousers. Just get her dewormed regularly. 4. Totally normal for a new kitten to hide like that. You're not bad parents. Congrats she is a cutie, and eventually you'll lose just as much sleep over her as all your other babies. Cats are sneaky like that.

[@yvonnemclaughlin4324]

Our 10 year old cat has her own "Cloaking Device" that causes her to become invisible when ever she chooses to do so. Brownie is beautiful !

[@laurelflint1866]

She's beautiful ❤️ Brownie also needs a litter box. I like the slide litter, because it doesn't stick to the bottom of the litter box. It clumps the pee & the poop, which needs to be scooped daily or every other day. She's to young to be outside!! She would be a snack for a predator!! It would probably be best, to keep her in one of the smaller rooms, with her litter box, bed, food and water. The whole house & the kids might be overwhelming for a baby kitty at first. My cats started out inside only. As they got older or if I adopted a new cat, they started out inside. After about a month, I took them around the house carrying them. Then walking with them, while they are on the ground. I wouldn't let them stay out all night, because of all the predators. Eventually she will be an in & out cat, & catch mice, rats, & moles. Each of my cat's preferred to use the bathroom outside, but that was when they were fully grown. Best wishes 🌿

[@cap32682]

Our family are dog people that also have cats. Our cats, now, also think they are dogs. They come when you call them, they know "sit", "down", "up" and "off". However, that last one seems to be the one they use their ears to ignore most of the time. Our youngest cat, Chaos, literally SCREAMS at the back door when he wants to go out. He even knows the jingle of his leash and harness and comes running! I LOVE that you go a kitten!!

[@joanmilano5302]

Kittens don't kill mice--she is just a baby. She will go after mice when she grows up. Just love her. She is too young to "work". Letting her go outside is putting her life at risk if you have foxes, hawks, or coyotes or other predators. She won't live long. Can't you just love her and let her be part of the family? This kind of makes me sad for little Brownie. I hate the idea that you adopted this precious baby, but don't really want her as part of the family and just want to put her to work even though it will be risking her life. Sorry, but I wish you would have let another family adopt her and really love her.

[@hannahmitchell3630]

I would highly suggest watching Jackson Galaxy videos to help with any and all cat problems. Also… it is always best getting two kittens because they play with each other and just keep each other entertained. So much less work on you guys! 🐱

[@mondohankie]

you definitely need scented scoop litter! Makes all the difference in smell in the litterbox. I have 3 cats and recommend Arm and Hammer cat litter. Also, if she pees on anything, plain vinegar to clean floors or wash laundry (pour it right on the fabric generously. Then wash with regular detergent. Get spayed about 4 months old.

[@elainegoodchild9897]

Please be cautious with 'clumping' cat litter especially with littlies. The product expands when it comes into contact with liquid and thus 'clumps'. Should baby lick those tiny feet and ingest the litter, it is possible to have the intestines get blocked due to expansion. Rather safe than sorry.

[@theelusive11]

@@elainegoodchild9897 My niece put clumping in the toilet and flushed. This went on for a while until the toilet was concrete. Huge mess and a new toilet.

[@heatherimhoff6295]

Please keep her inside, if you want to keep her safe!

[@Ll-er4gw]

Yes she is only 8 weeks 😬

[@narrowpathfarm]

Please wait until she has had all her vaccines before you let her outside! And a litter box she will need with regular litter ( because paper litter will make her pee on anything paper). Then once she lives fully outside and she doesn’t live inside then no litter box.

[@susanthomas300]

Kitties love boxes! That's perfect!🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@sandraserafini4351]

My hubby was never a cat lover, we now have they are old now ,my hubby loves them , they are such good pets , id keep a litter tray inside , they are so good at using them. If ever you loose her in the house always check the last thing you did, we'd find ours in the cupboard when we'd put away shopping ,and I once found my kitten in the fridge, id just made a coffee and got milk from the fridge, unknown to me the kitten had sneaked in , i went looking opened the fridge door and they he was sitting on the shelve looking very cute. Yous will have heaps of fun with brownie .

[@almaeclu]

You can always see if any animal shelters in your area have a barn cat program so you can adopt cats that already know how to hunt and such.

[@anniepattullo8488]

I’m so happy you got a kitty!! They are the best! And I have to tell you.. you got a GOOD cat! They way she is so gentle with the kids, the way she felt comfortable just sleeping on the couch out in plain sight is so good! I’m so happy for you all!! ❤️

[@KirstyM100]

Cats are lactose intolerant so not the best to give milk unless you water it down. She would be best brought inside at night because of preditors. So you will definitely want a litter box for inside. If you don't want her catching birds get a collar with a bell, which will also help you find her. She will find places to hide especially because of the kids and will want to chill.

[@megalopolis2015]

I was hoping that Chloe would be nurturing to this baby. She sure is! It does my heart good. Congratulations on this adorable new addition to your family.

[@lisatracy2914]

Cassidy is too stinking cute. Alex you look like your feeling so much better

[@VerushcaW89]

I love the DIY kitty bed, my daughter has a doll bed we made from a diaper box one Saturday because we were bored. it's been at least 2 months and she still carries it around 😂

[@donnasharples2131]

❤️.. I know you would fall in love. She’s beautiful as is your family. God bless. Happy Easter.

[@pdore96]

Your girls are so nurturing! KINSLEY us going to be great mom!

[@alegnadraw7504]

I have a Brownie and a Whitey (sisters) with same colouring as yours. I read loads about taking care of cats before I collected them. I am now inundated with cat trees, cardboard boxes, 3 litter boxes with natural litter, water bowls and food bowls mostly up high. Mine are now 11 years old. Love them dearly. I’ve always had dogs but being out of the house working for 13 hours was not right to have a puppy. I pray I can give a dog a good home when I retire but I would never want to upset my cats.

[@kaylam6499]

PLEASE don't make her be an outdoor only cat. Cats are part of the family and deserve a clean warm place to sleep and lots of love

[@emilyeg32]

Practice recall training with her, we started ours at 8 weeks. Start by saying ‘Brownie come here’ then give a treat. Do it round the house/different floors and get her to come to you. Once she’s outside you can add a whistle when doing the recall so then she will come running to you when she hears just a whistle. My cats will be 500m away and come running when they hear me whistle. Tractive trackers are another option when she’s outside so she doesn’t get lost xxx

[@magicalvacationplanningbyk3165]

Cassidy is the best Omgosh how can you not smile when she is on the screen! And Brownie is totally going to be an indoor cat 😂

[@margauss]

Thank you for bringing common sense to the bloggers' world. I already love you all , amazing. $70 cat bed is a senseless waste of money. I agree

[@BestKateScenario]

Cats want to be inside with you where it’s warm & safe. Access to the outside during the day, but in the house with you @ night. We currently have 6(!) cats on our 4.5 acres, which is honestly too many cats, but we love each one so much! 🐈

[@wnharms]

Just a reminder that cats are lactose intolerant. And a litter box is a must. Even for outdoor cats.

[@kellylassen6769]

Way too sweet to be left out! My babies are extremely spoiled...and bed hogs!

[@lesliejacobson8263]

I love cats and have had many throughout my life. I have found out the hard way that letting my cats outside have ended in sad tragedies, meaning coyotes, cars, & unknown because they never came back home. I keep my 2 cats indoors now. I trim my cats nails on a regular basis and also brush them. Good idea to take to a Vet, shots, fleas, ear mites, test for feline leukemia. Also, no collar please, they can hang themselves on tree branches. 🐈

[@joanneclifford82]

I'd still have an indoor litter box .. just in case! You can get one with a flap for a door .

[@carmenlarkin8020]

That is so funny how your kitten is trying to warm up Philip. Every cat my husband and I has done the same. They know I love them as I’m a animal lover but my husband isn’t very fond of cats. Like I said every cat we have ever owned is like they know he’s not an cat lover and they are changing his mind. I just love your family and pray for you all the time.

[@cherreellewellyn2421]

I’ve had many cats over the years. If you plan on having the kids play with the Brownie, so she does scratch badly and ruin furniture, learn to clip her nails from a young age, get her used to having her paws handled, and you going through her fur to look for ticks. The more you do this at a young age, the easier it will be when she is grown up. Most cats don’t like having these things done only because it was not introduced early in life. I don’t want to overload you with advice, but if you have any questions, feel free to ask.

[@citticat2]

My kitten used a little box and would catch small lizards but she grew fast and now spends lots of time outdoors (stays in at night) and doesn't use her litter box anymore. She is great for catching mice and birds too and likes bringing them in as gifts. My kitten got out too but she didn't go too far.

[@Bindi111]

I grew up with cats. One thing I’ve noticed is that cats gravitate to people who leave them alone for example Phil. Some cats are cuddley. Some are not. When they are young like Brownie when you first got her, keeping them in a bathroom or a small area like a bedroom is safer. Then gradually let them explore other areas. I also lost one of my cats who crawled into my laundry basket and without knowing I threw clothes on top of him. Looked for him for hours 🤣🤣 Enjoy!

[@tsmith6250]

Kittens have very sharp nails. The solution is to trim off the sharp ends. You can use nail clippers, very easy. Brownie is adorable and will be a great addition to your family.

[@lindanicholason878]

It's so sweet that your canine & feline have bonded ; )

[@rhianevans7189]

That wee kitten is so adorable. You can give her some snacks to eat and for play anything that squeaks or a bird on a rope to train her and can have mice in toys to show her what a mouse is, but they bring in presents for their owner so be warned. The kids absolutely adore her. Much love and respect from Uk x

[@alicialawhun91]

She's precious. I love you all. My cat is almost 13 and she just watches a mouse if one gets in my house. And i'm pretty sure she just told me no when I told her to move. Lol.

[@thrivingexjw2061]

OMG.. soooo cute that Chloe loves her kitty companion so much 🐶😻

[@anathebudgetfriendly5963]

Kitties hides in places we never imagine lol so cute. My first kitten we thought we lost her too, we were looking everywhere in the house to the point we thought we lost her right out the door and hours later we found her in one of kitchen drawer and it was because I open it to get something and there she was sleeping. I scream and hearing the kids running down the stairs from upstairs happy 😃 and excited.

[@malloryneeley7717]

Those sweet little singing voices! 😍

[@happycardosa8149]

Try a collar with a bell that might help she is a amazing kitten!

[@abby.warner]

Get her a collar with a bell. It’s the only way we could ever find our tiny kitten when we first got her. They hide in the craziest of places and it helps so much when trying to find them.

[@aileenkrauchi6553]

“Sorry dada!” Oh my heart!!!!

[@kathyherbert2423]

So great to see you guys have missed you all hope and pray your all well and can see how happy you all are stay safe to next time xxxxlove Kathy from Australia 🇦🇺 🇦🇺 🇦🇺

[@jenniferdavis6608]

It did sound like Cassidy said "I have to e-mail, I have to e-mail" lol, too funny

[@angelaclausing5565]

I have 3 indoor outdoor cats, all 3 of them used a litter box until I got them fixed and right after that they all just started going outside. I no longer have a litter box. They stay up all night because their more nocturnal and if you get 2 kittens they will tackle the mice like crazy. All of mine bring me all the dead mice, and get a scrath post and a few toys she can scratch so she doesn't scratch the furniture. When she's been there a few week, slowly take her outside. Get her familiar with the house and where she belongs well before she goes outside

[@crasicatlady]

Give her snacks and get her used to the sound of shaking the bag. That way she will come out from hiding. Trust me, I've had cats my whole life. :D

[@crustyrash]

It does work.

[@proudstewartfamily]

Yes this is what we do

[@Tezz-4444]

I agree! Most cats are very food motivated! My cat is a hoe for those temptations cat treats 🤣 so I just shake the bag and yell “come here kitty kitty kitty” and he always comes out of nowhere full speed! Lol I had to hide the bag because one time I left them on the table and he literally dragged them off the table and started chewing open the bag 😸

[@crustyrash]

@@Tezz-4444 That's so funny--your cat is a hoe! Mine is too. I fostered a cat for two years and she was super hoe--wherever she was, in a deep sleep, I'd shake the container and she'd coming meowing as she ran. It was hysterical!

[@staceyfreeman6351]

YES!! I keep my cats treat in a drawer. She knows the drawer too. When I start to open the drawer, not even the package, the drawer, she comes RUNNING!!!

[@louisthelips1]

Cats are only as mean as the owners……love all the way x

[@Amy_1292]

So happy she's safe and sound! One tip as she grows older - cats tend to prefer their food and water bowls to be separate from each other, it goes back to their roots in the wild I believe, when they would take their food away from their water source. My cat wouldn't drink inside for so long until I read this tip. Moved her water bowl and bingo! Drank from it from that day on! Good luck and welcome to the cat lovers club 😻💖

[@damama-gc2nm]

Fixed females are the best mousers. Our is sweet, smart , loves humans and very murderous. We keep her in at night so she doesn't kill sleeping birds 😢 but she's out first thing in the morning until about 7pm. We thought she was a scaredy cat at first, but she's just cautious and knows to stay safe from overhead danger. Good luck ❤

[@damama-gc2nm]

On the litter box thing, a friend suggested uses wood pellets. It is way better on all fronts!

[@rachelhaywood833]

Losing Brownie for a little bit is going to be a story that you'll laugh at in a few years. She's so sweet!!

[@Mpemusicacademy]

Our mousers were indoor/outdoor and it worked great for us!

[@sarapaul5337]

I'm so glad you all are back I have missed you..oh boy thoes chicks sire did get big..much love to you all

[@amymelissayano5138]

Our senior female cat, Oreo Cookie insists on having her own human Dollar general hairbrush, and leg roller massager stick. She loves getting her ears cleaned with Q-tips, or wet wipies wrapped on index finger, and gently rubbed on the inside of her ears. She loves fuzzy bullrush stick toy and any strings. She knows different commands like: come, stay, house, all done, go ahead, ears clean, shampoo wipes, snackies, water, ciao ciao, nap time, and night night for evening sleep time. She's gotten her schedule so it works with mommy me is doing. So blessed she's learned these tricks, and commands from me when we got her at 5wks old. Prayers for cat success🙏🙏🙏🐱👨‍👩‍👧‍👧👫🤰👶🇺🇸🇯🇵🌏🗻🗾

[@wendylock6949]

Aww she’s such a gorgeous kitten ♥️♥️

[@NyssaLee]

Oh my goodness! This happened to Mark and I when we got our little girl Akira, she hid under our bookcase and I thought we'd lost her, I was devastated. Then she came out hours later like "hey, can you feed me please" haha Mark was also very anti cats, from night 1 she became daddy's little princess, always at his side. So glad Brownie was found and she looks like an amazing addition to your beautiful family. 🤎

[@karenmcelroy2958]

I went my entire life not liking cats. My husband brought home 5 new born that lost their mama. We bottle fed babies and I fell head over hills in love. We kept 2 of them and lost them last year. They were about 10 years old. One of the most heart wrenching times of my life.

[@stephanielake11]

So funny how Brownie went into the drawer, how did it even get in there?? Was it opened?? Crazy but when I got my kitten I lost it behind my fridge!! I was looking for it for so long too...luckily at the time I lived in a 1200q ft condo so it wasn't that big. It literally somehow went into the tiniest crack & to the back...not even sure how I moved my heavy fridge LOL... Congratulations on getting the cutie...can't wait to see what you all get up to next!! Love you guys!!

[@debragould4674]

You need to start them off with a litter box … then when she gets bigger start putting the box close to the door … then throwthe litter out in the woods. But just remember she’s a baby and a keeper. She is so sweet.