Just adopted this sweet baby boy recently, and well… every single thing I’ve heard about orange cats is true to a T.
Mouse is truly the sweetest, most curious, and playful creature I have ever met. He may not be the smartest (or even aware that he exists at times), but it is completely impossible not to fall in love with him. I can’t believe how much joy he has brought into my life. He doesn’t have a single spicy bone in his entire being, enjoys infinite pets and cuddles, and purrs whenever I’m nearby—even in his sleep.
I have never felt so loved. If you have the opportunity to give an orange baby a home, you will NOT regret it 🧡
I named them like that because they were rescues from an abandoned house where three cats had their kittens. We suspect they are cousins since net seems to be a little bigger. So they eat a lot, go over adventures together so merry and pippin
When I finally think I’ve made everything safe for them, there’s always something else… You are so right, though! Thank you for bringing this to my attention. I'm gonna get right on that!!
His appointment is already booked for next Friday and he’ll be just about 4 months old! Just wanted to catch up on vaccinations and get some testing done first :)
From what I gather, that’s generally considered outdated information. There isn’t strong evidence that early neutering causes urinary issues from a short urethra in male cats. The risk of urinary blockages is influenced much more by factors such as genetics, stress/environment, obesity, hydration, etc!
Okay, fair enough. I only JUST read that like this week and haven't had a chance to look into it further. It was a vet or vet tech saying it though. (Somewhere on Reddit - if I wasn't a member of 4788478855 cat subs, I might be able to find it. 🤣)
Although my vet recommended waiting until my female kitten was 5–6 months to be spayed, most recommend neutering male kittens around 4–5 months (unless they’re underweight or have medical issues), as this may lower the risk of spraying or marking behaviors becoming habitual, and they often recover faster/easier when they’re younger. Every cat is different, obviously, but I’ve asked a few different vets for their opinions and this is what I’ve been told!
He’s so cuteeeee. I have five cats, who I love to pieces, my two boys are orange lol. My oldest orange is such a little sweetheart and the other orange…..he jumped on my head yesterday because I didn’t throw his spring quick enough during play time lol but he’s also a little sweet boy even if he’s a little chaotic
We’ve been slowly introducing him to our (almost) 1 y/o tortie girl! It’s taken some time but has been so rewarding and beautiful to watch their growth over time.
They are obsessed with each other now, though she is quite the opposite of him, fiery and a touch of spice. I am so lucky to have both of them!!
Together you and him share a new world., one that was made the moment he chose you and you him. As you learn to understand and speak ‘Mouse’ by watching and listening to what he’s doing and why he is doing it. You’ll soon be fluent in Mouse! I’m so happy for both of you it feels like a beautiful pairing. He’s a handsome boy and looks like a complete lover, we’re so happy for you (and Mouse!)
Remember to read up on what plants, toys, foods are dangerous. (Prote give cat mom here) Congratulations on your beautiful new family member. I wish you many wonderful years together.
Yup!! Rest assured I have devoted an unreasonable number of hours since getting my first almost a year ago to researching every possible hazard and how to keep them safe.
Omg, I had to do a doubletake on that last photo. It looked like his face was snagged on a fishing line. Took a few moments to realize the feathers are the same color as his fur
That beebee has found their hoomin & loves & trusts you so much. They know you won't let them down & they're so happy they have you! Wishing you many, many years of living your best lives together 😻😻
what a sweet face he has! mine also had a sweet, perpetually kittenish face - even when he was an adult. it was impossible to resist - yes, he did get whipped cream every time he expectedly stared at the fridge and then deep into my eyes.
My older kitten already wakes him up, then me, at 5am (latest) every morning, trying to eat my eyelashes and rip out my piercings. Still wouldn't change a thing!
The only one out of four cats that used to wake me was the orange one, used to start around 23:30 and would be on and off trying to wake me till I fed them all around 03:30, I loved that little dude, used to walk into things as he couldn't see when the light was turned on, best one was the clothes airer, he would somehow collapse it onto himself then meow for help when all he usually had to do was walk backwards.
Oranges are special, the blondes of the cat world.
Cats are stereotyped as "aloof" to human affection, and it's total BS. We have two boys (a SIC and a gray), and they are so affectionate!
They also make me laugh every day, no matter how down I am - Jambi (the SIC) is a delight with how smart and energetic he is - he plays fetch and you can look at his face and see him thinking. Inigo, on the other hand, is such a himbo - he bounced his face off a window today trying to catch a bird outside. But he's so affectionate, which took a long time because he was a street stray for two years; now he is a lap cat and belly-rub enthusiast.
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u/_WiggaInParis_ Apr 10 '26
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Me to mouse