From Russians to Anchovies with love

Andrei & Alexei, the last of the Russian Circus Troupe kittens, have found a home! They moved in with a young couple and their very cat-friendly dog.

FIRST REPORT: The boys spent their first evening in the bathroom, which they immediately investigated every corner. We have a large walk in shower with a wall nearly to the ceiling, and they both managed to get up there pretty quickly too. They had a highly amusing wrestling match in the shower and were quickly tired out.

This morning, we let them out into the bedroom, where they explored every corner. Just a couple of hours of bedroom investigation and Andrei (now Hamsi) was ready to head downstairs. I took Sanuk, the dog, for a walk, so that they could take a look around without bother. We introduced Sanuk when we returned, and now they are cautiously getting to know one another.

You weren't kidding when you said they were incredibly self-confident. Sanuk is delighted, and though she gives them plenty of space, she is quite taken by them and eager to get a good sniff. Everyone is calm and comfortable, and Alexsi (now Yhavro) has curled up on my lap. I think they are feeling quite at home. We are so excited to have them here with us.

Just a note, their new names both mean "Anchovy" in Turkish and Greek, respectively. We'll send some photos and more updates soon. JS~

SECOND REPORT: The boys are doing really well! They have free run of the house and are finding their favorite spots already - their nest on top of the washing machine, a "cat cave" underneath a low table covered by a tablecloth, and a bed on a chair at the kitchen table (which I put there so that they could be social while we cook and clean up).

Hamsi (hahm-seh, formerly Andrei) is proving to be a fearless explorer, while Yhavro (yhah-vro, formerly Alexsi) is an eager and affectionate cuddler. We have been playing with some feathers/cat chaser kind of toys, and the dog (Sanuk) apparently likes to play this game too. I have to make her sit and let the kitties have a turn. Sanuk (which means "fun" in Thai language) is learning not to chase them - she gets so excited when they are all playing.

The boys are learning not to jump on the counters or the bed, and while I thought we'd have epic, night-long battles over sleeping on the bed, a couple of scoots and everyone finds a comfortable place in their own bed. No problems with allergies, but we want to start off with good habits. Attached are couple of pictures and a little movie.



Hamsi is quite taken by the washing machine. He watched two loads yesterday, and then scratched at it first thing this morning. I'll keep sending more as cuteness arises.

Thank you and Rosie's Red Lake Rescue for all you do. We feel so fortunate to have found these little guys, and they are a perfect match for us. We are all very happy.

JS~