This week saw Smokey visit the vet for his second round of shots, some tests, and his de-milling. All went well–except that one of Smokey's Family Jewels hasn't descended, so he's still half-armed. The vet said he'd look at things in a month and decide what to do. All other tests came back negative–no FIV, no Feline Leukemia (FeLeuk). He also swabbed a sample from his right eye to have cultured, so we'll see what happens there. Meanwhile, we have a prescription to treat whatever's irritating the eye.
Since all indicators pointed to Smokey being a healthy cat, my wife decided to let Smokey out of the Master suite and into the rest of the house. I wasn't home, but I understand things were a bit tentative. Smokey, being a young cat, wants to play. Junior, who has been King of the House for eight years, isn't thrilled with the new addition. There have been a few moments between the two, but for the most part, they've done well.
Smokey, the little ginger-colored cat on the scratching post, gets the eye from Junior…
Smokey returns the favor.
Smokey, all sacked out on the scratching post. The destruction was more than likely Junior's handiwork–and you can see just how well Smokey heeds warnings like that…
There have been a few moments–my wife had to use the spray bottle on Smokey earlier today–he's treating everything as his–including Junior's sandboxes and food bowls. Now, just look at Junior–the last thing he needs is another food bowl, yet he's eyeballing Smokey's. I guess Junior feels that what's good for one is good for all. We're trying to keep Junior from Smokey's food bowls and Smokey from Junior's kitter boxes. It seems to have calmed Junior down a bit.
With all the territorial posturing, no fur has flown. Junior's hissed and growled, Smokey's howled a bit, but they haven't fought. Let's hope it stays that way…
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I'll be judging tomorrow at the AMPS/Central South Carolina Chapter's Inaugural Contest. I'll post pictures as I'm able. We're hoping we get a decent showing–we're co-hosting the show with the Midlands Chapter of the South Carolina Modeler's Association. I'm looking forward to a fun day.
The busy week has taken its toll on my sleep, so that's all I have for you right now. Thanks for reading. Be good to one another, and I bid you Peace.