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Since I pretty much had to accept that by now there is little hope of my beloved Rolli returning, my Mom and I went to the animal shelter to take a look. It was planned that we take one cat at the most but since the little critter would have to spend the day mostly alone due to us working, it would have seemed cruel to subjugate a really small kitten to that.

So, as of today, we have two new additions to our home: a pair of twelve-week old rambunctious brothers, one gray and checkered, one black. Currently, they are roughhousing and/or exploring the house. I'm sure they'll greatly enjoy our big yard once they'll be allowed outside since ultimately, they will be outdoor cats but are gonna stay inside for a week or two to get settled. Will have to observe them a bit more to choose appropriate names.

I will also say, my respect to the people volunteering at the shelter. So many animals looking at you with big, hopeful eyes, begging for some attention. I'm not a dog person but even their sad eyes got to me. Since we recently had a very, very bad dog incident in our general area, I'm guessing their chances of getting adopted have slimmed considerably. Sigh.

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Thanks, I still miss Rolli but the new kittens are helping. It feels nice to have a fluffball purring on your lap once more.

As for pics, I'll see what I can do. :)

Also as a dog person i beg you not to judge all dogs

Oh, I don't judge them. It was just that quite recently a small child was killed by four dogs in a little town close by. Not that I blame the animals, it was irresponsible of the owners to leave the child alone with four big dogs and they just gave into their hunting instinct but unfortunately, I fear it will make people wary to adopt larger dogs from the shelter right now.

Personally, I am somewhat afraid of dogs which they of course feel, too, so I couldn't have one as it would be unfair to both of us.

Oh, it's so sad to hear. Awful story *hugs* How could adults leave a child alone? *shakes her head*
But i'm glad you don't blame dogs (though i think they were put to rest, it's usual practice :( ).
You know, the only treatment for your fear of dogs is to have one :) Really having a dog makes you understand how they *work* and no, you still will feel fear sometimes but it'll be *smart* fear so to speak because you'll know what to expect from a dog. Usually you can read them pretty well and know when you should back off.