Chumley!

For those that don't know, we christened Charlie's new name a couple of days ago. He's been with us full time for about six weeks.

He's not the same love bug he was in the trailer, but he is SUCH a sweetheart. He does love having his big fat cheeks scritched (and his chin!). He sleeps in bed with us at night. At some point he usually moves to the pillows above my head.

...And even though he doesn't have his "purr up" the way he did next door, it'll come. There's too many kitties to be relaxed enough - just yet - to tolerate too many pets. But he does like to "hold my hand."

June - the scruffy cutie in the trailer:



Enjoying the top of the cat tree:



The cutest tummy EVER!



Holding my hand - I don't want more scritches but I love you mommy!

OH! I totally forgot to mention - now that he's been on a much better diet for... a little over three months - than whatever he was eating outside, his fur is becoming SOOOOOO incredibly soft!

Laurie he really looks like he is thrieving with you

Handsome boy that he is

You can tell his coat has improved in the later pictures. It actually looks like he'd be soft.

There's just something about him, he's a big cutie. I think it's the expression he often seems to have - curious.

I hope he settles in soon so he can relax.

You can definitely tell he has a gorgeous coat! His belly looks so soft!! I love big old male tabby cats!! He looks so sweet.

Originally Posted by strange_wings

You can tell his coat has improved in the later pictures. It actually looks like he'd be soft.

There's just something about him, he's a big cutie.

I think it's the expression he often seems to have - curious.

I hope he settles in soon so he can relax.

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There is "just something about him," and we don't know what it is! He IS such a cutie. You know, we were thinking it might be that he has such a "kitten" attitude about everything. His face just LIGHTS UP whenever we grab a wand toy. ANYTHING moves near/around him, and he's ready to play - but yet it's in this grown up chunky tom cat body - and he's got those chunky legs and chubby cheeks... (Can you tell we're in love with him? ).

Yes - that "curiosity" expression!

Ohhhh that gorgeous boy was just meant to be! I love his markings! So handsome.

Aww, those are great pics, he looks so happy!! And it sounds like you and Gary are just as happy as he is that he's with you. So sweet..

Chumley has really blossomed under your care!!



(I like the new name)

We like the new name too. It really fits him. (Also for those who don't know, Chumley was the best bud of Tennessee Tuxedo. These are cartoon characters from the 1960s. Tuxie was named after Tennessee Tuxedo. Tuxie and Chumley (as our kitties) aren't best buds... but Tuxie's quite sweet to him, even though Chumley's really best buds with Billy. ).

Chumley loves a good bath.

It just makes us smile to see him smiling!

Awww, Laurie, he is such a cutie and clearly so happy to be with you guys!

Love the new name too.

There's just something about him that is completely & totally irresistable.

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There's just something about him that is completely & totally irresistable.

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The funny thing is that there really is! The vets and staff at both vet practices he's been to are in love with him too.

Aw, Laurie! He looks so fabulous and healthy and sleek and happy. His markings are so beautiful. What a handsome boy.

What a sweet boy! I just love his chubby cheeks and smug expression! He know's he's got it going on, and he wants everyone to know it too!

Chumley's a babe magnet! Who could resist that handsome boy?

Oh, wow, he's come such a long way in such a short time. You and Gary are so awesome, I do not know HOW you manage to do it, but you do!

Chumley - I used to LOVE that cartoon, LOL! (Does that date us?!)

He's definitely thriving. And how very special that he likes to hold your hand. Miss Squeaky held mine earlier today and I was able to get a picture of it (is in the thread I posted.)

They really do appreciate it when they get love and proper care!

What a total little love bug he is! He's done so well under your love and care. You can see it in the condition of his fur as well as his expression. So glad he's found a forever home with you.

I love his name! And he's beautiful!

Originally Posted by LDG

We like the new name too.

It really fits him. (Also for those who don't know, Chumley was the best bud of Tennessee Tuxedo. These are cartoon characters from the 1960s. Tuxie was named after Tennessee Tuxedo. Tuxie and Chumley (as our kitties) aren't best buds... but Tuxie's quite sweet to him, even though Chumley's really best buds with Billy.

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Chumley loves a good bath.

It just makes us smile to see him smiling!

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This picture really sums up how happy Chumley is now. Priceless.

I LOVE him!