Saturday Sadness and Thanks

Loyal readers, we thank you for all the messages of support regarding Seppo's passing. We are so darn sad about it all, especially my good self as I spent all my time with him in the Sphynxie Suite upstairs. I miss my buddy.  

As you may know, we nekkids are very susceptible to HCM (hypertrophic cardiomyopathy) and although scans can be clear, the can be nasties lurking in our genes. Äiti took swabs of our cheek cells to send to a huge research project in the USA. Äiti does not want to know really if I have a mutation that might lead to it, as it is not treatable and illnesses manifest in many ways. Seppo became really fat with fluid, and had notother clear symptoms. Sadly this fluid build up (the dreaded ascites) very rapidly led to his death. He was in very good spirits until the end (Äiti was adamant he would not suffer), and his sweet nature still shone through. So did his appetite - he was pigging out on 5 pouches a day. 

He was also very snuggly, and we spent a lot of time together. 

Apologies for the poor lighting and dirty blankies - we sphynxies do like to spread our oils around!

This is one of Äiti's favourite pictures from last week.

Seppo was getting a few white hairs on his forehead - a fine mark of the wiosdom of age. However, 10 years is really not enough of an age for his life - we of course wanted many more healthy times with him. But, we are all grateful for the time we had.

Now Äiti is trying to get me to spend more time with the other Felocrats which will be fine by me provided they keep their teeth in their own mouths and claws sheathed!  And of course I get Äiti to myself over night - so I get lots of playtime and cuddles there. She is also thinking of buying me some fishies to watch - how does that sound ?

And here is a jigsaw for your weekend pleasure. Thank you all again for your support.

Seppo

Farewell

 Seppo, 16.06.2013 - 22.08.2023

The most sweet-natured feline Äiti has had the privilege of knowing and serving. A very special mancat.

Wedensday Worry

The worry is our pal Sir Stink-a-Lot, more properly known as Seppo. He has become very fat suddenly, and although we were all worried he was aboput to explode with his noxious gases, apparently this is in fact a build up of fluid which is pretty worrying. He went off to ystävämme eläinlääkäri to be checked and he is on medication. it could be a sign of the vile HCM to which we nekkids are especially vulnerable.

In the meantime, Seppo is allowed to eat whatever he wants, starting with the treats he was given in The Box of Doom after his bloods were stolen. he cares not for the camera, purrs loudly and demands snuggles - he clearly feels okay in himself. Long may that continue.

Sphynxie Saturday

Well, I am not going to call this post Seppo Saturday, since he's not exactly showing his best view to the camera, being far more concerned with vacuuming up teats than posing for a photo. And he fully deserves the stinkeye from me, since he found the snack and I did not.

So last week, Äiti completely messed up the link to the jigsaw. We think it is better she uses a different format link now, and it'll show the picture so maybe it solves all problems. Except the Äiti problem - somehow we think that she will never be solved....
Seppo & Veikko

Wednesday Warm Up

Seppo is waiting very politely for all the snow to melt, for the biting wind to drop, and for Äiti to get the hammock out so he can snooze next to her..... all summer.

 

Wednesday Wolfing

 Jaava, Sampo, Seppo and Mesi were gobbling away at an extra snack. Brave creatures - but only because Otso was outside - had he heard the pouches open he would have tried to hog the lot!

Wednesday Thanks!

Loyal Readers - you are the best!  Äiti has been suitably humbled by your responses in the comments. Especially from our Finnish fan club - tuhannet kiitokset!    So even though she is a miserable scrbie for us, and does not comment on other blogs, you Loyal Readers can forgive her for that and enjoy our activities and pictures. For that we are very, very grateful.

Otso was so happy that he actually rolled in the snow - but where was the camera then ? Nope, nowhere to be seen. Instead Äiti managed to catch him coming inside from Mouse Patrol.

Now Seppo raised his paw in a bit of a protest for our New Year post - he was not happy that his image was only of his fuzzy thigh. So, Äiti grabbed the camera and took advantage of the fact she had just cleaned his ears. What a handsome nekkid.....

... who clearly never got the memo about keeping his eyes open.

New Year's Eve Revolution

We have indeed been busy, and are pleased to announce that we Felocrats have thwarted a rebellion by Äiti. This has had to be handled very carefully, but we are pleased to announce victory. 

It came to our notice - through much staring over the shoulder and pretending to doze whilst Äiti wrote and sent her Christmas missives - that she was thinking about 'winding down the blog'. Jaava here is digesting the implications of this. Jura provides comfort for her.

Sampo was a little less subtle in his horror.

Why was she thinking this ? Otso had to try to find out. He got close to the source - not totally relaxed, he did fool her into some snuggles while he really tried to work out what was going on. He was in stealth mode - ears back and no more than seconds away from a chomp on her hand if needed.

Papu was keen to join in - occupying her chair so she could not sit and type these wicked things on her laptop. 

And at night, well Seppo and I stayed very close to her: I was undercover and Seppo - well, he just sat on her head and showed off his butt-fuzz.

And even Mesi did her best to pin Äiti down, dissolving herself into her very snuggly jumper, which is very popular with us this winter. 

If only Aila had been with us still - she was ace at destroying laptops (two!!). And there is a very good reason we never had plants in the house. This is photo of a young Aila back in England, when there was still some greenery in the flat.

But then we realised that if the laptop were destroyed, maybe the blog would in fact stop. Nope, we need to keep the innerweb connection going. 

And thanks to Loyal Readers who have said how much they like the blog -it will still be produced twice a week. She has relented. She had wondered if it was becoming too 'samey'. She feels guilt at not commenting on other blogs, when in fact she gets comments on ours from a really loyal following, and she knows many more read without commenting. We have a facebook page, but she really does not 'do' social media, and in her increasingly cranky aging process, she is unlikely to change that. But no - the jigsaws and joy will continue for the time being, here on Catio Tales.

And here is a puzzle for you, as we welcome in 2023. May it be healthier, wealthier and more peaceful for everyone; may the times be 'less interesting' for the human race, so that the planet and nature can get on with existing unharmed.  And so Äiti can get taking more photos of us doing exactly the same things as we have done all year - because that is how life should be!

All the best for 2023 to you all!

Saturday sloppiness

After bath time, the best thing is some sloppy wet food, to distribute all over the place. 

Squeaky-clean Seppo (before his messy mealtime) was smudged and filtered to provide the jigsaw today. Have fun!

Just Washed Wednesday

We nekkids got dunked in the bath tub. it does not happen often, but according to Äiti it is not often enough. Seppo, in particular, leaves the bath water a nasty colour! Well, he has short fuzzy fur, so of course the dirt sticks. Anyway, here he is, all clean and shiny. Except his ears. Thise ears will never be clean; he can grow potatoes in those crevasses. 

 

Saturday Snacking

 Apparently, if you turn up the sound, we could be compare to piggies at a trough. Nothing wrong with epicurean delight! Pfft.

And for the jigsaw, Papu's Wednesday paw-tangle has been artified. Have fun solving it!

Saturday Sphynxies

We nekkids are vigilant and active - at night. This is not really what Äiti wants, so she tries to exhaust us with games.

Of course we join in - it's fun.

But we also have plans. Important plans.

For instance ripping open all the kissanminttu toys so that we see loads of pink flying mousies. And have the munchies all night. 

And of course to make loads of mischief.

Here's the jigsaw for the weekend - myself all artified. Enjoy.
 

Weary Wednesday

Seppo and I get to spend time with in the rest of the house with the other Felocrats - and are pleased that Äiti is around to supervise. Afterall, it gets pretty active when Otso, Jura or Papu bring in a live meal from the Catio and all sorts of growling and chasing ensues. They can be mighty possessive when it comes to their mousie snacks. We nekkids stick together, and of course enjoy the facilities downstairs of extra beddies. 

And Äiti trie s to keep us busy and active, since this means she is more likely to get peace and quiet at 3 am..........
 

Nightime Bliss...

Since the last bitey incident, Seppo has been sleeping in with me and Äiti. This has caused her occasional injury as we chase each other across the bed, forgetting her face is fragile as our claws gain traction on it. So we offer her comfort as she tries to sleep. As is required, the Top Cat gets to be closest to her head. 

But I can tell you, if Seppo now chooses to release noxious gases, he will not be safe from biteys even in this sanctuary!

Saturday Shenanigans

Autumn is here, and the weather is wild and windy. There are loads of birdies in the garden, and some of course join us on the Catio - but not for long. Papu does his best to make it up to Äiti by looking as sweet and cute as possible. How could he be a vishus birdslayer ?  

One morning, Äiti came downstairs and was dismayed to find the forward ranks of the mousewatch brigade indoors - more exactly, like this:

There was, of course, a rodent behind all that stuff. The Mousewatch shift continued and later that evening we were all relaxed and ignoring hidden corners and crevaces, so Äiti thought all was well. Nope. The next morning she discovered Jaava and Jura tormenting the mousie, who was still alive. She caught the mousie and took it outside, Beyond the Catio, hoping it would recover from the trauma. 

Now if that has left you traumatised, we apologise and offer this jigsaw for your therapy. Clickity click!

Snacking Wednesday

Seppo had a great time with the kissanminttu apple as Äiti was drifting off to sleep last night. She regretted this when he had the minchies at midnight. And 2am. And 3am. And 4am. And 5am. Then he fell asleep after his breakfast at 6am. Happy work day Äiti!

 

Saturday Squish

 Seppo makes himself comfortable. Äiti has to hold her breath.

His bitey is not quite healed fully, so Seppo is still in the bedroom with me. We are both pretty demanding in the early hours of the morning - this is as good a time to feast as any so Äiti is getting used to filling our bowls at 3am. 

For the jigsaw, we present Papu's sleepy from Wednesday all artified - but you have to click here for it. Enjoy.

Wednesday Wisp

We still have some sunny days, and Äiti is taking advantage of these in her hammock. It would be rude not to join her. But notice, as Seppo suns himself, he has sprouted a little white eyebrow! He is fuzzy but this is his first whisker-like hair so he is showing it off.

I have a couple of whiskers, of which I am very proud. I am less proud of my wounds though; Papu broke into my quarters and started a fight. I do not back down or run away, so I ended up getting bitten and scratched. I was not happy. Äiti was not happy, especially as it seems Papu has learned how to turn push the door latch to get into my safe space. I personally think that is a fail on the part of the designer, which will be you Äiti.

I am now being pilled again with antibiotics which is one of my least favorite things ever. Pfft.
 

Saturday Stuffs

 Summer is drawing to an end, so snuggling inside on commfy beddies, and comfy Felocrats, is becoming more important. Jaava - our matriarch - is able to snuggle with any of us as. Except Otso, but even he is being won round and Äiti spotted Jaava washing his bonce the other day.

Otso and Papu are of course great pals - but not for snuggling, just tussling.  Tessie and Jaava watch on as these youngsters burn off some energy. 

And for the jigsaw this weekend, a nose to nose picture captured during one of the wresslin' sessions.

Happy jigsawing!

Wednesday Warmth

We know that the Heats are affecting many of our Loyal Readers, and bits of Europe are especially sizzly - but not Finland(N).  Seppo and Jaava are finding things cool enough to snuggle together in a very fluffy beddy.  And just look at those paws - how sweet.