A couple of folk have mentioned that they don't know who Tigger is or much about him, so I thought I would give a brief resumé of his story.
Just a few months after Austin came to us, he started going outside and it wasn't very long before he brought this little tabby home. One day I heard Austin scratching at the door and when I opened it there was my tuxie with the tabby both looking up at me and they were obviously about the same age and the tabby obviously had Austin's permission to come in! Since that day they have been great pals .. sort of!
We (eventually) called him Tigger and he made himself right at home!
I first blogged about this in May 2008, but you can read here about how their relationship developed. It was obvious he was not a stray. Someone wanted this kitty! However, despite asking questions around the neighbourhood, we have not discovered to this day who he belongs to! He just turns up (not every day, but most!) and eats some food and often just goes out again, but sometimes he wants to hang around.
Sometimes they have a face off! (Actually they are about to hug!)
Sometimes they just chill (not that often!)
But mainly Tigger just likes to eat!
As you can see he makes himself right at home and has grown into a fine (huge!) kitty
AND he's quite happy on Austin's pink blanket!!!
They have known each other well over four years now and they get up to all sorts of mischief! We have to be careful though, as Austin is a bit spiky at the best of times and he needs to be sure that everyone knows who is the king of this castle!
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cocktail, cock-tail - what Tigger does in front of the crocosmia bush
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You´re beautiful!
ReplyDeleteoh so loved being reminded of how Tigger came to be (almost) part of your family. I was also wondering if he actually had a 'home of his own' but it seems not - wonder where he goes or sleeps at night tho (maybe in the Summer house?)
ReplyDeletehave had a chuckle at today's dictionary word definition :-)
love the word of the day!! Too funny that Austin brought him home - guess Tigger knows a good thing....even if only off and on :)
ReplyDeleteAustin knew you were a soft touch, and there was enough food and attention to go around!
ReplyDeleteTigger is really a beautiful cat ... reminds me of Tanner, which may be why I am so fond of him!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for clarifying their fun friendship. I suspect Tigger is a two-timing cat with another part-time home. The only way to find out would be to have him wear one of those cameras. Or maybe tie a note to a collar?
ReplyDeleteMowzers, Austin! You brought home a BUDDY? That's so cool!
ReplyDeleteAllie wishes our neighbor kitteh wouldn't have so many cocktails in *OUR* yard. HRMPF.
Thanks so much for posting about the giveaway on your blog today!!
I knew who Tigger is but I didn't know he had been around that long. He does sort of make himself at home. Does Austin ever try to follow him?? Take care.
ReplyDeleteI didn't know that Tigger Tale, thanks so much for telling us! He is a handsome tabby!
ReplyDeleteI liked reading Tigger's story. I will not be friends with ANY other cat, although I was on speaking terms with my old pal Elvis Pussley, who I communicated with through the screen door. As long as was on his own side of the door, that was fine.
ReplyDeleteI like Tiger~
ReplyDeleteMe and Lego we wrestle but also peace everyday, we fight or wrestle daily several times, but we share a bed~ I guess I can understand Tiger's feeling.
We cats all set up our own terms, don't we? I enjoyed Tigger's story.
ReplyDeleteYour word of the day is funny, as always and ve know vat u r talking about, hehe
Tom
How nice, the hugging part :D
ReplyDeleteCotton
It's cool that Austin has a buddy to hang out with. Tigger looks like a friendly guy.
ReplyDeleteI didn't know Austin had a bud! Love it! Hi Tigger.
ReplyDeleteI wonder where Tigger goes when he's not at yours..I'm poping over to do the competition :) xx00xx
ReplyDeleteMollie and Alfie
I enjoyed reading about Tigger and I have been very curious about him. I love that Austin brought him home. I so wonder where he otherwise lives and I would love for him to have a way to carray a message but he is like me and Austin..we don't wear collars. Of course I don't because mean ol' mommy makes me stay inside all of the time.
ReplyDeleteLoved the Word of the Day too. Austin, you are most excellent at etymology!
I loved learning more about Tigger, I've just assumed that he was a neighbor's cat who visited your house now and again. Interesting that you still don't know who he belongs to! Cats are such fascinating little creatures, I wish he could tell you where he goes when he's not with you and Austin.
ReplyDeleteLove the picture of the face-off! I hope they hugged and made up. :)
Tigger is a cutie! I am soooo partial to the Tabby Boys!! Looks like Austin likes him awfully well too!
ReplyDeleteThis was such a sweet post to read...Tigger is adorable.
ReplyDeleteLove the word of the day! LOL
So nice to hear more about Tigger, and the real term for that stand-up tail thing.
ReplyDeleteMeowlo Tigger! You sure are handsome! PURRleasure to make your acquaintance! And Austin, we LOVE your "Word of the Day"!!!
ReplyDeletePURRS!
Selina
Catzowey Tigger! Youza smart meowster and making my Tiger Tabby self purrrrroud!
ReplyDeleteI loved reading about Austin & Tigger. Tigger looks like our Sammy, who was rescued form Animal Control and like Tigger, is very friendly & always hungry. Here's our Sam:
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Aww. Tigger is cute! I love how you've adopted him:)
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Enjoyed Tiggers' story. His coat is very similar to Olde Granny's (and she tend to carry a pound or two now)
ReplyDeleteNice to have such a good friend, Austin.
Austin knew what he was doing! Tigger IS cute!
ReplyDeleteAustin is so lucky to have found a playmate! How nice he brought him home to you :-)
ReplyDeleteOink oink,
Katie and Coccolino the mini pig
tigger; any kitteh whoz all bout foods iz R kinda pal !! stop by trout towne when ewe R knot chillaxin on austinz chair...we haz food on de grill 24/7/368 !!!
ReplyDeleteHow sad actually to know there are what Leader Otis calls "Limbo Kitties"...those who have 'owners' but not Guardians..meaning they get fed, but maybe not regular vet checkups and certainly not much play time and cuddle time. Glad Tigger found you
ReplyDeleteAustin! I *loved* reading about Tigger! I bet he has "home" #2 somewhere in your neighborhood where he can get a few noms on days when he hangs out elsewhere ;-) You guys look very chill together. Do you think Tigger would like to come for a brewski with us one evening??
ReplyDeleteSuch a wonderful story. Maybe one day when Tigger leaves you could follow and see where he goes.
ReplyDeleteWell, you must have better noms at your house! MOL. Do you think he really has a home, or just likes being a free agent? Maybe he eats and sleeps at a bunch of houses all over the neighborhood. :-)
ReplyDeleteAwwww , boy´s you are just tooo cute in the hugging picture *mol*
ReplyDeleteI like Tigger the mysterious. After 4 years still he keeps it that way.
ReplyDeleteGreat that he has a home with you.
Wow so Austin brought home a furiend to play with that is so unique. It was truly meant to be and they seem like regular bros.
ReplyDeleteMaybe tomorrow should be our threesome outing? Let's get Tigger drunk and ask him where he spends the days when he's not wif you. Does he hab a gurlfriend, do you fink?
ReplyDeleteThat's typical cat ! they just move in !
ReplyDeleteQuick Austin, wez need your vote on the virtual pumpkin conest at Sammy's. You can vote for the real ones too :) xx00xx
ReplyDeleteMollie and Alfie
Tigger looks a lot like my cat Pippin!
ReplyDeletestrange to see a tabby with spots I wonder if he has bengal or savanah or egyptian mau in him as those three breeds are the only unes with spots
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