Confession #1: If you consider your pets your children or part of the family, I’ve laughed at you and I’ve probably rolled my eyes as well.
Confession #2: I’m now one of you.
A couple of months ago, I adopted a kitten, and I am so head over heels in love with her, I can hardly stand it. She’s my little fluffy baby, and I absolutely adore her.
I named her Pinot.
This was her first photo. Blurry, but I love it anyhow!
And she’s all kitten. All.of.the.kitten.
She wakes me up in the morning by either pouncing on my feet, walking on my back or tunneling under the covers, and then she’s rarin’ to go! She zips around like she’s in a pinball machine!
Did you know there are two kinds of cats: tree dwellers and bush dwellers? Guess which one Pinot is… sigh.
She just keeps going and going until she has nothing left, and when I say nothing left, I mean it. One minute she’ll be ping-ponging across the floor, and the next she’s sound asleep no matter where she is.
But when she wakes up, she’s adventuring once again.
No matter how times I put her down on the floor, she jumps back up for further investigation.
And anything that has room for her to fit inside, she’ll fit inside.
The only thing that slowed her down a bit was when she got spayed and had to wear an Elizabethan collar for a couple weeks. She was such a sad baby.
But she still managed to get into trouble.
She’s the busiest, nosiest, climb-iest, most energetic little kitten I could have ever imagined, but I love her with all of my heart.
And she loves me too.
I can’t imagine not having my little Pinot, and I’m so happy I adopted her.
Can you believe out of the 3.4 million-ish cats taken in by animal shelters in the U.S. each year, only half of them are adopted? It breaks my heart, and it’s the reason I’m partnering with Purina Cat Chow in support of their “Nutrition to Build Better Lives” program.
Since 2013, Purina Cat Chow has donated more than 845,000 in food, supplies and renovations to improve the rescue, nutrition and adoption of shelter cats. The aim is to deliver great nutrition to the cats in the care of these wonderful animal welfare organizations to help them get healthy and ready for their forever homes.
How can you help?
It’s simple. During the month of July, for each bag of Purina Cat Chow you buy, a meal will be donated to a cat in need through Rescue Bank*, and the goal is to reach five million meals. Buy a small bag, buy a big bag. Any size triggers the donation!
Buying a bag of cat food is such a simple act, and it helps not just one cat, but the entire cat community-at-large. If you don’t have a cat and don’t need to buy cat food, remember you can still buy it and give the bag to your local shelter. They’ll be very grateful; trust me!
Find out more about Purina Cat Chow Nutrition to Build Better Lives program.
*Rescue Bank is a non-profit organization that operates on a national food bank model to collect and distribute high-quality pet food and other supplies to a network of pre-qualified animal welfare organizations throughout the United States. These organizations are able to use the savings from their food budgets for critical veterinary care to increase the adoption of healthy pets.
Have you adopted a cat (or cats)? Tell me about them!
Emily says
What a sweet kitty! I love her name! She sounds like shes a purfect companion and is lucky to have found you too!
Alissa Apel says
Your cat sounds purfect. She’s not the type that runs under the bed where no one can find her. You got some great pictures of her.
Joanna says
I have 2 cats myself and they are part of the family since they were born. I love them to bits and to be honest, they are the masters of the house 🙂
Lisa Rios says
I think most will agree with you on your 2nd confession as kittens are such cute pets that anyone would love to have at home. Pinot looks cute & I love how she is so much involved in to those investigation process anytime!!
Jenni says
I’m not a cat person but she is very pretty x
Kayla @ TheEclecticElement says
Okay, that cat is beyond adorable that even I can’t take it! Such a beautiful little fur baby you’ve got there and from the looks of it you’ve got your work cut out for you *wink wink*
WhatLauraLoves says
Now I’m not a cat person as I’m allergic but your kitten is absolutely gorgeous <3 xxx
David says
OMG, a-d-o-r-a-b-l-e. I’m in love basically with every pet especially with cats and dogs. I would love to have a dog actually but since I’m not living alone it’s really hard to agree on both sides. I feel like if everyone has a pet, the world will be a better place 🙂
Mary Beth Elderton says
Awwww! Your little Pinot reminds me of our two gray striped kitties, Lieutenant Doof and Miss Kitty. when they were little. I am glad to hear about the Purina program. The Purina Naturals is our favorite.
Lesley F says
Love all the photos! My dog had to wear a cone after surgery and it was not fun
Jessica says
Such a cutey! Don’t have any pet but if I will have, that would be cat. Looking forward to more posts about Pinot.
rika says
She is a very adorable kitty! My sister in law just adopted one last week! She is so happy
Louise Bishop says
I miss having animals…especially the baby kind 🙂 This kitten looks a lot like the one my daughter kept out of a litter of rescued kittens.
Mimi says
I loved loved loved reading about Pinot. Maybe there could be a weekly post about her adventures? It’s saddening how many animals are abandoned. I’m grateful that there’s a happy ending for Pinot.
Jamie lee says
Your baby is gorgeous! Cats are like kids, so rambunctious, but they’re also great “kids” to have. So loving and cuddly, when they’re in the mood.
Nicole Etolen says
I super love your kitten! I adore how my cats behave too, they are so cute!
melissa zia says
aww such a nice kitten! I recently got a kitten too and she is called Bella 🙂
Jaclyn Anne says
Your kitten is adorable! We have a kitten that is 4 months old now. She is wild as can be, climbing on everything, chewing on everything, playing with everything, and driving our other (senior) cat crazy. But we all love her (ok, well maybe not our other cat LOL).
Fashion and Style Police says
I am usually not a cat lover but your kitten is absolutely adorable. What a cutie.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
Your kitten looks exactly like my daughter’s first cat Sheena. She went to cat heaven a long time ago and we never did get any other cat after her. It is difficult to “replace” someone who has been part of the family for a long time.
Sabrina Barbante says
your cat is so cute and I really admire people like you, able to take care about a pet and make it a part of the family. By best friend has 4 of them (oh my god!) and she’s quite busy for that. even more so, she uses 3 different foods because they have different needs and fur!
Kathy says
She’s such an adorable cat! I have two cats myself and they’re actually brothers. I think cats can be so crazy at times too.
Kacie says
Aww,Pinot is such a cute kitten! I wish I could have a pet but unfortunately my rental contract doesn’t allow it 🙁
Heather Pfingsten says
Your baby is so adorable! I also love that Purina is teaming up to help cats in need. Even better that a little bag and big bag will trigger the donation. Thank you for sharing this event with us!
Courtneylynne says
What a cute furbaby!!! I have two furbabies and just happen to feed them the pro-plan Purina! Purina makes such great food for kitties 🙂
Amer says
First of all, I love her name! Pinot! She’s so adorable and cuddly. She’s so lucky to have you.
Annie says
How adorable! Your kitty reminds me of my friend’s cat Lynx. It’s the only connection I can make because I only have a dog XD
Rachel says
Oh wow she is just absolutely adorable, I have three cats so am a total crazy cat lady x
MJ says
My aunt recently got a cat after never having a pet or wanting pets period. Her world has changed. She loves that cat so much and her cat brings her so much joy. Enjoy your new kitten.
Hannah says
Your kitten is adorable, I have always wanted a cat! x
Emily says
That’s a cute cat you got there. 🙂 I always love animals. I would love to try having cats. Hopefully they can go with my dogs here. 🙂
Ordinality says
This made me giggle; she’s so adorable! Love how you’ve caught her essence in the pictures.
Crystal Wachoski says
I’m allergic to cats. We have three adopted dogs. They sometimes act worse than my kids.
Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place says
We have a Siberian kitty cat named Oscar and we love him to death he’s part of our family now. So I can understand the affection you have with Pinot. Such a cutie!
Mauie says
I’m more of a dog lover but your kitten is so sweet! I think I’ll get my own fluffy kitten, too!
Cynthia C says
She is certainly adorable. Mine didn’t get a collar after her spay. Was it hard for her to eat and drink while wearing it?
Hannah says
She is so cute! I’m not a pet person but I do think it is awful how some animals are treated and full support the shelters that are created to find them lovely new owners.
James Robert says
As a single dad raising 5 kids, having one dog but 4 cats, I can relate. Our oldest kittens are now 7 months and they can truly get into trouble. Even when sleeping, sometimes if you move your foot, they will attack it while playing. But…they are family and we love them.
Stephanie Phelps says
Oh your kitty is so cute and playful I enjoyed all the pictures! I know I am a emptynester the my real babies but my fur babies are here. I love that Purina is doing this that is awesome I will be sure to buy some!
kesha says
I just adopted two brother and sister kittens! They are a mess in a good waay! Your kitten is so cute!
Lisa Brown says
Aw, your kitty is so cute; it is so nice to share one’s life with a pet, the entire family benefits. Poor baby with the collar. Animals find it so frustrating to wear that collar.
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
Awwwh, your kitten is SO cute. Our cats are all grown up now (10 and 4), but I would love a kitten again.
Claire says
What a great incentive! We have three adopted moggies, Poppet, Leela and Fry, and we *adore* them. Pinot is such a cutie!
Elizabeth says
A cat makes a home a home, I feel. They’re independent enough that you can shove them outside and they’ll come back and they don’t need as much attention as a dog. Love my cats. 🙂
christina aliperti says
Oh what a cutie Pinot is, and her name is fab also! She looks like my best friends cat when she was a kitten.
Bella says
Oh my, my heart is melting she is adorable. I have fed my pets Purina before and they seemed to like it.
Alicia says
aww…so adorable! I have two cats and definitely consider them part of my family. Love what Purina is doing!
Sarah says
What an adorable little kitten you have. Looks like they live a pretty happy life for sure. Love this post and all those photos! Such cuteness 🙂
Rhian Westbury says
She is such an adorable cat! When I get to a point where I have garden space (and not a 3rd floor flat) I really want to get a cat x
Jenn says
Your kitten is beautiful. We have two cats in our family. They are so much fun.
Kiwi says
You can tell you are a proud mama!!! Such a busy body I laughed at her in the food bag so cute!
Barbara Montag says
This cat is so sweet!
Looks like a much younger version of our Lucy.
Rachelle says
Oh my goodness what a cutie! We just adopted a kitten a few months ago and he is SO full of energy and cuteness!
Elizabeth says
I did not know this thanks for letting us know
mary says
Oh wow I love her now too. What a sweetie pie. A mama’s girl? 🙂
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
What a great program and way for Purina to help creatures who need it. I love cats. Pinot is adorable, I love the kitten stage.
anne says
She looks adorable! I love kittens, and wish we could get another one. Pets are wonderful at cheering you up and loving you unconditionally.
Bonnie @wemake7 says
lol what a cute post. Your kitten is really cute and looks like she has a lot of fun.
Elizabeth O. says
Cats and kittens will always be cute, lovely, and so much fun to be with! I’m glad you’re happy with your adopted baby and it’s nice to see that you’re giving her the best when it comes to food! May she stay healthy for a long time!
Elizabeth O says
As a cat lover and owner, I can relate to your delight… BTW, why were her front legs shaved?
Cynthia says
What a sweet little kitty. We have 2 and love them so much. They each have their own personalities. We also have one dog who thinks she is a kitty
Natalie says
Those are adorable pictures! You should become a professional pet photographer and make good money 🙂
Mimi "MimiCuteLips" Green says
This is hilarious, extra funny because I took my kids to see The Secret Life of Pets over the weekend. hahahahaha The picture of Pinot sleeping is so freaking cute.
Janet W. says
Pinot is absolutely adorable and I love that you adopted her! What a great story and inside look into Pinot’s life! What a active, happy cat!
Toni says
She is too cute. My dogs keep going until they wear themselves out too!
Rosey says
Aw what a little sweetheart. We finally agreed to get a puppy here, that’s what the kids wanted. Until an ancient, one-eyed (I think a raccoon or something got him, the vet said it can’t be fixed) gray cat made his way into our lives and home. It took a bit to get him to trust us, but he’s all family now. He’s laying on my feet as I type. 🙂 He’s not energetic or playful, but he does like to lay in the son and he can catch a lizard (found out the hard way, ew). 🙂 We love him so. Your kitty is adorable too!
Jenn @ EngineerMommy says
Your kitten is so adorable. My cousins had a kitten that looked just like yours when I was growing up. I have so many fond memories of playing with her and finding her in the most random places.
Chrishelle Ebner says
I am so glad you have joined our ranks. What a cute fur baby. She is just adorable. So glad you are taking good care of her with Purina,
Dana Rodriguez says
I love cats and have one indoor cat as well as I take care of some ferals. Your Pinot is adorable! I think it is wonderful that Purina Cat Chow is donating cat food to shelter cats. It is so sad to read the percentage of shelter cats that aren’t adopted 🙁
Jess says
Aw Pinot looks gorgeous, I bet she’s keeping you busy! <3 I love how kittens are always into everything and getting up to mischief 🙂
Milly Youngman says
Pinot is so cute! They’re always trying to get into things 😀 Trying to get my boyfriend to agree to a cat but he’s a dog guy, boo!
Mami2jcn says
What a sweet cat! I wish I could have a cat but I’m allergic.
Neely (@Neelykins) says
I love her name! So fun! I am not a huge animal person but I get it 🙂
chastity says
She is so sweet! My son has been begging for us to get a dog – I think we compromised that maybe he can get a fish for his birthday:)
janis says
Your kitty is so adorable. I love how many cute pictures you got!!
Cindy Ingalls says
Oh, those pictures of Pinot are too funny. She looks like a curious little rascal. I’ve never adopted a cat, but I have adopted a dog. Shelter pets are the best.
Karen Glatt says
Your cat is so adorable! I love your adventurous cat! I like the name Pinot. How cute. After reading this blog post, I am glad to know that in July, for each bag of Purina Cat Chow I buy a meal will be donated to a cat in need. How awesome!
lily kate says
Dear lord your cat is TOO cute. This makes me miss mine being tiny so much! I love how playful and happy and just full of life kittens are. It’s infectious 🙂
lily kate x
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Elena says
Your cat is adorable! I have adopted two tabby cats a few years ago. They are my fur babies
Crystal says
Welcome to the pet obsessed family! Pinot is stinking adorable, and I can’t wait to see more of her antics. It’s good she’s going to get the best food & best love!
Fatima says
I am still in the first category I guess. I do not own any pets but my siblings do. Cats are so much fun as it looks from other people’s perspective. I haven’t experienced myself so no idea really.
StressedMum says
Welcome to the world of the ‘fur babies’, I used to have 2 cats but only have one now who I have had since she was a tiny kitten sitting in my hand and is now an old lady in her 20’s. Love the photos x
Marcie W. says
What a sweet pretty little kitty you have there. Kudos to Purina for giving back to pets in need.
Ivelisse says
Omg that cat looks adorable! I wish I was allowed pets in my complex.
Love,
Ivelisse | CarnationDreams.com
PJ Zafra says
Love how you started this post by sharing some confessions. lol I can definitely relate with you on that. I love your cat’s pictures especially the one where she looks engulfed by that plastic bag. Looks like she was up to no good and just got caught red handed. lol Must be a fun and interesting experience having a cat around. I’m more used to having dogs and birds around the house. Great post! I admire you for adopting a pet and giving them a home where they’re loved and cared for…properly. Keep it up! Looking forward to more of your adventures.
Lynette says
Such a cute little kitty, I would have a house full of cats if I had the space and the money. I have two cats and that will have to do 🙂
The London Mum says
She is adoroable! Such a beautiful kitten!
Hannah Wood says
I have never had a cat so to see this post is very good and to see what they get upto.
Kelly Hutchinson says
That darn cat of yours is super adorable! I love to see Purina getting behind such great causes. We donate to our local shelters whenever we can.
samantha rickelton says
Oh Pinot looks adorable and full of mischief 😀
Candy says
You will now own and take tons of pictures of kitty. Welcome to the club
Desiree Eaglin says
LOL mischievous
LaaLaa says
Aw, your kitten is so cuuuute. Beautiful images, I’m an animal person, last December my cat passed after nearly 15 years ah, I miss him and all the mischief cats can get up too. x
Dawn gibson-thigpen says
how cute. i love the pic in the window. you captured some great moments.
Heather Lawrence says
Aww!! I love and miss those crazy kitten days. My furniture doesn’t but I sure do! We have had lots of cats in our lives and those kitten years were some of our favourite times of our lives. Makes me want another one 🙂
maria @ close to home says
I love the the phooto of her hugging you. Our cat thinks she is a dog and our dog thinks she is a person. totally get that they are part of the family.
Paula Schuck says
LOL. She is too cute! I feel so sorry for her in her cone of shame, though. Sad kitty. =(
Nina Alexander says
She is simply adorable!!!
We recently lost a kitten after loving him (and having him love us) for 11 years. He passed away too early, but we’re trying to only remember the good moments. So instead of crying (which eventually stopped after a month) we’re now looking at pictures and videos of him.
Enjoy every moment with her. I recently heard someone say that “Not every human knows how to love animals, but every animal knows how to love a human” . <3
Nicole Escat says
I super like your kitten, this makes me want to adopt one! Super adorable!
Jeanette says
We cannot get a cat because there are allergies in our family, but I’ve always thought cats were adorable and kittens that always made me laugh.
Sarah Johnson says
How handy. Almost as easy as cutting box tops, just to help out!!
kristin says
Oh my! So so so sweet! My girls really want a kitten, you have me convinced. 😀
Janeane Davis says
I am the only one in my family who is not a cat person. That being said, I really did enjoy seeing your photos with your cat and seeing all the love between you.
Adriana Lopez-Martin says
Congratulations amiga, yoru kitten is so cute. Love the markings and the color. Cats are great companions I have four myself and I love them all. Welcome to the cat lady team =)
Theresa says
Pinot is soooo cute! I’ve only ever had dogs, but I think when they pass, we’ll consider getting a cat, rescue of course. They are so much lower maintenance than dogs!
Pam says
We have had dogs in the past but deep down I am a cat person. They are definitely lower maintenance but they still have such fun little personalities.
Kristi says
Adorable and love that name. Kittens are quite the adventure that’s for sure. Our cat is getting up there in age but somehow still manages to find flowers and plants to nibble on.
Cathi Crismon says
We said good-bye to our last cat over a year ago. She was only fifteen however her older sister (no relation just house mates) lived to twenty-two years. They let us live in our house with them but rarely let us sleep through the night. Buggers!
Shauna Torres says
Oh my goodness, Pinot is so cute. I love that Purina Cat Chow is doing this to help cats in need. There are so many cats out there that need help… Thanks so much for sharing
Nancy at Whispered Inspirations says
Oh she is so cute! I love her name too and those markings. So gorgeous. 🙂
Allie D. says
We have adopted a cat almost a year ago. She is so precious! We’re so happy to have her in our family
Pam says
Purina does so much to help animals without homes. Your kitten is so happy to have found a home with you. What a cutie.
Tara Noland says
We have a kitten also that is just a year old. So full of life and the dogs just love her. Your kitten is so sweet!!
Kelly says
My boy cat stayed a kitten until he was at least 8, I love it. 🙂
Jeanine says
love this! your kitten is oh so cute. All our animals eat is Purina its a fave in our household! Love this!
Catherine S says
Pinot is so adorable. I don’t have any pets, but if I could have one it would be a cat.
Elise says
She seems so inquisitive! It is amazing how much trouble they can get into while wearing the cone!
Cascia Talbert says
She is adorble! We adopted a kitten about a year ago and she is a big part of our family and my little fur baby.
Seattle Travel Blogger says
This is a very sweet post.
Your pictures are adorable.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
Pinot is the cutest little button ever! Isn’t it amazing how closely we bond with our pets? My two dogs are like my 4 legged kids.
Carrie says
OMG, that photo where she’s peering at herself in the mirror?! TOOOOOO cute! Love this post 🙂
Jen Soltys says
Hahah! That’s so funny “I am now one of you”. I know that feeling, too! When I was younger I had no idea about that strong connection. Now it’s like my pets crawled out of my womb. I love them SO MUCH. Pinot is ADORABLE!!!