I adopted Stella two years ago today from the Oak Knoll Animal Hospital in St Louis Park. When I first met her she was pregnant with a litter of kittens and she didn't have a name. Stella was brought to the animal hospital by a police officer, she'd been in a bit of scuffle with another cat in a park (and subsequently also bit one of the officers).
Stella says: I did not 'scuffle', Ms. Patty, I was attempting to remove an evil feline from the park. And therefore, defending myself as she was quite a hussy about it.
Whatever works for you, Stella, darling.
Stella remained with the one of the staff members through the birthing and weaning of her kittens. She had 5 gorgeous babies on September 8, 2010. One girl and four boys. All just sweet as pie. Well, Harley was questionable in that regard, still sweet, but full of mischief. Her daughter had a sweetheart shaped face, then there were the twins and finally, Blacky. (I don't believe these are their names now, but at the time that was what they were referred to - at least by me.)
The day I picked Stella up from Oak Knoll, she was recovering from surgery. She'd been spayed, had a chip implanted, and her front paws declawed. She was quite lovable from the start, and ever since that day I have adored her. And now Mr. K adores her, too. We're so lucky to have such a loving, fun, vocal (um, that can come down just a tidge, Stella, we'd appreciate it and still love you just as much, if not more!), and oh, so entertaining feline.
My thanks once again to the fabulous staff at Oak Knoll for caring for Stella and her babies, and a special thank you for Vicki, for letting me know you had a cat that needed a home and that she thought Stella was perfect for me. You were spot on, Ms. Vicki, big hugs to you! (Stella says thank you to everyone as well, meow!).
Happy Cativersary, Stella!!
Love,
Ms. Patty
