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The month of May brings the bloom of spring to Tabby’s Place. When you pull into the driveway, the sanctuary’s open gates beckon in welcome. You see tree-lined paths, green grass nicely trimmed, and flowers in bloom. A touch of honeysuckle scents the air, adding to the crisp, clean scent of sunshine and fresh breezes. You can hear the birds chirping, busy making nests and tending to their young. No wonder our cats enjoy the solaria so much!
Max’s suite does not offer a solarium. But Max does not mind. He prefers it this way. He is a people-watcher, and spends his days watching the front door and overseeing the Lobby from his window perch. He is receptive to each and every person who looks in his direction.
Max also watches over the cats who live in the Lobby. He knows each and every one, as well as their habits and quirks.
So, does Max miss the opportunity to go outdoors? No; he has never lived in a suite that offered that option. He cannot miss what he does not know.
We are sure of one thing; move him from that window perch, and that, he would miss!
It has been delightful visiting with Max this past month. We’ve been monitoring his weight, as we had concerns about some chronic fluctuations. Weight changes can often be a first alert to medical issues. However, I am happy to report that Max’s weight has now remained stable for several months, and he is doing just fine. The Tabby’s Place team continues to monitor him, but there is no need for those weight-checks to be as frequent.
Max is happy with his roommates and treats each of them with love and respect. Max frequently yields his perch to Sherpa or Sammy, while he takes a brief nap in one of the cubbies of the corner cat tree.
Our Development Director, Angela, once said of Max, “There is something about Max that draws you in — into his gaze, into his room, and into his very deep and complicated heart.” Thank you, dear sponsors, for your generosity in providing the care Max needs. As Max looks lovingly out over the Lobby, may we all remain hopelessly “lost” in those eyes for many years to come.