Visit #2

We arrived today at 9:30 and again Zeus greeted us at the door. I cleaned both litter boxes first thing. The upstairs litter box was very full, the one downstairs was nearly empty. With both boxes cleaned we spent some time petting and hanging out with both cats.

They tried very hard to get me to let them out. Sorry guys, have to wait until your parents get home!

Dante has a new friend.
There they are hanging out at the door again.. they were very persistent.

I checked the cat food and water dish and found them both half empty so topped them off. After getting the cats squared away we headed outside to check on the chickens.

I did a quick count -- seven chickens! All present and accounted for :) Filled up their water and feed and again managed to keep everyone inside.

On to the eggs! I came prepared this time with an empty egg carton and gathered up 8 eggs!! What generous chickens. :)
We double checked that the house was locked up and headed home at about 10:30. We will return again Monday!

Visit #1

Today we arrived at about 11:15 and entered through the garage. We were greeted by a very happy and vocal Zeus. Then out came Dante to say hello!! Zeus stayed a safe distance but Dante wanted lots of love and attention!!
I think he was in kitty heaven. :) First thing I did was take care of both litter boxes. Got them all spic and span and moved on to food and water. The auto-feeder was about half full so I topped it off with cat food. The water dish was completely empty and when I went to check on it Zeus was standing there waiting.. am I mistaken or is he glaring at me?! :)
Filled up the water dish and both cats plunged right it!
No more glares.. I think this is a thank you?? Maybe.
Zeus finished with his drink and decided to strike a pose for me. Such a handsome boy. The only bit of trouble we had was on our way out the door to the garage Zeus zipped right by us and ran under the truck. Uh-Oh!! Luckily I had a four year old with me who was more then happy to run over and persuade him back into the house with promises of hugs and kisses..hehe..
On to the chickens!! They were very happy to see us. They were out of feed so first thing was to fill this for them. It was a little tricky keeping them in the pen but I managed ok. The water was almost full so left that alone.
Now for the big surprise.. I was expecting 3 or 4 eggs.. umm.. how about 25?!?! Holy cow they were some busy chickens!! I did not come prepared for that many eggs, but luckily I had a towel and an extra box in the van so we improvised.
I locked up the house and we left at 12:00 with a couple of very happy (and very muddy) kids and 25 eggs. Ahh thoughts of breakfast burritos and deviled eggs keep swirling through my head. :) All the animals are happy and healthy!! We will visit them again on Friday. Aloha.

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I am creating this blog so that pet owners can see their pets while they are away! When I am pet sitting I will take photos and post updates so owners can rest at ease that their pets are well taken care of. Let the adventures begin!!