A family opened their home to two lone kittens. They hit it off with the house cats and became double trouble.
Layla and PipJenny
Pip, the kitten, was left behind when a community cat moved her kittens before a storm.
A Good Samaritan tried to reunite him with his mom, but she wouldn't take him back. While the mom and the other kittens were being cared for, Pip was brought to Jenny, a foster volunteer with Tails High, to give him the best chance to thrive.
At one week old, Pip just began to open his eyes. With a ravenous appetite, he often ended each feeding with an adorable milk-mustache.
PipJenny
"Pip continues to have a good appetite and takes the bottle well. He loves to make biscuits after he eats. He purrs more than most kittens I've fostered at this age. He's just a big ole love bug," Jenny shared.
Soon, he grew a round belly and a big voice that he freely used at mealtime.
Penny @fosterkittenhq
With good food and plenty of TLC, Pip thrived, and his energy levels soared. He spent his waking hours kneading blankets, being the loudest tiny purr machine, and charming everyone he met.
After a hearty meal, he drifted into a food coma, feeling perfectly content.
Jenny
"He's always searching for Momma or another kitten to cuddle up with. I snuggle him as much as possible but don't quite measure up to having feline companionship."
At three weeks old, Pip joined the one-pound club and insisted that he needed a dog bed to match his might.
Penny @fosterkittenhq
Around that time, Jenny was informed about another kitten who had also been left behind. "A family found her and reached out to the community caretakers in the area for help."
They immediately thought of Pip, and Tails High didn't hesitate to bring her into their care.
LaylaJenny
"What still amazes me after a decade of being involved is how there's this wonderful network of TNR folks, fosters, transporters, and rescues that work together to save lives."
Though Pip was about a week younger than the fluffy newcomer, Layla, he was the heftier one. They became fast friends, playing and cuddling together like old pals.
Jenny
After a week together, the two began stirring up mischief, with Layla being the more adventurous one. Pip became bolder, trying new things by watching his playmate and following her lead.
"She's the braver of the two, always on the move. I have to keep a close eye on her."
Pip and LaylaJenny
The kittens discovered a file holder by the printer and decided it was the perfect bed despite having many cozy napping options. Layla slipped in first, with Pip soon piling on top of her.
"I provide these kittens plenty of soft, comfy spots to lounge. And this is what they choose."
Jenny
They were delighted to meet the resident cats and another foster kitten and joined their cuddle party on the couch. "Pip and Layla have been so good for Cheesy (the ginger foster)."
They welcomed her with open paws and made sure she was included in every nap.
Jenny
Layla and Pip are having the time of their lives in foster care, surrounded by great company. True to form, Pip is as chatty as ever, filling the room with his endearing raspy meow.
Pip loves talking to his foster momJenny
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