WINTER 2019
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e always love to hear stories about our readers’ wonderful pets and in this issue of Tails we meet American supporter Phyllis, who lives in London with her husband Paul and their handsome boy Otis. Meet Otis
Our amazing cat Otis is seven and a half years old and one of the cleverest kitties I have ever met. He will always let you know when he needs something or simply wants some extra attention. If he wants us to play with his feather toy, he will fetch it and bring it to us – he’s not subtle! We have just celebrated the seven-year anniversary of when we adopted Otis, which we call the ‘Gotcha Day’. My husband and I are huge supporters of animal welfare groups (Mayhew is top of our list!) and were looking to rehome a cat from a shelter when the owner of our local pet supplies shop told us about a neighbour that had a young cat they could no longer look after. So we met Otis and immediately fell in love. Otis is not a softie, but he does have a soft side. His gums were really inflamed when we first had him. To help keep his teeth and gums healthy, he has regular dental check-ups at the vets and I brush his teeth weekly. He is such a good boy about it, he will almost go into a trance while he lies in my arms and I clean his teeth. 28 I
My pawsome life by Otis
What’s your favourite toy?
Top of my list of favourites are my little bird toy which chirps when I play with it and my feather toy on a stick which Mum and Dad whizz around. Even if I say so myself, I’m quite an agile puss and can jump up pretty high to get it!
What’s the silliest thing you’ve ever done?
I have a ‘mad’ moment every day and I love to play a game with Dad where he hides behind a door and I jump up to get him.
Where is your favourite place to sleep?
I have a really nice comfy bed, but I think my favourite place is on the sofa where I can curl up,
and in the morning I like to have a cuddle with my Dad in bed! Who is your best buddy?
I love my Mum and Dad equally, but I think my Dad is my best buddy – he’s pretty cool
What is your favourite food?
I’m not too picky, but I get excited when it’s ‘wet food night’ as I know it’s a treat and I love the different flavours. I love turkey especially!
Would you like your four-legged friend to appear in Tails? Email us at tails@ mayhewanimalhome.org and tell us about your pet to be in with the chance of being included. Each pet and owner featured will receive a Mayhew goody bag.