Thursday, December 16, 2021

Introducing Rio...

Meet Rio, my new baby and Sukki's little brother...The first photo I published on this blog almost 12 years ago was of my 3 girls, Calle, Halle and Sukki, in a box, so I thought this was the purrfect introduction for Rio as well. 


Rio is a sweet, silly boy, about 10 months old; he was rescued from the pound by the Texarkana Animal League and I was so lucky they chose me to be his Mommy!


Rio loves to bring his toy rats to play with in the tub just like Calle used to do.


Rio is growing so fast, I think he will be a big boy soon!


Sukki and Rio love each other.
Sukki was sad as an only kitty and Rio has been a welcome addition to our home and our hearts.


Sukki will be 15 in February and Rio will be 1.
I've never had kitties with such a large age difference before, but these two are a good fit...Rio is all kitten and everything is a game for him, so he has certainly made Sukki more active and I believe she helps him calm down on occasion as well.


They enjoy cuddling together on their heated blanket, their toys (cat dancer and a butterfly that flutters around are their favorites), chasing each other, and of course, nip (Sukki has her pink nip cigar in this photo)!

25 comments:

Poppy Q said...

Oh we are so glad to meet Rii and that your home will continue to have a kitty in it. Your girls must have sent him to you.

Julie and poppyq

Poppy Q said...

Sorry we meant to write Rio. Hi Rio.

Mickey's Musings said...

WooHoo! So nice to meet you Rio!
You are mighty cute.
I am so happy that you and Sukki get along so well too.
I am sure you will have a pawsome life there :)
Purrs, Julie

ZOOLATRY said...

Hello, young man ~ welcome to your perfect home, perfect Mom and perfect Sisfur ... you are destined to be very happy and very much loved!

The Island Cats said...

I'm so glad to meet you, Rio! You are so handsome! ~Ernie

The Florida Furkids said...

Welcome sweet Rio!!

Nina said...

I am so glad you found Rio. He is a handsome young boy and I think that is good for Sukki as well. Rio will entice Sukki to be more active which is good. I love the pictures of him and I am filled with joy that you found that sweet boy. Love you Sukki and Rio. ♥️♥️♥️♥️

Angel Prancer Pie said...

Welcome handsome Rio!
You hit the furever home jackpot.

Summer at sparklecat.com said...

How cool to meet Rio! I'm so glad he and Sukki are pals.

ANGEL ABBYGRACE said...

What wonderful news! Welcome Rio!

Catscue Cat Mom said...

Hello Rio! What a handsome boy you are.

catladymac said...

Welcome Rio ! We are so glad to see you and Sukki together and getting along so well. It is good to see your family back here ! Purrs.

Debbie said...

What a beautiful kitty! Welcome Rio!

Melissa, Mudpie and Angel Truffles (Mochas, Mysteries and Meows) said...

He's such a beauty!!!

Brian's Home Blog said...

Rio is such a cutie! Welcome home sweetie, you're gonna have fun!!!

Laila and Angel Minchie said...

Hi Rio! We are so happy to meet you! What a wonderful family you have found!

pilch92 said...

Welcome Rio! I am so happy these 2 get along. That is so sweet. XO

Lone Star Cats said...

Nice to meet ya Rio!

CCL Wendy said...

I'm so happy, too, that you were chosen to be Rio's Mom. It seems a natural fit between the three of you. Rio is a VERY handsome boy indeed, and must bring you a lot of joy. ConCATulations!

Katie Isabella said...

How wonderful! Precious Rio. SO happy to meet you. XXX

Kathleen said...

Rio is beautiful. I have always brought in new kittens every few years. It's good for the older ones- keeps them young. My current 8 cats range from 12 down to 8 months. I also tend to bring in two at a time. My 8 month old boys and my 3 year old boy and girl were each littermates. In addition, my oldest is from the same feral colony as my two youngest, so they may be related.

Rene said...

Congratulations! We introduced Ringo (4 months) to Benny (age 14) and they became best buddies until Benny died at age 20. Rio is a handsome guy and we're glad he's making Sukki happy.

Andrea and the Celestial Kitties said...

Hello Rio! Aw, he's very cute! So glad they get along already!

meowmeowmans said...

Aww, this is wonderful! Welcome, Rio! We are so glad you and Sukki are already good pals. So sweet! XO

Mark's Mews (Marley, Lori, Loki, and Binq) said...

Welcome Rio! You have found a great Forever Home. And we are so very glad that Sukki welcomes you as well. It is good to have a friend in a new place.