.

That's right. I may be 10 years old and Goldie may call me the clawless wonder but I showed them.

The MM was outside with the wee ones and I was hanging around the door wanting out. Since they were playing in the yard he opened the door and let me out sans harness. He is a little more laissez faire then the PM. I was enjoying my freedom, closely suspervised by the wee lass.



Canon, our friend up the road must have sensed I was out and trotted over a few minutes later. The PM was inside and heard the wee ones hollering so she ran out. Canon had reached the driveway and they were scared he'd hurt me, maybe not recognize me as a friend since it's been so long.


I wasn't scared one bit. I froze, staring as he walked closer. Look at my serious pose.


Then, in a black and white blur, I ran at him and he tried to hide in the grass.



I told him this was my yard and that he had to ask permission to stay here.


He agreed and ran to the pine trees. I was right on his tail, galloping like a horse.


We walked around for a bit then the PM thought I had enough excitement for one day and took me in.


This is what I saw as we walked back to the house. Miss Banshee saw the whole thing.


I think she even looks at me now with a new sense of respect.



29 comments:

Parker said...

Yup, you're the boss Shade!

Tama-Chan, Benny, Vidock, Violette, Ollie, Heloise, Momo, Ryu said...

You DA GIRL, Shade!

Cat with a Garden said...

Way to go, Shade! You showed him who rules in your yard without exaggerated aggression but firmly. So cool!

Jasmim said...

You're right Shade, it's necessary to show that the yard is yours!

Anonymous said...

Good going, Shade. A cat needs to establish its territory.

The Island Cats said...

We bet Banshee learned a few things from you too!! Good going!

The Creek Cats said...

Looks like you had a furry good time outside!

Forever Foster said...

More power to you, Shade!:)

Forever Foster said...

P.S. We giggled a little bit at you being called the Clawless Wonder. Cute:)

The Monkeys said...

You sure showed them all, Shade! Way to take back the respect!

Ariel said...

"Way to go Shade" You definitely showed them who's boss :)

Cory said...

Power to the Tuxies!!! Nice work!

heatbutts, Bennette

Memories of Eric and Flynn said...

Good work protecting your yard Shade.

One Cats Nip said...

Gottas protects yours properties! Thats whats I always says!

Lisa Kolosey said...

Atta girl! Canon will think twice next time he strolls by!
~Lisa Co9T

quiltcat said...

Hi Shade. 10 is the new 5! It was great seeing you interacting with your friend Canon...very wise of you to reestablish the ground rules with him in a firm but gentle manner and then have fun together sniffing around the pine tree. You're one smart (and beautiful) tuxie lady!

Rupert said...

What an exciting story!

Great pictures. Really has me going there for a minute.

Paws 'n Claws,
Rupert

Miss Lizzy said...

Wow, I bet Banshee does view you in a whole new light! Very impressive! You live in a beautiful place -- loved seeing the pictures. I can't wait to be out in the country at my parent's place next week!

Daisy said...

Way to go, Shade! You've still got it!

Angel Ginger Jasper said...

Wow Shade you realy showed who was boss.. Well done... Hugs GJ x

NAK and The Residents of The Khottage Now With KhattleDog! said...

OR she's thinks woo are really khrazy now!

Hugz&Khysses,
Khyra

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

Quiter an outing Shade. We think ya enjoyed it lots. Friend neighbor kitties are one thing, but sometimes ya gotta put them in their place. Especially in yer own yard!

Angel Gracie=^o.o^= said...

I guess you really showed who was the boss of your yard. I bet the kittie will think twice before he comes on your property without your permission. I hope your mom recovered from all of the action. The moms just cannot take things like that too well.

Noir the Texas Tabby said...

We need to cue some Aretha Franklin to sing you some " R-E-S-P-E-S-T'-it's been earned!!

Mickey's Musings said...

You look great Shade!!!! You are still young :)
Good job dealing with Canon too! We think Banshee is impressed too ;)
Purrs Mickey,Georgia & Tillie

The Kitty Krew said...

Great job, Shade! You showed Canon who's the boss without having to get all fighty. Way to go!

Purrs and hugs,
The Kitty Krew

(angel) Grrreta and Fam said...

What an adventure! It looks like you definitely showed Canon who is boss around there.

ChrisJ said...

Well good for you! You showed him who's boss! Banshee knows who's there to protect her.

Quill and Greyson said...

Way to go Shade!!

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