Hello all!
Cubby is settling in nicely here at the Shiloelizabethmenagerie House.
The cats are venturing futher into Cubby territory every other day. . or so. There is on occasion this odd hissing sound coming from beneath the futon. I believe that it is either posessed, or Ivan is trying his best to hide there from the snooping snoot of the black and white one. I have not yet heard screeching cat or yelping pup, nor have i seen a bloodied nose so I assume Ivan's noise is all for show.  Nero tries very hard to sneak past him but rarely succeeds and returns to the assumed safety of higher floors. On one such occasion that he successfully made his escape and was able to go for an evening hunt from which he returned promptly at 04:00 AM, he proudly left me several regurgitated somethings as my present. How sweet!  Poor Lincoln comes down only when she has the Great Shilo for protection.  Fortunately for Lincoln, Shilo has only 2 weeks of camp left before she's back for the fall. One worries what will happen when Cubby figures out that he can go up the stairs. This fish .. still don't care.
Since his arrival I have been taking great amusement in the many positions of Cubby. He never ceases to make me laugh. I've finally actually been able to catalogue some of them for you.
1. Tigger! This is the insane bouncing he does when I get home from work. Ever try to unhook a 70lb dog from a run when he cant keep all 4 on the ground?
2. I'm a slut! This is the on his back spread eagle pose that gets his belly rubbed. Did you know you can hypnotize a Cubby this way? Its the only time he doesnt move.
3. Inchworm! This is when he is spread eagle on his belly trying to sneak across those last few inches between his nose and the ball.  4. Alarm clock! This is when he comes to stand straddle over me looking down trying to find my face hiding under the blanket cuz he thinks I cant hear that annoying buzzing. Remeber how big he is? This is also known as a Cubby Down moment.
5. Plow! This is the head and shoulder to the floor being pushed along by the back legs as he tries to sneak up on yet another ball.
6. Homosapien! This is where there are only 2 Cub feet on the floor. Alias, another Cubby Down moment.
And last but not least is my favorite
7. I love you mom! This is the lopsided seated lean where he pushes all his weight against your legs and looks up at you so lovingly and melts every urge to scold away. I'm such a pushover. (this is also the beginning of the slut maneuver) 
I am planning on making a dog food run to the shelter soon. I'd like to be able to take down a couple bags of dog and cat food every payday or so if I can. Anyone wishing to donate to the Knox County Animal Shelter let me know. They run very much on a donation basis from the cost of the care of the animals to the veterinary expenses of shots and neutering. I know I paid far less for Cubby than they had invested in him. If you have new or used leashes, collars, toys, pet food or cash that you're willing to part with let me know. If you'd like to send something direct I will find the address for you. . .cuz I dont know it right off the top of my head and frankly, I'm too lazy to look right now. Just tell em Cubby sent you. I'd like to do this on a regular basis to help support their efforts and I'd love to have you join me.  I love you best Shilo  . Thank you for everything you do for me and everything that you are. You are incredible! hugs licks kisses and dog slobber to all!
liz & cubby | 
