Rocket Sprocket (Rocky)


American Shorthair [See My CatsterPlus Photo Book]
Picture of Rocket Sprocket (Rocky), a male American Shorthair

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"Rocket Sprocket has white toes!"

Home:San Marcos/San Diego, CA  [I have a diary!]  
Age: 17 Years   Sex: Male   Weight: 10 lbs.

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I love tranquility blankets!

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"I love tranquility blankets!"

Hi there! I'm Rocky!

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"Hi there! I'm Rocky!"

Contemplating life.

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"Contemplating life."

Hello, I am Rocky! This is my favorite couch. Nice and cushy.

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"Hello, I am Rocky! This is my favorite couch. Nice and cushy."

Rocky and Shady relaxing together in front of the window.

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"Rocky and Shady relaxing together in front of the window."

Look! I am sharing the couch with Shady!

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"Look! I am sharing the couch with Shady!"

There's my

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"There's my "Jackson Pollock". Hey Shady, let's play with this toy!"

Shady, would you like to play with

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"Shady, would you like to play with "Jackson Pollock"? I am happy to share! I like you!"

A Portrait of Rocky

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"A Portrait of Rocky"

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Nicknames:
Lil StinkerPot, Rrrrock, The Littlest, The Rockiest, Rocket J Squirrel

Kitty Complexion:
 Activeness 
sleepyvery active
 
 Intelligence 
sillygenius
 
 Curiosity 
not curiousvery curious
 
 Friendliness 
timidaffectionate
 
 Vocal 
not vocalvery vocal
 

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Quick Bio:
-pound cat-blind -cat rescue

Coloration:
Black Tiger and White

Likes:
Rocky likes to sleep on a warm couch cushion -- the one in the middle.

Pet-Peeves:
If a family member is sitting on HIS couch cushion, Rocky will pester the heck out of the couch cushion violator.

Favorite Toy:
His newest fav toy - the door stops (aka, twangy-thingies). He still likes his homemade catnip-stuffed mouse, but those twangy-thingies really make his day. Or should we say night?

Favorite Nap Spot:
On the center couch cushion.

Favorite Food:
Just about anything -- especially kitty treats that we call "snicky snacks."

Skills:
Begging, as an art form. Running up a flight of stairs in three jumps. Bringing happiness to everyone he meets.

Dwells:
indoors

Arrival Story:
Here's our story about Rocky. We were fortunate to find Rocky at the Pinellas County Humane Society in Clearwater, Florida. We had just lost Freddie (who was an amazing cat) to declining health issues (Freddie was 20 years old when he became an angel). On Labor Day weekend 1992, we felt we were ready to open our home and hearts to another kitty. This time, we chose to visit the PCHS for our next pet (all our other cats were foundlings on the front porch). Upon entering the cat area, we saw Rocky and fell in love immediately; we had to take him home. He was so tiny -- just 2 months old. The PCHS staff remarked how lucky Rocky was to be going to a new home, but we were the lucky ones. He is the best, most tolerant cat on Earth. Now if only all of humanity could be like Rocky!

Bio:
Rocky is a barn cat, born in Pasco County, Florida. Rocky came by his name naturally; he literally flew around the house (and along the walls) at 90 miles an hour -- just like Rocket J Squirrel from the cartoons! Rocky is so incredibly agile, even as a senior kitty. Rocky is an awesome traveler and has enjoyed living in Florida, Indiana, and now California. Rocky has been suffering from health issues in recent years. He was blinded by an anesthesia accident (a bad reaction) about 4 years ago and he suffers from IBD (we control it with medication). He's a very happy cat.

Lives Remaining:
7 of 9

Forums Motto:
World-class bungee jumper!

Catster Local Spots I've Marked:
Catster LocalA B C Veterinary Group

The Groups I'm In:
♥ Democats ♥, Calling All Chefs, Friends of the Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary, Inflammatory Bowel Disease IBD, Let's Help Teal'C and his Tennessee Crew, Navin and Buds, Olde Furts, Trupanion Pet Insurance Clubhouse, UNCLE WILSON'S KITTY TAILS, We're One-derful!

The Last Forum I Posted In:
HELP PLEASE I'm really sick and dieing

Motto:
I'm a Rocky-Rocky cat and I sure know where it's at, I'm a Rocky. I'm a Rocky.

I've Been On Catster Since:
January 6th 2009

Rosettes Given In The Past Month:
YOLO


Special Gifts Given In The Past Month:
Chrissy Whitesocks
Christopher
Chrissy Whitesocks
♥Chef Rooster♥
Wilson J Scooter
Hallie Baloo
Chai Latte-Capone


Rosette, Star and Special Gift History

Catster Id:
940351

for 274 days

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Zooming around the house and back to crashing into walls


Crash-Rocket


October 31st 2009 12:37 am
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Well, the eyes have had better days, that's for sure. I am now left to groping my way around the house, walking gingerly, bumping into walls, crashing into doors, missing my couch cushion. But I still find my way to the kitchen when the dinner bell rings!

Mom's been really, really busy and I have been bugging her like crazy to get my diary updated and all. So I am back now!

Today I had a special treat -- Shady (my newest brofur) gave me a kitty bath. I forgot how much I loved being groomed by another kitty's tongue!

Back to my nappie for now.

Rocket Sprocket


In the swing of things with my new brother, and time for- 'Thanks'


July 22nd 2009 11:48 pm
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I was a little worried about the cat that mom dragged in wouldn’t work out, but I am happy I was wrong!

Shady will walk up to me and touch noses, rub chins, and do headbumps. He’s so soft, kind, gentle, and loving. He hangs close to me at night, and that makes me feel better, and sleep better too. I am going to have loads of fun with Shady!

I owe a ton of thank yous to Catsters for kind words, purrs, and thoughtful comments extended to me at my most difficult time. Everyfur, please know … your kindness at this special time means the world to me:

Callie Rose, TomTom, Miss Goldie and Handsome "Paws" – for the Rainbow Ribbon.
Lola – for the Power of the Paw and your words of comfort
Chrissy; Moozer, Punkin, Sealegs, Spot and family; King Henry; and Navin R Johnson-Davis for the beautiful rainbow stars.

To Mayhem; The Pharoah Loki; and Christopher; for your kind comments.

And I received a ton of pmails from many, many Catster furiends. Thank you for reaching out to me and my family.

To my dearest brofur, DustytheDogcat, for the beautiful emerald that matches your eyes. I miss you and hold you dear to my heart, always.

And of course, backing up to my birthday, I owe a few thank yous to:
Christopher – Thank you for the totally yummy cupcake.
Chef Rooster, The Pharoah Loki, Jasmine, The Count and all the Bryan Texas Kitties – Thank you for the party hat. I had fun wearing it!
Guido the Italian Kitty, Yolo, Baci, Simon, Chandler Ray, Lola, Ringo, Webster, and Dusty the Puppycat, and Wilson J Scooter for the fun American Flags and great wishes. I love hearing the American flag rustle in the breeze. Makes me proud.
Chrissy for the bouncy beach ball and the bright white baseball. Thank you so much!

Your furiend,
Rocky


I like my new brofur, Shady!


July 21st 2009 9:29 am
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Hey, the cat that mom dragged in this past Sunday isn't so bad after all! Shady is sharp, smart, very gentle, and got the message fast that the Rocket Sprocket is the most senior kitty in the house, not to mention the Alpha Kitty too.

Last night, Shady walked by me and rubbed his head on my chin. I rubbed back. Mom then scooped me up and gave me tons of kisses and hugs for being nice to Shady.

Today, we ate breakfast together at the food court in mom's kitchen -- side by side. After breakfast today, I called out to Shady Marrrrouuuuu? Marrrrouuuuuu? ... I am ready to try to play.

That made my mom very happy, as I am 17 years old and don't play much ('cuz I can't see). Having Shady around is going to be lots of fun!

Purrs and head rubs,
Rocky


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