A few photos of our feral cat Winston and how we are keeping him warm this winter. Post may contain affiliate links.
I thought you all might like an update on feral kitty Winston Purrchill. As you can see, he is living up to his “Purrchill” name. This is on our screened in back porch, where there is a kitty flap in the screen door. The cats can come and go as they please and feel pretty safe. Here is Winston making himself at home on the wicker stool. This was Smudge’s favorite stool, and it makes me miss him, but I love to see Winston on it.
How to keep feral cats warm in the winter.
To help keep him warm this winter, we purchased a small house, Petmate Pet Barn
. For the fall, we just lined it with some cedar shavings and a towel. He slept in it fairly often. As it started getting colder, I added a cozier smaller house inside it, similar to this one, Brown Portable Soft Sided Cat Convertible Pet House
, that I found at Homegoods. That gave him another cozy layer, but I was still concerned for when it got really cold. So, I added this heating pad, Soft Outdoor Heated Bed Small
. We love this heating pad! His house is right next to an outlet, so we had no trouble plugging in the bed. What we really like about it is that we can keep it plugged in all the time and it only activates with the body weight of the cat. He loves it!! I find him in the house all the time now.
And, Luxie has practically completely recovered from being spayed! She is running and jumping and playing. She thanks all of you for your kind thoughts and wishes!
Since I am now participating in Caturday Art – I took one of the above photos of Winston and made him look almost like a paint by number!
Will Winston ever be allowed to become an inside cat? I love reading about him and seeing his pictures; you are a great pet owner!
I didn’t know they had heating pads that are weight activated. That’s awesome! What a lucky kitty to have a neighbor who cares
Winston is such a handsome fellow. Thank you for being so kind and caring for the homeless. 🙂 Deb
Winston is so beautiful! I can see how comfy he is in your home. It’s nice that you made his outdoor bed so special & cozy.
Love & biscuits,
Dogs Luv Us and We Luv Them
Winston Purrchill looks like he loves the porch and we are glad Luxie is recovering from her spay. Loving purrs to both.
Well Winston looked nice and comfy love that look on Luxie’s face heheh!
Have a meowtastic weekend 😉
your cats are so happy! Nice photos!
I love Winston’s name. He’s a handsome cat too.
Have a purrfect Feline Friday. 🙂
I bet he really appreciates having a warm place to sleep. Is he completely feral, or does he let you pet him?
Winston is such a handsome guy! It is wonderful of you to take care of him during the winter. Cold weather isn’t easy on kitties! I’m glad to hear that Luxie has recovered from her spay as well. Getting kitties spayed or neutered is a great decision. 🙂
We love the art. The kitties are so lucky to have someone like you around. Happy Valentine’s Day to you all 🙂 Extra double Pawkisses for the occasion 🙂 <3
Winston looks like he is making out quite well. How wonderful that you are helping him make it through the winter.
I was wondering how Winston was getting along. That was very decent of you to provide him with such salubrious accommodations over winter. He has a sweet face and I like the effect of the Caturday Art.
This is very cool! You are a good caretaker.
Oh my, I love how your taking such good care of Winston. Is there a chance that he will trust you enough to become part of the family. The painting you did of him is great.
Happy for Luxie that she is feeling better. I love your cat stories. Btw Winston is quite handsome,
Very happy that Luxie’s ordeal is over and Winston is SO handsome!
Wonderful “paint by number.” If you put straw inside, it will keep kitty warmer and dry better than a blanket. Just meowin’.
You have a good soul, Pam.
Winston looks very comfy there. And it sounds like he has the purrfect winter home.
Beautiful cats and art!
Purrs xx
Athena and Marie
One very lucky little cat to find such a caring and loving heart. Both sweet looking kitties. Have a great weekend Pam.
How nice of you to help keep outdoor kitties warm. Winston is very handsome, the art photo came out great. I am glad Luxie is feeling better.