Category Archives: Critters

Rare Visitor

Posted on 26/09/2011 by walkingthecat

One thing I like about having a garden is that it attracts its fair share of butterflies (I love butterflies). We usually get European Peacocks, Cabbage Whites, Small Tortoiseshells, Common Brimstones and with luck the occasional Swallowtail. Lately, a Red … Continue reading →

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One down

Posted on 21/09/2011 by walkingthecat

It was time for a trip to the vet for Isla — the yearly vaccinations and her check-up were due and I also wanted a blood test, just to be on the safe side — and while she behaved better … Continue reading →

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Ivy league

Posted on 04/09/2011 by walkingthecat

Before we started all the rebuilding/renovation work, our house was completely covered with ivy. Hundreds of sparrows would sleep in it at night. As a young girl, I delighted in standing in the garden in the evening and clap my … Continue reading →

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