Кошачье Рождество.

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Your instructors, Iris and Fern will demonstrate how to
assemble and decorate a Christmas tree.

STEP 1  A full day of excavating the storage room in search of the various Christmas boxes has definitely created a mess.  Finally all have been found. Including a few boxes we didn't even know existed!  After a quick sorting thru of the tree box,    we are ready to begin the assembly of the artificial tree.

STEP 2        Insert each       branch carefully.

STEP 3 Fluff  branches  out  to desired  fullness.

STEP 4 Even though this tree  is artificial, it should still be sniffed and tasted for freshness. Yep, this one's still good!

STEP 5 After each layer, it is very important to stop and rest.  IN the tree of course!  This is strenuous work,  no need to over  exert yourself.

STEP 6 Wrap the lights around each layer.  It gives them lots of depth.

We sure love the sparkle of     Christmas lights. More layers, equals more relaxation.  Of course in the tree!

STEP 7 Addition of the top pole is all about balance.  Getting two different perspectives  helps ensure it is straight. A little to the left Fern! Looks good Iris!

STEP 8 Make sure the angel is  securely in place. A  CAT ANGEL  tree topper,   being the obvious choice!

STEP 9 Once the tree has all its branches, comes the best part, the decorating! Stick to a colour scheme, a wide assortment  of things adds interest.  Balls and thick ribbon are great to play with.    Remember to place items close to the bottom for easy swatting, while laying down.

STEP 10 The most important ornament is infact you! Place yourself IN the tree for the final touch. Purrfect!

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A special thank-you to our talented girls for their expertise. Now an update ... 

WEEK ONE The tree is still standing, only 1 ornament officially broken. However things are certainly a little bit off! On the left is Iris tree diving, great new sport! To the right, we have Iris attempting to take over the  angel duties at the top of the tree.

WEEK TWO The poor angel isn't much safer. Now Iris is trying to eat her! Notice the lack of ornaments around the top. The branches have a definite flattened appearance. Will the tree and angel make it to Christmas day?!

WEEK THREE At 11 pounds, Fern is in great shape. Daily climbs up the tree have made her fitter then ever! The top of the tree however is basically flat. Fern must be giving the angel a kiss for Christmas?!

CHRISTMAS DAY: Oh the excitement, presents! Jazmyn our Shih Tzu doggie joins the fun.  Iris is IN the gift bag!

The Christmas tree update! After three weeks, 2 crazy cats have taken their toll. The decorating has taken on the "distressed look". A ring of cardboard was added in the middle to deter the cats from climbing up the tree. Obviously this didn't work. Instead, created a platform! Our tree has NEVER fallen over. It is 17 years old and obviously built to last! We do not secure it to the wall, but would recommend it to others, if your tree is not sturdy and you have purroud feline decorating enthusiasts.

  A few more pretty photos of our girls.
 Twas the night before Christmas and all thru the tree,
2 kitties were stirring cute as can be...





Please ensure a safe season for your pets. Tinsel is not recommended or other similar items such as thin ribbon on presents. Every vet office has numerous stories of emergency surgeries to remove decorative items which pets have ingested!
Watch pets aren't consuming the actual tree or chewing the lights! There are products such as "Bitter Apple" that can be sprayed to deter unwanted chewing.
 Also watch the metal hooks used to hang ornaments.

Have fun - but play safe! 

Jaz chewing a treat, Iris checking her stocking, Fern on a nip high.

This page is on going, and features photos from 2002 to 2011. Look for our page 2 - the "tips" continue! Link  at end of this page.

For years I was quite petite at 6 pounds, making it very easy to climb in the tree.

Now that I'm 10 years old, I weigh just over 10 pounds. But getting in the tree is still as fun as ever!

Here's all 3 of us with our stockings.
 (Iris is under the buffet)
Hope Santa fills them up good!

Jaz's says 'Santa, I've Been Doggone Good'
Our kitty one says 'Santa, I've Been Purrfect'

The paw print ones have our names on them.
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