"Guiden" The Starkitty Guide

Guiden was born on a farm.  After a short but enjoyable life with his litter, he became one of many animals that end up being sold for a few dollars at a local flea market.

Now, many of the peddlers at these small flea markets have their rules about selling. But, among the legitimate lurk a sordid crew of not-so-nice guys. They buy live animals to sell to owners of kennels who supply laboratories that test on animals. It is a very dark side of the "happy-go-lucky" flea market atmosphere.

Luckily, when Guiden was brought to the flea market to "find his forever home", he wasn't approached by the underbelly.   He was picked out by a young man and woman who wanted a pet. As most of us know, kittens are very vulnerable, especially when tame.  They trust completely and see things only through their very young eyes. They expect only what their mom gave them - warmth, food and protection. Generally, a kitten will stay with their mom for at least eight weeks. Guiden was just at eight weeks when he was taken to the flea market. He was just starting to eat a little kibble.

But destiny has it's way with us all. Guiden was no different.  The Abbottsford Cats story begins with his first encounter with humans away from his birthplace.  This part of Guiden's story comes from a true story.  Animals face so many dangers from irresponsible and/or cruel humans.  One of my sweetest, but most aware cats is a handsome tuxedo named, Merlyn. Merlyn's story began just as Guiden's does. He faces death because of human anger and pride. (Musn't say anymore - or no story!)  It continues through a twirling world of feral cats and colorful characters; cruelty and kindness; earthly barriers and magical travels..

I introduce to you "Guiden" The Starkitty Guide


:"Merlyn's Star Walk" @2011 Kim Cady