The Calico Convention

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We've had some fun this week - there are only about 8 campsites taken and there are 4 calicos walking on leads! It's unusual enough to have lots of cats walking on leads in one campsite, but all four being calicos is really different. They haven't become big buddies but we humans are enjoying the unusual situation ... so, meet Geordie's new walking partners, a gorgeous bevy of girls:
the lovely Josie
JOSIE is the oldest. She's a beautiful long haired calico. She lives with her fulltime RV human (Mum) and they've been on the road exploring for years. She's a happy well cared for girl with quite the most fluffy tail!
Friendly Whisper
WHISPER: is a young cat, about 2 and is much adored by her two humans. She's got beautiful smoky colouring. And she loves to explore, climb trees and chase critters. She goes for long walks at least twice a day and is quite happy to chat with new folks along the way.
Pixie prefers you keep your distance
PIXIE: is the younger sister of Whisper, she's about 15 months old. She lives a good life and loves her two humans. She goes for long walks with Whisper every day but she's not crazy about other humans.
And then there's Geordie - you all know by now!
Chaussettes has no interest in this lot, nor for walking on a lead. She thinks they're crazy. 
Travel safe and have fun!

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