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New cats joining the family - names!

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Notmycircusnotmyotter · 01/03/2026 10:18

I've committed to two kittens joining the family, the first cats I've owned for 20 years. They're gorgeous and we are all excited and busy readying the house.

Big problem though. These cats are gorgeous, majestic creatures and my little daughter wants to call hers (I say hers loosely, of course they're my responsibility) Lidl. LIDL. As in the bargain supermarket. Because she loves the doughnuts.

Anyone fluent in 3 year old enough to help here? More name suggestions very welcome!

thank you! Cat tax attached.

New cats joining the family - names!
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Toddlerteaplease · 01/03/2026 15:25

saturdaymorningpurringcat · 01/03/2026 11:07

What about Lidl Boris which can morph into Little Boris - and once he’s a big cat (and your 3 year old is 4), just Boris?

Brilliant 🤣🤣

TheForgetfulCat · 01/03/2026 18:46

I met two adorable kittens in the vets waiting room named Pig and Pastry, after a particularly good local cafe called the Pig and Pastry.
So your daughter isnt the only one to name a cat after preferred food vendors.

Notmycircusnotmyotter · 01/03/2026 21:53

VamboRools · 01/03/2026 11:54

Our cats have stupid names because we let the kids pick them. I regret their choices. I think boy cats should have names like Arthur, Alan, Gary, Steve. I think Boris is absolutely fine.

My human boy Arthur wants to call his boy cat "Steve but nickname Bootsie"

Tiny daughter is now compromising "Lidl-and-Spike"

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Notmycircusnotmyotter · 01/03/2026 21:58

Not really appropriate given world events but I usually refer to my daughter as "the ayatollah" because she rules supreme.

you're all so kind! Who knew the litter tray was the lovely part of Mumsnet ❤️.

I love "Lidl boris" that'll morphing little Boris!

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Beautifulsunflowers · 01/03/2026 22:23

There’s nothing else for it op, you are going to have to up your doughnut game and buy her a Krispy crème - then you can call the kitty Krispy!

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