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Cats: RubyMae

Philosophical Meanderings, Too Posted on September 22, 2019 by JeanSeptember 22, 2019
Tortie

We don’t talk about Ruby much because she’s quite reclusive. She’s Delta and Rossie’s sister and was the tiniest of the siblings. As Ruby is getting older, she’s become more amenable to us petting her, but it’s still on her terms. The only place Ruby is willing to be handled is on the bed, and we must ask permission first.

She permits petting down the back, ear rubs, and, sometimes, she will roll over for a belly rub. Those are particularly exciting occasions. As she gets older, she’s allowing this more often, and we’re grateful for that.

The featured image is my favorite photo of her as a kitten. She seemed so fragile. I am not confident she would have survived long as an outside kitty. She’s done well in the house.

Fun fact. Ruby and Delta look exactly alike. Delta is a lot puffier and has different a different eye shape than Ruby, but Ruby has a little white growth on her left ear (like a skin tag) that we use to definitely distinguish her from Delta.

Posted in Cats, Pets | Tagged Ruby

Cats: Just Another Mundane Caturday

Philosophical Meanderings, Too Posted on August 4, 2018 by JeanAugust 3, 2018
Scooter

The cats are here to say there’s really nothing new going on. Scooter is all for being petted while he’s eating, and sometimes he allows petting on the edge of the porch, but he’s still nervous about it. Socks allows petting while he’s eating but if he stops to think about it, he’s quick with a cautionary swat.

Zelda spends much of her time underneath the back steps. Sometimes Socks attempts to ingratiate himself with her with mixed success.

Rossie is mostly residing in the entry hall around the loveseat. She is not fond of Jase. She will come out if I leave her cat treats (not while I’m nearby). Our reclusive cats seem to be more reclusive lately. To refresh your memory, that’s Rossie, Sapphire, Daisy, and to a lesser extent Ruby. All are well. They just don’t want to be bothered by humans.

Posted in Cats, Dogs, Pets | Tagged Daisy, Jase, Rossie, Ruby, Sapphire, Scooter, Socks, Zelda

Cats: 14 + 1 Update

Philosophical Meanderings, Too Posted on June 9, 2018 by JeanJune 6, 2018
Zelda

For the Plus 1, Jase is off to summer camp for a week and a half. The inside cats are relieved, the outside cats will be missing their curious creature they monitor movements for.

Ajax: Ajax is somewhat curious about Jase, but he doesn’t appreciate Jase jumping on him (nor do I).

Lady: Lady is getting a lot of exercise jumping over baby gates. Despite this, she’s the other of only two inside cats interested in interacting with Jase. Usually she’s swiping at him as he’s barking at her. He thinks it’s great fun. We’re trying to teach him to be nicer to her, but we’re not sure how.

Tarzan: Tarzan wants nothing to do with Jase and is perfectly willing to tell Jase that.

Sneaky: Sneaky sometimes watches Jase from the dining room window and talks to him. Mostly, she minds her own business. She thoroughly enjoys being held and petted in the recliner.

Delta: Delta is doing well. She prefers her attention late in the evening or early in the morning.

Ruby: Ruby’s attitude remains unchanged. If she’s on the bed, she might let you pet her. Or she might slip over the side of the bed and disappear underneath. Any other place in the house is off-limits for interaction.

Rossie: Since Jase’s arrival, Rossie has become more elusive; however, I see her out and about at odd times, so she’s doing well.

Zelda: Zelda is still a puzzle, but she’s in a one step forward, one and a half steps back mode for socialization. She’ll rub my ankles and actually allow me to stroke my hand down her back to her tail, then the next day she looks at me as if I’m going to eat her. Even so, I’m amazed at the progress. I thought I might be able to apply a dose of Revolution to her neck this month. Nope.

Walter: Walter cannot get enough of Jase. When Jase comes out for a walk in the evening, Walter is right there watching. He has allowed Jase to sniff him a time or two, but Jase just can’t seem to control his excitement at meeting Walter, and, well, Walter wisely steps out of the way when a nearly 40 pound puppy gets excited.

Daphne: Daphne wants nothing to do with Jase. She likes to be petted in the morning, either in the window sill at the top of the stairs, or she will come into the bedroom and allow me to pet her, or she will wait near the stairs to be petted when I descend for the day.

Sapphire: Sapphire is her usual skittish self. She’s nearby but isn’t interested in being petted or handled. There was a period of a few months where she allowed it, but we’re back to, “Maybe I’ll deign to sniff your fingers, but you had better be as far away as possible when I do.”

Scooter: Scooter appears to be doing well, but he has been very reluctant to be anywhere near us since the trapping incident. He’s still nervous about eating canned food (the bait I used in the trap), and while he’s relaxing on the side porch in the morning, when I come around the corner of the house to bring them their cans, he’s disappearing under the house to wait on the ductwork, where he may or may not come out to eat his can while I’m within sight.

Gray Socks Ghost: Gray Socks Ghost is very skinny. I’m trying to slip him extra food to see if he’ll gain some weight. He’s allowing me to pet him both before and during feeding. This is reminiscent of when Walter was beginning to be socialized, so I have hopes he will come around.

Daisy: Daisy is clearly Sapphire’s sister and Zelda’s daughter. She, like Sapphire, is around but will not permit handling (if I can ever catch her, she doesn’t seem to mind being held and petted for a little bit, though). She won’t even sniff fingers, though.

Each one of these critters has their own personality and quirks. Each one is a blessing, even though I’m saddened that so few are interested in human interaction.

Posted in Cats, Dogs, Pets | Tagged Ajax, Daisy, Daphne, Delta, Gray Socks Ghost, Jase, Lady, Rossie, Ruby, Sapphire, Scooter, Sneaky, Tarzan, Walter, Zelda

Cats: Rossie’s Graduation

Philosophical Meanderings, Too Posted on January 25, 2018 by JeanJanuary 25, 2018

Rossie isn’t very comfortable right now, but what recent graduate really is? I disassembled Rossie’s cage today. She hasn’t been in it for at least two months. I removed the box from the corner she has been hiding in and placed the rocking chair she hides under on the floor with a fresh sleeping pad. Rossie hasn’t been under there yet (but Lady and Tarzan have both investigated). In fact, I’m not certain where she is (she’s hiding behind the trunk to my left). Did I change too much at once for her world? I hope not. She’s been doing so well. No cageDaisy (pictured) is a little confused, too. Ruby was down here a couple hours ago investigating the empty space. Sapphire is checking it out now. I’ve done some of the vacuuming, but need to finish the job. Mr. L processed the stuff in the box that was under the rocking chair, and you can see remnants scattered around the room. What do we have drawer rails for? We don’t remember. He found a handful of N-gauge railroad track and other goodies.

Mr. L came home, so Rossie has emerged from her hiding place and is hiding behind the vacuum cleaner, investigating the area. She looks a little shell-shocked. Daphne just got a little twittish, so Rossie took refuge under the chair. Good. It’s still a defensible position for her.

What do I mean by Daphne being “twittish”? If Rossie or Daisy are out, Daphne will make a run at them in a mock attack. If I ever hear Daisy growling, I know Daphne is nearby. Daphne will do that with Sneaky sometimes, too. Thankfully, Rossie’s confidence has increased to the point where she has a method for handling Daphne’s mock attacks. We’ll see how she handles this next phase in her development. I’m hopeful things remain positive.

Posted in Cats | Tagged Central TX House, Daisy, Lady, Rossie, Ruby, Sapphire, Tarzan

Cats: Ruby

Philosophical Meanderings, Too Posted on September 24, 2017 by JeanSeptember 24, 2017

Yesterday, Ruby was on the corner of the bed and very receptive to petting in the morning. She’s been more receptive to attention in recent months. It still has to be in the place and time of her choosing, but she does appear to be mellowing.

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Posted in Cats | Tagged Ruby

Cats: Nothing New To Report

Philosophical Meanderings, Too Posted on August 19, 2017 by JeanAugust 19, 2017

We’re checking in late, but there’s nothing new to report. Rossie puts herself to bed if I am not there to tuck her in at 8 pm. She likes routine. Sapphire hangs out with Sneaky during the day. Mr. L is doing his best to earn Daisy’s affection, and she … Continue reading →

Posted in Cats | Tagged Ajax, Daisy, Daphne, Delta, Lady, Rossie, Ruby, Sapphire, Sneaky, Tarzan, Walter, Zelda

Cats: Haven for Introverted Cats

Philosophical Meanderings, Too Posted on August 5, 2017 by JeanAugust 5, 2017
Rossie

I’m going to pout just a little bit. I see all kinds of people who have cats adopt them. These cats or cuddly and playful and allow them to handle them. You’ve heard of the Land of Misfit Toys. I seem to have become the Land of Misfit Cats. Except, … Continue reading →

Posted in Cats | Tagged Ajax, Daisy, Daphne, Delta, Lady, Rossie, Ruby, Sapphire, Sneaky, Tarzan, Zelda

Cats: Eight Cats on the Road Heading Home Tomorrow

Philosophical Meanderings, Too Posted on July 29, 2017 by JeanJuly 29, 2017
Daisy

As some of you know, I headed to San Antonio last Sunday to do long overdue yard work. I was here long enough at the end of May to do a quick mow, but other than that, I haven’t been here long enough to do real work since April. It’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Cats, Property | Tagged Ajax, Daisy, Daphne, Lady, Ruby, SA House, Sneaky

Cats: What’s Up X 12

Philosophical Meanderings, Too Posted on July 16, 2017 by JeanJuly 16, 2017
daphne

It seems to me, just a few cats have been getting all the attention lately, so I think it’s time for a generic update on everyone. Here goes: Ajax: The old man alpha cat with soul-searching eyes. He’s long, tall, and skinny.  He’s Mr. L’s 11-year-old baby. Most of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Cats, Pets | Tagged Ajax, Daisy, Daphne, Delta, Lady, Rossie, Ruby, Sapphire, Sneaky, Tarzan, Walter, Zelda

Cats: We’re Home!

Philosophical Meanderings, Too Posted on June 3, 2017 by JeanJune 3, 2017

Thirty days in the slammer wasn’t fun for any of us. People coming and going all day (most of us prefer to be left alone, remember), being ushered from one side of the cage to another for room service, and none of our usual humans to interact with us was … Continue reading →

Posted in Cats | Tagged Ajax, Daisy, Daphne, Delta, Lady, Rossie, Ruby, Sapphire, Sneaky, Tarzan, Walter, Zelda

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