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Cats: Rossie Update

Philosophical Meanderings, Too Posted on February 16, 2019 by JeanFebruary 16, 2019
Rossie

Rossie has been sequestered in the downstairs bathroom since we returned from our trip to Pennsylvania in October. We started out with Daisy and Sapphire in with her, but Sapphire was removed fairly quickly. I put the three of them in there to try to help socialize them, but Sapphire became far less social quickly. She rarely lets us touch her, but she’s always around when she’s in the general population. While she was in the bathroom, she became reclusive and combative. When I released her into the main part of the house, she resumed her normal behavior.

Daisy did not do well in the bathroom either, but she wasn’t too much worse than when she was in the general population. I kept her in there for company for Rossie. They seemed to get along, but being in the bathroom wasn’t helping Daisy be more social with us.

When I brought Walter into the house, I released Daisy into the main part of the house, and she has reverted to her normal behavior — always around but not interested in being handled. Mr. L can pet her sometimes, but she doesn’t care for me. Daisy did have to go to the vet last week for her annual exam and shots. The night before I needed to take her, I spoke with her for a few minutes explaining what needed to happen the next day. Daisy was under the bed. We closed the door, and Mr. L was preparing to get on the floor to pull her out, but she came out on her own, cried at the door, and allowed me to pick her up and put her in the carrier — pretty much like I’d explained to her things would need to happen. Daisy’s trip to the vet was uneventful, and she’s a healthy kitty.

Walter has settled down in the downstairs bathroom with Rossie. They are still negotiating their terms, but by and large, they get along well. Rossie is coming out of her box much more. When we go into the bathroom, Rossie is outside her box and on the cat tree about half of the time. About 25% of those times, she remains on the tree while we’re in the bathroom, and she interacts with us. When she’s in her box, she will usually come out to be petted with some coaxing. She leans into being petted when we reach into the box to pet her.

In short, Rossie is becoming a more socially interactive cat with both us and with Walter. She purrs and seems happy and relaxed. Walter is happy and relaxed. So far, so good.

Posted in Cats | Tagged Daisy, Rossie, Sapphire, Walter

Cats: With Jase Away, the Cats Will…

Philosophical Meanderings, Too Posted on September 22, 2018 by JeanSeptember 22, 2018

With Jase away at in-residence obedience school, we’re seeing more cats downstairs. Rossie came out for Mr. L to pet her yesterday. Saphhire and Daisy are spending more time in the parlor and even the kitchen.

Sneaky’s wound is healing well.

The list of kitties that like Animal Scents Cat Treats is expanding. Rossie and Tarzan have always been fans. Ajax likes them. Sapphire has taken a liking to them too. I almost have her taking them from my hand.

I’ll check on Jase’s progress this week — I have to bring his dose of Revolution out to him. Maybe we can sneak in a visit at the same time?

Posted in Cats, Dogs, Pets | Tagged Ajax, Daisy, Jase, Rossie, Sapphire, Sneaky, Tarzan

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: Sapphire and Daisy

Philosophical Meanderings, Too Posted on April 14, 2018 by JeanApril 14, 2018
Zelda and Daisy

Sapphire and Daisy are two kitties who don’t get a lot of mentions here. These two are gorgeous, sweet kitties who are contact averse. They are half-sisters. Zelda is their mama. Both cats can be found near us in some way — they are interested in what we are doing, … Continue reading →

Posted in Cats, Pets | Tagged Daisy, Daphne, Sapphire

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 … Continue reading →

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

Cats: Harmony — For Now

Philosophical Meanderings, Too Posted on December 31, 2017 by JeanDecember 31, 2017
Zelda

I don’t want to get too excited just yet, but Lady has had free reign in the house for a couple of weeks now. She’s limping some but seems to be recovering well from her broken foot. She’s not letting it bother her. For the moment all nine cats have … Continue reading →

Posted in Cats | Tagged Daisy, Lady, Rossie, Sapphire, Sneaky, Walter, Zelda

Cats: Zelda, Sapphire, and Lady

Philosophical Meanderings, Too Posted on December 16, 2017 by JeanDecember 16, 2017
Black Star Sapphire

We have updates on three of our girls this week. First, Lady is doing well. I’m letting her out of the cage more and more, and she’s moving around reasonably well. She still limps, and, mostly, she wants in one of our laps. She has sharp claws, and she’s not … Continue reading →

Posted in Cats, Pets | Tagged Lady, Sapphire, Zelda

Cats: Daphne and Sapphire on the Tower

Philosophical Meanderings, Too Posted on September 30, 2017 by JeanMarch 28, 2023
Daphne and Sapphire

Daphne spends a lot of time at the top of the tower, but seeing Sapphire on the tower, too, was a treat. Just hanging out for the evening. Save

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Posted in Cats | Tagged Daphne, Sapphire

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

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