Monday, September 19, 2011

Red cat Russell makes himself at home

As I shot this video (about an hour after we put him in the cage), I considered naming him Regal instead of Russell. Bob was dead-set against Regal (ease of pronunciation is a consideration). Oh well. Russell will be regal whether that's his name or not.




He's been out of the cage since Sunday am. He's comfy upstairs and makes adventurous forays into other parts of the house, and he'll follow us anywhere if we take the time to entice him. A brave boy! He and Red Kitty are in a bit of an impasse -- no theatrics but caution, caution, caution, esp. on Red Kitty's part. Russell, who's witnessed the comings and goings of many cats at the shelter, initially made every effort to get along. When Red Kitty hissed or growled, he'd roll  on the carpet and expose his belly -- I'm a lover, not a fighter. Now, he is a little more on the alert, but definitely more for defense than offense.

Overall it's going in the right direction. They'll sit within a few feet of one another, maybe three times a day, neither looking too comfortable. I make a point of sitting near them and petting both, and it's reassuring to see them both relax. Russell is getting more and more confident, and Red Kitty is more accepting, with each passing day. I can't wait to see them become friends. I know it'll happen.


12 comments:

  1. He looks SO happy and content! What a cutie pie!
    The only suggestion I'd make is: if you decide to give him a bath, bring him to a groomers so his trust won't broken with YOU. Let him be angry at the groomer.
    He may also "air" out at your house, away from the inevitable stink of the shelter. Do the make Febreeze for kittys?

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  2. I hope Russell and Red Kitty get along ok... I love Russell! So glad he found a home with you guys!

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  3. I hope Russell and Red Kitty get along ok... I love Russell! So glad he found a home with you guys!

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  4. How do you resist taking the purring hunk of love out of his crate and snorgling him to death??? What a lover-boy!

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  5. I love the "Sphinx" pose! Yes, you are right, he is indeed a regal cat! Most definitely descended from the might King of the jungle!

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  6. "Paw-paw" and "Blinky-eyes"!
    What a doll.

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  7. Oh goodness, what a lovebug he is! If they are already doing so well, I'm certain they will be good friends soon.

    It's funny, that's exactly how Harley acted when he came home from the shelter. I guess they learn good social skills there!

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  8. I love how he looks like he's about to lick his unmentionables and then decides against it on account of the video camera!

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  9. He looks so very happy in his new home. On the smug side of satisfied, I'd say ;o)

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  10. Such a lovely big keety. He even started to do some keety yoga.

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