This weekend I had to scoot off to a camp with Mr10's Cub troup. Before I left I had a chance to play with our foster furballs, and as usual, Spook was more willing to hide than play. I am not sure why, but these kittens seem to be somewhat androphobic (scared of males) as they react far better to my partner than to me or our boys. (OK, the kids I can somewhat understand - noise, fast movements, rough handling, etc).
Upon my return, I was regaled with tales of how much progress had been made... but even so, it was a surprise this morning when I climbed out of the shower and found that as well as the usual 'three girls want to play in the shower box' situation, little Spook came wandering over and not only willingly walked up to me and sniffed my hand, but then started to rub his cheeks against my fingers, then sidle side-on so I could stroke his back.
His little 2-stroke purr motor was going full-volume within seconds and he was loving the back scratches, with his back legs up on tip-toes and rather forceful shovings making sure I scratched right where he wanted it. HUGE progress indeed!
Seems there are very promising signs of hope for him after all... I was worried he wouldn't show signs of socialising before the decision had to be made whether to invest in de-sexing or not bother on the grounds he probably wouldn't be adoptable. Chances are looking good that he'll go to the vet and return "2 stones lighter" and thus be eligible for adoption by a loving, gentle family or a retired person/couple. I still don't think he'll be suited for a rough'n'tumble household.
It makes it worthwhile when things looks up and progress is made! Hopefully soon all furry darlings will be ready to find forever homes.
ReplyDeleteI'm also fostering with the Waikato SPCA and have started a blog so feel free to pop over and say hi and check out our gang. www.p4pawsome.blogspot.com
Looking forward to following a fellow fosterer!
Genevieve, it is so lovely to meet another fosterer (esp another crafty loving one, as I'm crazy about all things craft-related too!). Welcome to our blog... I've just popped over and read through your foster blog, and am now following both of your blogs (as well as your FB page :o) ).
ReplyDeleteI wish you a heap of good luck with Khan... such a handsome boy he is! I hope he comes right... and those "chartwell 5" are such sweet looking wee things!
Sending you a huge hug too, for the losses you've had with fostering. It's so hard not to focus on those! And I know how you feel about the escapes.. we've had a couple of very close calls, and it's rather freaked us all out!
If you ever want to catch up for a cuppa and a chat about fostering (and/or crafts), let me know. :o)
Sounds good! I'm pretty sure I've seen you on Revelry haven't I? Recognise your handle from somewhere at any rate!
ReplyDeleteLol! Quite probably as I am on there under this handle as well. :o)
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