I’ve mentioned before that Renn is a peace-maker. He certainly has his moments, as all cats do, of angrily telling another feline to go away or give him space. And he is a bit of a whiner - literally - when forced to do something he dislikes. I’ve never heard a cat whine before I met him. But usually he is a good natured fellow and, more than that, he will go out of his way to be friendly.
This is especially valuable when I have foster-cats. Renn slowly pushed the boundaries of what Cammie accepted, when that cat came to stay with me. He remains the animal she is most comfortable with. Now, he has turned his natural charm on Kola.
Kola has had trouble with Tucker. That roly poly has determined that he will not be the bottom-cat of a household when there is a perfectly good new, declawed cat to take on the part. So Kola has been chased and frightened by Tucker. As well, Josie will snarl and slap at the new boy. But he knows he will have no trouble with Renn. My big boy has taken to sniffing Kola with that large nose of his and the foster-cat, though wary, realises there is no harm in, and doesn’t worry much about it. He even doesn’t bother to look up as Renn passes him on the parlour couch, on his way to the window.
With Renn as a friend, a cat’s integration is smoother, and less emotionally troubled. Kola sees that not all cats are dangerous, not all cats want to hit him and put him in his place. Renn may be big and muscular but he enjoys a peaceful world. With him, the leopard truly lies down with the kid.
So sweet....people often ask why we let our older foster kittens and momma cats out...and that is why - it helps them get introduced to all sorts of other cats. :) Good job Renn!
ReplyDeleteSweet, sweet photos, especially the second one. Look at the two of them, adorable. Thank goodness for Renn's calm and accepting nature. :-)
ReplyDeleteOh good, Renn, glad you are kind of friends with Kola. I bet Kola is thrilled that Renn doesn't pick on him. It is so nice to have some harmony around the house.Have a great Monday.
ReplyDeleteThat is so lovely, really for Renn to befriend Kola and have his back!
ReplyDeleteIt's good to have a mediator like Renn.
ReplyDeleteIt seems as if in every family, feline or human, that there is one individual who is calm, centered, and accepting. Someone not threatened by change.
ReplyDeleteYour Renn is a special fellow. Look how they boys seem relaxed in each other's company. Wonderful for Kola!
You all have done a splendid job.
Good for Renn!
ReplyDeleteIt's funny--my Mac looks a great deal like Renn and he's the tolerant peace-maker in my turbulent cat household. Maybe there's just something about those big, handsome black and white felines.
It's good to have a cat who gets on with everybody. It's good for Kola also to have company he doesn't feel threatened by.
ReplyDeleteWell done Renn! How nice for Kola to have a friend. Love the last photo of the two of them looking towards you.
ReplyDeleteThis is heartwarming! So glad that Kola has a friend. The photos are so sweet :)
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