Sunday, May 13, 2018

Her New Life Begins



The PAW Society’s most recent addition is doing well. Rebecca was, as may be imagined, frightened and disoriented by her new surroundings. She hid, and did not eat or produce waste, though two litter-boxes were provided (one with corn-based litter, the other with clay). No one expected her to do more than she did.

Different varieties of food were offered for her selection, and, after a day, she ate a little of one sort. The next day, she ate much more, and visited the clay-filled litter-box. That one may have been chosen due to its resemblance to crumbled asphalt, which was how her world was paved for, probably, her whole short life. Since then, she has been attending to her bodily needs admirably.

These include grooming. Whether she had little time for such a luxury or whether living outside simply rendered most of her efforts null, she was a bit shabby when trapped. As the photograph illustrates, she is cleaner now, her white fur whiter.

Coming from a colony, she perhaps is naturally sociable, at least with other cats. Another foster-cat in the house, Nicolas (available for adoption with his bonded sister, Isabella (http://pawsociety.com/MarcJulienandNicolas.html)), is a friendly fellow and wanted very much to meet Rebecca. When he was at last let into the newcomer’s room, they seemed to hit it off. Now, when their foster-guardian peeks into the room, she will often see Rebecca crouched beside her new pal. Nicolas will no doubt be an excellent influence on the little girlcat.

Rebecca’s progress with people has barely begun, but that is to be expected. She knew only cats in her previous life, except for the humans who fed her and her companions. Humans were not to be trusted. But that will change. As always, the key is to give a cat time – her own time – and where she is now she will receive all she needs.

13 comments:

  1. Poor wee girl looks afraid. Good on her for eating and pooping though.

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    1. Rebecca is scared, of course, but even since this photo was taken, she is improving. She doesn’t hide now when her care-giver comes into the room, and stands her ground even when a dish of food is put right in front of her.

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    1. I think she will be adoptable, if given time.

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  3. Gosh, she's beautiful. Another "Chumley" cat. She looks so scared, we wish she could understand she's safe now and that humans are there to care for her and love her. In time, we hope! ♥

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    1. Yes, she has that white and brown-and-black-tabby colouring. She is frightened, but is improving. She doesn't hide any more, even with a human in the room.

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  4. Thanks for updating us about Rebecca. The fact that she is eating, grooming, and using the litter box is a good sign. Not to mention, her bonding with Nichols is wonderful. He can show her the ropes about living with humans. It will take time, but I'm sure she will settle in quickly.

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  5. we are so very glad she is now safe

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  6. Poor sweet girl. She doesn't realise yet how much her life is changing for the better. I am glad she has a friend in Nicholas. I am sure his influence will help her a lot.

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  7. aw.....big time blessingz frum R pal st francis two ewe rebecca that this transition goez smooth az butter for ewe ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ ewe iz one gorgeouz gal ~~~~~~

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  8. She is beautiful. I am glad she is showing improvement.

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  9. Thank you so much for this update on dear Rebecca. I have been thinking about her and wondering how she is getting on. Such good progress. I happy she has Foster chums.

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  10. We’re so pleased about the update. Right now, Nicholas and his example are invaluable when it comes to orienting Rebecca to her new life. Bless the two of them. Never underestimate what one cat can teach another. We humans are really not the crown of creation we think we are. LOL.

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