I will try showing Horace off to the residents this weekend, letting him wander about when Renn, Neville and Hector are safely placed, at spots from which I don’t think any sudden attacks will be launched. I don’t expect such events, really, but it’s best to be on one’s guard at such times. Hector has been hissing and growling lowly at the closed library door; this doesn’t mean a fight will occur when he meets the newcomer in person, but it does mean he’ll need watching. As well, Horace is an unknown quantity in regard to other felines.
In the meantime, Iv’ry had the run of the bedroom last evening. He explored every corner, was interested in what was outside, and then settled down for a nap. I don’t think he is the excitable type, which is all to the good in a multi-cat household. I will start him playing, too, and see how he fares with that.
The beginning of face-to-face integration is always an interesting time. I recall Hector disliked Auric initially, as well. I hope his acquaintance with Horace follows a similar path.
I love seeing all the photos. He's posing so nicely in the last pic, and seems interested and engaged in what's around him in the others. What a sweetie. :-)
ReplyDeleteHorace!! You, handsome fella are soon going to know thhe rest of your furmily in purrson! Hooray!
ReplyDeleteHope it goes well.
Hector's reaction to Horace was interesting. I've noticed that whenever a new cat has joined my household, it's usually the youngest cat that objects to the newcomer the most. It's almost as though the older cat doesn't like the fact that he is no longer the baby.
ReplyDeleteHe is just so sweet and handsome!
ReplyDeleteHorace has an interesting face; trying to figure out what breed he is!
ReplyDeleteYou are a genius when it comes to melding families
ReplyDeleteI hope all goes well!
ReplyDeleteoooooO! Looking forward to perhaps a few pics
ReplyDeleteof the meeting of the boys brigade...camera/mobile
at the ready John...Bless! :).
And what about Saturday night movie night? Will it be you and Horace?
ReplyDeleteYes...you think so?
DeleteI believe it will be.
DeleteOooooo! Horace you are one good looking cat!!!!
ReplyDeletePurrs, Julie
Some of the expressions on his face are priceless, particularly in the last photo. He seems like such an amiable sort, I'm hoping he can be "one of the guys" soon.
ReplyDeleteAs Saku would say, "Paws crossed, all will go well". Good luck!
ReplyDeleteHorace is definitely a handsome boy.
Horace we hope all goes well with the introductions!
ReplyDeleteHorace is so handsome. We hope all goes well this weekend!
ReplyDeleteHorace you match the bedding.
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