Wednesday, August 31, 2022

The New Boy Moves In

Horace’s neuter-surgery took place yesterday afternoon. The doctor was able to fit him in and the new boy did very well. He was a little dopey afterward, as might be expected, but recovered quickly. He had used the litter-box prior to going to the hospital, so I felt safe in putting him in the library upon his return to the Cosy Apartment.



He slept on and off for the first few hours, finding Minuet’s thick, soft blanket comfy. As the evening went on, he became more alert, started exploring the library and had some food. He was hungry, of course, and has sampled both soft- and hard-food. I didn’t want to feed him too much so soon after his operation, though he could have eaten more. My sole concern at this point is that he has not drunk any water. I will have to watch for that, and examine the amounts he leaves in the litter.



His first night in his new home was a quiet one. He’s vocal but in a very subdued manner, as if he’s afraid of causing a problem. I didn’t hear anything from him during the dark hours.


Horace seems to love people. He had no fear of me, and spent some time next to me and even on my lap, which he appeared to consider a most enjoyable spot. He purred a lot and loved his head-rubs. There is some discharge from his left eye, which may be the remnant of an infection, and may require some antibiotics. It might be chronic, like Raleigh’s was.



The new fellow reminds me of Raleigh in a number of ways: his shape is similar; his age (about two years) is the age Peachy was when he came to me; the weepy eye and the anxious desire to be closer to a human are also similar, though he is much less shy than Raleigh.



Horace hasn’t met the residents yet, and won’t for a while, eager though he may be to leave the library. My middle-aged boys don’t care that there’s a new cat, but Hector was quite restless through the evening, and hissed at the smells emanating from under the closed library door. He hissed at Auric, too, and, though Horace has a full year of adulthood on what the Golden Boy had when he came to us, I think Horace will fit in well. If he maintains his current demeanour, I can’t see the newcomer giving any trouble, however much may come to him.


17 comments:

  1. What a little sweetheart! It's hard to believe that anyone could have deliberately abandoned him to his fate.

    Even before I read what you had written, I thought that his photos remind me a lot of Raleigh. I hope his integration into the household continues to go well.

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  2. What a cuddle-bug! Even if he integrates reasonably well, tt might be that he prefers to be an only cat. Regardless, I would hope someone would fall in love with him and give him a wonderful forever home. ♥

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  3. So glad he had surgery seemingly easy and quick for both of you. Maybe he will be able to be introduced to the others this weekend while you are home. And wanting your attention like this is a good sign of a very friendly house kitty.

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  4. He looks like such a sweet loving boy. I am glad his neuter is over and done with and he is recovering well.

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  5. What a peaceful cat he seems to be ! Purrs !

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  6. Oh what a precious boy! So beautiful and so loving it seems I just got back fro the doctor for myself so, didn't see this till just now. Give that boy a snuggle for me.

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  7. What a wonderful cat! It looks like he's adapting well to the Cosy Apartment. I believe he won't have any trouble getting adopted. Like Undine, I can't believe that people just let him out to fend for himself. But then, that's how I got my Pete.

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  8. Wonderful news, that he was able to have the necessary surgery so quickly. A snuggle bug like Horace should be a welcome addition to any family. I hope he and Hector get along with one another, once introduced.

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  9. That sweet guy looks so loving and he looks to be settling in already.

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  10. He reminds me of my angel Millie. How lucky the vet could squeeze him in. that never happens around here. My sister has 2 kittens needing to be fixed and the appt isn't until mid October.

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  11. What a sweet transition to settling into your home. Mr Horace looks comfortable already.

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  12. Horace is in the bestest hands ever, to make his transition from being left behind, to having his true furever home.

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  13. It sounds like Horace is going to be just fine there. We do know he is in the best possible place.

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  14. Horace sure loves to cuddle! What a shame he was abandoned, but now things are looking up! Thanks to you.

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  15. What a lovely looking cat John...And looks so
    fit and well..I love white cats, and had two white
    cats upon my return to the UK back in 73...
    Interesting to hear how he gets on...Bless!x

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  16. I am glad to hear he did so well and that last photo of him in the chair is just delightful!

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