We just adopted (rescued) Buford from the local pound where he was an inmate in a cage for a year and a half. After a month of hiding out under the bed, we've coaxed him out and he'll let us lightly touch his tail... he even holds it up to let us pet it. He purrs very loudly and flops down in front of us. When we move a hand near him, he displays his ample claws. We're making progress, (very) slowly. I'm unwilling to press the issue, but think he'll socialize better if/when we can stroke him.
Buford is, as best we can tell, about three or four years old. Those BIG claws are a deterrent at this point. Hopefully, patience will win out.
I doubt he'll ever be a lap cat, but it would be nice to be able to pet and brush him without fear of stitches. We've made a lot of progress so far and are willing to press on. Any suggestions?
Buford is, as best we can tell, about three or four years old. Those BIG claws are a deterrent at this point. Hopefully, patience will win out.
I doubt he'll ever be a lap cat, but it would be nice to be able to pet and brush him without fear of stitches. We've made a lot of progress so far and are willing to press on. Any suggestions?