Toby

[pastafreak]

For anyone wanting an update, for the second time in a week, he took a walk out from under the sofa when I was nearby.. He disappeared behind a large chair...absolutely silent. Then I caught him out of the corner of my eye, peering at me as he came back from behind the chair about 8 minutes later.
Shortly before that, he took chicken from my fingers, and he could see me...not just my hand. He'll get more tomorrow...maybe I'll be able to stroke his head in a week or two. He wouldn't let me today, so it's hands off for now.

[tiggerblue10]

We need photographic evidence of this, Pasta ;o)

[Buenchico]

He sounds more adorable every time you post about him, Pasta ;-)

Thanks!

[pixie374]

Awww, bless him. He's very shy, but he is slowly getting there. I think he will be a lomg-term reward... but all the better for it x

[Tilly2]

Softly, softly, catchee monkey.

You'll get there Pasta.

[tiggerblue10]

Tigger was the same. Took her months to gain confidence and roam around freely.

Toby will get there in time x

[pastafreak]

Tiggs...I actually sat there today with my tablet set to camera, but I have up before he reappeared.
I'll get proof one day!
I think the same Chris. I want so badly to give him a cuddle or stroke. One day!
True pixie...I'm naturally impatient, but I'm investing time for his sake.

[pastafreak]

Tilly...catchee kittee ;)

[pixie374]

Me too, pasta :-).... but.... when they come a long way, it really is worthwhile :-)

[Mozz71]

Is this Tubby? I didn't realise he had a name change. Glad to see though, poor fella would've had confidence issues with the body shaming name. ;-)

[pastafreak]

Lol mozz...I did worry some might accuse me of body shaming.
Actually it just suited him.

[Zacs-Master]

Awwww, bless him (and you). The reward will be amazing. Ted is now 9 months old and is turning into a lovely boy. I wanted to throttle him at times through his training but it’s all paying off and I’m sure it will do for you.

[wolf63]

You are doing well, progress has been made and he will realise that you will not hurt him. Then he will start bossing you around.

Some idiot decided to try and cuddle her new 18 month old kitties.

Cat one was a sweet little boy.

Cat two wasn't sweet and nearly took the idiot's arm off. The not-sweet girl cat inflicted nine bite wounds to the idiot's right hand. Idiot suffered badly when it all got infected.

[pastafreak]

Wolf, I frequently check the Facebook page for the rescue I got Toby from. The lady posts videos...her out in the wilds of Devon trapping cats at night, transferring them to pens, tempting them with food.
Her arms are frequently scarred from hand to elbow. Not a pretty sight...but the price she pays to rescue strays.

[wolf63]

Merlin and Frankie were born to a feral mum. Princess Merlin must have known this.

Our local Cat's Protection branch are good an they work hard. As my old Vet said - Cats breed like Rabbits.

[pastafreak]

They have kittens when they are still kittens.
Frankie and Merlin were lucky to have you to boss around.

[roopower]

Sounds promising. 'Slowly, slowly catchee kittee' (in this case).

[198kHz]

Thanks for update, pasta. I'm sure the rewards will be worth the effort. :))

[pastafreak]

The big boy just appeared and wandered out to his dish in the kitchen. He's certainly getting braver.
I tried getting a picture, but the flash on my phone took too long.

[Tilly2]

Pasta! Put the light on and try again.

[pastafreak]

He's tucked away in the corner under the sofa. I had to move it a bit earlier, so he won't be out again. And most likely a few days until I see him again. The trick is seeing him...he's silent. A big boy on tip toes. :)