ExAFO 0 #1 November 6, 2006 Any updates on the socializing of Penguin?Illinois needs a CCW Law. NOW. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rebecca 0 #2 November 6, 2006 Ooh yes, I'd love to hear about li'l Pengy! you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #3 November 6, 2006 Penguin, my dear sweet abused baby. She's making great progess. It's slow, taking a long time, but it's consistently forward. She has completely acclimated to the household. She has no trouble booting the other cats out of the window when she wants it, eats with the others, uses the box with the others, and wanders around the house just like the others. When the mail came in, she used to be terrified and hide. Now, as long as it's not hitting her (I have a door slot), she'll sit there and be curious about the smells on it. She pokes her head through the curtains and watches the world go by, and it's so wonderful to see. She no longer hides, not even a little bit of the time. On occasion when I move too fast or she is startled, she'll duck behind a chair or under a table, but she's out within moments. She is no longer terrified of everything and anything. She is still apprehensive, but no longer has the terrified look in her eyes whenever I come near. She's lost that, and it's great to see. She's adopted Esse as her best friend, and will sit and groom Esse for hours. She follows Esse around, even up onto the bed at night. She still hasn't let me cuddle her, but I've occasionally been able to touch her. Mostly with my foot while she's on the bed, but rarely with my finger on her nose. She's not fond of it, but she'll allow it; although, as long as she doesn't realize it's my foot (like when she's sound asleep on the bed), she presses back into my foot and cuddles with it. She has been on top of the table, within arm's reach, and she'll stay there as I pass by; she stays in the window in the kitchen while I'm moving around, as long as it doesn't seem like I'm reaching for her. She comes into the bedroom at bedtime, with or without the other cats, and will sit on the trunk under the window until I settle in...and then, perhaps, she'll hop up on the bed. I woke up one night with her sniffing my eye, and I flinched...scared her, but she got over it. She is definitely demonstrating an interest in me, and again, I am no longer devil spawn from darkest hell. But I think the most amazing thing is that I get to watch her play. She is a very playful cat, although very clumsy because of her abuse and poor healing. But she goes after hairbands, loves her mouse and yellow fish, and will walk around th house with the fish in her mouth crying. It's sweet - she puts it in her basket in the front room, brings it to bed with her, brings it into my bed...and talks to it all the time. She loves that thing...and I love watching her play with it. She'll throw it around, toss it up and chase it, call for it, talk to it, groom it...she just loves that yellow fishy. Overall, while I would love to say I'm posting with her on my lap, I can't...but she is really, really doing well. And slowly but surely she is more accepting of me and my presence, even allowing me to very carefully touch her; and she'll reach out her nose to meet my finger instead of running from it as she used to. Thanks so much for asking; she is a dear one, and I'm so in love with her. She has courage, and has survived so much; we'll take it at her pace, and someday, maybe, I can say I am posting with her in my lap. Ciels- Michele ~Do Angels keep the dreams we seek While our hearts lie bleeding?~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rebecca 0 #4 November 6, 2006 Awww!! Thanks Michele! Does our hearts good to hear she's happier than she's probably ever been in her life. You're such a great kitty-momma. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jceman 1 #5 November 6, 2006 QuoteAwww!! Thanks Michele! Does our hearts good to hear she's happier than she's probably ever been in her life. You're such a great kitty-momma. Guess I'll just second thos emotions. It's great to hear that Pengy has some quality in her life and by the sound of things she has it in spades with you (and with her other fur-baby friends.) Faster horses, younger women, older whiskey, more money. Why do they call it "Tourist Season" if we can't shoot them? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stumpy 284 #6 November 6, 2006 You probably answered this before, but why the name Penguin??!Never try to eat more than you can lift Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #7 November 7, 2006 Quote -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In Reply To -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Awww!! Thanks Michele! Does our hearts good to hear she's happier than she's probably ever been in her life. You're such a great kitty-momma. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Guess I'll just second thos emotions. It's great to hear that Pengy has some quality in her life and by the sound of things she has it in spades with you (and with her other fur-baby friends.) Thanks, Jack and Rebecca! I like to think she's happier, more content, more secure, and has more quality of life than ever before. All I know is I do my best for her, and the rest of the herd, and they all seem to be pretty happy. I know they make me happy, and so I just try to return the favor. I forgot to mention that when someone comes over to the house, Pengy will hide for about 3 minutes...and then she comes and peeks in, and will hang out in the doorway, kind of like saying "who's here? Who are you? You're in MY house, ya know..." It's very, very heartwarming. ExAFO, thanks for asking about my girl. It's nice to know that people remember her, think of her, and are wondering how she is doing. Ciels- Michele ~Do Angels keep the dreams we seek While our hearts lie bleeding?~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #8 November 7, 2006 Hi, Stumpy! QuoteYou probably answered this before, but why the name Penguin??! Pengy's Story is here; there's another thread about her, but I can't find it right now. That will give you her history as far as I know it. Her name is Penguin because her injuries/abuse have left her with significant physical disabilities. She has a hard time walking and balancing, and waddles/wobbles badly. However, she is actually much better than she used to be - she's stronger, and more capable of climbing now than she had been - and that's likely because of the regular food, easy exercise, and some lovin from the other cats. I re-read that thread, btw...and it made me realize just how far she's come. How amazing that kitty is, and how dear and wonderful she is. I love that she is willing to use her voice now...such a big change. For those who took the journey with me, thank you. For giving me encouragement, support, and help, thank you. More than my thank yous, though, Ms. "I'm Pengy and I Rock!!" thanks you. It's so unreal that she's been here two and a half years already...so unreal. Ciels- Michele ~Do Angels keep the dreams we seek While our hearts lie bleeding?~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #9 November 7, 2006 BTW, I just looked over on the sofa...Ms. Pengy is sprawled out there, comfy and happy as can be. What a dear one...and so satifying to know I have helped her. So satisfying. Ciels- Michele ~Do Angels keep the dreams we seek While our hearts lie bleeding?~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #10 November 7, 2006 Here she is, in an up-to-date shot. She's hanging in the kitchen window here. Enjoy! Ciels- Michele ~Do Angels keep the dreams we seek While our hearts lie bleeding?~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ExAFO 0 #11 November 7, 2006 QuoteHere she is, in an up-to-date shot. She's hanging in the kitchen window here. Enjoy! Ciels- Michele She looks much better without a shaved head/face...heh.Illinois needs a CCW Law. NOW. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #12 November 7, 2006 QuoteShe looks much better without a shaved head/face...heh. LOL, yes she does. She's filled out, the panicked-terrified-pissed look is no longer there, and she's hanging in the window which overlooks her former hunting grounds...she looks ever so much better! Ciels- Michele ~Do Angels keep the dreams we seek While our hearts lie bleeding?~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hooked 0 #13 November 7, 2006 Michele, Pengy is a beautiful kitty! You were surprised we remembered the story? How could one forget the story of Penguin and how lovingly it was written? Penguin's life is richer and safe now because of you. -------------------------------------- Sometimes we're just being Humans.....But we're always Human Beings. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shawndiver 0 #14 November 7, 2006 Michele, Better believe we remember! I am more of a dog person than cats, but I remember checking the original thread every couple of hours for Pengy Updates!! Thanks to both you and Pengy for such a great story._________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Katzeye 0 #15 November 7, 2006 Your post reminded me of Hallmarks of Felinity Not a cat lover myself, but can appreciate their character. Is a chicken omelette redundant? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
