r/Catswhoyell • u/jtumm • Jul 02 '21

Human Conversationalist Freddy sharing his thoughts on the new cat tree.

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u/airysuit Jul 02 '21

Your cat seems a bit stressed by the situation (camera or high pitch voice or...?)

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u/jtumm Jul 02 '21 edited Jul 02 '21

He’s honestly come so far! We’re working through his chronic rhinitis to see if it helps, but he was rescued from a hoarding situation a little over a year ago and he’s come such a long way since we’ve been working with him.

Whenever we let him out of his “safe space” to explore new areas he gets extremely stimulated, but that’s just a new piece of the Freddy puzzle to figure out.

Edit: Freddy in his safe space (eg., the office)

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u/Link_outside_the_box Jul 02 '21

Awww! I love Freddie! And you’re awesome for working so hard with a traumatized kitty! Does he let you pet him?

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u/jtumm Jul 02 '21

Within the last couple months he’s started being very affectionate toward us when we sit on the floor with him and play with his favorite toy! Purring so much he starts to drool, it’s amazing! It lasts for approximately 15 minutes and he gets too stimulated and turns into a biting boy again. But it’s safe to say we’re getting there!

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u/humulus_impulus Jul 03 '21

This is so good for my heart. This planet needs more humans like you. Thank you.

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u/cheshire_splat Jul 02 '21

Thank you for the explanation. I was really worried about Freddie’s reaction because he seemed about on the brink of a panic attack. I’m glad to know he’s with someone knowledgeable and experienced. I hope Freddie lives his best life with y’all!

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u/jtumm Jul 02 '21

Thank you! 💜

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u/airysuit Jul 03 '21

Ahh thanks for the explanation! That's a relief you're aware of his signals

Edit: he is absolutely adorable!