Working with extra-super-shy kitten, advice? *Pics*

[kuhio98]

No real advice, but was wondering if Jasper can join him while he's in quarrantine.
Looks like he'd have a real sweet snuggle buddy to show him the ropes. He can gain his confidence by watching Jasper chill out until he's ready to meet the rest of the herd.

[wolflady]

Oh gosh, what a cutie!! I agree, I think you're doing all the right things. I just adjusted a pretty scared kitty in my own home and it just takes that constant perseverance. Bringing toys and treats and even just sitting in the room and reading to him so he gets used to your voice? I read two and a half novels to Freya before she ventured out. If he's comfortable with Jasper, I think introducing Jasper into the "quarantine room" might help as well. I did this too, since Freya seemed fine with our other cat Phinehas. You'll get there, I promise!

[catmandu]

Sydney ChristinOfur is shy , but she is getting better. You have to let the Kitten make the first move.

[snakemama]

No real advice, but was wondering if Jasper can join him while he's in quarrantine.
Looks like he'd have a real sweet snuggle buddy to show him the ropes. He can gain his confidence by watching Jasper chill out until he's ready to meet the rest of the herd.

Jasper has definitely been spending lots of time with the little guy!! I can't leave them unattended because Jasper occasionally likes to roll on kittens and I'm concerned that he would squash Crumpet, but I try and keep them together as much as I can.

I've introduced him to Applesause too! (Broke quarantine a little early...) They are quite a happy pair, and thay are almos thte same weight even though Applesauce is ~3 weeks younger. Applesauce is a MOOSE of a kitten, he's enormous!!

[kuhio98]

Jasper has definitely been spending lots of time with the little guy!! I can't leave them unattended because Jasper occasionally likes to roll on kittens and I'm concerned that he would squash Crumpet, but I try and keep them together as much as I can.

I've introduced him to Applesause too! (Broke quarantine a little early...) They are quite a happy pair, and thay are almos thte same weight even though Applesauce is ~3 weeks younger. Applesauce is a MOOSE of a kitten, he's enormous!!

I'm sure glad Applesauce and Crumpet are getting along. Once Crumpet gains some weight, I can imagine a lot of wrestling going on. Since Applesauce is almost Jasper-size, I imagine that it will be a while before Crumpet wins any of the matches.

[cassiesmom]

Jasper has definitely been spending lots of time with the little guy!! I can't leave them unattended because Jasper occasionally likes to roll on kittens and I'm concerned that he would squash Crumpet, but I try and keep them together as much as I can.

I've introduced him to Applesause too! (Broke quarantine a little early...) They are quite a happy pair, and thay are almos thte same weight even though Applesauce is ~3 weeks younger. Applesauce is a MOOSE of a kitten, he's enormous!!

Just checking for an update and this is a VERY HAPPY one! xo xo xo Col. Crumpet, Adm. Applesauce and General Jasper! xo xo xo

[smokey the elder]

I have had success cuddling kittens to my chest so they can hear my heartbeat. Years ago I tamed a 3 month old kitten who was a holy terror. I wore my leather jacket and heavy gloves so she wouldn't have an effect if she scratched or bit. Within a month she was giving belly and I could trim all claws, fore and aft. (I wonder what ever happened to Mouse.)