Topic: Bramble's Stubborn Adventure (Read 63302 times)

DaveD · « **Reply #95 on:** October 31, 2017, 15:08:05 PM »

It's the upcoming fireworks that have me worried. Hopefully they won't panic her into leaving the area.

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #94 on:** October 31, 2017, 12:56:29 PM »

I think Kay's right Dave. It seems she prefers to be outside, frustrating (and understandably upsetting) though that is. Incidentally, you have made the outdoor shelter particularly inviting.

Kay and Penny · « **Reply #93 on:** October 25, 2017, 15:18:51 PM »

that's excellent, Dave - now she has found it let's hope she makes it her home, at least while she insists on stopping out

it just means she's your outdoor cat, that's all

DaveD · « **Reply #92 on:** October 25, 2017, 13:15:09 PM »

Even more progress. I've only ever seen Bramble inside the kennel when the food I leave for her is at the back. Even when it's pouring down, she finds somewhere else to shelter.
Last night, as I was putting food out for her, I saw Bramble curled up inside the kennel. As soon as she saw me she ran off, else I would have caught her, and I thought I'd made her too nervous to return to the kennel, but I left the food, hoped for the best, and went up to bed.
On the way though, I shone a torch out of an upstairs window, and there she was, back in the kennel!

DaveD · « **Reply #91 on:** October 24, 2017, 16:29:30 PM »

More progress today, I think. Clio spends a lot of time in the kennel, pinching the food I put out for Bramble, but I think her presence makes Bramble a bit calmer, and less likely to run off when she sees or hears me. (Clio's in the second picture too, but in the corner so you can hardly see her.)

Lyn (Slugsta) · « **Reply #90 on:** October 17, 2017, 14:32:01 PM »

This must be terribly frustrating for you Dave - not to mention worrying!

I do hope Bramble soon decides that it is so much more comfortable inside

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #89 on:** October 17, 2017, 05:46:46 AM »

I definitely see it as progress, Dave, but also understand your desire to have her back inside.

DaveD · « **Reply #88 on:** October 16, 2017, 23:41:17 PM »

I'm hoping she comes in before the fireworks start, or at least isn't scared away by them.

Judecat (Paula) · « **Reply #87 on:** October 16, 2017, 22:34:58 PM »

Progress is progress Dave.

DaveD · « **Reply #86 on:** October 16, 2017, 16:56:57 PM »

Bramble still won't come in, but something just happened that makes me think she's getting less skittish.
I was just about to put some chicken out for her when I saw her sitting on the wall. Normally, she scarpers as soon as I approach the door, but this time she stayed put. She let me get within 4 feet, then waited for me to leave and ate the chicken. (I sneaked a peek though a window!)
It doesn't sound like much, but I'll take whatever progress I can get!

DaveD · « **Reply #85 on:** September 13, 2017, 16:19:37 PM »

Even Lily has started coming in early now the weather is less pleasant - Bramble must have been really annoyed by that vet visit!

Judecat (Paula) · « **Reply #84 on:** September 13, 2017, 16:14:42 PM »

Naughty Bramble, how very frustrating for you Dave.

DaveD · « **Reply #83 on:** September 13, 2017, 16:13:12 PM »

Back to square one. She went out on Monday morning and, apart from sneaking back for food, won't come in. At least she's using the kennel, and she's staying closer for longer, so I know it's her eating the food in the kennel. It's rained quite heavily, but it's still not all that cold yet so, fingers crossed, there's still hope!

DaveD · « **Reply #82 on:** September 09, 2017, 18:35:20 PM »

I'll give that a try.

Judecat (Paula) · « **Reply #81 on:** September 09, 2017, 18:12:15 PM »

You'll have to foster a Felix Crispie addiction the same as my cats have, one hint of the crinkle of the packet and I am surrounded by adoring cats, unfortunately the only thing they are adoring is the treats.

DaveD · « **Reply #80 on:** September 09, 2017, 16:29:13 PM »

My brother is over for a visit, which involves going to the pub at least twice, and I generally keep the cats in all day when I'm out in the evening, if possible, so they're all stuck indoors until he goes back on Monday morning!
Last time I kept Bramble upstairs while the others went out, this time they're all together, and she seems more settled. I'll find out if I'm right on Monday!

Lyn (Slugsta) · « **Reply #79 on:** September 09, 2017, 15:38:38 PM »

She really is giving you the run-around, isn't she?!

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #78 on:** September 09, 2017, 15:23:24 PM »

Am so glad Dave. You must be relieved. Has she stayed in (silly question, but I have to ask

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DaveD · « **Reply #77 on:** September 07, 2017, 19:19:49 PM »

...and she's back!
She doesn't like it though, and keeps crying to go out, so I'm sure she'll play silly beggars again. On the other hand, this time she stayed much more visible. Last time there were days when I didn't see her at all, this time I saw her several times during the day and evening.

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #76 on:** September 06, 2017, 06:51:53 AM »

Oh Bramble.......

Dawn F · « **Reply #75 on:** September 05, 2017, 16:10:00 PM »

what a shame, must be so frustrating for you, still like you say it is getting colder

DaveD · « **Reply #74 on:** September 05, 2017, 16:08:03 PM »

She wouldn't come in last night, and she's running off every time she sees me, so we're back to square one. At least she's nearby, and it'll be colder soon, so plan B might have a chance.

DaveD · « **Reply #73 on:** September 04, 2017, 12:19:37 PM »

It's sunny today, so she might be a bit more reluctant to come in, but at least she came in when it rained instead of running away, which is what she was doing before, even when it was tipping down.

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #72 on:** September 04, 2017, 07:40:02 AM »

You're bound to be nervous Dave, but so pleased she came in of her own volition.

Our little Malt has just begun to go out again at night on her own, after her misadventure in June. Can't say I'm keen, but hope that the cooler nights may help to keep her indoors soon.

Lyn (Slugsta) · « **Reply #71 on:** September 03, 2017, 17:30:34 PM »

I'm so glad that Madam came in of her own accord!

DaveD · « **Reply #70 on:** September 03, 2017, 15:27:57 PM »

I'll be nervous every day for a while yet, but it's a good start!

Judecat (Paula) · « **Reply #69 on:** September 03, 2017, 15:14:15 PM »

Really glad for you, and her!

DaveD · « **Reply #68 on:** September 03, 2017, 13:38:18 PM »

Bramble went out this morning, and then it started raining, not hard but persistent....and she stayed out, looking just as grumpy and stubborn as she did before her incarceration, and running away and hiding if I made a move towards her. I thought I'd made a big mistake, but then she came in while I wasn't looking, and stayed there long enough for me to shut the door.

Phew!

Judecat (Paula) · « **Reply #67 on:** August 30, 2017, 23:35:56 PM »

I hope she behaves after her grounding.

Lyn (Slugsta) · « **Reply #66 on:** August 30, 2017, 20:52:53 PM »

Awwww

DaveD · « **Reply #65 on:** August 30, 2017, 19:56:32 PM »

Bramble was a bit wary when I approached, but didn't flinch at all! She's settling down nicely now, so this Sunday will probably be the big day. I'll worry until she comes back in, of course, but it'll have to be done!

DaveD · « **Reply #64 on:** August 26, 2017, 19:17:45 PM »

I was thinking of letting her out tomorrow, but she started acting up and hissing at me when I went near her so I think I'll give it another week. I managed to stroke her a couple of times, so she's settled down a bit, but she's still flinching. I can't keep her in forever though, as much as I'd like to!

Judecat (Paula) · « **Reply #63 on:** August 26, 2017, 17:48:27 PM »

How much longer is Bramble grounded for Dave?

Judecat (Paula) · « **Reply #62 on:** August 22, 2017, 17:27:20 PM »

They are very sweet together, good to see Clio being affectionate to her too.

Dawn F · « **Reply #61 on:** August 22, 2017, 16:22:07 PM »

so cute to see cats snuggling

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #60 on:** August 22, 2017, 07:15:44 AM »

Aw, that's just lovely!!

DaveD · « **Reply #59 on:** August 21, 2017, 18:46:54 PM »

Thankfully I don't have to brush Bramble. She takes care of herself most of the time, and if she needs more grooming Lily takes care of it!

Lyn (Slugsta) · « **Reply #58 on:** August 21, 2017, 18:28:07 PM »

I have never had the nerve to try and brush Sky. Good job she is shorthaired!

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #57 on:** August 21, 2017, 06:51:47 AM »

Baby steps, but giant strides.

My OH was trying very gently to brush Malt when he was on his knee, and she shot into the air and ran and hid, glaring at him.

Every time we may fool ourselves into thinking she's getting a bit more "handleable" she shows us that's not the case. Nontheless, to be where we are after two years is still a source of great pleasure.

Hoping Bramble's continuing to enjoy her time indoors.

Judecat (Paula) · « **Reply #56 on:** August 20, 2017, 13:47:57 PM »

That is good news Dave.

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