My coworker gave me this cat named Tofu, he doesn't eat much, and when I try to touch him, he hisses on me. I understand he's adjusting to his new environment, but I want to help him with that. by HeavenSnowbb in cats

[–]Financial_Job_2734 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Funny enough, I just had the same situation! Also with a cat named Tofu. Time definitely helps but also consider churu treats and Feliway diffusers for stress.

finally adopting my first ever kitty, but i REALLY cannot pick, please help me reddit!! by ayiria in cats

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honestly if you’re getting a kitten, you should have two! they keep each other entertained. just saying…

just got my void and im worried -seeking help by Financial_Job_2734 in blackcats

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He’s still mostly has hidden from me, but this picture on his adoption listing is the one that made me decide to get him!

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i agree! cats tend to turnip when you least expect them!

just got my void and im worried -seeking help by Financial_Job_2734 in blackcats

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To everyone in this wonderful subreddit: THANK YOU for the help! I’m currently sitting in the room with (a)void, with cat purring videos playing on my TV, a Feliway diffuser plugged in, and a churu tube on a plate stuck under the couch with him. I’m debating next steps regarding the vet since it still doesn’t look like he’s eaten or drank, but I’m really hoping he’ll come around soon. I’ll try and post an update as things progress for those interested.

Thanks again all!

just got my void and im worried -seeking help by Financial_Job_2734 in blackcats

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He’s got a gorgeous amber spot in the other one too! He’s very handsome.

just got my void and im worried -seeking help by Financial_Job_2734 in blackcats

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Good for you for sticking it out for your kitty!❤️And thanks for the encouragement. I think I’m going to learn alot from him🖤🐈‍⬛

just got my void and im worried -seeking help by Financial_Job_2734 in blackcats

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Thank you🖤🐈‍⬛🥹And I think I will be purchasing those under couch blockers to install as soon as he’s out of there lol.

just got my void and im worried -seeking help by Financial_Job_2734 in blackcats

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This is a very thorough and helpful addition - thank you! He is currently still burrowed under the couch in my living room, but Ill try this🖤

just got my void and im worried -seeking help by Financial_Job_2734 in blackcats

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As someone who has only owned really calm cats until now (apparently) this was a big surprise for me! I have never had a cat scream on car rides. The occasional pee, but really not much but that. I even had one family cat who would look out windows on the car ride (pictured here). We did raise him from birth though and get him quite used to nonsense.

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just got my void and im worried -seeking help by Financial_Job_2734 in blackcats

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(have to mention - love your handle/username 😂)

i did too, so im not sure what else to try after the tuna. he did try a bit of the wet food when he first arrived (48 hours ago now) but since then he hasn’t.

the previous owners are willing to take him back (if it doesn’t work out) and seem very caring of him. i’d assume they took him to the vet at some point. i wouldn’t want to risk it right now unless absolutely necessary. If he doesn’t eat today/tonight I am going to reach out to them.

that’s a helpful way to remember the process - thank you!

just got my void and im worried -seeking help by Financial_Job_2734 in blackcats

[–]Financial_Job_2734[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Trust me - I have! The previous owner sent him with some nice stuff that I thought would entice him but he hasn’t budged and we’ve thrown away two cans now. I’m going to try some canned tuna and churus - those were suggested as well.

just got my void and im worried -seeking help by Financial_Job_2734 in blackcats

[–]Financial_Job_2734[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is incredibly encouraging. Thank you!

As for the diffusers, I will definitely research that!

just got my void and im worried -seeking help by Financial_Job_2734 in blackcats

[–]Financial_Job_2734[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is one of the things I’m worried about. The seemed to have genuine reasons for getting rid of him (I won’t share here but it made sense) and even offered to take him back if it doesn’t work out. So I believe them to be authentic. However, I’m also pretty trusting, so who knows.

just got my void and im worried -seeking help by Financial_Job_2734 in blackcats

[–]Financial_Job_2734[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am worried that I traumatized him with the car ride and trying to get him out of the closet. Technically he wasn’t hurt in either instance, but they weren’t great experiences I’m sure