Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Hey Pretty Girl!

Gretchen sure is coming along! She is always laying on the bed and we've even been able to snuggle and nap with her. We are so happy with her progress. We'll soon take her to the vet for FIV/FeLV testing and start integrating her with the others. We know she misses having other feline friends. Remember, she was once in a feral colony with at least four other kitties and they were always together. Then her colony friends disappeared and that's why she's here.
Ziggy LOVES her and she LOVES him. Sometimes he sneaks in the room when I open the door and I have to catch him quickly. He's only touched noses with her for a second once or twice. There's never been a single hiss and they both purr for the few seconds they are together. Can't wait until he can visit her for longer than a few seconds. I think Ziggy will play a very important role in Gretchen's coming out of the bedroom.

37 comments:

Sparkle said...

Ziggy and Gretchen look so sweet together! Paws crossed that everything goes well with her FIV/FeLV testing so they can get to know each other a lot better!

Catio Tales said...

Aw! Paws are crossed here all goes well with the tests. Gretchen is very lovely and so relaxed compared to the posts from a few months ago :)

Old Kitty said...

Awwwww beautiful Gretchen!! She is so so so adorable!! My goodness I remember when you were trying to entice her and she was so elusive!!! Now look at her all comfy and happy and just thriving!!! I am so so so glad you're there for her!!

Great to see gorgeous Ziggy being so lovely to her! Awwww! Take care
x

Teddy Westlife said...

It's so good that Gretchen already has a friend!

The Monkeys said...

We are purring that Gretchen's test goes perfectly and she can fit into the house! You're so pretty, Gretchen!

Kea said...

She has the most gorgeous eyes ever! :-)

We hope she can come out of the bedroom soon, to integrate. It's terrific she and Ziggy get along well!

Angel Gracie=^o.o^= said...

What two beauties you are! I will pray that your tests are as they should be then you will be able to be out and about.

Cory said...

We will purr that Gretchen tests negative! We know that no matter what, she'll be fine with you. Love seeing Ziggy wanting to kiss her!

Cat said...

How wonderful, I bet sweet Gretchen is in 7th heaven with a nice soft bed and cozy bedroom! It's great that she and Ziggy are already friends with just short meetings so far. I hope everything goes well with her test results and she can be with the other cats!

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Raymond and Busby said...

Gretchen is gorgeous. We hope her tests come back negative so she can have some cat company soon.

Angel, Kirby and Max said...

Gretchen, we are purring that you pass all your tests with flying colors

SASS....Sammy Andy Shelly Sierra said...

How wonderful!!!!!!!!!! Our mama is elated over Gretchen's "taming"....she has had a soft spot for her since the first time you featured her on your blog.

And bless Ziggy in his role of integrating sweet and beautiful Gretchen.

Again, we say we pray you are blessed for the work you do for these ferals. xxxxxxxxxxx

My Mind's Eye said...

Ziggy is a very accepting kitty we bet he and Gretchen will be best buds!!!
Hugs Madi

BeadedTail said...

Gretchen is so beautiful! It's cute how Ziggy is checking her out. We're sending purrs that her testing is all good. Any possibility Ziggy is going to be a Creek Cat too? :)

Anonymous said...

ZIGGY HAS A GIRLFURRIEND
ZIGGY HAS A GIRLFURRIEND

GRETCHEN HAS A BOYFURRIEND
GRETCHEN HAS A BOYFURRIEND

Amy & the house of cats said...

Wow Gretchen is so gorgeous and it is so great that she is doing so well! And boy, that Ziggy is a fast one! But it is great that they are already friends - that is going to help a lot when she meets everyone!

The Island Cats said...

Oh Gretchen! We're so happy you are doing so well!!

Shelly said...

I'm so happy that Gretchen is feeling at home. Looks like Ziggy is whispering "you're gonna love the rest of the house!" in her ear. I hope the tests come back okay!

Cara n Crew said...

That is so great! We can't wait til Gtetchen gets the "all clear" and she and Ziggy can hang together :). Love all the progress she has made!

-Pip, Smidgen, Minnie

Quill and Greyson said...

HOW SWEET! Purrs all is well with the blood work!!

meowmeowmans said...

What a beautiful girl Gretchen is! Paws crossed that the tests come back negative ... sounds like she's going to fit in purrfectly. :)

Ellen Whyte said...

What a lovely story. Gretchen does look so happy. Good job.

Katnip Lounge said...

Gretchen,
I will come over and snuggle with you ANY time, or ALL the time!

XX Maui XX

Lisa Wallace + current cat said...

Gretchen is gorgeoous, and seeing her with Ziggy just melts our hearts.

Milo and Alfie Marshall said...

It's lovely to hear that Ziggy is so sweet with Gretchen. We agree, he will help her settle in.
We're purring for good test results for Gretchen.

We love Luna said...

This post is so adorable!Ziggy and Gretchen are beautiful!Thanks so much for sharing these lovely pictures!
purrs
Luna - WE LOVE LUNA

Carolyon said...

Sounds like Ziggy has had a lot to do with helping her settle in.

Cat Lady Diary said...

Oh Gretchen, I did not know you came inside!!! It's wonderful baby!!

Anonymous said...

We just know Gretchen will be with her fursiblings soon!

Cheyenne -Millie said...

Those are real lovely pictures of a lovely girl!

Marg said...

How did I miss t his. Guess I was busy with my BB cat. That is so exciting that Gretchen is doing so well. WE are also so glad that she and Ziggy are friends. Yeah Gretchen. I knew you were going to be just fine. Thank heavens for your gal and guy servents. What great people.
Have a super week end.

JB's Big and Small Worlds said...

Wow! Things are going very well! WE are so happy for Gretchen!
--JB

Oskar said...

Great bit AWWWWWWW's! They are so sweet!

I hope they become best friends.

Nubbin wiggles,
Oskar

Mickey's Musings said...

Gretchen is SO pretty!! It is good to see that she is becoming more relaxed too :)
That is a cute pic!!
Happy Halloween!
Purrs Mickey, Georgia & Tillie

cats of wildcat woods said...

She is lovely - we are purring that she is healthy and will adjust well to living with you all.

Mr Puddy said...

Wow ! a love story here..how's sweet : )
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