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It’s taken a while to build up a sense of trust with our neighbours’ cats, but after feeding them on numerous occasions while their humans have been on holiday they’re pretty relaxed about me and my camera now. These were taken on morning when I popped in to top up their food and water, but Sookie and Cwtch definitely seemed more focused on relaxing than eating!
Photos taken 18 February 2024
Every so often we have the pleasure of looking after our neighbours’ cats while they’re on holiday. Cwtch and Sookie have gradually grown accustomed to us and I often use their more relaxed moments to catch some photos of them.
During my second visit they had come downstairs, ready for breakfast and a spot of sunbathing, although initially Sookie decided she would observe me from a chair beneath the dining room table!
Cwtch watching the garden intently for intruders….
Followed by a spot of unashamed lounging in the sun - not always in the most elegant way!
Eventually Sookie gained some more courage and came out into the sunshine.
Photos taken June 2023.
Over the summer we looked after Sookie and Cwtch, the two cats who live next door to us, for a few days and I finally made a break through in making friends with Sookie. Previously she’d been very wary, but she soon warmed to me when she realised I was her only source of food for the week! Over the last few days we’ve been feeding them again and naturally I took a few photos!
Initially Sookie was undecided as to whether she still liked me, but once she remembered what good cheek rubs I give she was my best friend again! That didn’t stop her hiding beneath the bed on occasions, but at least we weren’t back to square one…
In complete contrast, Cwtch was always happy to come and say hello and she patiently posed for me after she’d had some grub.
Photos taken 1 January 2023
We’ve often looked after our neighbours cats, Cwtch and Sookie, while their humans have been on holiday and it’s always a pleasure. Cwtch is always confident and friendly towards us, but Sookie is a much more reserved character, often apparently afraid of her own shadow!
A big stretch from Cwtch
This summer they’ve both spent more time in their front garden, mostly keeping clear of their canine siblings, so I’ve taken this opportunity to gain Sookie’s trust a little more. Often you’ll find me on my hands and knees, giving her a cheek rub as if I stand up she’ll run a mile! One week over the summer though we spent several days feeding the two of them as this proved a real turning point. Realising I was a purveyor of both cheek rubs and food, Sookie became a total convert and she even relaxed enough for me to take some photos one morning.
I’ve never seen Sookie this relaxed before!
Photos taken August 2022
