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Ume’s foster has this to say about her: “Miss Ume Plum Blossom is a VERY unique and complex creature. She came to SCAT in 2021 at the age of one. She was in poor condition and required a battery of vet visits and diagnostics. Overall, results showed no injury or illness. However, after being trapped, treated, tested, etc., she has an intense fear of being touched. She may freeze, shut down, skitter away. She self-isolated herself in her previous foster’s downstairs bedroom until June of this year, despite best efforts.
She’s only swatted and hissed at us (current fosters) a couple of times and never made contact or attempted to bite, but she will twitch all over and avoid the offender. She may not have been socialized as a kitten; some animals (and people!) never do crave physical affection. With the right treats touch and brushing are tolerated, but not yet enjoyed. But if I lean in, she will give me a nose sniff, whisker tickles, and a soft little purr-purr. She has slept in my bed with me, will sniff and lick me if she thinks I’m sleeping, and walked on me over blankets.
Ume has a condition called Nystagmus. It refers to involuntary eye movement, in her case it can be a small vibration or, when nervous, a more distinct back and forth motion. Her eyes are also a little lazy at times, exotropia type - meaning they turn outwards. Although it sounds serious, these are common traits in Siamese and Himalayan blue-eyed cats. It does not require treatment.
What does this mean for Ume? She isn’t blind, but has impaired depth perception. She appears to be sensitive to really bright light and isn’t as confident in low light. I believe this may have played a large role in her previous self-isolation. Yet it’s hard not to stare, her eyes are gorgeous.
Ume was transferred to us in June and has been blossoming; once the shell opened, the silliest nut popped out and has been entertaining us ever since. She’s curious, likes to be involved in household matters, follows us and tickles with whiskers. She’s playful, keeps herself busy with toys and scratch posts and adores catnip. She oversees cleaning, vacuuming, etc. And one day ears went back, tail came up, and we got our first taste of U-may Zoo-mays. She bounces a few steps, will ever-so-carefully jump a few levels of her cat tree, scratch attack on her post, careful hops down, then sprints. Her eyesight makes her very cautious. No jumping on counters for this lil one, but she jumps around
Ume’s foster has this to say about her: “Miss Ume Plum Blossom is a VERY unique and complex creature. She came to SCAT in 2021 at the age of one. She was in poor condition and required a battery of vet visits and diagnostics. Overall, results showed no injury or illness. However, after being trapped, treated, tested, etc., she has an intense fear of being touched. She may freeze, shut down, skitter away. She self-isolated herself in her previous foster’s downstairs bedroom until June of this year, despite best efforts.
She’s only swatted and hissed at us (current fosters) a couple of times and never made contact or attempted to bite, but she will twitch all over and avoid the offender. She may not have been socialized as a kitten; some animals (and people!) never do crave physical affection. With the right treats touch and brushing are tolerated, but not yet enjoyed. But if I lean in, she will give me a nose sniff, whisker tickles, and a soft little purr-purr. She has slept in my bed with me, will sniff and lick me if she thinks I’m sleeping, and walked on me over blankets.
Ume has a condition called Nystagmus. It refers to involuntary eye movement, in her case it can be a small vibration or, when nervous, a more distinct back and forth motion. Her eyes are also a little lazy at times, exotropia type - meaning they turn outwards. Although it sounds serious, these are common traits in Siamese and Himalayan blue-eyed cats. It does not require treatment.
What does this mean for Ume? She isn’t blind, but has impaired depth perception. She appears to be sensitive to really bright light and isn’t as confident in low light. I believe this may have played a large role in her previous self-isolation. Yet it’s hard not to stare, her eyes are gorgeous.
Ume was transferred to us in June and has been blossoming; once the shell opened, the silliest nut popped out and has been entertaining us ever since. She’s curious, likes to be involved in household matters, follows us and tickles with whiskers. She’s playful, keeps herself busy with toys and scratch posts and adores catnip. She oversees cleaning, vacuuming, etc. And one day ears went back, tail came up, and we got our first taste of U-may Zoo-mays. She bounces a few steps, will ever-so-carefully jump a few levels of her cat tree, scratch attack on her post, careful hops down, then sprints. Her eyesight makes her very cautious. No jumping on counters for this lil one, but she jumps around
Check out our adoption information at the SCAT Adoption Centre on Faithfull.
Adoption Screening form can be found on www.streetcat.ca on the FORMS & INFO page.
Potential adopters will need to have landlord permission in writing as well as a carrier to get their new companion home safely.
Check out our adoption information at the SCAT Adoption Centre on Faithfull.
Adoption Screening form can be found on www.streetcat.ca on the FORMS & INFO page.
Potential adopters will need to have landlord permission in writing as well as a carrier to get their new companion home safely.
Our Adoption Centre is a free roaming space where the animals are allowed to mingle with the people who come to visit. Come relax on the couches and have a cozy lap warmer. We are located at the corner of 50th & Faithfull Avenue.
Our Adoption Centre is a free roaming space where the animals are allowed to mingle with the people who come to visit. Come relax on the couches and have a cozy lap warmer. We are located at the corner of 50th & Faithfull Avenue.
More about this rescue
Since 1996 SCAT Street Cat Rescue's prime focus has been feral cats because of the limited options available for them. TNR is a successful option instead of the traditional trap and kill. The majority of the cats rescued by SCAT, however, are socialized and available for adoption. As the city grows, so to does the need for our services. Adopt, Donate, Volunteer, TODAY!
Since 1996 SCAT Street Cat Rescue's prime focus has been feral cats because of the limited options available for them. TNR is a successful option instead of the traditional trap and kill. The majority of the cats rescued by SCAT, however, are socialized and available for adoption. As the city grows, so to does the need for our services. Adopt, Donate, Volunteer, TODAY!
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