Orion was a neighborhood feral I'd fed daily for months. After six months I realized how much I'd miss her if she didn't show up and took responsibility for her. Through a local non-profit Trap-Neuter-Release agency, she was neutered, vaccinated, and flea-treated. Our relationship began.
I was uncertain if she'd adapt to indoor living and was resigned to resuming our "old" relationship if necessary.
At this time last year she was hiding in the back of a small drawer most of the time. She was frightened, I couldn't touch her.
We built our relationship at her pace. I never tried to grab her. It took months before she initiated contact, longer before I could pet her, and look at her now, cuddling on my lap!
Silly kitty's favorite food: raw kale. She asks for it, steals it, jumps into the fridge to nab it, and prefers it over cheese.
Although she's still timid, she's also affectionate, playful, and delightful!
I'm glad she came to live with us.
