Day 2

After getting a second and third opinion, we have a change in plans for Wallace. No surgery for now. But complete restriction on jumping. I carried out the transformation of the back room and it is now my bedroom. Thursday was the first day she was cooped up. Webster wanted to stay with his sister so they were both in the back room all day. 

I just left them for Day 2. This time Webster has free roam of the house but is separated from his sister. 

Most of the time it's fine - if I'm hanging out in the back room. Otherwise it's a little torturous since Wallace likes to hang out and be where the action is. 

Last night, nick and I were in the kitchen and that worked fine since I could move the barricade to include roaming in the kitchen. And just kept an eye on her jumping. Not a 100% successful since she did jump once. 

But then I put her back in the back room and nick and I ate dinner in the front room with Webster roaming. Afterwards, instead of hanging out with nick, I abandoned him and retreated to the back room for snuggles with Wallace. She was very appreciative and wasn't noticing being cooped up. 

I'm not entirely sure if the restriction of movement is enough. She still jumps a little from the floor to the mattress. But it's a small jump. I don't really want to put her in a dog crate but that's the ideal restriction. So far, no sign of improvement. But I remind myself it's only Day 2. Only 26+ days to go. I'm supposed to keep her confined for four weeks no matter the improvement and potentially six weeks. Ugh. 

The plan is to start painting the bedroom this weekend. I've landed on Light Blue by Farrow&Ball. It's a nice color for both sunny and shaded rooms. I think I might try painting it with a brush instead of a roller. 

I'm going to pick up a baby gate too. Right now I'm using two small bookcases stacked but it's quite cumbersome. Nick was trying to talk me into installing a door last night. But there really isn't any clear space for the door to swing in our out. The only thing that would really work is a sliding pocket door. Which is wishful thinking. One day. 

Overall both cats have been marvelous. Webster is very confused but rolls with it and I feel Wallace knows more and is being positive about it all. Lots of snuggles and only a little but of meowing.  And as Nick pointed out, this set of cars are really friendly and laid back. I keep reminding myself it's for the best.