Cow was born outside, then was difficult to socialize because his mother was present and VERY protective of her litter of four. After finally being separated from his mom (and from one sibling), it took a month for him to give in and come forward at treat time. Still, he had never, for a moment, given up his distrust, unless he was getting a lickable treat. Then he'd accept that being touched was the price of the treat. Until THIS moment, he'd never been seen with a toy, never really cared for human things other than those that kept him alive. Cow is such a beautiful boy. He's got an uncommonly long body and long silly hair that's a joy to run your fingers through. Even when he's scared, he'll only slap your hand with a soft paw. He's starting to seek attention, too, which is so new that it makes me sniffle every time. Cow accepts the presence of other cats but is cautious about who he gets close to. He also agrees that Peanut (his foster-dog-mother) exists and has the right to exist... as long as they can move very slowly toward friendliness! They've touched noses once. If you are incredibly patient and have a home to offer him, while you love him through all his anxiety, I'm certain that he will grow into the luxuriant lap cat that he was always meant to be, in time.