Hi guys, I'm looking for some advice. It's a a bit of a story: 3 months ago, my cat came home with the top of its tail bleeding. The wound was from a trap. The vet had to amputate the tip, we want to save his lovely fluffy tail. After a week, the bandage came off and he immediately attacked his tail. This led to a new open flesh wound. We had to put a cone on for 2 months to let that heal. The week before Xmas, it looked completely healed, even some hair started growing. So we thought it time to take of his cone..... but the poor cat was absolutely terrified of its tail. He hid himself in a dark corner and once again bit it's tail open.... at this point, the vet and I decided to amputate most of the tail. This way, we could start with a new clean scar, the skin at the bottom of his tail is thicker and more difficult to reach. Ok, so now his tail or what is left, has healed beautifully. So we!re again at the point where the cone can come off. With his cone on, he's pretty happy and relaxed. You can touch his tail bit, it doesn't seem to hurt. Only when he sees it from the corner of his eye, he wants to grab it. Now when we take the cone off, he's not as terrified anymore but the little stump scares him. He sometimes tries to bite but at least he doesn't wound himself anymore. But when he sees it, he jumps up and runs away, he's afraid of himself. I try to comfort him as much as I can, giving him treats when I see he's afraid, lots of cuddles and attention. I've been doing this for a week now. I don't see much improvement. Is that too soon to expect? Any one tips on how to get him accept his tail bit? After 3 frustrating months, I want my macho cat back! He's been locked inside obviously, and he wants to conquer the garden again....
