And now for the spoiled part.
I think I may have over protected my little one when he was a baby. When he was a little one, because I have other pets, I never allowed him on the floor by himself. I took him out every day for cuddles, walks around the neighborhood, and out and about with me to run errands,for sunshine and socialization. As a result, he is very well socialized, and loves people. But I think he's afraid of everything else.
I only recently, once he came out of his winter slowdown started letting him onto the floor; and at first he panicked, and ran right back to me, every time. Now he explores pretty well, but I can't help but wonder did I make him more afraid of playing on the floor?
Bath's are anther thing. When he was little, I had a baby bath for him, and then the kitchen sink. That is what he is used to, he has his routine, that's what he expects. Then I heard about dragons that loved to swim and play in the bathtub, and I thought Linus might like it.
Not a chance. Not even a little. The second he felt the water getting a little deeper than he was used to, he scampered right back to me in a panic. I even got into the water with him, to show him its ok, and let him lay on my arm. As soon as I moved my arm away, he moved as fast as he could back onto my arm and up my shoulder. Again I wonder, did I deprive Linus of a chance for enrichment? IS there anything I can do to help him learn to enjoy different experiences?
Any thoughts?
