A friend of ours has a cat thats been hanging on his front steps for a couple of days now. Unfortunately he's allergic and can't keep or even touch it. I went and saw the cat today and realized it needs some help. Not sure if it's a male or female (I forgot to check that) but the gums are white, it's full of scabs and is kind of wobbly when it walks. It's also been declawed and may be a year old, if that.

We're not set up to take any cats but are more then willing to transport and at least give a food donation to anybody who might be willing to help.

I'll ask around to see if anyone I know can help out.

where is the kitty located? which town?

where is the kitty located? which town?

Lusby

Tx. I'm waiting to hear back from a friend via email.

I've got inquiries out to rescue friends. It's late tho and I'm not getting any responses. I'll check my email early in the morning and will follow up here. I'm so sorry for this little kitty.

A friend of ours has a cat thats been hanging on his front steps for a couple of days now. Unfortunately he's allergic and can't keep or even touch it. I went and saw the cat today and realized it needs some help. Not sure if it's a male or female (I forgot to check that) but the gums are white, it's full of scabs and is kind of wobbly when it walks. It's also been declawed and may be a year old, if that.

We're not set up to take any cats but are more then willing to transport and at least give a food donation to anybody who might be willing to help.

AWWW. This poor kitty looks like he needs some love and someone to care for him. I hope someone can help him out. If anyone is willing to take him in, I will help out with food, treats, toys and kitty litter/box.

I was in a hurry yesterday (just like now) but kitty is love starved and really wants to come inside but again our friend just can't do it. They have been making sure it has food and water though.

if you can pm me the street address and the phone number of the neighbor where the kitty is, I'll go and pick it up. I can't bring it to my house. I already have a houseful plus one foster. I'll have to take it to Charles County Humane Society. Will that be ok?

i can see it now you bring the kitty to the humane society and they turn around and take it to the tcas and they put it to sleep. Did you read cinabuns story luvscats?

i can see it now you bring the kitty to the humane society and they turn around and take it to the tcas and they put it to sleep. Did you read cinabuns story luvscats?

Yes it would be so much better to let the kitty die on the streets with no medical treatment :whistle: Why don't you offer up the help if you do not like how it is being handled. :imjustsaying:

Contact one of the rescue groups.

i can see it now you bring the kitty to the humane society and they turn around and take it to the tcas and they put it to sleep. Did you read cinabuns story luvscats?

Yes it would be so much better to let the kitty die on the streets with no medical treatment :whistle: Why don't you offer up the help if you do not like how it is being handled. :imjustsaying:

Sadly, there are just too many cats/kittens needing help right now. I've been feeding bottle babies since March. I have two now that are about 4 weeks old in addition to my own 4 cats. I cannot risk taking in a sick cat when I've worked so hard to get these babies to survive.

It could be the cat has leukemia or it could be she has fleas so bad that she is anemic. At any rate, euthanasia, while I hate the word, is a much kinder fate for the cat than suffering and dying or falling prey to a dog or fox, etc.

It's reality.

Contact one of the rescue groups.

We've had an email chain going since last night. Most of the rescues are up to their eyeball in healthy cats and kittens and just don't have the resouces to help a sick cat other than get it off the street.

yes, yes, I read the story. All the rescue groups and shelters are very overcrowded this time of year. The rescue groups are having to turn away healthy cats and dogs.

Taking this kitty to a shelter is the only solution I can offer. If they prefer the kitty not go to the shelter, that is ok too, but somebody has to step forward and take the kitty to a vet to determine his illness.

We've had an email chain going since last night. Most of the rescues are up to their eyeball in healthy cats and kittens and just don't have the resouces to help a sick cat other than get it off the street.

That's really sad. They have cats like one that gurl had adopted, that is not a good pet and doesn't want to be touched, but can't make room for a love starved, declawed kitty. Sad. Just sad.

They really need to get their priorities straight.

That's really sad. They have cats like one that gurl had adopted, that is not a good pet and doesn't want to be touched, but can't make room for a love starved, declawed kitty. Sad. Just sad.

They really need to get their priorities straight.

i agree with you mAlice. I can't take in anymore animals 3 is my limit and I already have that.

That's really sad. They have cats like one that gurl had adopted, that is not a good pet and doesn't want to be touched, but can't make room for a love starved, declawed kitty. Sad. Just sad.
They really need to get their priorities straight.

We do the best we can on a case by case basis. We make mistakes. We also do alot of good.

I'll continue to check my email throughout the day to see if anyone in my realm of reference has any other ideas. My offer stands if they want me to take the kitty to a shelter I'd be happy to do that.

That's really sad. They have cats like one that gurl had adopted, that is not a good pet and doesn't want to be touched, but can't make room for a love starved, declawed kitty. Sad. Just sad.

They really need to get their priorities straight.

That's a pretty unfair statement.

Can we at least get this cat a visit to the vet to make sure that he or she has a chance? A couple tests and a good check-up is affordable. There's always the possibility the cat's not sick at all. I did this once with a cat I found in Westbury. She has a wonderful home now with RR.

So what was the location? I can hit up some friends on Facebook, see if a pet-free home can foster her before we can get her in for a checkup, and a little while after. It would be easier to get the rescue groups involved at that point.

That's a pretty unfair statement.

Really? Is it fair that they find homes for feral cats that will never make good pets by falsely advertising them as something they're not?

Wait a minute, this cat is declawed? Has he or she been scanned?

Wait a minute, this cat is declawed? Has he or she been scanned?

I'm getting the impression that no one has done anything yet. The problem is, it needs to go to a home with no cats, in case it has something contagious. Otherwise, I'd grab it up.

Really? Is it fair that they find homes for feral cats that will never make good pets by falsely advertising them as something they're not?

I cannot comment on what the rescue does that you got your cat from, but the rescues I'm associated with are VERY upfront about each and every animal we have available. We don't want our animals to fail in their new home so it is not advantageous to "lie" about our animals.

Cats can be strange animals..you aren't always sure how they will react to other cats or situations in a new environment.

Like I've always said, don't knock a rescue until you've tried it.

Can we at least get this cat a visit to the vet to make sure that he or she has a chance? A couple tests and a good check-up is affordable. There's always the possibility the cat's not sick at all. I did this once with a cat I found in Westbury. She has a wonderful home now with RR. So what was the location? I can hit up some friends on Facebook, see if a pet-free home can foster her before we can get her in for a checkup, and a little while after. It would be easier to get the rescue groups involved at that point.

I know the kitty is in Lusby. If we could find someone to foster him/her that would be wonderful. What vet would y'all prefer to use?

I cannot comment on what the rescue does that you got your cat from, but the rescues I'm associated with are VERY upfront about each and every animal we have available. We don't want our animals to fail in their new home so it is not advantageous to "lie" about our animals.

Cats can be strange animals..you aren't always sure how they will react to other cats or situations in a new environment.

Like I've always said, don't knock a rescue until you've tried it.


Okay.

I know the kitty is in Lusby. If we could find someone to foster him/her that would be wonderful. What vet would y'all prefer to use?


Who's footin' the bill?

Wait a minute, this cat is declawed? Has he or she been scanned?

They would scan at the shelter or maybe one of the rescue groups has a scanner and would scan the kitty for us.

I know the kitty is in Lusby. If we could find someone to foster him/her that would be wonderful. What vet would y'all prefer to use?

Just went back and realized you said that, thanks... I usually use All Kinds in Callaway, but I don't drive.

I'd be happy to pay for the check up, but first we need a temporary place to keep the cat in case she has anything contagious. We could get a scan done there, and then maybe someone will find their (by the looks of it long lost) pet. Hopefully. If not, a clean bill of health will help get him/her into a rescue system. Otherwise, I can't say it wouldn't have been worth the effort. Looks like a sweetheart that could use some attention in any form.

They would scan at the shelter or maybe one of the rescue groups has a scanner and would scan the kitty for us.

Vets have scanners. I'm concerned about them wanting to snatch a stray away from us though... the shelter I mean. Do they do that?

The problem is, it needs to go to a home with no cats, in case it has something contagious.


I agree, it should go somewhere without other cats too, not just for disease but also I'd think in case there's a turf war or something with existing cats. I think being declawed puts it at a disadvatage of defendings itself in case the others didn't get along with it. I considered volunteering but it would need to be indoor and outdoor cat and I'm worried about it defendings itself from the others if it needed to.

Vets have scanners. I'm concerned about them wanting to snatch a stray away from us though... the shelter I mean. Do they do that?

No..they wouldn't do that. They really don't want ANOTHER stray cat..trust me.

Vets have scanners. I'm concerned about them wanting to snatch a stray away from us though... the shelter I mean. Do they do that?

I called Last Chance Animal Rescue. She can offer lower costs on standard tests like felv/fiv, etc. Her charge for an office visit is $10. What we need now is someone to house the kitty until we determine its illness. And...if the cat tests pos for fel leuk or anything else serious, what then?

It's very probable that the cat is just infested with ticks, fleas and worms. We need to be prepared if it tests pos for something more serious tho.

Vets have scanners. I'm concerned about them wanting to snatch a stray away from us though... the shelter I mean. Do they do that?

as long as you don't release the kitty to the shelter or rescue group, you maintain control over its future.

I also have a cat condo someone could borrow to house the kitty if we can find a volunteer to foster.

No..they wouldn't do that. They really don't want ANOTHER stray cat..trust me.

:lol: Good point, thanks

I called Last Chance Animal Rescue. She can offer lower costs on standard tests like felv/fiv, etc. Her charge for an office visit is $10. What we need now is someone to house the kitty until we determine its illness. And...if the cat tests pos for fel leuk or anything else serious, what then?

It's very probable that the cat is just infested with ticks, fleas and worms. We need to be prepared if it tests pos for something more serious tho.

Awesome on the $10 visit and low cost tests. Where is this located, and what are their hours?

If the cat tests positive for something, we're already looking for a home with no cats. If it tests positive for something really bad, I guess the cat got the attention it very much needed in the last moments of his or her life... :ohwell:

I also have a cat condo someone could borrow to house the kitty if we can find a volunteer to foster.

Sweet. Posting on Facebook as soon as the internet allows... it's being weird today.

Ugh! Is something wrong with Facebook or my connection here?

Ugh! Is something wrong with Facebook or my connection here?


The share button doesn't seem to be working.

I also have a cat condo someone could borrow to house the kitty if we can find a volunteer to foster.


What kind of cat condo? I'm visualizing the carpeted thing.

I am not having any problems with facebook and the share button working fine on my end maybe its your internet connection lucky

What kind of cat condo? I'm visualizing the carpeted thing.

Wire cage..usually two story. Like a tall crate. I have one as well.

What kind of cat condo? I'm visualizing the carpeted thing.

This is exactly what I got from luvcats folks when I fostered some of their kittens last month.

http://www.cagesdirect.com/images/imagecache/252x300Midwest130CatCage.jpg

What kind of cat condo? I'm visualizing the carpeted thing.

it's a tall metal cat cage with two perches. I think it's about 3-4 feet high and it's on casters so you can roll it around. I can deliver it in my truck.

The carpeted thing is also called a cat condo...that's why I asked.

Yahoo! Image Search Results for cat condo (http://images.search.yahoo.com/search/images;_ylt=A0geu8iNmVxKBVgAHn1XNyoA?ei=UTF-8&p=cat%20condo&fr2=tab-web&fr=yfp-t-501)

I've seen what you're talking about, though.

we still need a foster. I've got emails out. I have to go outside and do some yard work. We had a large tree come down and we're headed outside to saw it up. I'll check back here and on email tho.

:lol: Awesome on the $10 visit and low cost tests. Where is this located, and what are their hours?

Their phone number is 301-274-9409. that's the office close to Waldorf and is the office I've used a couple of times while working with a rescue group.

They have an office in Lex Park, 301-866-0303.

we'd have to call, get an appt, discuss the fees, etc., once we find a foster. And maybe someone else knows of a vet that offers low fees that we can use. I'm just offering up some ideas. :)

Facebook still not working for me, think it's work. Got some signs with pictures and details posted around the office saying "ASAP." Hopefully I'll get a call soon.

If anyone is willing to foster this cat, I'll donate $200 towards it's vet care.

If anyone is willing to foster this cat, I'll donate $200 towards it's vet care.

You are awesome.

I can foster the cat if I can borrow the cat condo. I have a foster dog my own personal dog and a cat that probably shouldn't be near this kitty in case it has something contagious. We can foster the kitty until it is healthy enough to get adopted. I have a spare bedroom that the kitty can stay in so that it will be away from the other animals. If anyone has an extra litter box or anything that I can use please let me know. I don't work so I can drive and get things. I just have enough kitty stuff for the one cat that i have. We would be happy to help this kitty.

I can foster the cat if I can borrow the cat condo. I have a foster dog my own personal dog and a cat that probably shouldn't be near this kitty in case it has something contagious. We can foster the kitty until it is healthy enough to get adopted. I have a spare bedroom that the kitty can stay in so that it will be away from the other animals. If anyone has an extra litter box or anything that I can use please let me know. I don't work so I can drive and get things. I just have enough kitty stuff for the one cat that i have. We would be happy to help this kitty.

Sweet! Do you have an area of your home where he or she can come out of the cage every once and a while that can be separated from your other pets?

I have a LOT of wet food that's been sitting around waiting to be donated for a little while. Someone posted earlier offering up a lot of cat supplies, can't remember who. About to run out to lunch, will get right back on this as soon as I get back. Looks like we're about to save a kitty! :yahoo:

Thank you!

I can foster the cat if I can borrow the cat condo. I have a foster dog my own personal dog and a cat that probably shouldn't be near this kitty in case it has something contagious. We can foster the kitty until it is healthy enough to get adopted. I have a spare bedroom that the kitty can stay in so that it will be away from the other animals. If anyone has an extra litter box or anything that I can use please let me know. I don't work so I can drive and get things. I just have enough kitty stuff for the one cat that i have. We would be happy to help this kitty.

Good job, Second Hoper. :yay:

I have a spare bedroom that my other pets do not go into that the kittty can have free reign in until it is better. I would be happy to help this kitty.

Good job, Second Hoper. :yay:

I try!!

My offer stands to assist with up to $200 for vet bills. Someone just needs to let me know when, where, and how.

I think I'm calling this cat "Curb-Cat" until it has a real name.

I strongly suggest that who ever fosters this cat to keep it quarantine for no less than 10 days.
Make sure the cat has it first vaccine and is treated for worms.

Good luck to the new foster family!!
Thanks to all to all who are coming together to help this cat.!!:buddies:

Thank You!! If I foster this kitty I can take it over to the Well Pet Clinic in Lex Park. I also live in Lex Park so it is very close for me.

This wouldn't be my first stray kitty. I have had a few before that we have found great homes for.

Thank You!! If I foster this kitty I can take it over to the Well Pet Clinic in Lex Park. I also live in Lex Park so it is very close for me.

Lucky has a lot of cat food she can donate to the cause, and you're not far from us, so it wouldn't be inconvenient to bring it to you.

Please foster this kitty. We'll do what we can to help, but we just can't bring her home with the boyz. They're pretty rough and tumble.

Sweet! Do you have an area of your home where he or she can come out of the cage every once and a while that can be separated from your other pets?

I have a LOT of wet food that's been sitting around waiting to be donated for a little while. Someone posted earlier offering up a lot of cat supplies, can't remember who. About to run out to lunch, will get right back on this as soon as I get back. Looks like we're about to save a kitty! :yahoo:

Thank you!


Don't you have an extra litter box?

I have an extra litter box if there is someone who has a need for it. It is fairly large with a top (and hole) for privacy. :lol:

I have no problem fostering the kitty. Any donations would be very much appreciated. I would greatly like to borrow a kitty condo from somone just so he/she will have a safe place to be/ quarantined until we know if it has any contagious diseases.

I have an extra litter box if there is someone who has a need for it. It is fairly large with a top (and hole) for privacy. :lol:

Looks like we need to have a meet to bring this all together. DosGato's can name the place and time. Please keep in mind I don't get out of work 'til 5. I work locally, so it should work out well.

You guys are awesome! :yay:

I know the kitty is in Lusby. If we could find someone to foster him/her that would be wonderful. What vet would y'all prefer to use?

If some one can get the cat in a carrier and bring it to me I will take it. I am at Canter-Lope Horse tack in Callaway. I will return the carrier. Anyone?

If some one can get the cat in a carrier and bring it to me I will take it. I am at Canter-Lope Horse tack in Callaway. I will return the carrier. Anyone?

We already have a taker, but thanks! :yay:

I'm just getting back home. I'm going to pick up the kitty and get a scan in Solomons (I'm not holding my breath) but I can meet somebody at Pepper's with a carrier and do the transfer. Just give me a time that's best.

A great big THANKS to everybody wanting to help.

You guys are awesome! :yay:

:yeahthat: :clap:

Don't you have an extra litter box?

Nah, threw out the old ones when I got the new ones. When I went to clean them out I realized it was past their time.

Got the new ones at WalMart for like, $3 each I think though. Gotta go to WalMart tonight, can pick one up. Didn't someone post earlier about litter? I get paid tomorrow so I think I'm going to buy myself another box. GAWD I hate carrying those things. They need wheels. They also need scoops that come inside the box.

Nah, threw out the old ones when I got the new ones. When I went to clean them out I realized it was past their time.

Got the new ones at WalMart for like, $3 each I think though. Gotta go to WalMart tonight, can pick one up. Didn't someone post earlier about litter? I get paid tomorrow so I think I'm going to buy myself another box. GAWD I hate carrying those things. They need wheels. They also need scoops that come inside the box.

Chasey has a litter box to donate. Maybe you should pick up a managable size bag of litter for the orphan.

Their phone number is 301-274-9409. that's the office close to Waldorf and is the office I've used a couple of times while working with a rescue group.

They have an office in Lex Park, 301-866-0303.

we'd have to call, get an appt, discuss the fees, etc., once we find a foster. And maybe someone else knows of a vet that offers low fees that we can use. I'm just offering up some ideas. :)

Do they have an actual veterinarian on staff? Just don't want to take extra trips for one thing, then another somewhere else.

I'm going to All Kinds this afternoon anyways, should I call them about a check up, tests, and vaccines?

Chasey has a litter box to donate. Maybe you should pick up a managable size bag of litter for the orphan.

Nah, those little bags don't last, they're hardly worth it. I'll pick up a regular box.

Nah, those little bags don't last, they're hardly worth it. I'll pick up a regular box.

I think it's probably safer to pick up a small container of something until foster human can determine if there's allergies.

I think it's probably safer to pick up a small container of something until foster human can determine if there's allergies.

My offer stands to supply the litter box, litter, food, treats and toys.

I have no problem fostering the kitty. Any donations would be very much appreciated. I would greatly like to borrow a kitty condo from somone just so he/she will have a safe place to be/ quarantined until we know if it has any contagious diseases.

PM sent about payment of vet care.

I'm just getting back home. I'm going to pick up the kitty and get a scan in Solomons (I'm not holding my breath) but I can meet somebody at Pepper's with a carrier and do the transfer. Just give me a time that's best.

A great big THANKS to everybody wanting to help.



:whistle:

My offer stands to supply the litter box, litter, food, treats and toys.

I missed your post. Sorry.

My offer stands to supply the litter box, litter, food, treats and toys.

Well Chasey's got the litter box, I've got lots of food that I need to donate, wanna get the litter, treats, and toys? I might see something at the store and grab it on impulse anyways, but you can never have enough treats and toys :)

EDIT: what's a good central area? I'm in Southern St. Mary's. Was thinking just on one side or the other of the bridge, maybe Petco or Pepper's. Could meet up there and pass along the supplies.

I am on my way to Solomons to see about the kitty. I'll be back in a few.

Well Chasey's got the litter box, I've got lots of food that I need to donate, wanna get the litter, treats, and toys? I might see something at the store and grab it on impulse anyways, but you can never have enough treats and toys :)

EDIT: what's a good central area? I'm in Southern St. Mary's. Was thinking just on one side or the other of the bridge, maybe Petco or Pepper's. Could meet up there and pass along the supplies.

Wharf rat wants to meet at Peppers for the pick up. Maybe DosGato's can meet everyone else at Petco after that?

sounds good to me. what time?

sounds good to me. what time?


:confused: Don't know who you're talking to.

You need to collect some phone numbers.

Lucky, you wanna' pm DosGato's your number?

sounds good to me. what time?

6:30?

I can do that. I just pm'd you my cell #

I need to run. I'll be right back

frequentflier, Chasey, can y'all meet up at Petco with us @ 6:30? PMing my cell.

frequentflier, Chasey, can y'all meet up at Petco with us @ 6:30? PMing my cell.

Let me know so I can plan accordingly. This is so exciting! It's a forum rescue!

Let me know so I can plan accordingly. This is so exciting! It's a forum rescue!

Dad said he would take me to get antibiotics for Fry and to WalMart for kitten food, so instead of WalMart I'll go to Petco.

Let me know so I can plan accordingly. This is so exciting! It's a forum rescue!

:thewave: YOU GUYS ARE GREAT!!! :thewave:

:thewave: YOU GUYS ARE GREAT!!! :thewave:

I'm not really doing anything, but everyone else is great!

I've got the kitty condo up and ready to go. just tell me when and where. I'm in Huntingtown. I know where Pepper's is and I know where the Petco is in California just over the bridge. This is just awesome. I don't have money to contribute but I'm happy to provide the condo if you need it. I can bring an extra litter box if necessary.

Depending on the conditiion of the kitty, be sure to keep the kitty isolated from your other pets, and WASH your hands and arms after each handling.

And have we decided what to do if the kitty tests pos to felv/fiv?

I've got the kitty condo up and ready to go. just tell me when and where. I'm in Huntingtown. I know where Pepper's is and I know where the Petco is in California just over the bridge. This is just awesome. I don't have money to contribute but I'm happy to provide the condo if you need it. I can bring an extra litter box if necessary.

Depending on the conditiion of the kitty, be sure to keep the kitty isolated from your other pets, and WASH your hands and arms after each handling.

And have we decided what to do if the kitty tests pos to felv/fiv?

Also remember that some viruses are airborne. Just a word of caution.

hubby and I have to get back outside to finish working on cutting up fallen tree. I've given my phone number to a few folks and Cattitude has it also. If you'd like to borrow condo, just call me and let me know when and where.

thanks everyone.

Also remember that some viruses are airborne. Just a word of caution.

The trade just took place. Kitty is pretty scruffy. He definately needs some attention and TLC. He was hungry! I sent Dos Gattos home w/ litter box, litter, food, treats and a toy. Wharf Rat also had some stuff for him.
He was definately someone's pet at one time. You can see where he used to wear a collar. Looks like he's been kicked around some...
He's in good hands now!

The trade just took place. Kitty is pretty scruffy. He definately needs some attention and TLC. He was hungry! I sent Dos Gattos home w/ litter box, litter, food, treats and a toy. Wharf Rat also had some stuff for him. He was definately someone's pet at one time. You can see where he used to wear a collar. Looks like he's been kicked around some...He's in good hands now!

Hurray!!!! this is just wonderful! thank you, thank you! let me know if there's anyway I can help out. y'all are terrific!

And have we decided what to do if the kitty tests pos to felv/fiv?

I think that should be up to the foster more than any of us now... there is no rescue organization involved yet, just us. If any tests come back positive, best thing to do might be to just put the little guy to sleep, depending on the severity of whatever it may be. If Curb Kitty tests positive for something mild, maybe we can work towards finding a pet-free home or foster. Robin posted earlier offering her home to the kitty.

We can really only hope for the best, but by looking at the pictures this kitty looks undernourished on top of the pale gums. For all we know this little guy may need immediate IV fluids.

I'm making myself worry. :(

Also remember that some viruses are airborne. Just a word of caution.

Very good point. Hopefully kitty will test negative. Towel under the door in the meantime I suppose...

I think that should be up to the foster more than any of us now... Hopefully kitty will test negative...

you're absolutely right. good luck! what a wonderful day!

The trade just took place. Kitty is pretty scruffy. He definately needs some attention and TLC. He was hungry! I sent Dos Gattos home w/ litter box, litter, food, treats and a toy. Wharf Rat also had some stuff for him.
He was definately someone's pet at one time. You can see where he used to wear a collar. Looks like he's been kicked around some...
He's in good hands now!

You can still see a collar indentation? Wow... this kitty's in pretty bad shape for still being able to see that. Hope there's nothing to scan, I'd be worried about who this guy was going back to.

The trade just took place. Kitty is pretty scruffy. He definately needs some attention and TLC. He was hungry! I sent Dos Gattos home w/ litter box, litter, food, treats and a toy. Wharf Rat also had some stuff for him.
He was definately someone's pet at one time. You can see where he used to wear a collar. Looks like he's been kicked around some...
He's in good hands now!


You know it's a male or female?

You can still see a collar indentation? Wow... this kitty's in pretty bad shape for still being able to see that. Hope there's nothing to scan, I'd be worried about who this guy was going back to.

Scan turned up nothing.

You know it's a male or female?

She looks like a dilute torti...female.


Great work guys, let's hope she's reasonably healthy.

You can still see a collar indentation? Wow... this kitty's in pretty bad shape for still being able to see that. Hope there's nothing to scan, I'd be worried about who this guy was going back to.

More that the hair was missing around his/her neck where a collar would have been.

More that the hair was missing around his/her neck where a collar would have been.

Poor choice of wording, but that's what I meant. Still seems far too scruffy for that to still be there.

So DosGattos, FF sent you off with food and litter, would you still like to meet up for some more at Petco? Couldn't hurt, but I also don't want to postpone a vet visit. Let me know how things work out.

Also, just gave myself some peace of mind... called All Kinds for what kind of price range to expect if kitty needs IV fluids:

Exam cost: $46
+ $20 or so for fluids. Much more affordable than I expected. If the bill goes a little over the supplied funds, let me know so I can help out. If the estimate you guys get is more than that, the number to All Kinds is 301 994 9919.

You know it's a male or female?

Actually, it was so scarred up we really couldn't tell. Dos and I were thinking fixed male. Also, yesterday I thought for sure it was very young, but after seeing it a little more today I'm not sure of that right now either. It's in pretty bad shape. At the very least flea dermatitis has done some damage. Regardless, it's off the street for now. A great big thanks to DosGattos. Hopefully a vet visit will bring some good news. If it is felv/fiv positive, I feel Dos will do what ever is best for the cat and I for one would not question her decision (what ever that may be). If it's a worse case senario, at least the end for this critter can be peaceful. For now all we can do is stay positive.

Thanks again DosGattos. Hopefully this will all end on a great note!!

Let me know so I can plan accordingly. This is so exciting! It's a forum rescue!

I'm not sure I can make it tonight at that time. You're pretty close to me. If you wanted to swing by and pick up the litter box, that would work.

Actually, it was so scarred up we really couldn't tell. Dos and I were thinking fixed male. Also, yesterday I thought for sure it was very young but after seeing it a little more today I'm not sure of that right now either. It's in pretty bad shape. At the very least flea dermatitis has done some damage. Regardless, it's off the street for now. A great big thanks to DosGattos. Hopefully a vet visit will bring some good news. If it is felv/fiv positive, I feel Dos would do what ever's is best for the cat and I for one would not question her decision (what ever that may be). If it's a worse case senario, at least the end for this critter can be peaceful. For now all we can do is stay positive.

Thanks again DosGattos. Hopefully this will all end on a great note!!

:yeahthat::yahoo:

Fastest rescue I've seen happen on the boards since I've been on here!

Oh my! I've been away from the computer for a while. Good on DosG! :clap:

I'm not sure I can make it tonight at that time. You're pretty close to me. If you wanted to swing by and pick up the litter box, that would work.

It's okay, keep it as a spare. I'll pick one up while I'm at Petco.

I'm so glad all this happened so fast and turned out so well with so many donations. Makes me feel all warm and fuzzy :)

We can probably get her courtesy posted w/Second Hope Rescue since DosGattos is a volunteer with SHR.

I would like to thank everyone for helping out with the kitty rescue. He/she seems very friendly but a little skittish. I haven't gotten a vet appointment yet but I am working on it. Hopefully, that will come through as well. Let's keep our fingers crossed that it doesn't have anything serious or contagious. I'm optimistic that with some love and TLC and a nice visit to the vet that this kitty will be ok.

Let's keep our fingers crossed that it doesn't have anything serious or contagious.



fingers, toes and eyes all crossed. will say a wee prayer also. :)

I would like to thank everyone for helping out with the kitty rescue. He/she seems very friendly but a little skittish. I haven't gotten a vet appointment yet but I am working on it. Hopefully, that will come through as well. Let's keep our fingers crossed that it doesn't have anything serious or contagious. I'm optimistic that with some love and TLC and a nice visit to the vet that this kitty will be ok.


Let us know if you need anything.

Let us know if you need anything.

We may have to raise some money to help when this kitty goes to the vet.

I just got back from the vet's office. We took her over to All Kinds. She came back negative on the combo test!! YAY!! She has a slight heart murmur and is/was infested with fleas and ticks. They gave her capstar for the fleas and frontline. We have to wait a few days and watch her scratching. If she isn't excessively scratching she can be put on antibiotics. After that she can get her vaccines. She might 4 years old or even 10. We don't know for sure but she does need a name. Any suggestions??

I just got back from the vet's office. We took her over to All Kinds. She came back negative on the combo test!! YAY!! She has a slight heart murmur and is/was infested with fleas and ticks. They gave her capstar for the fleas and frontline. We have to wait a few days and watch her scratching. If she isn't excessively scratching she can be put on antibiotics. After that she can get her vaccines. She might 4 years old or even 10. We don't know for sure but she does need a name. Any suggestions??

:yahoo: As for names, "Lucky", "Angel", "Gabriella" or "Gabby" (for the angel), "Frannie" (Patron St. of animals), or, my FAVORITE, "Gertie" for Gertrude, the Patron Saint of Cats!!

St. Gertrude, patron saint of cats (http://saintspreserved.com/gertrude.htm)

I just got back from the vet's office. We took her over to All Kinds. She came back negative on the combo test!! YAY!! She has a slight heart murmur and is/was infested with fleas and ticks. They gave her capstar for the fleas and frontline. We have to wait a few days and watch her scratching. If she isn't excessively scratching she can be put on antibiotics. After that she can get her vaccines. She might 4 years old or even 10. We don't know for sure but she does need a name. Any suggestions??

:cartwheel. Cattitude was right- she is a she! She has such a big face-maybe because she is so thin, her head looks really big. I thought she looked like a male cat. She was someone's pet once. Glad she is on the mend...

:yahoo: As for names, "Lucky", "Angel", "Gabriella" or "Gabby" (for the angel), "Frannie" (Patron St. of animals), or, my FAVORITE, "Gertie" for Gertrude, the Patron Saint of Cats!!

St. Gertrude, patron saint of cats (http://saintspreserved.com/gertrude.htm)

I like Gert...it suits her!

I like Gert...it suits her!

:yeahthat: Someone was definitely watching out for her. :angel: I think any variation of Gertrude would suit her. Look at how fast, from the first post to now, that she was rescued and treated at the vet!

We may have to raise some money to help when this kitty goes to the vet.

I think someone is donating $200. That should get her through the initial stuff. If not, all she has to do is ask. We get a collection plate out there. :yay:

:yahoo: As for names, "Lucky", "Angel", "Gabriella" or "Gabby" (for the angel), "Frannie" (Patron St. of animals), or, my FAVORITE, "Gertie" for Gertrude, the Patron Saint of Cats!!

St. Gertrude, patron saint of cats (http://saintspreserved.com/gertrude.htm)

Good name :yay:

I think someone is donating $200. That should get her through the initial stuff. If not, all she has to do is ask. We get a collection plate out there. :yay:

I've commited $200 towards her vet bills. Forking over some $$ is the least I can do. Afterall, DG has the hard part. This poor cat didn't stand a chance in her previous situation.

I've commited $200 towards her vet bills. Forking over some $$ is the least I can do. Afterall, DG has the hard part. This poor cat didn't stand a chance in her previous situation.

That's very generous. DG may have the hard part, but money is what pays the bills. :yay:

Wow! what awesome teamwork!:yahoo: kudos to you guys!

I am sure that many of us would be willing to chip in a few donations if needed.. even the small ones add up! just let us know

I really appreciate everyone's help and donations! Without all of you this wouldn't have been possible!!:yahoo:

I really appreciate everyone's help and donations! Without all of you this wouldn't have been possible!!:yahoo:

We expect regular updates and pics!

Did ya' get the kitty condo?

I will definately be taking pictures and keeping everyone updated on Gertie's progress. Yes, we did get the kitty condo.

I will definately be taking pictures and keeping everyone updated on Gertie's progress. Yes, we did get the kitty condo.

DosGattos...YOU are the best :flowers:
We may not be able to save them all but every effort makes a difference.

DosGattos...YOU are the best :flowers:
We may not be able to save them all but every effort makes a difference.

:yeahthat:

:yeahthat:

How is Gertie doing? I had a dream last night that she became a beautiful cat with long shiney fur ... honest, I did! In my subconscious, I guess I can see it happening!

I've been wracking my brain trying to remember where I'd seen this poem and couldn't remember to save my life! Duhhhh....it was right here on the forum. It seems fitting for this thread...... :)

I would've died that day
if not for you.

I would've given up on life
if not for your kind eyes.
I would've used my teeth in fear
if not for your gentle hands.

I would have left this life
believing that all humans don't care.

Believing there is no such thing
as fur that isn't matted;
Skin that isn't flea bitten;
Good food -and enough of it;
Beds to sleep on,
Someone to love me-

To show me I deserve love
just because I exist.
Your kind eyes, your loving smile,
your gentle hands
Your big heart saved me…

You saved me from
the TERROR of the pound,
Soothing away
the memories of my old life.
You have taught me
what it means to be loved.
I have seen you do the same
for other dogs and cats like me.
I have heard you
ask yourself in times of despair
Why you do it.

When there is no more money,
no more room, no more homes.
You open your heart a little bigger,
stretch the money a little tighter
Make just a little more room
to save one more like me.

I tell you with the gratitude
and love that shines in my eyes
In the best way I know how,
Reminding you why you go on trying.

I am the reason
The dogs and cats before me are the reason
As are the ones who come after.
Our lives would've been wasted, our love never given
We would die if not for you.

How is Gertie doing? I had a dream last night that she became a beautiful cat with long shiney fur ... honest, I did! In my subconscious, I guess I can see it happening!

I bet when she gets better she will be a very pretty kitty!! On that note, Oh Dos Gattos, any updates on Gertie??

We took another trip to the vet today. We had to pick up her medication. Gertie is now on Steroids and Antibiotics. She has been tearing herself up and pulling chunks of her skin off. The steroids should help with the itching and the antibiotics should clear up the infection. Hopefully, her hair will grow back soft and fluffy. She has become quite a feisty kitty!! She is very playful and quite loving. I can't wait to see how much more her personality develops. She is going to make someone a wonderful pet.

We took another trip to the vet today. We had to pick up her medication. Gertie is now on Steroids and Antibiotics. She has been tearing herself up and pulling chunks of her skin off. The steroids should help with the itching and the antibiotics should clear up the infection. Hopefully, her hair will grow back soft and fluffy. She has become quite a feisty kitty!! She is very playful and quite loving. I can't wait to see how much more her personality develops. She is going to make someone a wonderful pet.

:huggy:

She may be ichy but she can sleep easy now. :flowers:

We took another trip to the vet today. We had to pick up her medication. Gertie is now on Steroids and Antibiotics. She has been tearing herself up and pulling chunks of her skin off. The steroids should help with the itching and the antibiotics should clear up the infection. Hopefully, her hair will grow back soft and fluffy. She has become quite a feisty kitty!! She is very playful and quite loving. I can't wait to see how much more her personality develops. She is going to make someone a wonderful pet.

:drummer: Great Job!

this is a direct quote from Gertie:

"Zip-a-dee-doo-dah, zip-a-dee-ay
My, oh my, what a wonderful day
Plenty of sunshine headin' my way
Zip-a-dee-doo-dah, zip-a-dee-ay"

We had to put a cone on her due to the fact that she was chewing chunks of her flesh off. She looks sad with the cone on but it is working. She doesn't mind it too much!! She just looks pathetic!

We had to put a cone on her due to the fact that she was chewing chunks of her flesh off. She looks sad with the cone on but it is working. She doesn't mind it too much!! She just looks pathetic!
pics please :lol:

We had to put a cone on her due to the fact that she was chewing chunks of her flesh off. She looks sad with the cone on but it is working. She doesn't mind it too much!! She just looks pathetic!

Those *lampshades* do look pathetic but it will be good to let her heal and grow her fur back!

Wow - I didn't think they made cat-cones. I figure a cat could wrestler their way out of any type of cone.

How's Gertie doing??

How's Gertie doing??

:yeahthat: :popcorn:

i want pics of a kittie conehead!!!

She is doing very well. She is very sweet and loving. I can't wait until she is better enough to come out of our room and socialize with everyone else. I'll get some pictures of her and post them soon.

She is doing very well. She is very sweet and loving. I can't wait until she is better enough to come out of our room and socialize with everyone else. I'll get some pictures of her and post them soon.

Is her hair coming back? Is she eating a lot and gaining weight? When do you have another vet appointment?

She is doing very well. She is very sweet and loving. I can't wait until she is better enough to come out of our room and socialize with everyone else. I'll get some pictures of her and post them soon.

are ya doing ok with the vet bills??? just checking to see if all is ok...

Is her hair coming back? Is she eating a lot and gaining weight? When do you have another vet appointment?

:yeahthat: + :worthless

Sorry, I have been very busy with family visiting. I did take some time to get some pictures of Gertie. They aren't the best because she didn't want to sit still. She was too busy rubbing on me on giving me kisses!! Turns out hubby is allergic to cats!! She sleeps in our room and lays on the bed all day which isn't good for the allergies. She is too cute so I can't say no!! She is doing wonderfully, after she finishes her steroids she can be vaccinated and then she will be able to come out and socialize with everyone else. Hopefull, my hairless wonder of a cat Ragnar won't be a jerk to her. If he is he can stay in his room and she can be free to explore.

Thanks for the update and pictures.

Thanks for the update and pictures.

:yeahthat: She looks like she's coming along just fine. Can't wait to see some pics when she's all better!!

Looks like she's getting fluffy now that she can rub up on people instead of a curb.

so glad to hear she's doing good and in your home where she gets love and care. Thanks!

Nice to hear she's doing so well, hope she plays nice with your current companions!

Sorry, I have been very busy with family visiting. I did take some time to get some pictures of Gertie. They aren't the best because she didn't want to sit still. She was too busy rubbing on me on giving me kisses!! Turns out hubby is allergic to cats!! She sleeps in our room and lays on the bed all day which isn't good for the allergies. She is too cute so I can't say no!! She is doing wonderfully, after she finishes her steroids she can be vaccinated and then she will be able to come out and socialize with everyone else. Hopefull, my hairless wonder of a cat Ragnar won't be a jerk to her. If he is he can stay in his room and she can be free to explore.

Do you need to change your name to TresGattos? :lol:

Do you need to change your name to TresGattos? :lol:

I think I might!!

how is Gertie getting along? Just curious.... :)

how is Gertie getting along? Just curious.... :)

:howdy: Me too!! Was thinking about her yesterday!

Please let me know when Gertie needs more food and litter :-)

Miss Gertie is doing wonderfully!! She has a vet appointment next week for her follow up and to get vaccinated. She is quite the diva, as soon as we get out of bed in the morning rest assured she is ready to take our spots in bed and keep it warm for us!! She met our hairless wonder the other day. He wasn't too happy about it he was hissing and growling up a storm. She didn't even bat an eye at him and definately couldn't be bothered to get off of our bed to check him out!! She is an absolute doll and will make someone a great pet!!

wonderful news! thanks for the update!

:yahoo:

Gertie is now ready to be adopted!! If anyone out there know anyone that is interested in adopting a cat Gertie is a wonderful cat!!

:clap: Glad to hear she made a full recovery! I wish I could take her, but I set a limit of 2 kitties and we're there right now. Besides, they are both older women and set in their ways! :lol: Do you have a recent pic of Gertie?

I sure wish I could take her but I'm full up also. If we continue to publicize here I'll bet someone will know someone who is looking for a new family member. :)

Post some new pics and I'll send them to my sister. Her cat died last week and she is looking for a new one. She said she wanted one about a year old but you never know. Have the vets been able to narrow down Gertrude's age any? From the early pics, it looks like she has been declawed only in front. True?

She is front declawed, spayed, up to date on vaccines. The vet guessed her at about four maybe younger. I'll get some pics posted ASAP.

Post some new pics and I'll send them to my sister. Her cat died last week and she is looking for a new one. She said she wanted one about a year old but you never know. Have the vets been able to narrow down Gertrude's age any? From the early pics, it looks like she has been declawed only in front. True?

This girl is just over a year. I got her last August and her age was about 5 weeks then. She is with Second Hope Rescue and looking for her forever home.

Check out her video - Adopt a Domestic Short Hair-black and white: Charlotte: Petfinder (http://www.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=11666771)