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zoom3+1=4 Send message Joined: 30 Nov 03 Posts: 65709 Credit: 55,293,173 RAC: 49 |
I called the animal shelter and asked them how much they wanted, they told me $190. I was thinking that's a lot when your trying to give these animals a home. I paid only $10 before. I will, asap. Right now I just need to take two bags of trash out and find a place to repair a broken belt loop at. The T1 Trust, PRR T1 Class 4-4-4-4 #5550, 1 of America's First HST's |
kittyman Send message Joined: 9 Jul 00 Posts: 51468 Credit: 1,018,363,574 RAC: 1,004 |
Yes, a trip to the vet is in order. Kitties are generally very habitual and predictable. When their habits change, something is up. I have been through this. In two cases it was due to cancer taking over. And the kitties had to be monitored and dealt with before they were showing pain and suffering. One was a case of kitty getting into some cleaning supplies, unknown to their caretaker. Kitty got to the vet in time, and they were able to save her. In a couple it was just kitty gradually succumbing to the frailties of old age. And not all cats or breeds age at the same rate, although in all cases, much faster than a human being. A 12yo kitty is considered roughly 65 in human years. In one case, the behavior was due to a simple urinary tract infection, which was reversed when she was cured of it. At the moment, one of my own kitties, Bandit, seems to be sneezing a bit more often than usual. Not terribly so, but if it continues for a few more days, she will be due for her own vet visit. In any case, only a professional vet exam can determine what it going on, so that the proper care for kitty can be chosen. "Freedom is just Chaos, with better lighting." Alan Dean Foster |
zoom3+1=4 Send message Joined: 30 Nov 03 Posts: 65709 Credit: 55,293,173 RAC: 49 |
Cleaning supplies here are behind locked doors, I made sure of that, years ago. The T1 Trust, PRR T1 Class 4-4-4-4 #5550, 1 of America's First HST's |
kittyman Send message Joined: 9 Jul 00 Posts: 51468 Credit: 1,018,363,574 RAC: 1,004 |
Cleaning supplies here are behind locked doors, I made sure of that, years ago. Well, at least you can rule that out. "Freedom is just Chaos, with better lighting." Alan Dean Foster |
Suzie-Q Send message Joined: 9 Mar 07 Posts: 3324 Credit: 4,746,812 RAC: 1 |
I'd be willing to chip in a little if Grant wanted to adopt an animal. Anyone else? Some adoption agencies do make it quite difficult, financially, to adopt. I understand they have expenses, but sheesh! (Grant, I really think a cat would be a great choice for you. Maybe a 'senior' cat.) ~Sue~ |
Suzie-Q Send message Joined: 9 Mar 07 Posts: 3324 Credit: 4,746,812 RAC: 1 |
I keep thinking about signing up to make automatic, monthly donations to several charities. I keep procrastinating because I can't afford to donate to all of them (animal and veteran charities, mostly). So I've come up with a sort of solution. I'm going to choose one charity a month and donate to that one. Once I've won the lottery I'll give them some of that money. ;-) Just thought I'd share in case someone else is having the same thoughts. Edit: By the way, DUH! Right? ~Sue~ |
kittyman Send message Joined: 9 Jul 00 Posts: 51468 Credit: 1,018,363,574 RAC: 1,004 |
I'd be willing to chip in a little if Grant wanted to adopt an animal. I might, especially if it were a special kitty. If I am not mistaken, our local shelter here gives away kitties over 3yo for free to qualified adopters.... And you do have to fill out an application form and undergo some vetting, no animals are given away like candy.....they are a very responsible organization. There is, I think, a hundred or so dollar fee for the young 'uns. Dunno about the doggins. "Freedom is just Chaos, with better lighting." Alan Dean Foster |
kittyman Send message Joined: 9 Jul 00 Posts: 51468 Credit: 1,018,363,574 RAC: 1,004 |
I keep thinking about signing up to make automatic, monthly donations to several charities. I keep I donate when and where I am financially able to. Some times it's just $50.00, sometimes I can afford to haul over a couple of hundred bucks worth of kitty food. And no matter what, it's a hell of a good feeling when I can. All I know is that all of them are as innocent as a baby. None of them ended up in a shelter due to their own fault. And I love and feel sorry for each and every one of them. Meow! "Freedom is just Chaos, with better lighting." Alan Dean Foster |
kittyman Send message Joined: 9 Jul 00 Posts: 51468 Credit: 1,018,363,574 RAC: 1,004 |
We have always taken in older cats from those that couldn't care for them any more, to strays that simply adopted us. Never bought one in my life. Most lasted 6-7 years at most, sometimes we had 2 at a time. They all had to be put to sleep in time though cancer or simple old age. We have been here 33 years and there are 7 buried in the back garden. Our current adopted cat is 11, in 5 years or so we will be there yet again. Dunno how much longer I can do this. No point getting a kitten, at my age it will see me out, and I won't be there to guarantee its welfare. Just make preparations for such an event. I have. If Lori precedes me, I shall see to her's. And vice versa. No cat left behind. "Freedom is just Chaos, with better lighting." Alan Dean Foster |
Suzie-Q Send message Joined: 9 Mar 07 Posts: 3324 Credit: 4,746,812 RAC: 1 |
Happy New Year Raccoonians!!!! ~Sue~ |
Suzie-Q Send message Joined: 9 Mar 07 Posts: 3324 Credit: 4,746,812 RAC: 1 |
~Sue~ |
Angela Send message Joined: 16 Oct 07 Posts: 13130 Credit: 39,854,104 RAC: 31 |
I can haz donut? |
Ex: "Socialist" Send message Joined: 12 Mar 12 Posts: 3433 Credit: 2,616,158 RAC: 2 |
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rob smith Send message Joined: 7 Mar 03 Posts: 22158 Credit: 416,307,556 RAC: 380 |
I see the scouting party has struck gold - again Bob Smith Member of Seti PIPPS (Pluto is a Planet Protest Society) Somewhere in the (un)known Universe? |
zoom3+1=4 Send message Joined: 30 Nov 03 Posts: 65709 Credit: 55,293,173 RAC: 49 |
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Grant Nelson Send message Joined: 7 May 12 Posts: 8022 Credit: 4,237,757 RAC: 0 |
Nothing like a lurking puddy cat. LOL |
Angela Send message Joined: 16 Oct 07 Posts: 13130 Credit: 39,854,104 RAC: 31 |
I have changed my signature from a friendly raccoon to a ferocious raccoon because my team, the mighty Raccoon Lovers, is currently participating in the GPUUG challenge "Heat Your Home". Go Team Raccoon Lovers!!! Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr! |
Uli Send message Joined: 6 Feb 00 Posts: 10923 Credit: 5,996,015 RAC: 1 |
@Grant, like the others, I recommend a kitty. First of, contact the shelter and asked if they plan a free adoption event. A lot of shelters do this across the US. Secondly contact the Vet that took care of your GF's dog and let them know you looking for a pet. Sure it will cost you some, examination and vaccinations, but should be alot cheaper than the adoption fee. Please keep us posted. Pluto will always be a planet to me. Seti Ambassador Not to late to order an Anni Shirt |
zoom3+1=4 Send message Joined: 30 Nov 03 Posts: 65709 Credit: 55,293,173 RAC: 49 |
Although Grace sometimes does bounce around the place at a fast speed. The T1 Trust, PRR T1 Class 4-4-4-4 #5550, 1 of America's First HST's |
Grant Nelson Send message Joined: 7 May 12 Posts: 8022 Credit: 4,237,757 RAC: 0 |
We have a few cats outside that must have been left behind from people moving out which are all wild now. They hang around here but keep their distance from you. You never see mice or rats around here ever. They had a free week before I started thinking about a pet, Of course I didn't know about it then. I still haven't made up my mind yet. |
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