URGENT APPEAL TO HELP SAVE Jesiri, a very poorly puss!

[Sootyca]

Just a thought - not saying I don't trust the Post Office but if you put "Jesiri's fund" on the envelope it may tempt some unscrupulous people to open the envelope and take any donation in there.  I know in theory no-one should be able to cash a cheque without ID but it can happen.

Fingers crossed he pulls through this.

Karen
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[Marie]

Poor Baby.  I agree Clare, if all that could sent a little it would add up to a lot.

[carl (billy and baggys dad)]

The poor little man - its worse because it could have been treated. What were the original vets thinking?

[Ela]

but he is young and will cope in time.

It is a shame, however, even older cats adapt remarkable quickly to 3 legs. To be honest I personally thought amputation was going to be the final outcome.

[clarenmax]

CQ in the post c/o Jane's address tonight.

Can't afford much as too many car bills to pay this month, but I guess a little from a lot of people = quite a bit.

[Gill (sneakiefeline)]

Yes CC

[ccmacey]

Aww thats so sad, if the vets had of helped him in the first place... 

Will be able to send a small dontation in the post 

Is that th addy I send it to?

(I'll have to find my checkbook)

[Canterbury_cats (Sharon)]

Hello all.
 
As i have been swamped with people  asking me for details to donate to help Jesiri, details are as follow.. Firstly, we do have a PO BOX number and its emptied whenever one of us can get that way, which isnt that often as the Post office is abit out of our way..
 
So can i plaease plea to people to send to our Branch Secretary, that way the funds get to us quicker..
Also you would do us a great favour if you were able to just write "Jesiri" on the back of chqs (not the envelope), that way we can  have a dedicated fund for this treatment and you know that its going to him directly.. Our branch secretary is a lovely lady and will give out gift aid forms on request.. We can give receipts as well, but if you can give us an email address i can then send you an email to say we received the chq so you know it was receieved okay . Pls bare with us, poor Jane does this with little help and there may be a delay in sending or replying to you. If  you use email we can save on stamps for receipts.. I will promise to keep you all update via the forum.
 
So mark the chq (not the envelope) for the attention of Jesiri fund
Chq payable to Canterbury and District Cats Protection
Canterbury and District Cats Protection
C/O Jane Holness Branch Secretary
3 Austin Road, Studd Hill, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8BL..
 
Our branch telephone number is 01227 266838 if anyone wants to talk to a branch member.. its 01227 360432 if you want to speak to me on the CP Homing line (but its may go to answerphone). If  people have objections to donations being sent direct to Jane then of course pls send to our PO box (PO Box 833, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 1WH). Still marking it for the attention of Jane and write Jesiri on back of cheque.. 
 
and finally please don't think that even small amount's don't help, because believe you me they will.............!!

[Gill (sneakiefeline)]

So sorry to hear this news and hope that the amputation will go well,  for Jesiri.

We await details for donations.

[Canterbury_cats (Sharon)]

Hello all
Update.. I am afraid bad news. The truth of the matter is that Jesiri injuries to his leg make it impossible for it to be fixed.. Its just been left to long and he is already suffering... The truth is that he has probably already lost the leg to infection. Thus vets advise and welfare grounds we are going to go ahead with amputation.. Sorry its not good news, but he is young and will cope in time. This at least gives him a quality of life.

No news on the pelvis yet, but we hope that is a mnor problem.
Sorry people but we all tried and no matter what money was in the pot it wouldn't make alot of difference to the fact that the leg was left too long.

Anyone who wishes to donate to Jesiri care will post details next.

Thanks people for your support..

[Mark]

lostcatsbrighton will make a donation Mark Let me know where to send a cheque and who to make it out to, lets get it rolling for the poor little mite Ron,

Hi Ron, Its Sharon the money will be going to - she will give the details out tomorrow.

[Sam (Fussy_Furball)]

I will be happy to make a small donation ... if someone can let me know where to make a payment I would be grateful 

[ronandcats]

 lostcatsbrighton will make a donation Mark Let me know where to send a cheque and who to make it out to, lets get it rolling for the poor little mite Ron,

[Gill (sneakiefeline)]

This is a polite request:

Do you think we can leave this thread open for matters about Jesiri, so we dont have to scroll for miles to find Sharons posts.

Thanks 

[Mark]

Quick Q-

when there are sick animals that have to be kept in pens is there a vet there at all times, even through the night?

No
I live next door to a vet. They come by around 11pm and again about 7am - a vet practice doesn't have to have someone there all the time but an animla hospital does. Therefore if it were any of mine, they would come home with me unless it was dangerous to move them.

My friends 14 year old was kept in my vets overnight for rehydration and died in the night  - they could tell her what time but said "probably around 2am  "

[Pinkbear (Julie)]

CC

It varies from vet to vet. My one has a nurse who stays on the premises when animals are critical and checks them every couple of hours. She can call the vet in if she thinks it's urgent.

[Dawn (DiddyDawn)]

Even if you include their time, some vet prices are extortionate which doesn't do the animal any favours because it puts people off getting them treated when needed.   If you look at some of the past threads on Purrs and CC, there would have been animals died because the Emergency Call out has been too expensive so they've waited til morning which can then be too late.

Not all vets have the resources to have someone manning the practice 24/7.

[Ela]

Really! Is that because you're a rescue Ela?

No

[blackcat]

if it's a particularly challenging case (and it sounds like it) the specialist vet might like to use it as a teaching opportunity for students .......... I think I would be inclined to suggest it if he is affiliated with a teaching facility... that way it could indeed be free (or costs of materials)

[Dawn (DiddyDawn)]

 I want to make sure everyone is happy to donate to the cause whatever the outcome for poor Jesiri..

I think that goes without saying    Nobody knows what his outcome will be but he deserves a chance regardless, xxxx

[Canterbury_cats (Sharon)]

Thank you all for offering to donate to Jesiri cause.. But please let me at least get the final answer tomorrow, so at least everybody is aware of what they are donating too.. Its heartrending to know that so many people care and as most of us are as skint as can be with our own problems, you still care enough to help..

South East is renowed for  higher vets bills.. Also i want to make sure that everyone that decides to help gets thanked by all of us... Our CP rep is not around today, because ideally it would be nice to find out how much they can contribute to the cause, then at least i know what we are looking at to make up..

Without a plan of action from the vets it hard to give you amount that we need. I want to make sure everyone is happy to donate to the cause whatever the outcome for poor Jesiri.. But with all our fingers crossed you never know the other vet may be prepared to do it for free!! We can only but hope!!

[Tiggy's Mum]

I will be happy to donat towards treatment   

Me too but will have to be after pay day (31st) now.  Is there a paypal address?  If not I have your address Sharon so will send a cheque, payable to Cats Protection or does your group have a specific name?

[Janeyk]

It really doesnt matter what other vets charge,  in this case just the charge that will eventually be made for poor Jeseri.

Nobody's saying it does, but it just shows how much of a rip off most vets are.

That's right just conversation really.

[Mark]

I have sent a small contribution for Jesiri to you, Canterbury Cats.

Also wanted to say that there are hundreds of members but only a handful ever seem to donate to anything. I appreciate that some people have little or no cash to spare but with paypal, the 50p's & £1's add up if enough people put in.

Be assured: I know some people donate to different rescues from time to time without mentioning it on here. 

I'm sure they do but "aint too proud to beg" 

[Gill (sneakiefeline)]

IT is sad that it is so high for poor Jeseri, he could have had a completely different outcome purely cos of money.

I think we all second that Desley.

For donations to help please wait for Sharon to tell us what is needed and how to send 

Thank you to everyone who is offering to help

[Desley (booktigger)]

Will see what I can do penny wise, but very bad time at the moment!!
When Pebbles had her leg amputated last year, I can't remember the full amount, but I know I paid £289 for the pin removal and it was less than that (although bearing in mind the pin removal was done by the out of hours vet). As she was mine, that was the full price. IT is sad that it is so high for poor Jeseri, he could have had a completely different outcome purely cos of money.

[Christine (Blip)]

I have sent a small contribution for Jesiri to you, Canterbury Cats.

Also wanted to say that there are hundreds of members but only a handful ever seem to donate to anything. I appreciate that some people have little or no cash to spare but with paypal, the 50p's & £1's add up if enough people put in.

Be assured: I know some people donate to different rescues from time to time without mentioning it on here. 

[Dawn (DiddyDawn)]

It really doesnt matter what other vets charge,  in this case just the charge that will eventually be made for poor Jeseri.

Nobody's saying it does, but it just shows how much of a rip off most vets are.

[Gill (sneakiefeline)]

I think it all depends on the complexity of the operation, any discounts the vet may or may not give and the area you live in.

It really doesnt matter what other vets charge,  in this case just the charge that will eventually be made for poor Jeseri.

[Dawn (DiddyDawn)]

I think when I had Miska done, my vet charged me £65 all in so I think I got a good deal really.

[Janeyk]

Our Smokey's cost that last year.

For a straight forward amputation we have never paid more that £250 usually less.

Really! Is that because you're a rescue Ela?

[Canterbury_cats (Sharon)]

Sorry everyone for confusing things.. Yep voucher is on its way, but this vet gives us huge discount on vet bills anyhow..

The fracture will cost around 700 to fix as well as 100 or so for the jaw and then xrays of leg.. So final cost could be 900 quid or something.. He has already been FELV tested (all clear).. However, vet cannot really give a definate price just an approx. The referall vet may quote higher or may be less, or may do it for nothing! it is a very nasty fracture and will take many hours to fix... After care is xrays and antibotics and other med i pressume..

All prices were approx i am afraid...

[Janeyk]

I will be happy to donat towards treatment   

Me too

[Ela]

Don’t forget the jaw and pelvis problems and also he needs neutering..

rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr that is where the confusion is, as in the original post it was stated

However he will need treatment for his jaw say £100 and also xrays on this back leg

I thought that was as well as the £700.

Also You will be able to pay for the full cost of the neuter on a yellow CP voucher so that should also help a little.

feel that with donations we can probably cover the cost if the leg can be saved

That is good news

[Dawn (DiddyDawn)]

I'll be happy to send a small donation........sadly I can't afford much as I have my own to sort out but every little will help 

[Mojo]

I will be happy to donat towards treatment   

[Liz]

It sounds as though he has a good chance and now at least he can be given this wonderful chance and its nice to know that the folks here are going to help, as are other CP Branches

Isn't Purrs a wonderful place we are geographically changing the way that the furkids can get help 

Liz and the Clan Cats

[Canterbury_cats (Sharon)]

Now, people, with all that has gone on in the last day or so i am very tired and need a break from this PC screen. BUT, just has a phone call from the vets..

He will stay on drip today and antibotics and our vet will be in discussion with the specialist vet in our area.. Since so many people have offered to help with costs including other CP branches, i feel that with donations we can probably cover the cost if the leg can be saved (and he is in no pain and has a chance if only a slim one to recover use of it)  However, i dont know the final outcome until tomorrow.. If referral is needed then fine, theother specialist vet is very well thought off...

All i can say is that you have all been wonderful and as the vets now knows the cost shouldnt be an issue, i hope (considering welfare etc) we can at least give it a try.. They actually said one day more of IV fluids would probably be a good idea anyhows..

I am sorry i have no photos, as he has been at the vets all this time, my Niece may have on from her mobile phone though..

You have all been fab and i thank you so much for all your help!

[Canterbury_cats (Sharon)]

Dont forget the jaw and pelvis problems and also he needs neutering.. All very guessamates at the moment, thats the guide lines i was given... I supose they dont know until they start!

[Ela]

Our Smokey's cost that last year.

For a straight forward amputation we have never paid more that £250 usually less.