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Title: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester) Now upadated with pix
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 01, 2008, 20:06:01 PM: Well I went to see the alcohol lady just now and the situation is far far worse than I anticipated. There are14 cats, 11 of whom are unneutered (two Toms). One cat has had kittens today and one of the other cats has killed the kittens and the woman doesn't know where the mother is right now. Most of the cats are not used to being handled. She burst into tears and said it has all got out of hand and she needs help. She is prepared to let 10 of the cats go (I just might have a home for one of them) and I said I would try to get help with getting them neutered. She will hold on to them until someone can take them. I am sure they wont be vaccinated etc. I am at a loss to know what to do but something has to be done. Any ideas would be gratefully received
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Canterbury_cats (Sharon) on July 01, 2008, 20:15:42 PM: Ring your local CP (sorry i dont know if you are a rescue or not) and see if they will ring HQ on your behalf to get them all covered to be neutered..

Or ring yourself and see what they say..

Talk to a local vet who may be able to give abit of discount..if you take all 14 cats to them.. Females higher proirity to males.. In the wider scheme of t hings.. Make sure you make a note of which ones are done and which ones are outstanding to be done esp if they are all black etc

Then try to get as much infor as poss on each cat and start to rehome. But first action is to stop the breeding and then rehome.. mum and kittens just born high priority.. Where abouts are you?
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 01, 2008, 20:20:33 PM: I'm in Manchester. Three of them are done, I sorted that out several years ago for her but this has just got out of hand now. I don't think she has any idea about the cats' personalities etc just says that most of them aren't used to being handled. The two toms are fighting it out for supremacy and spraying everywhere (the house smells awful). The just born kittens are all dead, killed by one of the other cats apparently. I think I might know which one it is and where it might be but the people whose garden it hides in are not in at the moment. This is a nightmare
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Tiggy's Mum on July 01, 2008, 21:26:50 PM: Hope you can get this lady some help MM, as Sharon said I think the first step is approaching CP to see if they can issue neutering vouchers to her to at least stop the situation from getting any worse.
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 01, 2008, 21:34:21 PM: Whereabouts in Manchester are you? I can't promise but I may be able to get my friend who runs a cattery to take a couple in and get them neutered them etc. Send me the details and a contact number and leave it with me :hug: Jackie from the Stockport CP will probably help with vouchers for them :shy:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: blackcat on July 01, 2008, 21:38:03 PM: I hate to contradict someone as experienced as Sharon, but i would be targetting the Toms as a priority. They can sire multiple litters of kittens in the time one female can produce one litter. So they should be neutered first. They will also be creating havoc in the household trying to make sure they are the fathers of any kittens and if in doubt will kill kittens who may not be their's so as to make the females become available for mating sooner than if they had a litter suckling.
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 01, 2008, 21:43:59 PM: I would disagree BC, although the toms will be causing bedlam, the females will need to be sorted first. I try and prioritise with colonies, the more females out of the way the better, when they are in season, this adds to the disharmony amongst the male cats which in turn creates more injuries and fighting.

Modified to add It sounds like there are 8 unspayed females so if left, all will end up pregnant and potentially you could have 40 kittens to deal with :Crazy:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 01, 2008, 22:42:57 PM: I've just had a chat with Chrissie now and I'm going to try and persuade my friend Sue to take one of the toms, get him neutered etc and have him rehomed. At least with one of the toms out of the way, this will hopefully settle things down a little bit. I'll be ringing Sue tomorrow to see if she can help and then we'll sort out getting the others spayed/neutered.
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Post by: Bazsmum on July 01, 2008, 22:46:31 PM: What an awful situation...I bet you are so shocked there being so many.....Good Luck with getting these babes sorted! :hug:
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 01, 2008, 22:56:09 PM: I've just sent a plea out and hopefully it will pay off :wish:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 02, 2008, 06:01:44 AM: Thanks Dawn. It's all terribly sad really, the woman is in a mess both emotionally and re the cats. However she is big enough to sort herself out if she wants to but these little sweethearts really need our help. The ones she is looking to rehome are a beautiful sleek black unneutered tom aged about 2 she thinks, a black and white female and the rest as far as I can work out are all tabby and white pretty little girls. If anyone is able to offer them a home or knows anyone who can please contact me. I think one of the little girls may be pregnant as her tummy looks a little fat but I am no expert.
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Canterbury_cats (Sharon) on July 02, 2008, 07:59:44 AM: In these situations (thankfully not many) we have always dealt with females first, on the premise that there is s deadline if pregnant as to which vets will spay and every dya makes a difference. Toms may still be trying to make the queens preg but you have some time topaly with, those that are already you dont. !

What a horrid situation... Let us know how you get on with neutering etc.
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Desley (booktigger) on July 02, 2008, 08:24:46 AM: Fingers crossed Chrissie, I am glad you have been to see her, and I do hope that some places can be found for these.
BC - males can still produce sperm for up to 6 weeks after, which is why females are priority.
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 02, 2008, 09:24:50 AM: We have moved a stage further! Have had a long chat with local CP woman this morning and she says they will sort out payment for neutering. The vet concerned is my old one who I have known for about 20 years so will ring him later to sort out getting the toms done. I know we should be aiming for the females but realistically the toms are used to being handled and we have to make a start sooner rather than later. The woman is going to try and arrange to loan us a trap and hopefully we can pick off the females for neutering. Any help still welcome and I know Dawn is working away in the background so things could change if other people come forward.
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Dawn F on July 02, 2008, 09:26:56 AM: well done to you for trying to get this sorted, thank god she has accepted your help, it sounds like her life if a bit of a mess but at least this can be sorted
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Millys Mum on July 02, 2008, 09:48:58 AM: Well done on approaching her and getting her the help she needs :hug:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 02, 2008, 14:11:35 PM: I've just had an email off Josie who does rescue, she has fosterers and pens if someone can do some travelling :shy: I think she's in London though, can't remember off hand :tired:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 02, 2008, 15:59:37 PM: I know this may not help in this situation but I've had another email off Josie. Any kittens that need places, she can find places for them :)

I am in north london N4.

I can filter them out from here. I can rehome as many kittens as you like in surrey if that helps?

http://www.animal-lifeline.co.uk/ will take the kittens, they spay and neuter home check and will have contracts signed saying the kittens come back at 6 months for neutering.

They have a waiting list of homes for kittens :).

They recently took 9 from a group in essex.

we can network the transport between us!

xxxxxxxxxx
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 02, 2008, 16:03:24 PM: Mandy off Cat Chat has emailed me and she's going to put a plea on there as well :hug:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Canterbury_cats (Sharon) on July 02, 2008, 16:53:37 PM: THEY HAVE NO KITTENS ....................UNBELIEVABLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 02, 2008, 16:54:15 PM: Maybe we are in the wrong area ;)
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 02, 2008, 17:12:36 PM: This is wonderful. Unfortunately there are no kittens as everytime they are born one of the other cats kills them immediately. It would be great if we could get them anywhere the problem is we have to trap them and then it would have to be done very quickly. If anyone near Manchester can help that would be great. CP woman this morning said it is doubtful they could rehome the females as they are not handleable (spelling??). The toms are now booked in for next Wednesday and I have pushed a note through the door as the lady who owns them isn't in. The vet is sending her pre op instructions through the post. Still don't know if the mother has turned up. She hasn't been seen for a few days by the neighbour whose garden she hides in.
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 02, 2008, 17:29:58 PM: Sue said she'll take one of the toms so I'll pm you her phone number so you can give her a ring :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 02, 2008, 17:42:57 PM: I will try and get over next week and give you a hand if you want, I can get the females spayed but sadly will have to return them until we get places sorted. If anyone is prepared to do a run to London and get them to Josie, any help would be appreciated :hug: :hug:

It may be worth moving this to the Rescue/Rehoming section in case anyone in Rescue can help :shy:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats!
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 02, 2008, 17:56:36 PM: That would be great Dawn, I'll put the kettle on. Wednesday is the day the woman is usually around (though she hasn't been today!). Do you have any traps you could bring? There is no problem returning them she says she will keep them as long as necessary

I will put a thread on rescue and rehoming and ask people to look here
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 02, 2008, 19:00:28 PM: I've had an email off someone who has offered to take 4 :Crazy: If pregnant females though, she prefers 2 and she's in Brighton ;)
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 02, 2008, 19:01:06 PM: I've got traps and may be able to acquire a couple more, I'll see what I can do :hug:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Bazsmum on July 02, 2008, 19:02:23 PM: Wow....This is all coming along very nicely....Well Done girls! :Luv: :hug:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 02, 2008, 19:03:47 PM: Transport is the big issue now :tired:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Bazsmum on July 02, 2008, 19:06:53 PM: Would that be Manchester to Brighton? :-: I know there is some lovely peeps on here that Im sure if they are not otherwise engaged something will be sorted! :wish:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 02, 2008, 19:19:07 PM: Yep and Manchester to London or Josie can arrange for someone to meet part way. I think the one thing we will be short of as well is carriers, so if anyone has any spare, they would be much appreciated. With the cats being wildy, they will be better in the carriers and not having to be transfered :tired: I should be able to sort some out but not many, I'll ask Sue at the cattery if she has any spare :shy:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 02, 2008, 20:21:12 PM: The woman called round just a while ago. SHe says that the cats can be stroked but not used to being picked up which at least means they are not completely wild. We think one is definitely pregnant. This is so good I am so grateful that people are so kind and helpful.
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 02, 2008, 20:23:38 PM: I'll take the pregnant one if you want, I've got a spare pen here and at least Angie from Brighton can take 4 if they aren't. Maybe I can get them spayed first and she won't have to worry about getting that done :shy:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 02, 2008, 20:40:13 PM: That's brilliant Dawn. We now just have to work out how to get the cats transported. Although I drive I can't do long distance cos I have a hip and knee problem.
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 02, 2008, 20:43:43 PM: I don't mind doing some of the driving but would need help with fuel costs :tired: I've emailed Angie from Brighton to see if she can pick the 4 up that she can take, that would make it easier, I'll let you know when I hear back from her.
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 02, 2008, 20:46:01 PM: I am more than happy to help with fuel costs, would happily drive if I could
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 03, 2008, 00:22:04 AM: With these babes, seeing as the earliest we can get the boys in is next Wednesday, I'm going to try and book at least 4 of the females into my vets for next week. I'll go over on Wednesday with my traps and the hospital cages and hopefully I'll be bringing back 5 which will include the pregnant one. I will then have them spayed, keep them a few days and return them until we can sort out transport to wherever. If need be, we'll do the same for the next lot, I can sort vouchers so not a problem and the quicker they are done, the better otherwise we will have a few pregnant queens on our hands :tired: Also, getting the females done, we will be ending this cycle and kittens won't end up in the wrong hands ;)
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn F on July 03, 2008, 09:34:02 AM: when do they need to go to Brighton??
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: tiga on July 03, 2008, 09:36:20 AM: I'm in Brighton and have 2 carriers if Angie needs to use them. I can drop them off.
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 03, 2008, 09:51:20 AM: I think once Dawn has them and they have been neutered or they could go straight from here - best check with Dawn as she is co-ordinating that bit of it. Thanks
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 03, 2008, 12:02:10 PM: Quote from: Dawn F on July 03, 2008, 09:34:02 AM
when do they need to go to Brighton??

Angie mentioned them being dropped off Sunday but we can't do anything until a Wednesday at the moment :tired: She's in Nottingham visiting her son on Sunday and also helping out at a vegan thingie so she could have taken them back with her, but I think the earliest will be next week anyway. I work weekends and I'm up to my eyes at the mo :shocked:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn F on July 03, 2008, 12:45:05 PM: its just I have a few days off next week and was planning a trip to Brighton to see some friends
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 03, 2008, 12:45:59 PM: So does that mean you can help :yes:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn F on July 03, 2008, 12:47:25 PM: I might be able to depending on timings, let me speak to my friends to see when they want me down and I'll get back to you
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 03, 2008, 12:48:07 PM: Ok hun :hug: :hug:
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Post by: Dawn F on July 03, 2008, 14:02:49 PM: forgot to ask Dawn, will they be in Manchester or with you?
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 03, 2008, 14:06:43 PM: I'll be going over Wednesday to pick some up, so it depends which ones will be going to Brighton. I'll have a chat with Angie later, and if she's prepared to get the 4 spayed that she's taking, then I can trap them and they can go straight from there. Whats closest for you or maybe someone can meet you somewhere :shocked:
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Post by: Dawn F on July 03, 2008, 14:30:27 PM: not sure, my geography is a bit flaky north of Birmingham!!
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 03, 2008, 14:32:03 PM: Maybe we can get them to Birmingham if that would help, I may be able to do that. Got to get my car serviced first though before any long trips, otherwise hubby will go ape :shocked:
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Post by: Dawn F on July 03, 2008, 16:16:22 PM: one last thing, will they be in two or four carriers - it makes a difference to which car I would use
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Millys Mum on July 03, 2008, 16:17:57 PM: Bigger car, you can never get 2 angry cats in one box as the other pops out :rofl:

And if you are taking toms make sure you use hubbys car :sneaky:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn F on July 03, 2008, 16:18:57 PM: unfortunately his car only has two seats but is much quicker and more comfortable than mine!!
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 03, 2008, 16:20:38 PM: I don't think the cats are that big so would depend really, they seem to settle better in pairs but if it's a long journey which it will be, 4 would probably be better. They'll be no toms cats so you won't have the pleasure of the tom aroma ;)
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Millys Mum on July 03, 2008, 16:29:03 PM: Lucky escape there then, it lingers for ages :sick:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 03, 2008, 16:29:51 PM: The females are quite tiny really. Have now arranged for Blackie the 2 year old tom to go to Dawn's friends after being neutered on wednesday.
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 04, 2008, 15:29:53 PM: Am just bumping this up to keep it in the forefront of peoples' minds in case anyone else is able to assist. Think we still have four to deal with
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn F on July 04, 2008, 15:32:18 PM: I am going to have to work on oh to do a run from Birmingham to Brighton, unfortunately I was hoping to tie it in with a trip to some friends but it doesn't seem to be working out - I'm only off work for three days next week so it depends on how soon they are ready to be moved once spayed etc. I will be ringing dd on Monday once I've worked on oh!
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 04, 2008, 15:55:07 PM: Thanks Dawn F
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 05, 2008, 18:09:03 PM: I've got somewhere sorted for another 2, Lesley at Freshfields has offered, this is sooooo bloody confusing, I've had so many emails come through but for different pleas for different cats, I'll have to go through them all.
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn F on July 07, 2008, 13:10:07 PM: it looks like the timing on this isn't going to work out, next Friday is now not possible because of work and I know they are being spayed then anyway DiddyDawn works weekends but if anyone else could get involved and meet me the following Saturday 19th I will take them to Brighton then
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 07, 2008, 13:11:42 PM: We'll try and sort something out I'm sure :hug: I've got 4 booked in the vets on Friday, hopefully I should be able to get the 4 on Wednesday, I will keep them a few days and then we'll sort out where they need to go :tired:
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Post by: Dawn F on July 07, 2008, 13:13:30 PM: well if 19th is any good just shout
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 07, 2008, 14:11:24 PM: That should be great, I'll bell Angie later and see if that's okay with her and at least then, the females will have recovered from their surgery :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester) UPDATE
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 08, 2008, 17:56:24 PM: Just seen the woman with the cats. Seems one of them has gone missing (not been seen for a few days) and another litter of kittens have been born and killed. She then told me she had found a black kitten at the top of the stairs (aged about 2 days). Her husband had put it on a towel and now that had disappeared too. Gave her advice about not feeding after time given by vet tonight and keeping them all in tomorrow so toms can go in for neutering and Dawn can collect however many she can. Not sure if any more of them are pregnant or even if the one who had the babies was the one I saw that was pregnant. The nightmare continues :'(
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 08, 2008, 18:00:26 PM: I'll bell you now hun :hug:
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 08, 2008, 18:36:07 PM: Because of the nightmare situation we are dealing with now, we are going to try and get as many as we can tomorrow and deal with getting them spayed and transporting them later. I've got another 12 booked in for next week plus the 4 for this Friday, this will allow me to finish off doing most of the stable ones and all the Manchester cats if need be :tired:
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 08, 2008, 19:13:31 PM: Right, just spoke to Angie in Brighton and she's prepared to take on 6 :yayyy: :yayyy: :yayyy: The lucky 6 will be living with her and not being rehomed, she has I think 4 other cats and a couple of dogs, a nice big garden and sounds lovely :Luv2: :Luv2: Dawn, if you're still prepared to do the trip to Brighton on the 19th, that would be fantastic and a huge help :hug: :hug:
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 08, 2008, 19:19:50 PM: Just been round to deliver one cat trap (for Dawn tomorrow) and two cat baskets to use for the toms and she now tells me she wants to keep 6 cats. Forgive me if I
SCREAM
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 08, 2008, 20:16:24 PM: Just thinking about this now, chances are all the other females are going to be pregnant :tired: Tomorrow, we'll have to try and trap the one's that have just had their babies as well, these could do with going in for a check up, poor little things, it's all going to be so stressful for them :'( :'(
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 09, 2008, 08:47:33 AM: Dawn and I need your positive thoughts today whilst we undertake the capturing of the kitties and the taking of the toms to be neutered. Fingers crossed it all goes according to plan and we can bring some relief to these poor little cats.
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Post by: Bazsmum on July 09, 2008, 08:49:40 AM: Sending positive vibes your way~~~~~~very best of luck....thats a big task ahead! :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 09, 2008, 10:25:28 AM: Phase 1 partially completed. Only managed to get one tom into a carrier. However one of the females went into the other carrier on her own so have taken her and the tom (Tigger) to be done. These are the two unneutered ones that the woman wants to keep anyway so it's not worked out that badly. Just have to try to sort out something for Blackie the other tom
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 09, 2008, 14:36:02 PM: Just spoke to the vets. Both now done and ok although they did have a bit of a struggle with Tigger. Collecting them at tea time. Just waiting for Dawn to arrive to start phase 2
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Millys Mum on July 09, 2008, 17:01:01 PM: Good luck, hope your blood pressure settles soon :hug:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 09, 2008, 19:49:06 PM: Thanks to Dawn we managed to get 6 - 5 females and the other tom. The tom has now gone to Dawn's friend locally to me who will have him neutered and then rehomed. Dawn has taken the 5 females back with her. There are 2 unneutered females that Dawn was unable to get so we are going to try again next week. A million thanks to Dawn for her help,
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Post by: Bazsmum on July 09, 2008, 19:55:37 PM: Yay! Fantastic news! ;D
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Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on July 09, 2008, 21:48:14 PM: Well done ladies :hug:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 09, 2008, 21:59:31 PM: Just got back home now, weather unbelievable but the cats are all fine, a little growly but they'll be okay :) All are absolutely gorgeous and as soon as they've settled a little, I'll get some piccies of them. It was lovely to meet you Chrissie and well done for helping out with these babes, god knows what might have been if you hadn't have got involved :'( :'( Oh, and I feel absolutely knackered, stink to high heaven :sick: so I'm having a coffee and then I'll be scrubbing myself in the shower :evillaugh:
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 09, 2008, 22:03:40 PM: I know what you mean about the smell Dawn, I can't get it out of my nostrils. Thanks again. The cats Dawn took are Smudge, Titch, Malibu, Sheba and Little Titch. Still to catch are Rusty and Tia.

I am looking forward to seeing the pix and it was lovely to meet you too. Enjoyed the mars bar and chips!
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 09, 2008, 22:05:38 PM: The smell is :sick: and my car hums of it as well :evillaugh: I enjoyed my chips, curry and Mars......could have ate 10 mars's, I was that hungry :drool;
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: pappilon on July 09, 2008, 22:26:57 PM: Well done to you both for helping these little guys. :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 09, 2008, 23:08:24 PM: Quote from: Maddiesmum on July 09, 2008, 22:03:40 PM
The cats Dawn took are Smudge, Titch, Malibu, Sheba and Little Titch.

I'm totally in love with Titch, she will be a little darling with some tlc :Luv2: :Luv2: :Luv2: Smudge, although the naughty kitten killer has also won me over, she has such a cute little mush on her :Luv2: :Luv2: Oh sod it, they are all gorgeous :Luv: :Luv:

Pav, once I see them settled, I think it will be a job well done, it was awful seeing them today and the fact they haven't got a clue what's going on :'( One of the little ladies we couldn't catch had babies the other day which were promptly killed by Smudge, your heart goes out to them when you think about what they must go through when this happens :'( :'( I'm just glad it's all over for most of them now, and they can enjoy being the youngsters they are :Luv2: :Luv2:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester)
Post by: Maddiesmum on July 10, 2008, 06:34:20 AM: Hope the little ladies settled overnight, Blackie too. Thanks again Dawn and I will just be totally relieved when we catch Rusty and Tia too. All 5 that the woman has elected to keep are all now neutered with help from CP so things should calm down there now.
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Post by: Millys Mum on July 10, 2008, 17:46:19 PM: Good work ;D

Dawn, laughing that you had a coffee before a shower :rofl: :faint: :faint: :heeee heeee:
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 10, 2008, 18:46:26 PM: Quote from: Millys Mum on July 10, 2008, 17:46:19 PM
Dawn, laughing that you had a coffee before a shower :rofl: :faint: :faint: :heeee heeee:

:-[ and why's that :sneaky: A girl needs her caffeine fix after the day I had ;)

I've taken 3 of these gorgeous girls into the vets ready for their op tomorrow, I think Smudge, Malibu (just love that name :Luv2:), and little Titch. I thought it was less stressful and then Titch and Sheba the other 2 girls will be going in on Tuesday for spaying and to make todays up to 4, I took Charlotte in as well, she's Tarka's mum and she will be spayed and dematted :Luv2:
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Post by: Millys Mum on July 10, 2008, 18:50:37 PM: Only a mad cat woman would put up with tom cat smell whilst enjoying a coffee :sick: they are 2 of my most hated smells :sick:
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 10, 2008, 18:54:08 PM: The sad thing is, I'm getting used to it and it wasn't just tom cat smell :sick: :sick: I haven't quite figured out yet what it was :sick: :evillaugh:
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 10, 2008, 19:07:39 PM: It was tom cat smell combined with fillth and grease Dawn! One of my neighbours told me I stank and I still keep getting whiffs today despite washing all my clothes, cleaning my shoes and having a bath and hair wash.

Fingers crossed the little ones' ops go well. Bless them they have gone through so much. They did their best to survive in terrible surroundings and deserve the chance to enjoy being happy little cats once they are settled.

Don't forget the pix.
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 11, 2008, 03:49:38 AM: I think I've finally got rid of the smell but have been having whiffs of it all day :sick: :sick: I put my coat on today when I went to the vets, :omg: I felt :sick: , it got bunged in the washer this evening and hopefully it will smell nice and fresh tomorrow :evillaugh:

I felt abit bad today as I never felt any of the girls that went in the vets this evening, I'm just hoping none are pregnant, but maybe it's best I don't know and in saying that, I'm a little concerned about Titch :tired: Chrissie, do you know whether she's recently had babies as her nipples are well up :-: Haven't been able to feel Sheba (I assume that's the name of the other Tabby/white that's in with Titch), she's still very hissy with me and looks like she's going to pounce :scared: Titch is extremely loving and has been rolling over for tummy tickles bless her but I'm a little undecided what to do, whether to take her in or get the vet to check her first. If she's pregnant, I don't know how far gone she is with her nipples being the size they are :doh: If she's recently had kittens and they were a litter Smudge killed, it would explain it but I could do with you having a chat with Jackie and finding out if you don't mind :hug:
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 11, 2008, 06:15:08 AM: I think Rusty and Titch had the babies. I know one of the tabbies you have had a litter recently. Sheba is the black one. The other two tabbies are Little Titch and Malibu. I would get the vet to look at her if possible Dawn as then we can be sure.
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 11, 2008, 07:40:08 AM: I think it's Malibu in with Titch and Little Titch is in the other cage Dawn
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Post by: Bazsmum on July 11, 2008, 10:01:59 AM: Can I ask a "Q" please....What does it smell like when you have been sprayed? Is it a musky smell? :shify:
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 11, 2008, 10:32:49 AM: Quote from: Maddiesmum on July 11, 2008, 07:40:08 AM
I think it's Malibu in with Titch and Little Titch is in the other cage Dawn

Malibu is a tabby/white then, that's the one that's hissing at me :scared: If Titch had the babies, that would explain her swollen nipples :'( How long ago did she have them, do you know?

Quote from: Bazsmum on July 11, 2008, 10:01:59 AM
Can I ask a "Q" please....What does it smell like when you have been sprayed? Is it a musky smell? :shify:

I suppose it is really, a gross smell and not one that would do you any good on the social scene :sick: :evillaugh:
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 11, 2008, 10:50:28 AM: I think 2 weeks ago if it is Titch that had them. Rusty had hers last week I know that for sure. Can check with Jackie this evening when she gets in from work and will get back to you with definite info.
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 11, 2008, 10:57:38 AM: Thanks hun, if only recent, it's better that her womb settles back first before she's spayed so I'll have a chat with Sean first as well before I get her booked in :hug:
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 11, 2008, 16:46:21 PM: All the cats are fine, the receptionists thinks one was pregnant with one kitten but I'll find out shortly anyway. I'm taking Titch in for Sean to check over as he's doing surgery this evening so I'll update when I get back :hug:
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 11, 2008, 19:11:52 PM: How did the ops go? Did Sean see Titch or haven't you been yet? Other two who were neutered Wed are both fine. Rang to see how Blackie is coping but your friend was on answerphone so left message for her to call.
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 11, 2008, 19:13:36 PM: The cats are now home, Titch has been checked over, there's a little bit of milk there and she has recently had babies. Sean had a face on him like a slapped :censored: when I went in :-: Apparently, Little Titch, Sheba and Smudge were the worst cats he's ever dealt with :-[ He said they were like a pack of animals all trying to attack him at the same time, he ended up just putting his hand in, grabbing one and praying he would survive :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: God help him when Malibu goes in on Tuesday, she is a little scarey :evillaugh:
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 11, 2008, 19:16:30 PM: LOL the vet who did the other two said Tigger had to be put in one of those special cages and he thought he was going to run up the walls. They said they thought he was feral and the vet nurse showed me her three wounds. He is so mild mannered at home if a bit of a bully. Poor little mites what they have had to endure.
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 11, 2008, 19:19:13 PM: Gauntlets had to be used on these 3 :scared: Sean said he's never seen anything like it and he said if they pull their stitches out to take them to the other vets :rofl: :rofl:
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 11, 2008, 20:16:27 PM: Have they settled down now they are back? Who'd be a vet
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 11, 2008, 21:19:25 PM: They are a little more settled, I've just left them be to recover.......I'm a little scared now trying to handle them, I was fine when I first brought them home on Wednesday but Sean's put me off :scared: :evillaugh:
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 11, 2008, 21:28:53 PM: I am sure they will respond to you again Dawn, just let them settle and get over today's stress. You do so well with them, you can do it again
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Post by: Millys Mum on July 12, 2008, 21:49:07 PM: Bless them, hope they settle down soon
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 13, 2008, 07:10:39 AM: They have the sweetest little faces too
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Post by: Dawn F on July 14, 2008, 09:00:21 AM: omg shall I change my mind!!! is there any chance whoever is bringing them from Dawn's could meet me at the service station at Warwick, my friend in Brighton has offered to come with me once I get down there so I don't get lost as I am near to useless at finding anything
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 15, 2008, 16:39:30 PM: Dawn has taken Titch and Malibu to be neutered at her vet today. I honestly don't know what we would have done without Dawn she is truly a superstar. Hopefully the remaining two will be trapped tomorrow (fingers, toes and eyes crossed).
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 15, 2008, 23:06:25 PM: Malibu and Titch are both fine but Malibu was a little minx with Sean apparently :evillaugh:
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 16, 2008, 06:41:04 AM: You expected that didn't you?
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 16, 2008, 13:15:35 PM: I certainly did :evillaugh: I'll be leaving shortly so get that bloody kettle on ;)
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 16, 2008, 13:47:43 PM: Trap no 1 set with juicy sardines. However both Tia and Rusty flew in the opposite direction when we put the trap out!!! Clever so and so's these little cats
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 16, 2008, 19:14:26 PM: Managed to trap Rusty but Tia is having none of it. Poor Dawn spent the afternoon here (made her a butty though) and now we both stink to high heaven and she has to come back again!
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 17, 2008, 02:07:25 AM: All babes are fine and settling really well :Luv: Gave them all a good fuss this evening apart from Rusty, I'm still letting her settle a little bit but I've had no growling or hissing off her :) Malibu is still a little nervous but she's such a cuddle bum with Titch, they really are sweet together :Luv2: :Luv2: I've managed to give Smudge and Titch a fuss, Sheba is still extremely wary but I did manage a couple of strokes :evillaugh: I'm sure once they all settle down, they'll be fine, Little Titch is a totally different cat this evening and is getting quite noisy now :Luv2: I was going to take Rusty in the vets tomorrow but she'll be going in Friday now, this will let her settle a little bit and I'll try and sort out for moving them next week I think after we've caught Tia but I'll have to have a little chat with Dawn :shocked: The main problem I've got is I work weekends and Dawn is going to Brighton on Saturday but I need to get the cats to Warwick :doh: If this isn't possible, I'll have to make the journey myself but I really am up to my eyes in it but ideally I need them in their new home asap :tired:

Anyway, here's some piccies of the gorgeous girls :Luv2: :Luv2: From the top, we have Rusty, Malibu and Titch, Titch, Little Titch and Smudge :Luv:

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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 17, 2008, 02:08:44 AM: and more :Luv2: :Luv2: Top pic we have the gorgeous Smudge, then Sheba, Little Titch and finally Titch and Malibu :Luv2:

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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 17, 2008, 07:01:34 AM: Thanks Dawn it is so nice to see pix of the sweeties.
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Post by: Dawn F on July 17, 2008, 08:34:38 AM: Let me see if I can take a day off, it wouldn't be next week but leave it with me
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 17, 2008, 12:07:36 PM: Just bumping up so you can all ooh and aah over the sweet devils :rofl:
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 17, 2008, 12:09:17 PM: They are all extremely cute, and I'm in love with the gorgeous Titch :Luv2: :Luv2: :Luv2:
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Post by: JackSpratt on July 17, 2008, 12:29:44 PM: Awwww. :Luv:
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Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on July 17, 2008, 22:43:54 PM: :Luv2: :Luv2: :Luv2:
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 18, 2008, 18:16:17 PM: Rusty has now been spayed and she's back home from the vets. She was a little madam but I didn't expect anything less :evillaugh:
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 18, 2008, 20:47:03 PM: Bless her and bless you Dawn, only one more to go at Jackie's plus Blackie to sort out at Sue's. Well done missus :hug:
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Post by: Roz on July 21, 2008, 14:59:42 PM: Hi Chrissie and Dawn,

Have only just caught up with this thread but did catch a wiff of ya both last week when standing downwind of Warrington here in Norfolk :evillaugh: Poooooooh!

Seriously, you both deserve a medal. Well done! Thank the Lord those little babes are safe and well now. Sad about the ones that she is keeping. I bet they stink too...bless them. Three of mine came from a filthy, disgusting hovel and stank to high heaven when I fetched them home, but amazingly when the vet checked them over (I had pre-arranged the appointment so that I could have them examined before bringing them into my house), they were not found to be in bad health....and nine years later, have hardly had any illness at all....touch wood (a thousand times).

And I agree with you Dawn....they are beautiful looking cats. The two Titch's are lovely. :Luv:

Lots of love

Roz
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Post by: Dawn F on July 21, 2008, 15:46:54 PM: have you heard from Angie Dawn about weekday delivery! I'm not going to be able to do it on my next flex day (30th) because mil is arriving from italy and oh needs my car but if she is up for it I'll look into taking a days leave
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 21, 2008, 18:28:25 PM: Thanks for the kind words Roz but the credit must go to Dawn for all her hard work and travelling. She has been a star
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 22, 2008, 13:46:30 PM: Quote from: Dawn F on July 21, 2008, 15:46:54 PM
have you heard from Angie Dawn about weekday delivery! I'm not going to be able to do it on my next flex day (30th) because mil is arriving from italy and oh needs my car but if she is up for it I'll look into taking a days leave

I'll try and speak to her later, still got to get the other one from Manchester and get her spayed but want to get them sorted asap. Still got a problem with carriers I think, I don't want to use my hospital cages for transporting them as I need them :tired:
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Post by: Dawn F on July 22, 2008, 13:47:41 PM: hadn't even thought about carriers, I've only got four but we could swap some over into those if it helps
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 22, 2008, 15:44:36 PM: I'll see what they're like getting them into carriers :scared: They may be okay as they're much calmer than they were. I may be able to part with a couple if that's the case. I was contemplating taking them all the way to Brighton but hubby went ape because of all the fuel it's costing me at the moment which is understandable. I put £40 in yesterday to go to Lincolnshire, got a lift on the back of a trailer up to Barnsley :evillaugh: and I was still on empty when I got home, hubby was not amused so I have to cut down on my mileage I've been told :loon:
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Post by: Dawn F on July 22, 2008, 15:49:30 PM: did you take Pheobe yesterday? it would be a treak for you down to Brighton, even with me picking up at warwick its a good 3 hours to Brighton
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 22, 2008, 15:52:24 PM: Yep, Phoebe went to her new home yesterday, she settled in in no time and checked out every bed :Luv2:

Quote from: Dawn F on July 22, 2008, 15:49:30 PM
it would be a treak for you down to Brighton, even with me picking up at warwick its a good 3 hours to Brighton

I know, that's why hubby is putting his foot down with me, he said it's too much and we can't afford it plus it's wear and tear on my car :-:
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Post by: Dawn F on July 22, 2008, 15:58:07 PM: I'll definately try and help if I can - I've only got a micra so the petrol isn't too bad
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 23, 2008, 19:30:15 PM: :cheer: :yayyy: :yayyy: :yayyy: :cheer:
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED thanks to Dawn. All the cats have now been removed. The missing one turned up so she has gone too. I cannot thank Dawn enough for all her hard work and dedication to helping these little kitties into a new life. Bless you Dawn.
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 23, 2008, 22:24:19 PM: I'm glad it's over and done with now, just need to get them to their new homes. Blackie is here as well, tried Sue again on the way home and picked him up. He'll be going in Friday with the other 2 to be neutered :hug: :hug:
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 24, 2008, 12:32:48 PM: Blackie will be going into the vets tomorrow along with the two little ladies to have his bits removed :evillaugh: All are fine but a little hissy spitty which is to be expected, I put Blackie in with them when I got home last night so he felt less stressed, it shouldn't be long before he settles down again. If we'd have known I was going to have the cats here this long, Blackie would have come with them to start. He was stressed out at Sues and was extremely frightened so we felt it best to get him back with his family as I'm sure he was missing them. He can now be rehomed along with one or more of them and I'm sure he'll be a lot happier than going on his own somewhere :Luv2:
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Post by: Millys Mum on July 24, 2008, 18:58:16 PM: Good work ;D :ok:
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 24, 2008, 22:13:01 PM: These babes have all been dropped off at the vets this evening ready for their ops tomorrow. It's possible the two ladies are pregnant but I'm not even going to think about it, they've been through so much and they need to get their bodies back in shape. They are all quite skinny and haven't really had the nutrition they need so it's going to be a fresh start for all of them :Luv2:
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 25, 2008, 06:33:33 AM: Hope Blackie, Tia and (Specky) Becky don't give Sean too hard a time and hope all goes well for them. Also please give Syd Snot a cuddle from me.

Jackie got four more cats today (no she didn't I am just teasing you)
:rofl: :rofl:

Not funny really I know but needed to feel a bit lighthearted this morning
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Post by: Millys Mum on July 25, 2008, 19:22:11 PM: Quote from: Maddiesmum on July 25, 2008, 06:33:33 AM
Jackie got four more cats today (no she didn't I am just teasing you)
:rofl: :rofl:

Thats mean!!
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 26, 2008, 19:29:40 PM: How did Blackie, Tia and Specky Becky get on with their ops. Hope it all went well and they are all curled up together looking forward to new lives with people who will give them the love and attention they need. How's Syd doing?
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 27, 2008, 00:39:24 AM: All are absolutely fine and the vets said Blackie was really good :Crazy: I'll get some piccies of them the next couple of days, been absolutely knackered :tired: Sid is gorgeous :Luv2: :Luv2: Hadn't told hubby about him and then he managed to get out of his cage and appeared upstairs on the bed :scared: Hubby asked who he was and he thinks he's gorgeous :evillaugh: He's certainly made himself at home, looks at you with the most adoring eyes and is so scrummy :Luv2: :Luv2: He was lay on the bed with me after he sneaked up and was rolling over on his back, he is adoreable :Luv:
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Post by: Dawn F on July 29, 2008, 11:54:35 AM: Dawn - have you heard from Angie if she can do this during the week?? I know you're up to your ears in it so no rush
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 31, 2008, 09:43:35 AM: DD have PM'd you but no response and tried to ring you twice today but no answer. Just wondering how all the cats are doing and if there is anything I can do to help further.
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 31, 2008, 10:34:58 AM: Sorry Chrissy, I've been out this morning and haven't had chance to answer my pm yet :-[ All the cats are fine, still need to get hold of Angie again but they've all settled in brilliantly :Luv2: :Luv2: Haven't got a clue who is who anymore as most look the same :evillaugh: They decided to make a mass escape out their cage the other day and are now enjoying the comforts of the settee etc and Titch has took to lying next to my feet when I'm on the computer, I am so in love with this little lady :Luv2:
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Post by: Maddiesmum on July 31, 2008, 12:32:10 PM: Oh heck, you will have fun rounding them up then. Glad they are all ok. Is Syd ok too and Blackie? You are NOT thinking of allowing Titch to worm her way into your household are you missy? :rofl:
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 31, 2008, 14:31:26 PM: I've been leaving their cages open and when I go in, the odd ones are snuggled up in there so it shouldn't be too difficult to gather them up :shy: I had the odd I think playful smacks off a couple of the tabby/whites but nothing nasty, Smudge is just :Luv2: :Luv2: Sid is gorgeous and Blackie has let me give him the odd little stroke :Luv2: :Luv2: As for Titch, I love her to bits but I have enough cats to contend with without adding another to the menagerie ;)
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on July 31, 2008, 19:29:21 PM: Just spoke to Angie Dawn, and evening will be fine. If we can sort a day out between ourselves and confirm with Angie this is okay, then we'll take it from there. There's a couple of evenings when she's out as she does drama but can't remember what days she said :shocked:
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Post by: Dawn F on August 01, 2008, 09:47:50 AM: well if I take a half day off work that should be about right, if I leave here at 12.30 I should be at Warwick by 2 and down to Brighton just after 5, I'll need to go to my friends because he wants to come with me to drop off, a Friday would be best for me, do you think she could do 15th?
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Post by: Jennifer on August 01, 2008, 10:04:41 AM: You lot are amazing. I'm so glad I found this forum, I had no idea what lengths rescuers go to and I'm just really pleased that there are women like you lot in the country!
That's all I had to add. :shy:
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Post by: Topsy Turvey on August 01, 2008, 10:11:03 AM: I agree - you rescue gang do a great job! :thanks:
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Post by: Dawn F on August 01, 2008, 10:39:04 AM: this is all DiddyDawn - I'm only the chauffeur!
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on August 01, 2008, 11:40:10 AM: Quote from: Dawn F on August 01, 2008, 09:47:50 AM
a Friday would be best for me, do you think she could do 15th?

I can't see it being a problem, is the 15th the earliest? If we could get them to her sooner, I'd prefer that so I can get my numbers down abit. I've got a few to sort but I'm chocca at the moment :tired:
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Post by: Dawn F on August 01, 2008, 11:47:31 AM: I could try for 8th but have a meeting and don't know how long it is going to go on, it is supposed to be going to be on until 1 so that knocks everything back a bit and I'm trying to avoid the rush hour on the m25 because that will double their journey!! I'll check with the girl chairing the meeting to see if she knows if we are likely to finish earlier
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on August 01, 2008, 11:55:25 AM: Thanks hun :hug:
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Post by: Dawn F on August 01, 2008, 14:49:58 PM: right next Friday 8th August - I'll get to Warwick around 2.30 I think - I'll pm you my mobile number and if you could send me Angie's address and number so I can try and work out where I'm going (if she phones and says I haven't arrived I haven't napped them I'm just lost!!) I now have 6 carriers so I hope that is helpful
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Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on August 05, 2008, 20:12:13 PM: I've just been honoured by Titch jumping up on my knee :Luv2: :Luv2: I think she may be after my Mcflurry though :sneaky: :evillaugh:
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Post by: Maddiesmum on August 05, 2008, 20:31:26 PM: That's incredible Dawn, I am so happy that the little devils are learning what it's like to be petted. Good luck on friday and how about a pic of Blackie and Syd?
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester) Now upadated with pix
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on August 06, 2008, 00:31:17 AM: I'll put my batteries on charge tonight and get some piccies of them tomorrow :hug:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester) Now upadated with pix
Post by: Maddiesmum on August 06, 2008, 06:44:55 AM: Thank you Dawn, also Tia and Specky Becky????? :Luv2:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester) Now upadated with pix
Post by: Dawn F on August 07, 2008, 09:17:16 AM: we're still not sure if Angie can take this Friday, if not I've told Dawn I will try and rearrange to suit her - I know that Dawn has got so much on her plate at the moment fitting everything in is hard
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester) Now upadated with pix
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on August 07, 2008, 18:08:51 PM: Spoke to Angie and Friday is fine, it turns out she actually lives in Sleaford but can meet you in Brighton if need be. I'll send you a pm with her address and phone number etc and we'll take it from there. You'll have to let me know whereabouts in Warwick you want me to meet you and what time :hug:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester) Now upadated with pix
Post by: Maddiesmum on August 07, 2008, 18:56:05 PM: Best of luck with the trip. Please give the cats a pet from me. Hopefully they are now going to have the best life possible after the start they had. Thanks to both Dawns and Angie.
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester) Now upadated with pix
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on August 07, 2008, 20:00:06 PM: I will do Chrissy :hug: I got it wrong, she lives in Seaford not Sleaford :-[ I'm sure they'll all be okay, Angie is a friend of a friend and she can vouch for her, her place sounds perfect for them and she has a nice large garden in which they can play in once they settle. Still not sure who's going yet, it may well be who I can catch hold of first :Luv2: :Luv2:
Title: Re: URGENT 14 cats! (Manchester) Now upadated with pix
Post by: Maddiesmum on August 08, 2008, 20:17:57 PM: Hope the transportation went well and the little ones were not too stressed. who did you manage to get?