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Cat General => General Cat Chat => Topic started by: Kats inc on January 07, 2008, 16:39:28 PM
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Crossposted from another forum:
A cat has been knocked over out side my house. We've taken it to the vets and he reckons a broken pelvis. The little mite was very cold and going into shock so they have given her pain killers and put her on a heat mat to try and help keep her comfortable.
Shes only a baby - 6 months old tops. The vet has done the minimum at the mo to keep her comfy until I could ask the owners what they wanted to do. Owner is a single mum, just her and her baby. She cant afford the treatment but was really casual in her PTS verdict :shock:
This little girl is now waiting at the vets with no home to go to and the decision on her life is now in my hands But I cant afford the bill either and have no where to keep a convelescing cat seperate from the dogs :cry:
I dont know what to do - I dont want to see her PTS :cry:
Anyone know of any rescues in the area (Lancashire but not sure where exactly,I will ask but wanted to post this asap) that may help this little cat :(
Please move if I've posted in the wrong place,I'm still getting to know my way around.
Thanks in advance.
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Atherton/Wigan type area I think but am waiting for confirmation.
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Hope it all work out for this wee mite, fingers crossed, dont know how this works if the cats abandoned at the vets, sure someone else will be along soon who knows what to do god luck :hug:
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check out some of the local rescues in that area at http://www.catchat.org/adoption/lancs.html
Usually the vets will have the phone numbers of local rescues and will call round themselves.
Realistically, how much work can be done on a broken pelvis (and hence how expensive is it)? Its not something I've had to deal with.
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We have had 2 cases of broken pelvis this year and Sharon agreed to pay the bill. Often it's a case of cage rest. They should try the local CP although lancs is a big place so don't know who the local one is - the owner would need to sign the cat over. If she was that casual, she doesn't deserve the cat anyway.
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Thanks Angie I've given her that list.My brain went dead and I forgot catchat's list of rescues.
She has spoken to the RSPCA who will take the cat but won't guarantee not to pts.Sadly my experience of the RSPCA is that they will in all likelihood do exactly that :(
She's told the vet to go ahead and do x rays and put up a drip and see how the cat gets on at this stage as she's becoming more shocked.
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Kats I have sent you a pm
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Thank you :thanks: I have PMed you back.
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Poor cat :( i hope a no kill rescue can fit her in :wish:
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Kats have replied.
Hopefully between us we will be able to help this little one
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Well done T!!
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Great news T :hug:
Please let it not be too late :Luv2:
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Well done everyone
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I have sent a message to the girl who found the cat and took her to the vets to make sure she isn't pts and have passed on Teresa's details.
I hope this works out ok and huge thanks to Teresa for offering to help this little one.
I've only been here a day but thanks for coming to my aid when needed.
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Fabulous, T is an angel ;D
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Let us know T how this little one gets on cos you know us Purrs peeps we often can help out ;D
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I feel mightily relieved this cat is safe now.I hope she pulls through.
This kind of situation and owners that don't give a sh*t about their animal are one of my real bugbears in life.
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we should keep a count of the number of cats purrs faciltates help for. It more than the fund raising :hug:
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Yes this site combined with The Refuge has hopefully saved this little cat's life today.A big pat on the back for both sites and some good crossboard collaboration :thanks: all round from me.
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Thats wonderful Kats ;D
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Nice to have a bit of good news for a change
Well done you and T
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Yes this site combined with The Refuge has hopefully saved this little cat's life today.A big pat on the back for both sites and some good crossboard collaboration :thanks: all round from me.
lol, as long as you don't post that on the refuge - else ye'll be told off :rofl:
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They would be and are genuinely appreciative of the help.I think maybe a fresh slate is needed as the people there are all (well mostly,there is the odd wierdo :evillaugh: ) only interested in animal welfare and pulling together to do that.I'll PM you,that's probably better.
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sorry Katz, have pm'd you to explain what I meant.
I have nothing against any forum that is out there to help any rescue in distress and my comment was to do with something else and nothing!
my apologies.
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I think this is the bestest and cleanest new slate we can have and its saved the life of a cat , thank you ;D
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I think this is the bestest and cleanest new slate we can have and its saved the life of a cat , thank you ;D
Amen to that! Three cheers for collaboration ;D
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a really excellent outcome - sorry I missed all the excitement - will have to see if I can keep up that statistical average for Medway and see if I can win lotto so I don't have to go to :censored: work all day :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
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She has spoken to the RSPCA who will take the cat but won't guarantee not to pts.Sadly my experience of the RSPCA is that they will in all likelihood do exactly that :(
RSPCA will prob PTS
Do you remember the cat that my friend found after an RTA, RSPCA collected it and then told vets to PTS because they would only pay £50 towards the Op which was going to cost alot more !!!
What also angers me is why vets wont do these OPS for free when an unknown cat has been taken in after an RTA.
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What also angers me is why vets wont do these OPS for free when an unknown cat has been taken in after an RTA.
Probably because we live in such a dishonest world where a large proportion of animals would suddenly be classed as unknown
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Very true Teresa
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What also angers me is why vets wont do these OPS for free when an unknown cat has been taken in after an RTA.
Both the vets I use have done surgery on cats after an RTA and not been paid for it. One of them had a cat in that had to have a leg amputated, no one came forward and the cat was rehomed with one of their clients so not all are bad ;)
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Sorry, I managed to miss this, but am so glad there will be a happy ending for this little one, and it just goes to show what we can do when we pull together, lets hope between us and The Refuge, we can help more needy cats. I know when my vet has contacted me over sick cats brought in 'without an owner', they dont always have an issue in paying for it, their problem is the fact that cat hasn't got a home - none of the staff at mine can take anymore, so unless they have a rescue willing to take the cat on, they are unable to save the cats life cos they have no place for it to go after. They have been willing to do more for the £50 from the RSPCA, as long as someone can take the cat on after.
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Update
This little one is a little brighter this morning but has not made any attempt to try and move. We have authorised treatment and should have an update this afternoon, until Xrays are done we are unsure as to the extent of the damage. Everything possible will be done for her.
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I'm so glad you have managed help Teresa, I hope the injuries can be treated, fingers crossed
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Update
Holly has a broken pelvis and needs a sacral illiac screw fitting, the is a slight chance that she could lose a leg but only slight. She is currently receiving pain relief and everything necessary to keep her comfortable, she will be having her operation on Thursday.
So prayers and positive vibes for her please.
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Good luck Holly
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good luck Holly - I hope the leg will be ok
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Good luck Holly - hopefully her leg will be fine :ahh:
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Good luck Holly :ahh:
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Sorry I missed this one until now ... Sending lots of love and positive vibes for Holly.
and of course a great big :grouphug: to T and everyone else involved in helping this little soul :Luv2:
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Do hope little Holly soon recovers after treatment
Prayers and :hug: x
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I have missed this until now.
All the best for little Holly: will she be released into your care after her op, Teresa, or are you going to cross that bridge when you come to it?
Bless you for stepping in and saving a little life from being written off :hug:
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Christine
Holly is now a Paws Inn cat, we had to officially take responsibilty for her and register with the vet because of the high cost of treatment needed, hopefully she will be well enough for me to pick up late on Friday. She will need further surgery but this can be done by our own vets.
Just delighted she can be saved.
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Christine
Holly is now a Paws Inn cat, we had to officially take responsibilty for her and register with the vet because of the high cost of treatment needed, hopefully she will be well enough for me to pick up late on Friday. She will need further surgery but this can be done by our own vets.
Just delighted she can be saved.
You make this world a better place, Teresa :Luv:
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Christine
Holly is now a Paws Inn cat, we had to officially take responsibilty for her and register with the vet because of the high cost of treatment needed, hopefully she will be well enough for me to pick up late on Friday. She will need further surgery but this can be done by our own vets.
Just delighted she can be saved.
I know I've said it before but am saying a huge thank you again Teresa *hands big bunch of flowers over*
Will be sending loads of positive vibes on thursday for Holly.In the meantime lots of painfree vibes and purrs are being sent from here.
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Thinking of Holly today.
Hope the operation goes well.
Claire xx
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Good Luck today Holly & Teresa :ahh:
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Just had vets on phone, Holly is on operating table now and so far so good, we should have news at around 4.30.
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Have only just seen this, a huge congratulations to all involved and especially Teresa. Got everything crossed that the op goes well for Holly :hug:
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Hope it went well Teresa :hug:
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Checking in for news,my fingers are firmly crossed for Holly as are all paws here.
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Holly has come through her op but is still very drowsy,it was a long op but vet is pleased with the way it went,hopefully I will be able to pick her up tomorrow evening or Saturday morning, will know more tomorrow morning.
I thank God for her little life and thanks to Kats inc for posting of her plight.
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Thats good news Teresa, sending gentle strokes to Holly :hug:
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I'm so pleased to hear her op went well.Onwards and upwards for Holly from here on in with luck.
Thanks Teresa and give Holly a little snuggle from me when you see her please.
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I have just checked in for this news and I'm so glad her operation has gone well.
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Great news Teresa ;D - Hope she is feeling OK. Sure you will pamper her rotten :hug:
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Aww, glad her op went well.
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glad the op went well! get well soon Holly
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Holly is doing ok this morning and trying to move bless her; the vet is going to keep her hospitalised over the weekend and hopefully if she is able to stand on Monday she will be able to come home.
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Great news!
I'm so glad Holly is coming to you T!
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Have just seen this thread and I am so happy that Holly has made it through her op, Teresa you are an absolute Angel xxx Maybe to help with the cost Holly could have some foster Cyber Aunties and Uncles ?
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Have just seen this thread and I am so happy that Holly has made it through her op, Teresa you are an absolute Angel xxx Maybe to help with the cost Holly could have some foster Cyber Aunties and Uncles ?
I think that is a wonderful idea, Sheryl. If anyone is interested, perhaps we can click through on www.pawsinncats.com and leave a little message for Holly?
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Any news about Holly? Or is the vet only going to ring in case of a problem, Teresa?
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Aww, I do hope she can come to you on Mon.
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Not expecting an news before Monday unless things go wrong.
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just caught up with this thread, hugs for Holly and for her rescuers ! :hug:
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Any news on Holly? Do hope she is doing well :Luv:
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From what I understand from the other forum this cat's Dad turned up on monday and is now paying for the surgery so Teresa and the OP are now excluded from knowing anything :( Last I hear Holly who is actually called Splodge apparently was doing well.
My cynical self is wondering why he took so long to find his cat but I guess he turned up and is paying so I must shut up.I do hope he says a big thank you to Teresa and the OP without whom his cat may not be here today.
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There is a lot more to this than meets the eye, but I think its best if the matter is laid to rest.
2 kind people from this forum sent £10 donations for Holly via paypal which I will gratefully put towards caring for the other rescues if that is ok.
The important thing is that Holly`s life has been saved and as of yesterday afternoon she was making good progress though not totally out of the woods.
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Due to the situation with Holly and that no more information can be given out Teresa has requested that this thread be locked.
From all at Purrs we wish that Holly recovers and has a good home at the end of it .
:hug: :hug: :hug: to Holly.
Thread now locked.