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Post by Claire on Nov 11, 2009 16:24:08 GMT 1
Hi all, My dad has collected another stray cat which has lately appeared in his garden. My mum doesn't want another cat as they are going to be doing up their house and selling it soon. Not to mention the fact that when my dad finishes renovating his yacht he will be away sailing all the time leaving her to look after his animals! He did find a home for it but it fell through. She is a lovely very friendly tortoiseshell girl, obviously was someones pet at one time. If anyone would like her please let me know. I am sure he wouldn't mind driving down to drop her off if you don't live locally as he would know she would get a great home with any of you!
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Post by Buster on Nov 12, 2009 0:08:47 GMT 1
Ah so tempting! I can ask my yard owner... recently one of the cats (theres 3) was run over everyone was upset of course but I suppose this means theres a free place! Now, i'm pretty sure these cats live in the barn, thats not to say they arnt loved, I expect they get more fuss than regular cats what with all of us coming to and fro... i'm not sure when they are fed and stuff, but its a nice place, but if shes used to being a house cat then maybe it wouldnt be ideal. Also there are other cats, dogs, horses, hens and geese there! Lots of mice too tho! And I live in the midlands... which is possibly quite far. I dunno just an idea
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Post by Claire on Nov 12, 2009 0:58:25 GMT 1
Thanks mysteryarab, I think he is probably looking for an indoors home for her, but I will pass the message on as soon as my dad comes back from Scotland where he is at the mo. I don't think he would mind driving down that far.
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Post by Buster on Nov 13, 2009 16:04:19 GMT 1
Ah yeah I thought she would probs need a indoor home but thought id mention it anyway I'd love to take her but im not sure how my pack of dogs would take it. Or my parents now I think about it!
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Post by garej on Nov 13, 2009 23:00:12 GMT 1
Now, i'm pretty sure these cats live in the barn, thats not to say they arnt loved, I expect they get more fuss than regular cats what with all of us coming to and fro... i'm not sure when they are fed and stuff, but its a nice place, but if shes used to being a house cat then maybe it wouldnt be ideal. Also there are other cats, dogs, horses, hens and geese there! Lots of mice too tho! And I live in the midlands... which is possibly quite far. I dunno just an idea If your owner is after another cat, I would go for a feral or a semi-feral cat. Usually a friendly cat would appreciate a home more, whereas cats that live in a barn are more independent and need human company less. Also, most branches of the Cats Protection are desperately in need of homes for cats for that kind of situation (and unlike a pet cat, will usually not ask for a fee). Has your dad SNAPP tested the stray cat (in other words, taken it to the vet to see if it has FIV or FeLV)? If not, I strongly recommend taking it to be done before rehoming it. Both are serious diseases and could potentially make anyone's else's cats sick. Even if she looks perfectly healthy it could still have it. I know it is an extra expense but I would do it (and to see if it is microchipped - it could be someone's missing pet) just for any potential owner's peace of mind.
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Post by Buster on Nov 14, 2009 0:48:31 GMT 1
Thanks Garej I dont know if shes specifically looking for a cat, but one more cant hurt Seriously these stable cats are so spoilt its untrue! Plus they follow everyone about like little dogs. Theres one that will walk the whole way to the tack shed and back with me
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Post by Claire on Nov 14, 2009 11:50:24 GMT 1
Kunuma has a feral that needs a home mysteryarab - but you two live a long way apart don't you? Garej not sure if he had it tested, it has been to the vet for an absess it had on its ear and apart from that it was pronounced healthy. I doubt they checked for FIV however. It has been spayed tho. I hope someone can take it or I may end up with it!!!
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Post by garej on Nov 14, 2009 20:40:04 GMT 1
I doubt they checked for FIV however. It has been spayed tho. Probably not - as vets dont tend to always tested for it unless the owner asks for it. If the vet has not taken any blood from it then it is definitely has not been tested. I would definitely get it tested, even if it appears healthy. I am glad it has been spayed - that way she will less likely to get FIV or FeLV (FeLV is feline leukemia). If you do take it on I would get it tested especially if you are planning to introduce it to the other cat. If it does test positive FeLV, then there is nothing to do but put it to sleep (the FeLV is a nasty virus and it could potentially endanger your other cat). FIV is a different story, and it should not be put to sleep, but what you would do with it, is a different matter (there are a number of options, but which one is best would depend on several factors, in particular your surroundings).
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Post by Claire on Nov 14, 2009 20:45:28 GMT 1
Heck I'm hoping it won't come to that (me having it I mean) I have been avoiding another pet for ages. But if it needs a home and it means keeping the peace between my mum and dad....well who knows!
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Post by garej on Nov 14, 2009 20:59:57 GMT 1
I can take only FIV positive cats though, so I am not an option, sadly.
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Post by Buster on Jan 31, 2010 12:14:46 GMT 1
Did the cat find a home?
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Post by Claire on Jan 31, 2010 19:29:08 GMT 1
Hi mysteryarab, yes thankfully it now has a home. After living in my dad's shed through all the snow it now has a nice toasty warm house of its own!
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Post by garej on Jan 31, 2010 21:12:53 GMT 1
Oh that is good Claire.
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Post by Buster on Feb 1, 2010 18:49:23 GMT 1
Yay
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