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Comments (22)OP here! I *finally* found out late this evening that my niece's cat tested negative for rabies (plus my niece probably doesn't have scoliosis, and my nephew is back to normal after eating the wrong berries in the yard). Whew! I feel like I've had 100lbs lifted off me; it's been a rough few days, with a whole lot of waiting. Any moment now I'll probably hear that my grandfather is finally resting in peace, and then the waiting will be through. Strange how these things hit all at once, isn't it? Yesterday it dawned on me that I *did* have an official source I could question on the weekends: my childhood friend who's now a vet. She reacted similarly to meigzilla, advised me to bite the bullet and get the shots if the cat tested positive since any remote chance of death-by-rabies wasn't worth taking, and worried all day. Thank you all so much for your support, personal stories, useful links (camlan, I don't think I would have slept last night without your link for the uninsured!), and tough-love advice. It was so helpful to hear from others who have been through similar situations. I started this thread for a few reasons; to get more 'real world' input than I was able to find on official rabies websites, to vent my anxieties, and to inform others who might not realize their pets could be at risk. It's been a hair-raising example of why people should only have as many pets as they can afford vet bills for, and why no one should assume their indoor pets are 'safe'. I'm feeling a little humbler today (no more 'it couldn't happen to me'), and very thankful for the kindness of friends and strangers. It was a very sad lesson for my brother's family, but I'm sure they'll be more conscientious pet owners in the future. And you can be sure that my baby, Tabitha, will be getting her boosters this summer!...See MoreDrapes and indoor cats
Comments (17)Alisha, I love the pictures of your cat taking care of those "nasty things" you put on her claws. LOL. Too cute how she looks at the one on the floor. LOL. I don't think I'd have had the patience to get them on most of our cats. Even little Tommy wouldn't have liked to be held that long and he's one that likes to be cradled like a baby. Andrea, don't you just love those looks from your cats? My hubby thinks I'm nuts when I say my cats gave me a certain look, but they do have different expressions. Just look at the second picture Alisha posted! Sable, that's good to know about Boundary. Where did you purchase it? We'll be getting a new sofa soon and could use it. Not to mention my wicker! I am with you, my babies/cats come first. Though it would be nice to have both in good shape. dilly dally, knowing our Joey and his fetish for plastic and it's noises and tastes he might love the foil! LOL....See Moresymptoms of cat scratch fever
Comments (12)I got this about 15 years ago. At the time, no one knew what bacteria caused it, or even it was a bacteria. I had a cat scratch on my finger tip, and it healed... mostly, but about 10 days later it started to look a bit red again, and then my entire arm started to hurt pretty bad and my lymph node in my arm pit got enormous. Doctors knew what it was but didn't think that antibiotics would help. I did go away on its own in a week but it was a pretty uncomfortable experience. No one seemed to be worried about it except for me. Several other vets I knew had gotten it and they all recovered uneventfully, too. Occupational hazard I guess. Not had another episode since (despite being scratched numerous times)....See MoreCan an outside cat be trained to stay indoors?
Comments (9)I know how you feel! My DH & I "adopted" a calico that roamed the neighborhood. She at first was scared of us and ran every-time we put food on the deck, but after a while would come and sit next to us. We soon discovered she was pregnant and were nervous of the thought of she and the babies living outside, as there are many coyotes where we lived. Soon after the kittens were born we decided it was best for them to be inside. Lucy (the mom) & the kittens adjusted nicely, as as far as the kittens were concerned they really never wanted to go out side, Lucy on the other hand begged out be let out during the day. We knew were moving soon and Lucy would have to live in permanently so, after we adopted the kittens out we let Lucy have her last little bit of outdoor freedom. We are now moved and Lucy is content as ever. She does not meow near as much and never tries to get out. She uses her litter-box with no problem and relaxes on the chair by the window. It may take some time but I think in the end it is worth it. I worried a lot with Lucy outside & I hated the "gifts" of birds, mice and rabbits she would bring to us. Good luck! By the way I have seen several outside "kennels" for cats that allow them to lay in the grass and enjoy being outside, we are even thinking of building one ourself. I know others have used these and they say their cats enjoy them...See Moreglaserberl
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