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Sia
Member
03-11-2002
| Tuesday, October 12, 2004 - 8:29 am
Thanks, Djgirl. I had to laugh when I read your *gasp* because I know just how you feel. You don't know how people will take the fact that your kitty is declawed. I face the same problem, as all my indoor cats are declawed except the new baby. I did want to avoid having surgery for her, but it seems almost inevitable. The SoftPaws aren't staying on that well, so I don't see an alternative. Any other suggestions are welcome. I can't advise you about your precious kitty Doyle. It's such a personal decision and you know him best. I do love all my kitties and have one that I sometimes consider having euthanized. Derail has chronic rhinotrachaeitis, which causes her to have severe cold symptoms (snottiness! Yuk!) year-round, but which get worse in the winter time. (The condition is treatable but not curable.) She's 11 1/2 years old now, and I know the winters are difficult for her with the cold and snow, but I haven't had the heart to have her put to sleep. It would probably be the best thing for her, but it's so hard to actually do that. I guess I haven't done it because she seems to enjoy life. She eats well and likes to get attention, socializes with the other cats--and sneaks into the house every chance she gets when the weather starts to turn in the fall. She spent last night in the back porch because she sneaked in and we couldn't catch her to put her back out. She's pretty clever that way! I suppose as long as she seems to not be in pain and not having trouble breathing I'll not take her for a one-way trip to the vet.
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Djgirl
Member
07-17-2002
| Tuesday, October 12, 2004 - 8:58 am
Julie & Sia, thanks for your input. I just feel bad knowing that he's in pain all the time. I've spoken to the vet about all of this and she's a huge proponent for "treating" his problem. The vet cat has the same condition and they treat him all the time. That's fine & dandy, but I do not have thousands of dollars to treat my cat, nor is their cat peeing all over the house, he's in a sterile easy to clean environment. Believe me, it's a horrible decision that I have to make. I love this guy beyond words, and he's my complete suck, but I hate seeing him in pain. There is no cure for this condition and it will only get worse. Any stress on him affects him and will cause a bladder infection. It's an untreatable bladder infection - pills don't work. We spent almost $2000 last year for surgery, treatment & diagnosis just to find out that this will be recurring for the rest of his life. It's scary to find a puddle of pee with blood in it, let me tell you. We have him on a prescribed diet, but it isn't working either. We're planning on starting our family soon, and I don't know what's going to happen with Doyle at that point... I'm just trying to find the best thing for Doyle at this point.
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Nancy
Member
08-01-2000
| Tuesday, October 12, 2004 - 2:14 pm
dj--i know that's a hard decision, but for me what it came down to when i put my roo down was if she was in a lot of pain or not--that i swore i would never do, and she 'told' me it was time.. my new kitty is suchhh a joy to have--she is a little bundle of energy for about a hour then she zonks out whereever she is at--right now she's sleeping on the sofa in a basket LOL..
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Ruiner
Member
08-31-2003
| Tuesday, October 12, 2004 - 6:48 pm
Dj - just scanning real quick through here. Sorry to hear about Doyle and I really had thought the problems was licked. I agree with Julieboo about pain meds for times when he's hurting. Some cats tolerate them well... As always, the decision is YOUR'S! You know your baby best. You are the deciding factor...we can only offer advice. Not always the best for your situation. Please keep that in mind with whatever happens. Btw, I have a 3 year old cat with a fairly serious and life threatening condition. I've chosen, at this time, not to treat her cause it was affecting out relationship. She runs from the pills and me, won't let me give her fluids etc... She'll eventually have an acute episode and I'll have to make the hard decision. It could be tomorrow or 5 years from now, but so be it! Also, *gasp* all 7 of my cats are declawed. They manage just fine. All their procedures where done at the time of neuter/spay and as kittens. If you need an ear...
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Ruiner
Member
08-31-2003
| Tuesday, October 12, 2004 - 7:03 pm
Sorry to be so silly after the above post. I have never seen this one - my thoughts was that not many others may have either. I was ROLFLMAO! I don't do that often! Hope no offense was/is taken.. Very Funny..... Especially if you have a cat ...... How To Clean Your Toilet - The Fun Way Instructions on how to clean your toilet 1. Put both lids of the toilet up and add 1/8 cup of pet shampoo to the water in the bowl. 2. Pick up the cat and soothe him while you carry him towards the bathroom. 3. In one smooth movement, put the cat in the toilet and close both lids. You may need to stand on the lid. 4. The cat will self agitate and make ample suds. Never mind the noises that come from the toilet, the cat is actually enjoying this. 5. Flush the toilet three or four times. This provides a "power-wash" and rinse". 6. Have someone open the front door of your home. Be sure that there are no people between the bathroom and the front door. 7. Stand behind the toilet as far as you can, and quickly lift both lids. 8. The cat will rocket out of the toilet, streak through the bathroom, and run outside where he will dry himself off. 9. Both the commode and the cat will be sparkling clean. Sincerely, The Dog
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Twinkie
Member
09-24-2002
| Tuesday, October 12, 2004 - 7:11 pm
http://www.infinitecat.com/infinite/cat-html/300.html/ Infinite Cat Project
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Tuesday, October 12, 2004 - 7:17 pm
Sia, I love that kitty and the name is too cute!
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Moondance
Member
07-30-2000
| Tuesday, October 12, 2004 - 7:25 pm
http://pawproject.com/
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Moondance
Member
07-30-2000
| Tuesday, October 12, 2004 - 7:26 pm
I posted this in my folder but I wanted to post here too
He is doing great. This pix was taken at the neighbors... he ran away from home. Cabin fever. He loves my neighbor so he went straight there when he snuck out of the office, to the balcony and jumped down to the first floor! I think he is feeling better. If you look close you can see where his side is shaven but it hard to make out the stitches.
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Julieboo
Member
02-05-2002
| Wednesday, October 13, 2004 - 9:56 am
Anyone know the difference between and Cornish Rex and a Devon Rex?
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Ophiliasgrandma
Member
09-04-2001
| Wednesday, October 13, 2004 - 12:23 pm
This is the cornish. Go to Cat Fancy for the differences. To me the Cornish looks to take after the Asian breeds, (Siamese etc.) the Devon more the American Shorthaired.
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Nancy
Member
08-01-2000
| Wednesday, October 13, 2004 - 2:07 pm
moonie good to hear kittie is doing good--my marble gives your kittie a head rub-- i am sooo happy my kitten slept almost 6.5 hours last night(from 11pm til 5:30) on my night stand-then got up and snuggled with me for another hour--not playing just snuggling )
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Julieboo
Member
02-05-2002
| Wednesday, October 13, 2004 - 2:42 pm
Thanks O! Oh my they are odd looking for sure!!! The Cornish looks rather rat like! For those of you with little kittens that are keeping you awake, consider getting them a kitten playmate. They can wear each other out and will be happier too! (And you get to sleep!!!)
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Sia
Member
03-11-2002
| Wednesday, October 13, 2004 - 8:47 pm
Time for another cat picture:
It's a kitty-cat slumber party!!
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Sia
Member
03-11-2002
| Wednesday, October 13, 2004 - 9:26 pm
Here's Buffy2 playing a computer game the other night:

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Sia
Member
03-11-2002
| Wednesday, October 13, 2004 - 9:32 pm
Derail sneaked into the house tonight and I found her curled up in the big chair in the kitchen. I had to put her out, however, because she couldn't keep her CLAWS out of the upholstery! Bad girl! She was having a good time, though.

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Juju2bigdog
Member
10-27-2000
| Wednesday, October 13, 2004 - 9:50 pm
Hahahaha, great pics, Sia. You need to put the first one in the Caption This Photo thread.
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Sia
Member
03-11-2002
| Wednesday, October 13, 2004 - 9:58 pm
Thanks, Juju. You mean CaptionThis for the first one of Derail, or the first one I posted this evening, which was the "cat party" on my daughter's bed? LOL, I love all the pics we take of our kitties. There are NO bad kitty pictures. (Just pics of bad kitties!) Personally, my fave here is the one of the kitten watching the computer game!
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Juju2bigdog
Member
10-27-2000
| Thursday, October 14, 2004 - 10:20 am
Cat party, where the white one is looking at the fake one like she is trying to figure out what is wrong with this picture.
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Sia
Member
03-11-2002
| Thursday, October 14, 2004 - 3:11 pm
Oh, that one is a classic, Juju; thanks for suggesting it. I think I'll do that right now. Another kitty photo, anyone?

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Ophiliasgrandma
Member
09-04-2001
| Thursday, October 14, 2004 - 3:47 pm
There is no such thing as too many kitty photos. Keep 'em coming!
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Lucy
Member
10-08-2002
| Thursday, October 14, 2004 - 5:29 pm
I agree, there can never be too many kitty, doggie or kidlet pictures. Sia, your kitties are so adorable. I've also been enjoying hearing about the new cottage you bought. You go girl!!
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Twinkie
Member
09-24-2002
| Thursday, October 14, 2004 - 6:25 pm
I love all of the cat pics!! I swear someday I'm going to be known as the crazy lady down the street that has all the animals. I figure at least 5 cats and 4 dogs. I'm going to wear down hubby eventually.
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Juju2bigdog
Member
10-27-2000
| Thursday, October 14, 2004 - 9:17 pm
Awwwwwww.
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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Friday, October 15, 2004 - 3:39 am
Twinkie, I checked out that link--it was wonderful! Take a look at two of the cat paintings I found on one of the sites, by artist Jay Ferranti. He is fabulous!
Rose and Her Ornery Kittens
Cat with Leaves
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