took in a stray cat... turning my apartment upside-down.. (blankets, house, peeing)
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I would keep him and confine him to the bathroom. Or if you have an outside patio that's covered, put out food and water and a dry bed for him. He may die, but he should have food, water and a safe place, so he can at least be comfortable. It's a good sign that he's eating and drinking. They stop eating a couple days before thy die.
But I was serious about those contacts, if they're willing to come down here. One that comes to mind is a dear friend, who happens to be a board member (and serious benefactor) of the local Humane Society - so she could possibly pull some strings, or at least lead the OP in a positive direction. Anyway, I hope it works out somehow for the kitty.
OK.. it really doesn't matter if you paid a pet deposit or not. If you have nothing that can help the OP then move a long to a thread where you can help the OP.
OK.. it really doesn't matter if you paid a pet deposit or not. If you have nothing that can help the OP then move a long to a thread where you can help the OP.
If this is (even partly) directed at me, I did offer some actual help - twice.
1) Put her in the bathroom -- where missing the little box won't be that big of an issue -- with a litter box, some food and water, and a fluffy blanket or towel to curl up on. But be sure to visit her often, pet her, and reassure her that you're still there for her. Put her water in a bowl where she'd be uncomfortable sleeping with her face in it (although I've seen cats sleep in some seemingly darn uncomfortable-looking positions!).
It will take her awhile to fill out; sounds like she hasn't had any food in awhile! Poor thing.
2) Call the shelter back and ask them for any ideas about getting her to a low-cost vet or other rescues or no-kill shelters that might be able to help you. Make sure you tell them how you found her, how long you've had her, and the issues she's having. Don't take no for an answer.
Thanks for caring for her!
This is very good advice. Any good shelter should be able to refer you to rescues/vets who will do a free or very low cost exam. The bathroom is an excellent suggestion. She may need to be spayed, and there are no/low-cost options in most communities. I would never want you to give up on her, but cats do require regular exams, shots, etc.. Typical cost is over $300/year. If this cost is too great for you, you may have to give her up. Keep bugging the no/kill shelter for space if necessary. Hope it works out for both of you.
i sent her to a no kill shelter, i had no other choice, she was just not getting stronger.. after i sent her, when i called, they would not give me any more info about her
i fear that they put her to sleep, and that maybe there was maybe something more i could have done for her, she was so sweet
You did the right thing. You couldn't care for her properly. Whether they euthanized her or nursed her back to health, the important thing was to end her suffering. Most shelters do have a policy about not giving updates. Once an animal is surrendered the animal belongs to the shelter.
You can always check their webpage to see if she ever gets put on their adoption list. But no matter what, you saved her from a miserable lonely end, and gave her some love. That's what counts.
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