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SlimJimmy

(3,251 posts)
Tue Oct 11, 2022, 04:31 AM Oct 2022

Had to trap a kittie today.

I have had three semi-ferals that depend on me for food and hugs for about three years. A few days ago, an itty-bitty showed up as part of the colony. I knew he would need to be vetted, shots and all that, so I borrowed a kitty trap from my neighbor (who runs a cat rescue) and set it up last night. When I checked on it a about 2 am, sure enough, he was in there. I really hated to do that, but understand it is necessary for his greater well being if he is to return to my group of cats. I texted her and she said she'd be by first thing to take him to the vet. The funny thing is, he is just laying in there chilling out, no whining or anything. Even though I had a light blanket over the trap, I could still see his feet and belly.

I'll report back later today and let y'all know what the vet said.

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Had to trap a kittie today. (Original Post) SlimJimmy Oct 2022 OP
Hope all goes well at the vet, and thank you for all you do. It's so important to not just feed Ziggysmom Oct 2022 #1
I appreciate the kind words. SlimJimmy Oct 2022 #3
Good work wendyb-NC Oct 2022 #2
My pleasure, thanks for the kind words. SlimJimmy Oct 2022 #4
Update SlimJimmy Oct 2022 #5
awwwwww s m iffff! niyad Oct 2022 #8
Itty-bitty at the vet SlimJimmy Oct 2022 #11
Good luck with itty bitty. blm Oct 2022 #6
Thank you for taking such good care of the little ones. niyad Oct 2022 #7
As a fellow cat rescuer hermetic Oct 2022 #9
Yes, the unavailability of cat food SlimJimmy Oct 2022 #10
Thank you for caring for the kitty spinbaby Oct 2022 #12

Ziggysmom

(3,595 posts)
1. Hope all goes well at the vet, and thank you for all you do. It's so important to not just feed
Tue Oct 11, 2022, 06:27 AM
Oct 2022

ferals, but trap, vet and neuter them to stop the cycle of overpopulation. Feeding alone can often seem kind, but makes the core problem worse in the long run.

SlimJimmy

(3,251 posts)
3. I appreciate the kind words.
Tue Oct 11, 2022, 07:33 AM
Oct 2022

We love all animals. If my wife wasn't allergic to cats they'd be indoor kitties. Of course, our two dogs, a Bichon and Havanese might have something to say about that.

TNR is a vital aspect of cat rescue, too often overlooked by those that feed ferals only. This guy (or girl) we'll know today for sure, will become a part of my three cat colony. They are all up to date on shots and spayed/nurtured. The cool thing is that everyone in the neighborhood knows them and are okay with them being around.

wendyb-NC

(3,820 posts)
2. Good work
Tue Oct 11, 2022, 06:42 AM
Oct 2022

I hope he does well. Maybe he could be pampered pet kitty candidate, if he's still young. Even if he just stays part of colony cats, he'll have a better chance, after the vet care. Thank you, for helping the feral kitties.

SlimJimmy

(3,251 posts)
5. Update
Tue Oct 11, 2022, 07:59 AM
Oct 2022

The vet says this is a 7-8 week old female kittie. Because the weather here is going to get cold soon, and due to her young age, one of the vet techs is going to take her home for a month, get her started on all of her shots, and have her socialized with her other cats. Our other colony cats have access to our garage and beds for rain and warmth. Then, at about 12 weeks, she'll be spayed and returned to us. This won't be a foster fail because the vet tech already has enough cats (so she says). Either way, she'll be well cared for, for the rest of her life.

hermetic

(8,627 posts)
9. As a fellow cat rescuer
Tue Oct 11, 2022, 12:35 PM
Oct 2022

I extend my gratitude. This has been a really tough year for homeless kitties. There are SO MANY and the price and availability of cat food has been making it even harder for many. So,

SlimJimmy

(3,251 posts)
10. Yes, the unavailability of cat food
Tue Oct 11, 2022, 03:13 PM
Oct 2022

has been unreal. And yes, there has been a huge uptick in ferals, and surrenders. I'm sure the pandemic has had a lot to do with that. And I extend my gratitude your way as well. I was never much of a cat person, but the last three years has changed my view. They are God's perfect killers, and at the same God's perfect lap cats.

I'll keep y'all updated as she progresses.

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