I think my cat just got run over :(

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Duchess, he is wrapped in my tshirt and seems quite chilled out, as for the water, well, at this time he doesn't have water usually, he ha a drink at around 8.30 AM usually, so that problem will occur tomorrow really I guess.
 

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If I were you, I would keep him in bed with you, close by, in case anything happens he is right there. Make sure to keep him towards the inside of the bed. Set an alarm for each hour that way you can check on him. Yes, you need to try to get some sleep also. But I think keeping him close to you is the only way you can have peace of mind and get any sleep yourself.
 

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I honestly would try to stay awake with him. I can tell you some pretty gruesome stories about kitties hit by cars, but you don't need to hear that right now. Just, monitor his breathing, listen for any changes in the way it sounds or in the way he meows. Keep him still. I wouldn't let him eat/drink much as you don't know if that'll go down right. Try to keep his face clean, I noticed that even when in great pain, kitties like to clean themselves & that can make things worse...
 

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Poor, sweet angel.
20 mins sounds good. But if you don't get some sleep, you won't be able to function, that will be hard on both of you. Please keep us posted. I will be back later to check up on you two.
 
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Thanks

I am leaving for now, I will update later I promise, and again, thank you SO MUCH guys!!!!
 

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Have you made it to the vet yet? I don't mean to unnecessarily alarm you when you're obviously very worried, but cats hide pain and injuries really well.

My kitty Stumpy was hit by a car, and was in a school yard where students found her. She dragged herself out to them purring and mewing at them. She was also dragging her back legs and they knew something was wrong, and called Animal Control who took care of her. Turns out she had multiple pelvis fractures, a broken tail and many abrasions. Yet she was still purring and affectionate. I was fostering her during her recovery, then decided to keep her


Just because your kitty *seems* ok, doesn't mean he's not suffering head trauma - if he's got scratches on his face, he may have more damage than you realise.

I know you said you're going to go to the vet, I just really think you should be there when they open and get him straight in - time is of the essence.

Good luck, I hope you're both doing ok - please keep us updated!!!!
 

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Your AJ is a beautiful boy.

I hope you've made it to the vet by now and that his injuries aren't too bad. Hugs and positive thoughts to both of you.
 

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I just found this thread and read it all. AJ is a beautiful boy
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I hope you made it to the vet and all will be well with him.

Prayers for you both

Hugs as well
 

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I hope your kitty is ok and that you've made it to the vet by now


Do remember that in the UK all vets are legally obliged to provide out of hours care - either at your regular practice or at another practice that provides cover for yours - so you could have taken him last night, or at least rang the vet for advice on what to do.
 

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Just read the story, I too hpe u made it to the vet and that things are ok. Poor little thing!!! Hope he will be fine soon!!! Wishing all the best
 

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Fingers crossed for him, and I would like to re-iterate UT's post, that there are always vets available in the UK, I think we are quite fortunate in that compared to you guys in the US (although it does cost a small fortune!!). I would also think of keeping cats in in the future (and yes, I have indoor/outdoor cats) - you say it is quiet, but two cats have been hit in 8 months at the same point, people are obviously speeding in the area, and I wouldnt risk it.
 

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I am hoping that you are back from the vet with AJ all patched up and are now getting some much needed sleep. Vibes that he is ok
 

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Originally Posted by Epona

I am hoping that you are back from the vet with AJ all patched up and are now getting some much needed sleep. Vibes that he is ok

Many vibes for AJ.
 

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I just read this, my heart is broken for you and poor little AJ. I hope he is ok.

 
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