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If you have the room, the time and the money for all these lucky babies then my hat goes off to you!


If my house were bigger i'd have more, but at the moment i have two girls, Rosie aged 5 and Sophie aged 3, and this weekend their getting a new baby brother called Jack aged 10 weeks
Awwwwww 10 weeks!!!!
 
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Originally Posted by adymarie

I only currently have 4 cats, but I just wanted to say I really admire you dedication and your loving heart. Without you those cats would have no chance.....you are an angel to them. I really hope that you can find the support you need from TCS. Good luck.
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We only have 3 cats right now, but I can still offer you support right?


I think you are a wonderful person doing a wonderful thing!
 
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I hope that you wll continue to participate in this forum! I only have 3 kids - Cosmo is my newest addition
...I must say that for you - or anyone - to be able to love and care for such a large number of cats, it truly takes an amazing amount of time, dedication and (not the least of it) money. Please continue with your good deeds!
 
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I cannot begin to tell everyone how much all your support means to me.

I am going through so much and I guess that everything (especially the old kitties) becomes magnified to me....

I see how many people on this forum are having problems and my heart goes out to all of them and don't mean to sound selfish.

At this time....I am in the middle of trying (after three different products) to unclog my kitchen drain.....it's probably cat hair....(only kidding.)

My landlord knows I have many cats....does not know how many...but he only knows I am a good tenant in a very old house that I ask very little help for. I try to do most of these repairs myself.....so he does not have to come over as much.

Anyway....back to the plunger and drain....and I can't wait to get back to the forum to read and reply to everyone that made my heart swell....and my nerves calm down!!!

Thanks to everyone....

Toomany
 
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Hi there!
I don't post as much as I lurk, but we are the proud guardians of 15 indoor cats. A majority were either ferals that came into our shelter in livetraps or cats that were considered unadoptable due to health or behavior problems. We have been pretty lucky with only a few having major health issues in the past few years, but I can imagine having so many seniors at once must be alot of work! We will be there with most of our guys in a few years, so I hope to read more on your experiences caring for a number of seniors at once.


I am glad you posted because I think sometimes people assume anyone with a larger number of cats must be a hoarder or not able to properly care for them- you only hear about it if there is a problem. I am a bit sensitive on this issue as well and find I am more reluctant to discuss the actual numbers until the person has come to our house and seen how well we care for them all. So anyway, I am always happy to see people setting a good example as you (and many others multicat households here) have done by your commitment to caring for your seniors.
 
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I have 6 housecats, at the moment 2 foster kittens, 7 pet outdoor cats(friendly & semi-ferals), 1 feral, & apparently I now have 5 strays.


I will PM you more. My housecats range from 1 1/2 years to 7 years...the outside cats range from 2 years to 14 years.
 
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Originally Posted by Yorda

Hi there!
I don't post as much as I lurk, but we are the proud guardians of 15 indoor cats. A majority were either ferals that came into our shelter in livetraps or cats that were considered unadoptable due to health or behavior problems. We have been pretty lucky with only a few having major health issues in the past few years, but I can imagine having so many seniors at once must be alot of work! We will be there with most of our guys in a few years, so I hope to read more on your experiences caring for a number of seniors at once.


I am glad you posted because I think sometimes people assume anyone with a larger number of cats must be a hoarder or not able to properly care for them- you only hear about it if there is a problem. I am a bit sensitive on this issue as well and find I am more reluctant to discuss the actual numbers until the person has come to our house and seen how well we care for them all. So anyway, I am always happy to see people setting a good example as you (and many others multicat households here) have done by your commitment to caring for your seniors.
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As much as everyone on this forum has been such a great help....I was really looking for someone with multiple cats...all inside...b/c even though I have been known to feed ferals outside....I cannot handle that....and end up grabbing them up......but in the last 10 years have grabbed them and and found them homes.....too tired to do that know. Now, as hard as it is....when I see a stray....I just don't feed it.....I turn my heart off and my head around....I HAVE TO.

But...thanks Yorda....I finally met someone who has as many cats as I do....and all indoors....and I COMPLETELY understand how you feel about remarks people make...."hoarder"...."get them another home if you can't take care of them", etc., etc.

I have STOPPED....but am so very glad I found someone that knows what it is like.

I thank this forum for helping me through this....

and Yorda....I will PM you and hope we can get to know each other.

Toomany (WAAAY TOO MANY.....BUT I CAN DO THIS UNTIL THEY ALL GO TO KITTY HEAVEN!!!)
 
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You said.... "I am a bit sensitive on this issue as well and find I am more reluctant to discuss the actual numbers until the person has come to our house and seen how well we care for them all."

Oh how well that rings a bell!!! When I go to the grocery store and buy all the litter and food....I very often get smart-a-- remarks....and usually "how many cats do you have.....oh wow!" I have gotten to the point....(and I would love to say "none of your d---m business"...but I usually say..."Oh no....I don't have a lot of cats....I have a Jaguar....(Jacksonville, Fla. is the home of the Jaguars football team)....every time....they back off and have NOTHING to day. Love it, love it, love it!!!!!

And...when I am asked how many by people who know me....I usually say 10....(I lie a lot)....

BUT....as you said, if they ever come over....they are amazed at the cleanliness.....but more amazed with the love of the cats and how friendly they are....to the point they have cats ALL OVER THEM....purring and begging for petting, etc.

He He He.....if they are not cat lovers....they don't stay very long!!!!!

Love it.....and then, of course, I have my little old Bijon Frishe, McDuff, jumping up and down with glee to see any visitors.

Have to laugh.....


Thanks...

Toomany
 
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I think you are great! I am 62 and have six cats (one decided to join us last week) and they are all rescues/strays, and three have been through life-threatening illnesses and surgery. Ellie has behavioural issues that make life difficult. Wellington is on medication for asthma. And I am on first name terms with the vets within a month, wherever I live! And my Shetland ponies were also rescue cases and completely wild when I got them. My family and friends sometimes tease me or voice concerns that I will not be able to cope, as I live alone in an isolated area. So I sort of understand what you have to live with. Stick in there, love your cats, and don't worry about anything till it happens.
 
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Originally Posted by toomany

When I go to the grocery store and buy all the litter and food....I very often get smart-a-- remarks....and usually "how many cats do you have.....oh wow!" I have gotten to the point....(and I would love to say "none of your d---m business"...but I usually say..."Oh no....I don't have a lot of cats....I have a Jaguar....(Jacksonville, Fla. is the home of the Jaguars football team)....every time....they back off and have NOTHING to day. Love it, love it, love it!!!!!
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That is a great answer!
 
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Had to write in supprt...24 cats here
all inside, spayed/neutered. and I spay the outside ones to(about 10 out there)all but one in current city is done-actually somone did two last week
!!!! and at old house I had 5 done...
 
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WOW Toomany. You certainly have your hands full. Our home is complete with three--and I am kittysitting two for a friend, they are in a room here--and I feel stretched thin. ((((((((((hugs))))))))) for you. It takes a huge heart to take care of so many cats. I have vowed that in the future, if I ever take a cat in.. it will be an older cat (I'm hoping for 10+) from the shelter. They sit there all their lives at ours... and even if I can take in only one, and it won't make an impression upon the world, it will make a big difference for that cat, as I know it has to yours. Give your lovely kitties some tail-scritches and cuddles for me.
I am certainly here if you need to talk/PM, I may not respond right away (not always here) and I don't have the same experience as you.. but if you need someone to talk to I am here and will happily listen.
 
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Thank you everyone and thank you TCS.... so very many people that have come to help me with all these babies.....

Can't wait to respond to each of you....right now....kitty litter boxes calling me loud!!!


Thanks, thanks, thanks!!!!
 
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I used to have my 10 in one house, but since we moved they have their OWN house. A 14 by 30 building (think mobile office or classroom) that is all theirs, to roam at will. So I can relate to the many litterboxes and pounds of cat hair.

Glad to see you have a positive attitude, we're all here for the endurance too!
 
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Don't ever feel bad about having multiple cats, I wish I even had as little as two cats but mine wants to be an only child
You are doing a wonderful thing taking care of these cats. My Misty is 14 years old and she still has a lot of kitten in her. I wish you the best of luck taking care of the cats and welcome to TCS. I have known others who have more cats than you do, many more than you do.
 
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