New kitty

I will look into it this weekend, unfortunately the closest pet store is an hour away from me [emoji]128530[/emoji]
But things are starting to look a little better. I'm thinking she definitely had a UTI, because I gave her some of her medicine as soon as we got home from the vet, and she already seems to be feeling much better - less meowing and more purring- and she hasn't used the litter box yet, but she's been in the crate and hasn't peed on the floor yet either, I also noticed some little foot prints in the litter box, so at least she got in and checked it out. She finally ate some solid food too, and a decent amount. She has a fat little tummy now. And I gave her another bath, this time I really scrubbed her and got all the milk and pee out of her fur. And she seems pretty happy, I got her out and spent some time with her just now and all though the she did stick close by me and follow me everywhere, she finally took the time to explore some other parts of the room.
Not loving the crate, but she's getting use to it.
and my favorite thing about this little girl, as crazy and feral as she seemed at first, she has not scratched me once. I can't say that about any cats I've had. She actually seems like she goes out of her way not too. And everyone told me calicos were mean!

She is a beautiful cat. Fingers crossed that the straw or Dr. elsey's works. She may just need some time and antibiotics to get used to all the changes in her life.

Yes I'm giving it a few days before I try anything else. I noticed earlier that there were a couple tiny pee spots in the litter! Not a lot but definitely progress. And now my nose is itching [emoji]128563[/emoji] Not sure if it's the cat or just allergies. But I've never had allergies before. But I've also never been allergic to a female cat! Male cats tend to make my eyes itchy and nose stuffy though. Anyone know of anything I can do to keep from getting itchy around her?

I can't get over how SWEET this cat is!! I have owned a lot of cats and none hold a candle to how friendly this little girl is, I love it. And good news for her (not so much for me) I think I just have a cold. I'm hoping tomorrow I wake up to find a big surprise in the litter box (ew I know but I really want her to make progress). So I was petting her a bit ago, and I started rubbing her tummy and its.. Lumpy? I'm assuming nothing is wrong since the vet palpabated all over her stomach today and didn't say anything. But why in the world would it be lumpy? It's weird.

I hate to say it but she may be pregnant - she may be in the early stages. Might be worth a call to the vet to discuss the possibility. She's had such a lot of things going on, I would defiinitely keep that in. Ind.

I was thinking earlier, in honor of her being such a beautiful calico, "Calista" or "Calipso" are neat names.

I'm so happy you saved her and also that she is such a sweetheart! Her markings remind me of autumn leaves and the first name that popped in my head was Maple. Her little face in the picture with her on her hind legs in the cage is adorable.

Oh I hope not! I don't need a whole new set of problems to deal with. It was pretty lumpy though, I feel like it would be weird if I could feel kittens like that. And the vet didn't say anything. Maybe it's just her organs since she hasn't had proper nutrition, the vet squeezed all over her stomach to check for a UTI because they can feel their bladders with their hands. I don't know. But she has been using the litter box now, no accidents in the cage anymore. Should I give her access to the whole room tomorrow? I'm nervous about it, I don't want to have to start all over but I felt so bad putting her in the crate tonight

Lumpy belly - pregnant maybe?

You might be right. If she was far enough along for you to feel kittens, the vet would have been able to, too. But I would run this by the vet, just to be sure. She may have an injury that is causing something fishy.

I would not let her out of the crate yet. Let her settle in there for a bit. Also make sure your mattress and anything else she peed on is enzyme cleaned to the max! She will be able to smell any little bit and it may set her off again.

Maybe keep her in the crate until you know the UTI is good and gone.

And if you do let her out of the crate, you could do so only if you are able to supervise her... like let her out for a little play time and exercise and then back in.

MollyBlue said:

And if you do let her out of the crate, you could do so only if you are able to supervise her... like let her out for a little play time and exercise and then back in.

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Yes, good idea to make sure she doesn't go stir-crazy!

Everything has been cleaned really good, and I've been letting her out when ever I'm up there too supervise her! I'll probably let her sleep in there a couple more nights and then try to let her out for good. I'm hoping that she'll go use the litter sometime while she's out playing with me so I know she'll go to it when she still has free range

Even after you are able to let her out, it might be a good idea if you are able to leave the crate in there and see if she still uses it of her own free will.  I never crate trained a cat before we adopted Snowy from the shelter - and even though it was a free roam shelter, she was kept in a cage.  Now, she still likes to sleep in her carrier from time to time, I guess just when she is wanting a safe spot.  Its nice not having her afraid of it too... for when we travel, or when she must see the vet.

Glad things are going better.  It must have been a very big adjustment for the poor girl, and then if she was sick on top of everything...

i left her out most of the day today, I was able to spend most of the time in my room or at least be able to check her every so often, and no accidents! She went and sat on my bed a couple times and I got nervous, but she didn't pee! So I'm going to crate her tonight, give her free range tomorrow, and crate her tomorrow night while I'm at a Halloween party, and then after that I'll let her out for good, but I'll leave her litter and food in the crate for a while before I move it. I'm so glad everything's working out! And her body is changing a lot now, since she's finally got a good diet, but her stomach looks a little big, and with those weird lumps I'm worried she's pregnant. But she also has gas so maybe she's just been eating a little too much. Hopefully she's not pregnant, but if she is I'll do everything in my power to make it easy on her, she's just so small. I think the vet would have told me if they felt kittens though, unless they assumed I already knew. Anyways, other than worrying about that everything has turned out great! I would take her to the vet and find out for sure but I already spent so much money getting her a flea pill, and exam and UTI medicine, food, several different kinds of litter, and some cat things (litter box etc) and then buying all 4 of my dogs flea pills because this little stinker passed them on before I got her treated. That I can't afford to go back to the vet quite yet. So I'll have to be patient and wait a week or two until I can tell for sure. And if not I'll get her spayed as soon as I can. But she's strictly inside, and upstairs in my room so I'm not worried about her eacaping for the time being. She's been a project. Now I'm just trying to think of a name. I kind of like Sloane, but I'm not sure about it. My family doesn't like it.

She is absolutely gorgeous..

When it comes to names, I always check that I can say it several times, quickly, as I do that when I call them.. If you're not careful you can end up with quite a tongue-twister!

How wonderful that she ended up in such a brilliant home.

Yeah I've been following her around my room all day saying every name I see on a name website at her trying to find one that fits [emoji]128514[/emoji]
When I read Sloane I didn't like it but when I say it to her it seems fitting. I could change my mind 100 times by tomorrow though!

I don't know how I missed this thread but I just read every post!

This pretty kitty has been quite the project for you. I am at awe with how patient you have been with her, you are truly a wonderful and caring animal lover.

She is so lucky to have you and it sounds like she loves you already 

I have a soft spot for calico cats, my Mom got my sisters and I a calico kitten when I was 5 years old. My Mom sat in a chair with the kitten on her lap, petting her coat in different directions. I still remember how magical all the colors looked!

When my Mom asked us what we wanted to name her we all said "Sunshine". She lived to be 14 years old and died from kidney failure when I was 19 years. I'll never forget her, she was really pretty, just like your sweet girl.

I hope you keep us posted on her progress, I can't wait to see what name you decide on   

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After I saw this picture, all I could read from what you wrote was "blah blah blah... blah blah blah crate.. blah blah pee.. blah blah blah"  

LOL! I can't focus when you upload pics like this!

All I can say, is well done @abbygibson1212  for your commitment and patience to this awesome creature! 

Oh, she's beautiful! I'm so glad you saved her. I've just skimmed through this so sorry if you've already answered, but did you find out if she is pregnant or not? If she's not looking very round she could be in the very early stages. It's still possible to spay at this stage.

I think she looks like a Pumpkin.

I've been thinking about a "halloweeny" name, and came up with "Pumpkin".
Since she has those patches of orange, and she's such a sweetheart. 
Thank you for rescuing her!