Need advice!!!new rescue

kitty14rescue · Jan 21, 2017

Ill try to make this short,i am a mom of 2 rescues,1 male 1 female. Yest,while getting home from work i saw the cutest thing ever,meowing on my step, as i got closer i realized it was a kitten just guessing about 7mths,i ran in to get some food,came back out to feed her.she ate then immediately started rubbing all over me,she even rolled over for me to rub her belly!!!i was in shock how friendly she was,besides the few neighborhood cats on the blk,i had never seen her.i could not just go in and leave her,so i got a carrier i had and picked her up with no problem and took her inside. I got her settled in in a room in the basement that is warm and clean. I had an xtra litter box and filled it up,which she quickly used.my husband and i decided we would take her in to the shelter,to see if she had been missing or for her to be adopted,but they were closed already.we litteraly sat with her for 3-4 hrs where she layed in our laps,napped,played,ate again,lol and just showed us soo much love to the point where now WE'RE KEEPING HER.(SHES A FEMALE) shes not neutered that i can tell,her ear isnt clipped either.when we close the door to leave her she meows to the point that she loses her voice,but when she has our company shes so quiet and purs,she even does the kneeding with her paws when shes on our laps,i made an apt to see the vet but its 1 week from today,my question is would i be able to move her to my bedroom for a while,to keep her company of course keeping my other 2 resident cats away from her.would her being in my room then later on my other cats being in the same room possibly get them sick?if she did have any sickness?I dont want to risk my other cats getting anything that she might have. My resident cats already know shes there because they hear the meows when shes alone,but they haven't gone crazy or anything,i think theyre just more curious than anything. How long do i really have to wait after her apt to start introducing them?also how well do 2 female cats get along? My female resident is well laid back,not clingy at all,but loves to spend time in my room,could bringing the new rescue to my room disturb my residents?also her being so friendly could she be feral still?any advice would be appreciated.

margd · Jan 22, 2017

I'm glad to hear you are keeping this little darling. You should probably check with your neighbors to see if any of them have lost a cat recently, however. She might be an indoor cat who escaped, which might explain why you've never seen her before. She sounds like she's had a home in the recent past, although she could have been dumped by some heartless individual. In other words, to answer your last question first: she does not sound like she's feral at all.

There shouldn't be any problem with having her stay in your bedroom at night, as long as you don't allow your other two cats access, even when she's not there. Since one of your resident cats likes hanging out in your bedroom, I realize this might be a problem. It might be worth calling the vet and asking for an appointment as soon as possible. They might be willing to squeeze you in, if you explain the situation. Otherwise, she should stay in the basement for now. I hate to say that because it sounds like she hungers for human companionship but the only way I can see you allowing all cats to have access is if you thoroughly clean your bedroom each time after your new kitty has been in there. There is one alternative: you could try putting her in a large cage in your bedroom where she can see you. That might work to satisfy her need for human companionship and make it easy to clean up afterward.

If you do end up keeping her in the basement, try keeping a radio on for her. Also, make sure she has a good view out of a window (if there is one) and that she has plenty of toys. A stuffed animal might be helpful - you can rub it on yourself so she has your scent to comfort her. If there is a TV down there, leaving that on might help her feel less lonely, as well.

After she's received a clean bill of health, you should be able to introduce her to your other kitties almost right away. They know she's there but are not upset, the process hopefully will not take long. Start by scent swapping and feeding them on either side of a closed door. If that goes well, allow them glimpses of her and then bring her out for brief periods of time until they are comfortable together.

Two female cats can get along fine - it really depends on the individual cats. I had one problem in the past when my resident cat was spayed but my new cat was not. The resident cat was quite hostile but this stopped as soon as my new cat was spayed. They got along fine after that.

Good luck with everything. And when you get a chance, we'd love to see photos of all three!

kitty14rescue · Jan 31, 2017

Margd said:
I'm glad to hear you are keeping this little darling. You should probably check with your neighbors to see if any of them have lost a cat recently, however. She might be an indoor cat who escaped, which might explain why you've never seen her before. She sounds like she's had a home in the recent past, although she could have been dumped by some heartless individual. In other words, to answer your last question first: she does not sound like she's feral at all.

There shouldn't be any problem with having her stay in your bedroom at night, as long as you don't allow your other two cats access, even when she's not there. Since one of your resident cats likes hanging out in your bedroom, I realize this might be a problem. It might be worth calling the vet and asking for an appointment as soon as possible. They might be willing to squeeze you in, if you explain the situation. Otherwise, she should stay in the basement for now. I hate to say that because it sounds like she hungers for human companionship but the only way I can see you allowing all cats to have access is if you thoroughly clean your bedroom each time after your new kitty has been in there. There is one alternative: you could try putting her in a large cage in your bedroom where she can see you. That might work to satisfy her need for human companionship and make it easy to clean up afterward.

If you do end up keeping her in the basement, try keeping a radio on for her. Also, make sure she has a good view out of a window (if there is one) and that she has plenty of toys. A stuffed animal might be helpful - you can rub it on yourself so she has your scent to comfort her. If there is a TV down there, leaving that on might help her feel less lonely, as well.

After she's received a clean bill of health, you should be able to introduce her to your other kitties almost right away. They know she's there but are not upset, the process hopefully will not take long. Start by scent swapping and feeding them on either side of a closed door. If that goes well, allow them glimpses of her and then bring her out for brief periods of time until they are comfortable together.

Two female cats can get along fine - it really depends on the individual cats. I had one problem in the past when my resident cat was spayed but my new cat was not. The resident cat was quite hostile but this stopped as soon as my new cat was spayed. They got along fine after that.

Good luck with everything. And when you get a chance, we'd love to see photos of all three! :catguy:

Ty so much for responding,i just actually saw it,im having such a difficult time figuring out ehats wrong with her,she started urinating with blood so i had her chked by the vet almost 1 week ago,she was started on amox 2xs week,havent missed not a dose,shes still has blood in her urine??she looks fine,eating well,drinking water,loves to play with her toys,runs around her safe room,scratches on her post,she might be in heat,because she does this weird sound at the door,which my resident male cat runs to the other side of the door,but no contact.im so stressed because with work and having to clean all her pee spots,blankets everyday. I have 2 ppl that are interested in taking her,but i have become so attached and dont want to give up on her

. Vet says after the 10 days of antibiotics we'll see whats next,but i really cant afford the high vet bills.im praying every night she gets better so i can test her for Diseases,get her shots and fixed so i can bring her upstairs.it breaks my heart to leave her in the same room all day,i cant bring her up because shes peeing everywhere,she goes in her litter box as well,so im not sure if shes spraying or cant seem to hold her urine.

kitty14rescue · Jan 31, 2017

Margd said:
I'm glad to hear you are keeping this little darling. You should probably check with your neighbors to see if any of them have lost a cat recently, however. She might be an indoor cat who escaped, which might explain why you've never seen her before. She sounds like she's had a home in the recent past, although she could have been dumped by some heartless individual. In other words, to answer your last question first: she does not sound like she's feral at all.

There shouldn't be any problem with having her stay in your bedroom at night, as long as you don't allow your other two cats access, even when she's not there. Since one of your resident cats likes hanging out in your bedroom, I realize this might be a problem. It might be worth calling the vet and asking for an appointment as soon as possible. They might be willing to squeeze you in, if you explain the situation. Otherwise, she should stay in the basement for now. I hate to say that because it sounds like she hungers for human companionship but the only way I can see you allowing all cats to have access is if you thoroughly clean your bedroom each time after your new kitty has been in there. There is one alternative: you could try putting her in a large cage in your bedroom where she can see you. That might work to satisfy her need for human companionship and make it easy to clean up afterward.

If you do end up keeping her in the basement, try keeping a radio on for her. Also, make sure she has a good view out of a window (if there is one) and that she has plenty of toys. A stuffed animal might be helpful - you can rub it on yourself so she has your scent to comfort her. If there is a TV down there, leaving that on might help her feel less lonely, as well.

After she's received a clean bill of health, you should be able to introduce her to your other kitties almost right away. They know she's there but are not upset, the process hopefully will not take long. Start by scent swapping and feeding them on either side of a closed door. If that goes well, allow them glimpses of her and then bring her out for brief periods of time until they are comfortable together.

Two female cats can get along fine - it really depends on the individual cats. I had one problem in the past when my resident cat was spayed but my new cat was not. The resident cat was quite hostile but this stopped as soon as my new cat was spayed. They got along fine after that.

Good luck with everything. And when you get a chance, we'd love to see photos of all three! :catguy:

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kitty14rescue
Jan 31, 2017

kitty14rescue · Jan 31, 2017

Margd said:
I'm glad to hear you are keeping this little darling. You should probably check with your neighbors to see if any of them have lost a cat recently, however. She might be an indoor cat who escaped, which might explain why you've never seen her before. She sounds like she's had a home in the recent past, although she could have been dumped by some heartless individual. In other words, to answer your last question first: she does not sound like she's feral at all.

There shouldn't be any problem with having her stay in your bedroom at night, as long as you don't allow your other two cats access, even when she's not there. Since one of your resident cats likes hanging out in your bedroom, I realize this might be a problem. It might be worth calling the vet and asking for an appointment as soon as possible. They might be willing to squeeze you in, if you explain the situation. Otherwise, she should stay in the basement for now. I hate to say that because it sounds like she hungers for human companionship but the only way I can see you allowing all cats to have access is if you thoroughly clean your bedroom each time after your new kitty has been in there. There is one alternative: you could try putting her in a large cage in your bedroom where she can see you. That might work to satisfy her need for human companionship and make it easy to clean up afterward.

If you do end up keeping her in the basement, try keeping a radio on for her. Also, make sure she has a good view out of a window (if there is one) and that she has plenty of toys. A stuffed animal might be helpful - you can rub it on yourself so she has your scent to comfort her. If there is a TV down there, leaving that on might help her feel less lonely, as well.

After she's received a clean bill of health, you should be able to introduce her to your other kitties almost right away. They know she's there but are not upset, the process hopefully will not take long. Start by scent swapping and feeding them on either side of a closed door. If that goes well, allow them glimpses of her and then bring her out for brief periods of time until they are comfortable together.

Two female cats can get along fine - it really depends on the individual cats. I had one problem in the past when my resident cat was spayed but my new cat was not. The resident cat was quite hostile but this stopped as soon as my new cat was spayed. They got along fine after that.

Good luck with everything. And when you get a chance, we'd love to see photos of all three! :catguy:

20170125_205359_1485803977327.jpg

kitty14rescue
Jan 31, 2017

kitty14rescue · Jan 31, 2017

Margd said:
I'm glad to hear you are keeping this little darling. You should probably check with your neighbors to see if any of them have lost a cat recently, however. She might be an indoor cat who escaped, which might explain why you've never seen her before. She sounds like she's had a home in the recent past, although she could have been dumped by some heartless individual. In other words, to answer your last question first: she does not sound like she's feral at all.

There shouldn't be any problem with having her stay in your bedroom at night, as long as you don't allow your other two cats access, even when she's not there. Since one of your resident cats likes hanging out in your bedroom, I realize this might be a problem. It might be worth calling the vet and asking for an appointment as soon as possible. They might be willing to squeeze you in, if you explain the situation. Otherwise, she should stay in the basement for now. I hate to say that because it sounds like she hungers for human companionship but the only way I can see you allowing all cats to have access is if you thoroughly clean your bedroom each time after your new kitty has been in there. There is one alternative: you could try putting her in a large cage in your bedroom where she can see you. That might work to satisfy her need for human companionship and make it easy to clean up afterward.

If you do end up keeping her in the basement, try keeping a radio on for her. Also, make sure she has a good view out of a window (if there is one) and that she has plenty of toys. A stuffed animal might be helpful - you can rub it on yourself so she has your scent to comfort her. If there is a TV down there, leaving that on might help her feel less lonely, as well.

After she's received a clean bill of health, you should be able to introduce her to your other kitties almost right away. They know she's there but are not upset, the process hopefully will not take long. Start by scent swapping and feeding them on either side of a closed door. If that goes well, allow them glimpses of her and then bring her out for brief periods of time until they are comfortable together.

Two female cats can get along fine - it really depends on the individual cats. I had one problem in the past when my resident cat was spayed but my new cat was not. The resident cat was quite hostile but this stopped as soon as my new cat was spayed. They got along fine after that.

Good luck with everything. And when you get a chance, we'd love to see photos of all three! :catguy:

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kitty14rescue
Jan 31, 2017

kitty14rescue · Jan 31, 2017

Margd said:
I'm glad to hear you are keeping this little darling. You should probably check with your neighbors to see if any of them have lost a cat recently, however. She might be an indoor cat who escaped, which might explain why you've never seen her before. She sounds like she's had a home in the recent past, although she could have been dumped by some heartless individual. In other words, to answer your last question first: she does not sound like she's feral at all.

There shouldn't be any problem with having her stay in your bedroom at night, as long as you don't allow your other two cats access, even when she's not there. Since one of your resident cats likes hanging out in your bedroom, I realize this might be a problem. It might be worth calling the vet and asking for an appointment as soon as possible. They might be willing to squeeze you in, if you explain the situation. Otherwise, she should stay in the basement for now. I hate to say that because it sounds like she hungers for human companionship but the only way I can see you allowing all cats to have access is if you thoroughly clean your bedroom each time after your new kitty has been in there. There is one alternative: you could try putting her in a large cage in your bedroom where she can see you. That might work to satisfy her need for human companionship and make it easy to clean up afterward.

If you do end up keeping her in the basement, try keeping a radio on for her. Also, make sure she has a good view out of a window (if there is one) and that she has plenty of toys. A stuffed animal might be helpful - you can rub it on yourself so she has your scent to comfort her. If there is a TV down there, leaving that on might help her feel less lonely, as well.

After she's received a clean bill of health, you should be able to introduce her to your other kitties almost right away. They know she's there but are not upset, the process hopefully will not take long. Start by scent swapping and feeding them on either side of a closed door. If that goes well, allow them glimpses of her and then bring her out for brief periods of time until they are comfortable together.

Two female cats can get along fine - it really depends on the individual cats. I had one problem in the past when my resident cat was spayed but my new cat was not. The resident cat was quite hostile but this stopped as soon as my new cat was spayed. They got along fine after that.

Good luck with everything. And when you get a chance, we'd love to see photos of all three! :catguy:

20170125_124750.jpg

kitty14rescue
Jan 31, 2017

kitty14rescue · Jan 31, 2017

Margd said:
I'm glad to hear you are keeping this little darling. You should probably check with your neighbors to see if any of them have lost a cat recently, however. She might be an indoor cat who escaped, which might explain why you've never seen her before. She sounds like she's had a home in the recent past, although she could have been dumped by some heartless individual. In other words, to answer your last question first: she does not sound like she's feral at all.

There shouldn't be any problem with having her stay in your bedroom at night, as long as you don't allow your other two cats access, even when she's not there. Since one of your resident cats likes hanging out in your bedroom, I realize this might be a problem. It might be worth calling the vet and asking for an appointment as soon as possible. They might be willing to squeeze you in, if you explain the situation. Otherwise, she should stay in the basement for now. I hate to say that because it sounds like she hungers for human companionship but the only way I can see you allowing all cats to have access is if you thoroughly clean your bedroom each time after your new kitty has been in there. There is one alternative: you could try putting her in a large cage in your bedroom where she can see you. That might work to satisfy her need for human companionship and make it easy to clean up afterward.

If you do end up keeping her in the basement, try keeping a radio on for her. Also, make sure she has a good view out of a window (if there is one) and that she has plenty of toys. A stuffed animal might be helpful - you can rub it on yourself so she has your scent to comfort her. If there is a TV down there, leaving that on might help her feel less lonely, as well.

After she's received a clean bill of health, you should be able to introduce her to your other kitties almost right away. They know she's there but are not upset, the process hopefully will not take long. Start by scent swapping and feeding them on either side of a closed door. If that goes well, allow them glimpses of her and then bring her out for brief periods of time until they are comfortable together.

Two female cats can get along fine - it really depends on the individual cats. I had one problem in the past when my resident cat was spayed but my new cat was not. The resident cat was quite hostile but this stopped as soon as my new cat was spayed. They got along fine after that.

Good luck with everything. And when you get a chance, we'd love to see photos of all three! :catguy:

i uploaded my 2 residents and the new rescue...

margd · Jan 31, 2017

Awww. What a trio of sweeties. They're so pretty.

UTIs can be very difficult to control. When I first adopted Chula, she developed a UTI that just would not quit. It ended up taking 3 rounds of different antibiotics, (clavimox is the one that seemed to help the most), a change of diet from dried to canned, purchase of a water fountain and lots of reassurance that she was safe and loved. You might consider having a urine culture done - this will identify the specific bacteria involved which in turn enables the vet to choose the antibiotic that works best. This spares you the guesswork method of prescribing antibiotics which is often used in prescribing for UTIs.

Another benefit of a urine culture is that it will also show you if there are no bacteria involved at all. A lot of UTIs are related to stress and are controlled by stress reduction. Your new little girl certainly has lots of reasons to feel stressed at the moment since she is getting used to a new home and doesn't yet have the run of the place.

Another thing to check out is the presence of crystals in the urine. The vet should have checked for these already. If New Kitty has crystals, there are foods that can be used to dissolve them so you might ask the vet about this.

Also, ask the vet about something for the pain. UTIs are extremely painful and part of stress control is reducing/eliminating the pain. Anti-inflammatory medications and antispasmodics are often used for this.

The thing you can do yourself that will help a lot is to increase her water intake. Switch her to canned food, if she's not eating it already, and try adding a bit of water to it.

Please let us know how she does. Here's hoping she feels better soon so you can bring her upstairs and no longer spend your free time cleaning up after her!

kitty14rescue · Jan 31, 2017

Margd said:
Awww. What a trio of sweeties. They're so pretty. :heart3:

UTIs can be very difficult to control. When I first adopted Chula, she developed a UTI that just would not quit. It ended up taking 3 rounds of different antibiotics, (clavimox is the one that seemed to help the most), a change of diet from dried to canned, purchase of a water fountain and lots of reassurance that she was safe and loved. You might consider having a urine culture done - this will identify the specific bacteria involved which in turn enables the vet to choose the antibiotic that works best. This spares you the guesswork method of prescribing antibiotics which is often used in prescribing for UTIs.

Another benefit of a urine culture is that it will also show you if there are no bacteria involved at all. A lot of UTIs are related to stress and are controlled by stress reduction. Your new little girl certainly has lots of reasons to feel stressed at the moment since she is getting used to a new home and doesn't yet have the run of the place.

Another thing to check out is the presence of crystals in the urine. The vet should have checked for these already. If New Kitty has crystals, there are foods that can be used to dissolve them so you might ask the vet about this.

Also, ask the vet about something for the pain. UTIs are extremely painful and part of stress control is reducing/eliminating the pain. Anti-inflammatory medications and antispasmodics are often used for this.

The thing you can do yourself that will help a lot is to increase her water intake. Switch her to canned food, if she's not eating it already, and try adding a bit of water to it.

Please let us know how she does. Here's hoping she feels better soon so you can bring her upstairs and no longer spend your free time cleaning up after her!

ty,i have had her on gravy lovers fancy f as well as added water go it,i called the vet today to let her know it hasn't cleared up,tmr i have to pick up pills for her not sure wjat they are,but ill find out tmr.The vet did take a culture of her urine at her apt she peed on the floor while we were there but im gonna ask her to do a better one. I wanna get her well and out the basement. As for her pain,the vet told me baby aspirin was ok.i gave her a half of a pill once,ill def give her another half when i get home.ty for all of your advice,i really appreciate it.

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