my cat got shot!

this morning we picked her up from the vet's to see if her health improves and we may not have to put her down i truly hope not she is still verry alive she did not pee or poo yet he ofered her water he doesnt think she drank from it yet i'm now siting by her she is in a box with food, water and a towel over top to calm her cuz she does try to get out.
the vet says that it may take her a couple days to actualy pee or poo but he thinks she is still capable of that.
he also gave us pills 2 dif kinds.
Eeyore, cyo and brook are happy to see her
thanx again for helping me and casmo through this

i'm glad she seems better and sending vibes that she continues to improve

This is terrible. I cannot imagine someone intentionally hurting an innocent animal! I hope Casmo improves, and the person who shot her gets what they deserve.

This is shocking.

If this was not an accident ( how could it be) and other kitties in your area have been shot at, your local newspapers & TV stations need to be notified ASAP. People need to be warned that there is a dangerous person on the loose. The media could also ask for others to come forward if they have had a pet attacked. The person responsible for this brutal attack on Casmo...must be stopped.

I will be praying that, with the help of your vet, you & your family are able to make the best decision about how to care for Casmo.
Lei

You know, when I read stories about something happening to someone's cat, I usually go straight to "what if that happened to Cupid," and this was so hard to imagine that I had to get up and walk away. I don't even want to think how this would feel, or how angry I'd be, or what I'd do.

I'm terribly sorry you & your family--and especially Casmo--had to go through this. I hope she continues to improve and I hope she eventually goes back to the way she was. She's incredibly lucky to have survived and I can only hope that her quality of life is better each day.

& for Casmo!

she calmed down now she didnt eat or drink yet but at least she is lying down now (almost asleep) she was also cleaning herself which the vet didnt think she would do or at least like to do since she has no feeling there.
the one who shot her wil pay since the cop on the case has a cat herself and feels very upset about what hapened and our other neighbours find it terible too they even saw him with a gun!

I'm so sorry cazimauw, that's just not fair!
Was your cat shot with "buck Shot"? I'm asking because if it was buck shot, they can move around as the animal is healing into better possitions. The bullet by the spine just might move away as the swelling goes down. The same thing happened to my dog. Our neighbor shot him with buck shot, once point blank to the side of his head, and the second shot as he was running away into his hips and spine. He was pelted with them, and several went into the base of his spine and into his hip joint. The vet got what he could out, but our dog still couldnt walk yet, so he told us to wait and see if they moved. And they did, but it took a month until he could walk properly again. And if it is buck shot, they can live them them, my dog lived 10 years with his bullets inside of him. If your cat is not horribly suffering, I'd wait and see what happens if your vet says that's OK. Sending you vibes and best wishes!(As tears are streaming down my face(((((HUGS)))))))

Good vibes coming from here too.

The person that shot him will get what he/she deserves sometime, somehow.

it wasnt a bucks gun it was a hunting gun the kind that has thousands of bullets in one shot that just spread out and kill or hurt anything in its area xtremely unfair i think cuz that means she didnt even have chance!
our vet cant take out any bullets he doesnt have the degree or so for that so she'l has to live with al six bulets

My heart aches for you & Casmo.

Originally Posted by cazimauw

it wasnt a bucks gun it was a hunting gun the kind that has thousands of bullets in one shot that just spread out and kill or hurt anything in its area xtremely unfair i think cuz that means she didnt even have chance!
our vet cant take out any bullets he doesnt have the degree or so for that so she'l has to live with al six bulets

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That birdshot. One shell, many pellets.
Oftentimes, those things will eventually work themselves back out to the skin surface.
Found a dog once with a face full of them.
Most worked back out after a few years, he still had 3 or 4 in his lower jaw for the rest of his life though.

Best wishes, prayers and good vibes for your kitty.

Hope the cops get enough evidence to nail this guy.

I hope that you don't mind Milou. I posted a picture of Casmo, so that we can visualize who we are praying for.
Let's all, in our own way, pray, send healing vibes and positive thoughts that Casmo will come through this and be healed.
Lei

Ohhh Casmo!! You beautiful baby you!!

I am sooo sorry that someone (that is supposed to be human and know right from wrong) did this horrible thing to you. What have you ever done to deserve such mean-ness?

From the way your meomy has described you so far.... it seems to me you WANT to live. Then once your all better you can strut your stuff (with your meowmy of course) and show that no good, so- called person that NO ONE can bring you down for long!!

I am praying for you Casmo. I am praying for your health... physical and mental.

Im also praying for the mean ol' (im sure lonley) fart who did this to you. Im praying that he gets what he deserves.

Hugs and kisses from me and my gang.... and sending GET WELL SOON VIBES your way.

~SARAH~

Glad to know that Cosmo is showing signs of improvement. But please consider calling the emergency vet to see if they feel that there are things they could do to make Cosmo more comfortable, and if so, maybe they would be willing to treat her and send your neighbor the bill. Perhaps the policeperson would talk to him; if he is sucessfully prosecuted, he will have to pay you restitution. Also, I would call your local media; this story deserves attention - remember that shooting animals sometimes leads to violent criminal acts against women & children. Besides, the media might be able to alert someone who is able to help Cosmo out financially. Prayers & vibes for healing & comfort for Cosmo! Be strong for her! Hugs, Susan

Try looking at groups that provide $$$ for emergency proceedures the owners can't afford outright. I googled this one: http://www.thepetfund.com/

There are probably some in Canada and these folks might know who they are and how to reach them. My cat needed emergency eye surgery and a group like this fronted me the money and I paid them back as I could. This is a really excellent option if you need surgery or anything really expensive like that and the vet can't make payment plans that are reasonable for you. Please try this if your vet thinks the baby can be saved, but the thing standing in the way is funds. They're out there, you just have to find them.

thank you Lei, no i dont mind. thank you very much for al this information it is really helping us out

Originally Posted by xocats

If this was not an accident ( how could it be) and other kitties in your area have been shot at, your local newspapers & TV stations need to be notified ASAP. People need to be warned that there is a dangerous person on the loose. The media could also ask for others to come forward if they have had a pet attacked. The person responsible for this brutal attack on Casmo...must be stopped.

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Also, if you get the media involved maybe people would send in donations or something to help with the vet costs. You probably also have a lawsuit against the person who shot her, so maybe a vet would work on you based on that, knowing you'll eventually be able to pay.

My cat was attacked by a neighbor dog years ago, and the neighbor's insurance actually paid for the costs. Since it was a human who did it I don't think that would be an option in your case but if your parents have home owner's insurance you could check. What a sad story

OMG how horrible! The person that did this; his day is coming.

Lots of vibes heading Casmo's way. And I pray for comfort for you and your family as you decided what is best for your sweet girl.

OMG, I'm soooo terribly sorry for Casmo! I have no idea how humans can be so cruel!!! Here are some others to contact if you need emergency funds for your kitty to be treated at that hospital.

Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program
eMail at [email protected], by mail at FVEAP, 1641 Elizabeth Lane, Yuba City, CA 95993 or FAX at (888)301-4264.

www.imom.org

Here's a whole list of organizations that might be able to help
http://www.imom.org/fa/others.htm

And this one too
http://www.aahahelpingpets.org/home/...id=5&Itemid=42

I truly hope your Casmo will be fine and gets the use of her legs back. You have my prayers and hugs!!

Lora

I'm so sorry to hear of what happened. Please continue to update us.