Thank you so much for helping this little sweetheart. I hope she starts eating on her own again, she has been through so much...
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took in a stray, with complications.
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Yes, eating litter is a sign of anemia. That was the first symptom Tuxie exhibited.
What deworming meds are you using? I'm wondering why a topical wasn't used for her? Either way, deworming meds are a poison (to kill the parasites) and a (very) sick kitty can be affected by them.
I'm glad you're getting food and water down her - that is imperative.
But with her anemia, she can go down hill rapidly. If this were us, we'd be at the emergency vet.
What deworming meds are you using? I'm wondering why a topical wasn't used for her? Either way, deworming meds are a poison (to kill the parasites) and a (very) sick kitty can be affected by them.
I'm glad you're getting food and water down her - that is imperative.
But with her anemia, she can go down hill rapidly. If this were us, we'd be at the emergency vet.
I second a trip to the emergency vet. She might need some sub-q fluids and liquid nutrition. Since she's not eating and drinking normally, the toxins from her own body plus the dewormer may be building up in her system and they need to be flushed out.
To help keep her warm, you can make a rice sock. Take an old tube sock and fill partly with rice. Tie it off, warm it up in the microwave for a few minutes, then place it next to her.
To help keep her warm, you can make a rice sock. Take an old tube sock and fill partly with rice. Tie it off, warm it up in the microwave for a few minutes, then place it next to her.
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I found her unloved, sick, and cold. I gave her everything I could within my means. She held on so tight, fighting as hard as I fought. But she was too hurt inside to continue.
One of the sweetest animals I ever came across - cute, shy, sometimes unruly and stuborn. But loved to be held by her dad, and in the end, that's how she left - in my arms.
It's so sad to try so hard for something as beautiful as her, only to watch it slowly fade.
Past day and a half,Sadie stopped eating, drinking, and looking around. Poor thing scooted her butt over her bed, just to go pee. She couldn't stand, or keep her head up and everything shook on her, I knew it was only a matter of time.She was kept warm, hydrated, and fed, but I still couldn't stop mother nature, so be it.
I put her in the car to the emergency vet, she didnt move an inch the whole way. Vet grabbed her instantly, put her on oxygen, and gave me a choice. I was told she had maybe an hour left. So, I took as much of that time with her to hold her and keep her warm. She was loved and cared for the last 10 days of her life, up to the last second, I was by her side.
She was euthanized tonight around 8:45
Goodnight Sadie girl
Love,
Dad.
Thank you everyone, you all were wonderful, God bless.
One of the sweetest animals I ever came across - cute, shy, sometimes unruly and stuborn. But loved to be held by her dad, and in the end, that's how she left - in my arms.
It's so sad to try so hard for something as beautiful as her, only to watch it slowly fade.
Past day and a half,Sadie stopped eating, drinking, and looking around. Poor thing scooted her butt over her bed, just to go pee. She couldn't stand, or keep her head up and everything shook on her, I knew it was only a matter of time.She was kept warm, hydrated, and fed, but I still couldn't stop mother nature, so be it.
I put her in the car to the emergency vet, she didnt move an inch the whole way. Vet grabbed her instantly, put her on oxygen, and gave me a choice. I was told she had maybe an hour left. So, I took as much of that time with her to hold her and keep her warm. She was loved and cared for the last 10 days of her life, up to the last second, I was by her side.
She was euthanized tonight around 8:45
Goodnight Sadie girl
Love,
Dad.
Thank you everyone, you all were wonderful, God bless.
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I am so sorry to hear she couldnt win this battle, but she was lucky to have been found by you and given every possible opportunity, sometimes loving them and setting them free is the only thing we can do for them. RIP little one.
I've been reading your posts with interest. I'm so sorry for the sad ending. This is the most difficult part of being a pet owner. You did all you could. Bless you and may she rest in peace at the rainbow bridge.
I'm so saddened to read this! What a beautiful, beautiful tribute to sweet Sadie. You gave her all you had and she knew love and comfort at the end of her life. Bless you for caring and taking her in.
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First off, Thank you all for you heartfelt responses. The support here has been absolutely wonderful.
Now, my 3yr old boy cat (chloe) is depressed. I know him like a book, and he is not sick, just a little sad. He keeps looking for Sadie. Every weird noise he hears, he runs to it and is looking for her. He's still eating, but leaves some in his bowl. I swear he is leaving food for Sadie, cause she always tried to eat his stuff too. Oh man, here I go again, but I'm wondering if adopting a new sister for Chloe would be the right answer.
Although, he may not welcome a new one, cause it's not Sadie's scent. I'm sure he'll be fine, but you can just tell by his actions that he misses her.
Again, thank you everyone for your support and kindness. The world would be such a great place if strangers were as kind as you.
Dave
RIP Sadie
Now, my 3yr old boy cat (chloe) is depressed. I know him like a book, and he is not sick, just a little sad. He keeps looking for Sadie. Every weird noise he hears, he runs to it and is looking for her. He's still eating, but leaves some in his bowl. I swear he is leaving food for Sadie, cause she always tried to eat his stuff too. Oh man, here I go again, but I'm wondering if adopting a new sister for Chloe would be the right answer.
Although, he may not welcome a new one, cause it's not Sadie's scent. I'm sure he'll be fine, but you can just tell by his actions that he misses her.
Again, thank you everyone for your support and kindness. The world would be such a great place if strangers were as kind as you.
Dave
RIP Sadie
I think it's a great idea to get another cat, but you might want to post a message in the general forum for input from others who are more experienced. Also, if you'd like, you can post a tribute to Sadie in the Crossing the Bridge forum, if you haven't done so already.
You tried so hard and she held on. My heart truly goes out to you. She knows you tried to save her. Bless you.
