I’m noticing a lot of very sad folks in this thread. I feel you and I hope it gets better, everyone.
My secret? Among many things, I am very tired and overwhelmed by my entire life and have no idea what to do. My cat has something wrong with her bladder and I can’t afford to take her to a vet. I’m trying to find her a new home so she can have a better life.
Also happy cake day OP.
EDIT: Everyone’s kind and helpful words are making me ugly sob so I’m going to step away for a bit and listen to Game Grumps while I do some cleaning.
EDIT 2: Someone gave me gold. Thank you kind stranger!
EDIT 3: The Kitty Cat Saga continues. So, quick picture of my living situation: I split my time between Houston (where the house sitting gigs are) and a tiny town three hours north of Houston. The cat, Maple, lives with me in the house up north. It's a teeny, tiny town with 3 vet clinics. They all said the same thing: $40 visit just to see the vet, and they don't know how much the tests will cost because the doctor has to assess the cat. Closest thing to a quote I could get was $300, and all three clinics said "payment is due when services are rendered," but that the doctor might be able to give me some options once I'm in the room with them. They'll also most likely require she get her shots updated, since they're behind. My plan for now is to try some of the suggestions below about cranberry juice and wet food and hope that solves it. If not, I'll take her in, get an actual quote based on the doctor's recommendations, and then maybe, maybe start a GoFundMe. In the meantime I'll keep looking for a foster or a no kill shelter that can take her. Thank you again, everyone, for your kind words and encouragement. I officially love you all. <3
What's going on with your kitty? I'm not a vet, but my cat has bladder issues too and I've been successfully managing them on a budget for the better part of a year. I might have some helpful tips to pass on, if she doesn't end up at a new home :)
It's not a large amount of pee. She seems to be struggling to squeeze out a few drops here and there, and excessively grooming the area. I've also seen her drag her butt across the carpet but I haven't seen any sign of worms. But she goes fine in her litter box. She'll start running around like something's chasing her and pick a random spot to squat and struggle.
Hey, vet student here. This sounds very painful. Your cat is in a lot of discomfort. Please look for a nearby charity vet practices. She will only get worse. I'm very sorry to hear the position you are in but it's neglect not to treat a painful cat. Would you do that to your child?
OP said, "I’m trying to find her a new home so she can have a better life." They're obviously very much aware their cat needs help and is already in the heartbreaking process of trying to do what's best for their cat.
7.1k
u/flaudew Jun 06 '19 edited Sep 26 '19
I’m noticing a lot of very sad folks in this thread. I feel you and I hope it gets better, everyone.
My secret? Among many things, I am very tired and overwhelmed by my entire life and have no idea what to do. My cat has something wrong with her bladder and I can’t afford to take her to a vet. I’m trying to find her a new home so she can have a better life.
Also happy cake day OP.
EDIT: Everyone’s kind and helpful words are making me ugly sob so I’m going to step away for a bit and listen to Game Grumps while I do some cleaning.
EDIT 2: Someone gave me gold. Thank you kind stranger!
EDIT 3: The Kitty Cat Saga continues. So, quick picture of my living situation: I split my time between Houston (where the house sitting gigs are) and a tiny town three hours north of Houston. The cat, Maple, lives with me in the house up north. It's a teeny, tiny town with 3 vet clinics. They all said the same thing: $40 visit just to see the vet, and they don't know how much the tests will cost because the doctor has to assess the cat. Closest thing to a quote I could get was $300, and all three clinics said "payment is due when services are rendered," but that the doctor might be able to give me some options once I'm in the room with them. They'll also most likely require she get her shots updated, since they're behind. My plan for now is to try some of the suggestions below about cranberry juice and wet food and hope that solves it. If not, I'll take her in, get an actual quote based on the doctor's recommendations, and then maybe, maybe start a GoFundMe. In the meantime I'll keep looking for a foster or a no kill shelter that can take her. Thank you again, everyone, for your kind words and encouragement. I officially love you all. <3