My little old lady cat threw up blood today.

[hickman1937]

She is a rescue. the vet(2years ago) said that she'd had a rough life.
Some jerk declawed her, then set her out to fend for herself. She's missing an ear(the vet said frostbite) and has advanced gum disease, and missing teeth. They can't see her tonight, and I have to call tomorrow morning at 8am to see if they have any cancelations. Please send Twitch some good thoughts or prayers.

[flamingyouth]

1. I will definitely

That sounds very serious indeed. :(:hug:

On edit - do you have any emergency vets nearby?

[hickman1937]

5. I'm trying to find one.

I was out all day, and my son just told me.

[beam me up scottie]

2. I am sending all my good thoughts.

Did the vet not seem worried? Is it possible she might just have worms?

[hickman1937]

6. I could only talk to the receptionist, and she sounded harried. n/t

[KittyWampus]

3. I Will Send Twitch Some Positive Vibes. Can She Eat Or Drink?

[KittyWampus]

11. How Is Twitchy?

[hickman1937]

23. Thats the wierd part, she was still eating and drinking

The day before. Not much, but a little. Thanks for your good wishes.

[shesemsmom]

4. Healling prayers and vibes headed your way.

I hope you can get her straighted up.

[hickman1937]

25. Thank you so much. She was just too old, and had had too hard

of a life for too long. Thats what the vet said anyway.

[Sanity Claws]

7. Poor kitty

Does she seem frightened? Is she allowing people to go near her? I'm just thinking that she probably needs some comforting, as well as good vet care.
I wish you and Twitch the best.

[hickman1937]

8. She's in her favorite spot on the loveseat.

I had her in my lap, but she couldn't get comfortable. I think she's waiting for my son to get home.

[serryjw]

9. I hate to see any furrbaby sick BUT

she had such a hard life...My prayers are with both of you, keep us posted.

[hickman1937]

28. Thanks for the prayers. She's not in any pain now.

She never has to be hungry, cold or scared again.

[demnan]

10. I'm so sorry

I'm sure she is grateful for the love and protection you have provided for her. I hope that whatever happens, you all will find peace with it. It sounds like she has already. Hugs for you all tonight. :hug:

[hickman1937]

29. Thanks demnan.

My son held her save while the vet eased her out.

[Shredr]

12. Poor Little Thing

It's now Wednesday, so I hope she got in and they can take care of her.

Please update us when you get a chance.

[hickman1937]

13. Sorryfor taking so long to get back.

Thank you everyone. She didn't make it. She had a large mass in her stomach and her kidneys were shutting down, and she was in a lot of pain. We were kind of destroyed here yesterday. Although we only had her 3 years, she became one of us. I just don't know how she could have gotten so sick, and we didn't notice. Poor little girl. My cable took a dump right after I posted the thread which is why I couldn't reply to everyone. Thank you all.

[Sanity Claws]

14. My condolences

I'm sorry to hear of your loss. It sounds like you folks gave her the best years of her life.

[hickman1937]

16. Thank you. I hope so.

That's what the vet said. We didn't have to work very hard to beat her previous life. Kindness, food, and a safe place.

[KittyWampus]

15. Rest In Peace Twitchy. I Am Glad She Had Such A Loving Owner

here's a hug :hug:

Animals are amazing... how they cope with pain and not show it sometimes.

[hickman1937]

18. It scares me, I should have noticed something.

She only slowed down eating about Sunday. Tuesday night she was still eating a little.

[auntAgonist]

24. Should haves

and could haves ... don't do that to yourself :)


:hug:

[auntAgonist]

17. Here is another hug

:hug: I'm sorry that you have gone through this loss.

[hickman1937]

21. Thank you auntAgonist.

I guess this is the down side of sharing your life with the little ones. God, their lives are short. I wonder if it ever gets any easier.

[auntAgonist]

22. I wonder too .. if it gets easier.

I think the pain diminishes and the memories grow stronger. At least that's what I hope happens. Give yourself time, cherish the purrs and scratches and antics of your dear pet.

aA

[flamingyouth]

19. I'm so sorry

Bless your hearts for taking this sweet kitty in and giving her a good life for three years! You did a wonderful thing by caring for her. Thinking of you makes a tear come to my eye too. :cry::hug:

[hickman1937]

26. Thank you so much, but it really wasn't a lot that we did.

I really wish we could have done more, or found her earlier, or something. It just feels like so little.

[flamingyouth]

27. You gave her a safe haven and lots of love

You did a lot, trust me. :hug:

[crispini]

20. Awww...

:hug:

[Left Is Write]

30. I'm sorry for your loss.

I know it hurts.

:hug:

[hickman1937]

31. My son hurts the worst.

He was the best friend Twitch had. He found her and paid the most attention to her, and he's the one that held her safe while the vet eased her out. I was a mess, out sniffing and upsetting the other pet owners in the waiting room.