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Calling Catneuterer!..and other Litter Tray Regs!

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crazynanna · 23/01/2014 19:21

I am working (on a rotation basis) for a few weeks at a North London Health Centre with a small block of flats next door. I have my coffee (and ciggie Blush) near the flats and their carpark. For the last couple of weeks, I have had the company of a beautiful tabby and white gorgeous boy, very vocal. Seen him most days, and the other day noticed he was lying in the small bush whilst it was raining. He immediately came to greet me, and I noticed the bush grass was very flattenend (making me think he was sleeping there) and a small plastic food and water bowl.

A lady came from the flats and said to me "oh, that's X's cat...she has been flooded out of her flat and is in a hotel, and can't take the cat. Someone is feeding him, and he is sleeping in the bush" I was a bit Hmm.

Next day coffee time, I met X. She said she 'inherited' him 3 years ago from the lady at 42, who didn't want him really, and she can't take him to the hotel, she has to come 8 miles every day to feed him, and is upset as he hates sleeping outside in the rain. Her flat is so badly damaged, she doesn't think she can return, and wants to rehome the cat. He's 8 but looks much younger and is well cared for. She mentioned rehoming to original owner, who is not keen, but won't take him back.

This is breaking my heart. I got to work an hour early today, made a shelter from a cardboard box with black bags for rain, with a high plastic cushion and blanket. Brought feeding bowls and food, and I am going to feed him every day (will go on weekends too). He is so miserable and sad looking, and my girl will hate him, as she hates all cats.

Help!!!! What shall I do?

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Sparklingbrook · 27/01/2014 19:27

I think he will be back too. Don't think the worst. x

crazynanna · 27/01/2014 19:31

I am so so hoping he does. Poor Stanley. He's gone from crisis to crisis, now in a strange area. I hope he's ok

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cozietoesie · 27/01/2014 19:36

As I said before, I reckon Stanley is a survivor. There's more than a small chance that he'll return though - because he wants to.

crazynanna · 27/01/2014 19:41

My colleague reckons he may find his way back to his block of flats...but 2/3 miles away? But he is smart, remember he's 8 and been an outdoorsy cat all that time.

Please keep everything crossed. Smile

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cozietoesie · 27/01/2014 19:42

Certainly will.

thecatneuterer · 27/01/2014 19:42

He's more likely to go back to them, where he's just been in a nice home and fed well.

Have you mentioned to them about leaving food out at all times?

cozietoesie · 27/01/2014 19:42

PS - 2/3 miles is well within ranging distance for a streetwise tom.

crazynanna · 27/01/2014 19:46

Yes TCN..she has had his food out on the garden step since he bolted. And his litter tray. She is so upset. So am I. I can't stop thinking about him, and my tummy is doing somersaults

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cozietoesie · 27/01/2014 19:50

That's to be expected - but as I said, remember, he's just out on the razzle right now. He could very well be fine and just having a little roam.

crazynanna · 27/01/2014 19:52

Yes, you're right cozie. It's early days yet in relation to going missing. I hope she's ok. Will give her a call soon.

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cozietoesie · 27/01/2014 20:01

Good idea.

And you can always come here to have a yell at the gods.

crazynanna · 27/01/2014 20:07

Thank you Smile

Will obviously let you need immediately if I get some news.

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timtam23 · 27/01/2014 20:40

Oh crazy. I so hope you all get some good news soon. Tell your colleague to keep looking for him and keep the publicity going

Come on Stanley! You need to come home now!

crazynanna · 27/01/2014 21:30

OMG!!!!!! OMG!!!!!!

He had hidden himself in the house!!!! She has just messaged me!!! He came into the lounge and straight to kiss her!!!

She nearly had a cardiac arrest!!

Naughty cat
I am sooooo happy
He is a little shit

Grin Grin Grin

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Fluffycloudland77 · 27/01/2014 21:34

Thank god for that.

crazynanna · 27/01/2014 21:36

She left the back door open for about an hour when he scooted. He must have slinked back in and hid!

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Sparklingbrook · 27/01/2014 21:40

Brilliant! Tell her to put post it notes on all the doors with CAT! on. Phew.

crazynanna · 27/01/2014 21:42
Grin

I tell ya..this bloody cat is ageing me something chronic

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Sparklingbrook · 27/01/2014 21:42

At least you didn't have a sleepless night crazy.

crazynanna · 27/01/2014 21:46

I know Sparkling. I was expecting to watch the BBC News 24hourchannel again tonight. I am so bloody relieved. My colleague has spent the day putting up posters and knocking doors, and all the time he was snoring in one of the bloody rooms!!

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cozietoesie · 27/01/2014 21:47

Stanley knows when he's well off, eh?

I'm so relieved for everyone.

Smile
Sparklingbrook · 27/01/2014 21:47

Little whatsit. Grin

Fluffycloudland77 · 27/01/2014 21:49

I thought mine was lost once and rang dh crying the cat had jumped out the window & had OBVIOUSLY run off to die.

He was burrowed in a folded up duvet, oblivious to the distress.

crazynanna · 27/01/2014 21:50

Shit...the word you are looking for is little shit, sparkling! Grin

Thankyou cozie.. and thank you all of you for your support in this saga. I do not think I would still be in one piece if it were not for you lot

Thanks
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crazynanna · 27/01/2014 21:50

Grin fluffy

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