Rescued Amber kitten is in animal hospital with an infection(?). We've only had her four days!

[MissingKittyCat]

Think I'm going for the hat trick on threads in The Litter Tray.

I posted about my cat getting killed by the neighbours dog.
A week later I posted about our beautiful new rescue kitten.
Four days later, she's in animal hospital.

She went downhill fast today. Wouldn't play, constantly asleep, wasn't purring, didn't want to cuddle, wouldn't eat despite prompting. All she wanted to do was curl up in my cashmere cardigan and deep sleep.

I knew she wasn't right earlier but thought I was being paranoid and anxious due to my nana dying recently and kitty getting killed.

Realised my intuition was screaming and got her into the emergency vet who sent us to the animal hospital. She's dehydrated, has a very high temp and needs antibiotics and IV fluids. I got her there in time, she still had a bit of fight left in her. So relieved I didn't leave it until morning!

I'm terrified. The vet can't say if she'll be ok. She's all skin and bone really, she's tiny. The rescue lady said she was about 8 weeks but none of us agree. She said if anything was wrong to take her back to the shelter rather than the vet as the bills would be too high. I took her to the vet anyway. The insurance won't kick in for a couple of weeks so I am going to be hit hard but I just want her better

I can't lose her too. Has anybody been through this? Please tell me she'll be alright.

Oh god

so sorry. so very very sorry.

sweet dreams amber.

xx

Cozie within 3 months I've lost my nan, my favourite cat and my favourite kitten. I know you can't compare a human to a vet but I loved them all. I kind of hope the '3' thing is true because now it might be over. Every time DD gets ill I get extremely anxious that this is it. She's a miracle, I sometimes wonder if she's on borrowed time. If I didn't have death paranoia before, I probably do now.

I am having a terrible run of luck with life at the moment. Although things could be worse.

So sorry

A cat, not a vet. Obviously. A vet is human.

Human or animal, it's a sadness. I actually had a little tear for the wee girl 20 minutes ago and that's not usual for me. Remember

No man is an island entire of itself; every man
is a piece of the continent, a part of the main;
if a clod be washed away by the sea, Europe
is the less, as well as if a promontory were, as
well as any manner of thy friends or of thine
own were; any man's death diminishes me,
because I am involved in mankind.
And therefore never send to know for whom
the bell tolls; it tolls for thee.

I think it applies to cats and other animals as well, daft though that may sound to some people.

I'm really sorry to read this. Such a cruel thing to happen.

aww xx sending a hug missing

take comfort from the fact you did everything you could to give her a happy life.rip amber x

Such kind words and s lovely verse cozie. She had a family full of love and lots of toys and comfort in her short stay with us.

I'd do it all again if I had to. Life is precious.

Life is indeed precious. Very precious - and that's part of the thrust of Donne' poem.

Thinking of you all today.

{{{{Big Hug}}}}

Sooooo sorry to hear this, but Missing, you are an absolute

My thoughts are with you, & much love XXXX

So sorry Missing I am so sad to read this - lots of people were rooting for her. I will light a little candle for her today.

No -one could possibly have done more than you did. Amber was loved and she would have known that people were helping her. She would have enjoyed all the cuddles and attention you gave her.

So sorry, Missing. Such a heartbreaking few days (and the last few months) you've had.

So sorry to hear that, Missing. You did so much for her, and she was able to pass away not in pain or discomfort or alone. You're dealing with the third lot of grief now in a short space of time, please look after yourself and allow yourself as much time as it takes.

So sorry Missing. You gave her comfort and shelter and love in her little life. She didn't die alone, wandering in the fields. I too shed a tear for her, then started to cry again at that lovely poem Cozie quoted.

And yes, please be kind to yourself. Have a snuggle under a blanket with DD.

These people are there to help you come to terms with your losses.

RIP little Amber.

So sorry to hear this xxx

I'm so sorry to hear this, missing

Today is the first time I have read this thread, and I was just waiting for the moment when you would say she was better. The post with the unfortunate news hit me like a truck, I was just so certain Amber was going to live.

But I guess life isn't always happy endings. At least she knew love before she left - so she got to know that there is good in the world.

I'm sat at my desk trying not to cry.

What a shame, I'm so sorry, everyone was rooting for her

You did everything you could and she'll have known that and, as you rightly say, she knew the love of a family at last and wasn't alone.

Oh no, I'm so sorry missing

Amber was the first thing I thought of this morning, you gave her so much in such a short space of time. She would never have known love otherwise

I've been to see her. She didn't look like herself. As my nana didn't when I went to see her. I didn't go see Kitty and regret it so went to see Amber for her sake rather than mine. I gave her head a stroke and told her we were sorry, that she was loved and how beautiful she is. I gave her her little mouse and ribbon, covered her back up, washed my hands and left. I was acutely aware that her poor little body had been ravaged by germs so wanted to limit my contact. I was doing really well until I pushed my pin in to pay. Broke down completely and ran out. They must see it all the time but I could see all the staff felt for me.

I hate death in all its guises. I wish we could have helped her! I'm so angry but I don't know what at!

I knew this was coming. I could smell that she wasn't right before she started showing symptoms. I shrugged it off as paranoia. I knew she'd die 2 days ago, the vet vehemently disagreed. I knew last night would be the last time I saw her. Again, ignored it.

I wish she hadn't come home because I saw her suffering so nobody can tell me she didn't. At least she will have been pain free and warm at the end (I hope).

We've been advised to not get another kitten for a couple of months to let any potential germs dissipate. Not that I want another - this is too much. And I have to clean, obviously. BoyCat is in at his vet next week to make sure he's alright. He wouldn't go near her and left whichever room she was in, I'm certain he knew too.

When Kitty died, I wanted to look at all my pictures of her instantly. To surround myself with animals. Now I want to hide/throw it all away, every toy, bowls, everything. If I could ship boy out for a couple of weeks I would. Can't stand being around cat things right now.

I'm wishing I was a hard faced cow with a cold heart because then maybe things wouldn't upset me so much. Poor little Amber. Nature can be so bloody cruel.

I know how tough it is, but give yourself some time then perhaps consider homing another cat or kitten. There's so many out there who bring love into your home and need a lovely home. They do help you heal and lift your spirits. You were really unlucky to have been given such a sick kitten. This doesn't usually happen.

I'm so sorry for you. There are no words. You did your absolute best. Take care x

You gave this unloved kitten love and care when it needed it. My best wishes and deepest sympathies to you. You are an amazing person.

I'm so sorry to hear this, poor Amber you did all you could for her.
I know now is not the time and maybe you feel it never will be but I feel the rescue have some questions to answer about their care and rehoming of such a tiny poorly kitten.
Wishing you gentle days and lots of hugs x

I do feel the shelter let her, and us, down badly. She didn't stand a chance. This time last week she had just arrived here, being all cute and pretty. Ugh.

The shelter did let you both down, but Amber was loved. All any of us can ask is that we are loved when the end comes.