Pilling the cat: 100 easy steps

[Supersimpkin]

No.

Weezolcat met a neighbour's boy cat in the hallway. He approached face on, head down, all submissive like.

She smacked him in the face and told him to fuck off.

Good for Weezol cat, saves you having to tell them to fuck off at a later date.

Appparently the frightful new incumbent of no 10 has led to 'predictable tension' with Larry the Real PM. BoJo's new puppy has caused umbrage.

I wouldn't fancy that terrier's chances with Weezolcat.

In bed with Mr C, lovely and warm.

Larry will win.

Have had a JRT. On one of our regular walks we passed the end of the driveway belonging to Boss Cat. Boss Cat ruled her postcode with an iron paw in a delightfully chic velvet glove.

Dog on extending lead made a mad dash for Boss Cat before I could lock the lead. Boss Cat remained bolt upright approx 2cm away from dog, who was by this point galloping on the spot. Boss Cat then smacked dog smartly on the snout and said 'Get orf one's land' as I reeled in said dog.

Dog wasn't daft - didn't try it a second time and even after Boss Cat moved he'd always give the drive a wide berth and serious side eye.

Poached chicken for Mr C.

Found it all gone when I got back. Result.

Poor little cat was mewing with pain, crying out for me. He's been sick and is now lying down. Thoughts? Only a bit of sinew came up, no bone.

He cried so pitifully.

Ohhh, I don’t know, Lana. Chicken can have tough bits and tiny bones in it which might have scratched his throat or been hard to swallow.
Poor Mr C. How does he seem now?

Maybe try him with a little milk?

I've just checked. He's not dead. He's still feeling really sick though, retching a bit.

Trouble is, it's hell getting him to eat and drink, and then he throws it all up. My heart sinks when I clear up liquid puke, he gets so terribly dehydrated. He won't even lick my finger with nice fresh water on it.

I was so hopeful he would eat poached chicken. He's so thin and weak. His fur is spiky even tho I groomed him yesterday.

I guess this is the drip-drip-drip of the endgame. I don't want him to think that, though. I have remained cheery all night, checking on him every now and then.

I wish I knew what, if anything, could be done.

Have you tried purées my cat food and feeding it to him on your fingers? I did this for a cat I was cat sitting for and he found it easier to eat

Puréeing his cat food

I'm going to sleep in this room with him. I will ring Nurse Lee in the morning.

Maybe some cat soup? Let him sleep with you, you will both feel better

Thanks, both those worked in the past, but evidently not this time.

He won't touch catfood at the mo. I mean, he's always known I'm a soft touch in that respect, but recently I've been doing 10 different feeds a day in an attempt to get him to eat. The saddest thing is that he's not playing me :(

He has accepted a small pillow and is dozing under the table. When I said hello in cat a few minutes ago his tail went flicky with happiness, very slightly.

We could both use some rest. Night all, kip well.

Hope you get some sleep, Lana, and that tomorrow brings better news x

It sounds like you’ve got a hard decision to make this week Super

I read all the leaflets last night. I can't bear the thought of losing him, let alone finishing him off. He's half of me, really.

But he deserves the best. Tossed and turned.

Mr C came into the bedroom, saw I had no snack, wobbled out without saying good night. His golden eyes were dimmed and bleary,

This morning I pulled the M&S Butter Basted Chicken out, at £1 a slice. Mr C was asleep, but I thought I'd try it.

A huge furry lump flew over my head and snatched the slice out of my hand!!!!!!!

My tiny little prince, his spirit is aflame.

He's only eaten a bit. He hung onto one end growling while I chopped it up.

I'll see what Nurse Lee says. The worst thing is that most cats need putting down, they don't die naturally at home in bed with a snack and a cuddle on tap, which is what I want for him.

To be really black, I've already looked into sorting this out. There is a vet service where they come to your home and I reckon if I paid them enough they'd do it in the night. I can be with him.

Oh Lana. My heart breaks for you.
They say better too soon than too late with cats though.
But see what Nurse Lee advises.
At least Mr C has had a little of something nice to eat.

We've just had a chin rub and a little stroke.

I tried not to let him see I was crying but a few tears leaked out. At least they didn't go on his fur.

Lana, mr. C.... sending you many many hugs...

This is the worst bit isn’t it?. At least his appetites returned.

He eats better than any human I know.

Lana, I'm so sorry.

I know nothing will help, but I do know of someone who had her cat put to sleep at home and she said that it was a peaceful experience and that her darling boy was given some sort of cat opiate first so they were in a state of relaxed oblivion.

Of course, that didn't help her darkness afterward, but she knew he went in peace and that it was the right time.

You are all helping, believe me. You keep me going. Thank you all so much.

Spart that is the best info ever.

Mr C has had a drink and now appears a lot better than he was last night, ie no screaming with pain and his eyes have stopped being so dilated. I haven't rung the vet, he's exhausted, and I don't want to take him in, too stressy for him. I'll ring later if he gets some kip.

Just about to email work to tell them I'm taking the week off on petcare leave. He likes me around.

Lana - if you do call the at home vet I suggest the following.

1. Ask Nurse Lee for recommendations as to which vet has a good reputation.
2. Research them on line to see their reviews.

I've known two people to do this. One had a 'no fuss' vet that was right for her and the other had one who was more 'spiritual'. You will need to find one whose approach will work for you.

Perhaps NL will talk you through what will happen?

I know this is awful, but it did help my friend to know in advance what to expect.

Take care.

And all the best to Mr C. I am so pleased that his pain has passed.

Sending you love and strength Lana. 💐