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Tiny kitten, it's like caring for a toddler...

CrazyKittyLvr2 — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 18:25:36 GMT

We got all the outside cats fixed except one that had 3 kittens. Found homes for 2 and the third got injured climbing a tree next to the porch. Friday night DD noticed a gash, not real deep or big on her stomach. Must have fallen in the tree and caught something pointy.

She took her to emergency vet and 3 hrs. and an arm and a leg later she was in the house in a large cat carrier. Sent home with antibiotics and pain meds. Said to limit her activity. Yeah, right.

DD got an outdoor fence thing meant for small dogs. It's in my LR with a 2 lb. kitten in it. Of course, DD got a cat bed, pink no less, some toys. She is eating and drinking. Takes the meds fine. Dear God, she's busy. Climbed out this am. Up the stairs. We put an old sheet over the fence and used alligator clips to anchor it so she can't escape again. Doesn't look great but she's safe.

Will have to find her a home when she heals. My sister said no to finding her a home as she already bonded with us. My 11 yr. old cat is not happy at all.

It's like chasing a toddler around. I must say for a 8 or 9 week old feral cat she is very friendly. Loves to be held too. Usually they are nothing but claws and teeth.

Such as been our weekend.

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MalteseMomma — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 18:29:31 GMT

awwww ........keep her ,she deserves a good home <3

btw......what better way to spend a weekend <3

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LillyBee2 — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 18:44:38 GMT

Me thinks she found her forever home! Sometimes you choose and sometimes they choose, and I think she choses you! Sister is right! Post pic!

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CrazyKittyLvr2 — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 19:06:10 GMT

@LillyBee2 I am technically challanged and don't know how to post pic. She is black with white on her legs and white on her face. She has a black spot on her nose. She is cute as as bug and she was always the bravest of the 3 kittens. The other 2 scatter when anyone goes on the porch. She would just sit and watch you.

Man my cat's nose is out of joint. She won't even come in the LR. You can't explain that she is hurt and needs to be inside.

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kze — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 19:09:05 GMT

Yep, she's home!!!

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LillyBee2 — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 19:12:19 GMT

@CrazyKittyLvr2 Aww she sounds adorable! I hope they can get used to each other, may take a little bit of time. I adopted 3 cats, a Mama and 2 babies, not feral - just abandoned. They were already bonded together so I kept them together. Your other cat will come around.I'll bet some folks here have some great ideas on how to get them accepting each other.

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CrazyKittyLvr2 — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 19:29:53 GMT

@LillyBee2 About 5 yrs. ago I brought in an orange male about 7 weeks old. He was the best cat. He thought everyone who came to the house was here to see him. He wanted to be friends with my cat and shewanted nothing to do with him. She never hurt him but she never made friends with him.

We had to put him down when he was 9 mos old. He had congestive heart failure.

She has never been a friendly cat and at 11 she is really set in her ways.

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Annabellethecat66 — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 19:46:01 GMT

@CrazyKittyLvr2 I loved reading your post. I've adopted many cats over the years. (They all found me except these last 2, I picked them.

My girl cat (Katie) never climbs or does much at all. She won't let me get close to her and it's been (now) over 7 years. But it is what it is....

Bill is another story. He follows me everywhere and climbs on everything and I mean everything.

I've mentioned here that he's constantly looking at the ceiling fan (like, "Can I jump it"? Ha!

I know it probably bothers the older cat but it can be a positive thing because it MIGHT (and that's a big might) get the older cat moving a little more.

I'm convinced, just like people, some cats become friends and some.....well...not so much.

Katie and Bill used to be inseparable. However, as they've gotten older (they're now about 12) they kinda do their own thing.

Since Bill is constantly with me everywhere, and Katie can't stand me, it's obvious. I always say it's a good thing I adopted her because anyone else would have 'returned' her. She's single-handily ruined my wall to wall carpets by puking up and nothing on this earth gets the stains totally out. But I do love her so.............

Keep coming back and let us know how your baby is doing. So, tell me....have you named her? Hummmm????

The reason I ask is because that's a sure sign that baby girl is there to stay at your house.

I'm sorry, I don't mean to laugh because goodness knows I've been where you are. I've always ended up keeping them.

Dollars to donuts....I'll bet you keep her? You are so sweet and I love reading your posts. Send us more little stories.

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chrystaltree — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 19:54:39 GMT

You can't fight it...LOL That kitty is yours and you are her's. She has her forever home.

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haddon9 — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 19:55:15 GMT

She sounds sweet!

Right now I'm kitty sitting my DD's two 6 month old kittens for a week. They are adorable and very affectionate. I've been keeping them with their things in a spare room upstairs. They have two windows to sit by and lots of toys. I don't want them getting into mischief around the house. I come in to feed & play several times a day.

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CrazyKittyLvr2 — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 20:41:13 GMT

@Annabellethecat66 No we named her yet. We never offically name the outside strays we feed. We refer to them by their description. One orange one was Marmalade. A calico with a stub tail was Stubbers. We do that so we know who did or didn't show up at meal time. This one was usually high up on a planter, big as brass. DD would ask her "You think your a big deal don't you".

Right now she is sitting on DD's chest watching her Ipad. Oh, DD came home from Walmart with a small stuffed squirrel so she has a buddy in her bed.

Yeah, I'm afraid she's home.

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ScenicMaine — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 20:44:28 GMT

@CrazyKittyLvr2

Thank you for being the guardian of all your neighborhood kitties.

Esp. the little tyke in your livingroom. I hope she heals well & you're able to find a loving home for her.

I can relate to your own cat not accepting others. My 2 girls were like that years ago as well. They stayed in the rafters in the basement & we had to feed & water them down there. What a nightmare.

The Angels are looking over you & DH for all the good you're doing.

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Annabellethecat66 — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 20:48:50 GMT

@CrazyKittyLvr2 You keep making me smile today. I can just see your daughter sitting with the kitty in her lap.....

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CrazyKittyLvr2 — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 21:01:26 GMT

@ScenicMaine DH passed away in May, you had no way to know that. He loved to watch the kittens we had over the years. He is probably just shaking his head over us having this big fenced in area in the LR for this little furball.

Dear God, I just looked at her area. Toys, her new pink bed with her stuffed animal waiting, food and water area. Litter etc. Two adult women waiting on her hand and paw. She has it made.

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Kachina624 — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 21:12:23 GMT

@CrazyKittyLvr2. There are instructions for posting pictures in "Welcome Get Started" in the menu in the left column of this page. We know you are smart enough to read and follow instructions. We want to see kitty pictures! Once you "get it", there will be no holding you back 'cause it's fun and enhances your board ecperience.

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ScenicMaine — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 21:16:07 GMT

@CrazyKittyLvr2

My sincere apology for this mistake. I think I honestly mixed up DH for DD.

I'm so sorry for the passing of your husband. I believe you're right that he's looking down upon you all. Not just now, but each & every day.

If this sweet girl becomes a new member of your home, I hope your other cat is accepting of her & will show her love. She may even capture his/her heart as she has both you & DD.

Sending you prayers & hugs.

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CrazyKittyLvr2 — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 21:31:05 GMT

@ScenicMaine No apology necessary. I hope my cat comes around but if not there is plenty of room for both of them.

I just glanced over and DD is tipped back in a recliner asleep with the kitten sprawled across her chest asleep too.

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NickNack — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 22:24:06 GMT

It sounds like the kitten's accident is the best thing that could have happened to her. She's now found a loving home and will not have to live outside and be a feral cat. I'm happy for the kitten and your family.

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jannabelle1 — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 22:36:54 GMT

I've thoroughly enjoyed reading about the adventures of this little furball in your home! Bless you and your daughter for taking her in, although I doubt it surprises any of us here! BTW - I also enjoy your "Bill" stories. Take care and enjoy your new little toddler!

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MoonieBaby — Mon, 23 Sep 2019 14:14:33 GMT

RetiredLegal....

THANK YOU FOR CARING SO MUCH ABOUT THE LESS FORTUNATE ANIMAL FRIENDS!

YOU'RE AWESOME.

Please try to get her an indoor home if you can - find a loving, caring, kind and sweet family that has time and love in their heart for her....it seems as if you really don't have the energy to be chasing after another (energizerbunny go-go-go kitten) and I can't say I blame you.

You have done an exceptional job in caring for her - but alas - she is not a good fit for you (by your own observation) - I'm sure someone as kind and humane and generous as you, must have like minded friends.....find her a home in their family.

God Bless you and your ANGELKINDNESS shown to her.