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Need to ask for a favor . . .

We rescue cats — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 16:29:21 GMT

One of our tuxedo cats, Fred, is not feeling well. He's been laying around more than usual, not eating much and he has not come to bed with us for a few days-he always sleeps between us. So I made an urgent appointment with the vet and will take him in tomorrow morning for a complete physical. Bloodwork, dental, x-rays, ultrasound etc. Fred is probably 16 years old, he showed up in our yard one day and eventually we adopted him. This is Fred waiting for the traffic jam to clear up when we were heading home from Florida this past spring!

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Goldengate8361 — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 16:32:04 GMT

Wishing Fred the best! So glad that beautiful baby found you and adopted you. Sending my best vibes to Fred.

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Venezia — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 16:33:03 GMT

@We rescue cats - What is the favor? Prayers for Fred to be okay? You've got them, if that's what you need.

It's so difficult when one of our beloved furbabies isn't well and we don't know what's wrong.

Let's hope this is just a couple of off days - just like we humans have!

Check back and let us know what you find out.

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Kachina624 — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 16:35:20 GMT

@We rescue cats. Fingers crossed for a good outcome for Fred at the vet.

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LindaSal — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 16:38:18 GMT

@We rescue cats Wishing you and Fred the very best! I'll add him to my Grand Fur Babies list, I say a little prayer for them everyday.

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catter70 — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 16:47:42 GMT

Praying for Fred to be well again.

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Sammycat1 — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 16:54:57 GMT

@We rescue cats Prayers being said immediately for the well traveled and cherished Fred. He couldn't be in better hands. Please keep us updated on him.

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BlueFinch — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 17:21:30 GMT

Thank you for adopting Fred and giving him a life of luxury, he'd never known. He looks like he's in charge of the trip on the dashboard.

I join the group in hoping that he will have a positive Vet visit and improvement. But, at 16, it's already a blessing that you made his senior years beautiful, through loving care.

Fred was lucky to find you. You have done, and continue to do the best for Fred. Whichever way it goes, never forget the positive impact you've had on his life.

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GingerHead — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 18:02:46 GMT

@We rescue cats

So sorry to hear that your little love isn't feeling well. I know for most of us when our little guys aren't feeling good it's the worst feeling and creates so much anxiety.

Let's hope that he's just feeling a little under the weather like we all do from time to time. Sending you all and little Fred healing vibes and hugs!

Now Little Fred (cutie) stop worrying your mom!

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Jo1313 — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 18:11:55 GMT

Hope it's nothing serious..had a similar issue with my 19 yr. old calico..after all the tests..the outcome was to give her a quarter teaspoon of Miralax mixed in her wet food..once a day..after 2 days she was back to her old lazy self..My vet said she's old and she doesn't move around like she used to..Hope that is all it is for Fred.

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FancyPhillyshopper — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 18:29:07 GMT

I have a senior cat as well-- she is almost eighteen, and I am monitoring her a lot.

I know cats can develop kidney problems, diabetes, hyperthyroidism and even cancer as they age--been there, done all of the above, sadly.

Unfortunately, some treatments can be extemely costly, and will not necessarily prolong the cat's life. Getting an expert opinion is critical--I go above and beyond my vet and visit a specialist as needed.

Yes, it is hard to see our pet babies feel unwell, but I agree with others that giving them a wonderful life for all of these years is a real achievement.

Best wishes with the vet appointment.

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kindred cats — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 19:19:35 GMT

My best wishes and blessing to you and your dear Fred. He is in our hearts.

ETA Fred is simply gorgeous. What a handsome guy!

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beach-mom — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 19:26:00 GMT

@We rescue cats - I'm sorry Fred doesn't seem to be doing well. I will echo what you said @FancyPhillyshopper.

I'll be waiting to see what your veterinarian says tomorrow. In the meantime if you have any general questions, DH is home and I'll be happy to ask him.

I will say a prayer for Fred and for you and the rest of Fred's human and feline family. (((HUGS)))

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Group 5 minus 1 — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 19:42:56 GMT

God will bless you for your kindness.

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We rescue cats — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 21:36:13 GMT

Thank you all for your good thoughts, we sure do appreciate them. Fred ate a bit more today so that made me feel a bit better, and he is in the same room with us so he isn't hiding or isolating. I'm being overly cautious I guess, we've lost 3 cats since Christmas, one was 26 years old but 2 of them were too young (8 and 5) but cancer took them.
Thank you again, fingers are crossed!

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OKPrincess — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 22:40:23 GMT

Prayers for sweet Fred 😻🙏🏻

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DSD2 — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 03:06:03 GMT

I just said a prayer for him. I hope it is something that can be cleared up quickly and painlessly.

What a beautiful cat!!

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Tinkrbl44 — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 08:34:27 GMT

@We rescue cats

Fingers crossed for Fred!

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cindyNC — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 14:07:45 GMT

I hope it's nothing serious. Please post the results of your vet visit. You and Fred hit the jackpot when you found each other.

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We rescue cats — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 14:18:20 GMT

The vet just called to change his appt to this afternoon, she had an emergency arrive this morningand the doctor is in surgery. Fred came to the kitchen for breakfast this morning so apparently he's feeling a bit better, and if I were the one with the emergency I would appreciate it. So we're going in this afternoon.