My blind rescue .... poor Abby ...

[kimlovescats]

I received an urgent chain e-mail from another cat rescue. Abby, a 3 year old, spayed, front-declawed, blind from birth, kitty was being given up by her owner. This "owner" had gotten Abby when she was only about 6 to 8 weeks old, and had been her only family for the past 3 years of her life. Knowing that Abby's life was in danger of being taken to the local pound, I called her owner, asked some questions, and took Abby in. I was shocked beyond belief when I saw how OVERWEIGHT Abby is .... I can barely pick her up! The owner brought some Hill's Science Diet Lite food, and said she had been "on it" ... but I find it hard to believe that it has been for very long!

Imagine being totally blind and then uprooted after 3 years with the same person. Abby is a precious creature, and she deserves love and stability!!! She took about a 2 hour nap on my bed with me yesterday evening, what a sweet scared girl! Today she is already accustomed to mine and hubby's voices, and is always sniffing around for us! When we speak to her, she meows and comes to us.

So, for those who can be happy for Abby ... here are some pics!

[catnapper]

Is her eye weeping? Or is that just a trick of the camera? Poor "little" thing. I know you'll help her loose weight and become more active. Did the former owner give any reasons for giving her up?

Her coloring is gorgeous. Her story is sad.

[kimlovescats]

Originally posted by catnapper
Is her eye weeping? Or is that just a trick of the camera? Poor "little" thing. I know you'll help her loose weight and become more active. Did the former owner give any reasons for giving her up?

Her coloring is gorgeous. Her story is sad.

YES, her "owner" said that her eyes drain regularly and I should just wipe them out. She has just teeny tiny eyeballs ... I'm not sure but I think this is the same condition that some other PT kitties like Gabe and some of Jan's have? I could really use some input and advice on caring for Abby!!!

Best I could figure, is her owner is moving to another place and her roomate isn't thrilled. Also she mentioned her allergies, but if that was the case, why has she managed them for 3 years???

[kt_luvs_kitties]

She is so adorable. I wish I could have another kitty! Thank you for saving her life Kim, because we all know that the pound is NOT the best place for any kitty, much less a blind kitty to be. She looks so sweet, and she takes great photos. Love her nosie

[sirrahbed]

VERY sad that an animal would come to a home as a tiny kitten, stay for three years and then have to be let go - "allergies"?? That is one of the reasons given for dumping my Dylan as an adult. Another was that he was "too fat". Whatever the reasons - it is heartbreaking to hear that this happens I hope Abby feels loved and safe very soon as I am sure she will. It must be SOOO traumatic to her - wondering where her Meowmie is??

[Karen]

Poor sweet Abby! Glad she is in a safe place now. Gosh, she is so overweight for her bone structure - that can't be good for her! At least now she's in a happy place, and she's getting to know you already!

[catnapper]

Originally posted by kimlovescats
Also she mentioned her allergies, but if that was the case, why has she managed them for 3 years???

Ah, the old standby "allergies". I love this reason.


Poor little princess.

[nibblets]

She has such a beautiful coloring!
She will most likely do very well under your care if she is already responding to your voices...she knows instinctively she is in a safe haven.

[rosethecopycat]

We are happy for Abby, because she is with you now, Kim.
Her new parents will find her.

She's precious.

[rkidsrcats]

Glad Abby is in the PT fold now and safe with you!

Pippin's eyes weep a little, so we have to keep the area clean. We've been doing it since he was 4 months old, so he lets us flip him over and clean them with sterile eye solution. Once or twice a week - and occasionally some teramyacin (sp?) if it looks especially yucky. Otherwise he's been very healthy.
She looks like such a sweety - hope she settles in quickly.

[chocolatepuppy]

Abby is beautiful! I love her coloring! Bless you for saving her!

[catcrazylady]

There she is!! What a pretty girl! We don't care if she is a little extra "fluffy"!
I hope you know that any advice I can offer is always available. I learned by trial and error and so will you. I think so much depends on each cats personality that its hard to have "rules" for a blind cat. The one thing I would suggest is lots and lots of personal play. I really noticed that with Magoo he has energy but no way to release it. Sometimes he will just walk and walk. I know then that he is bored and we have heavy play sessions with toys. Stuffed socks and bell toys are the best for him. That may help her get the exercise that she is needing. If she was ignored by her previous owners then she may have simply become depressed and just ate a lot from boredom.
She is BEAUTIFUL and I hope her transition goes smoothly. It has to be so much harder for them than a sighted kitty.
If there is any advice I can offer please let me know and please keep us posted on GORGEOUS Abby.


You know who she reminds me of? She sort of looks like Craftlady's Eleanor.

WELCOME TO PT ABBY GIRL!!

[AlleyCat]

Abby is so blessed to have you with her now. It's wonderful that you can take in more kitties, and special needs ones too at that. I don't know you well, but based on what I've read from your previous posts it seems like you do a FABULOUS job !!!

[prechrswife]

What a beauty, even if she is a bit fluffy. I know that you will be wonderful for her in what has to be a tought time.

[christa]

After seeing this BEAUTIFUL girl and reading her story, I'm in tears! She seems so sweet . . . good luck with her! Hope to see more of her!!!

She's very lucky to have come to you!!!