Revolving Door...

[moosmom]

They say that when one door closes, another door opens. Just make sure you know what's on the other side!

My friend Kathy called me this afternoon when I got outta work. It seems that there's been this beautiful VERY pregnant Russian Blue/Korat mix living under her sister's porch for the past year. When Kathy told her sister that the cat was pregnant, she immediately wanted to have it put down!!! :mad:

Well, as of 6 p.m. today, I have a maternity ward in my spare room. Because there's no room at Kathy's Inn, I volunteered. She is the sweetest, most loving cat I have ever seen. She's giving me head bumpies and LOVES to have her fat belly rubbed. She looks like she's about a year, MAYBE a year and a half old. She's been living out on the street since she was a kitten, and I have a feeling she's had more than one litter. And, she's polydactyl on all four paws!!

Here SHE is!!
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid158/p0ef2b9b4f958c1dca0bfc645fc56c751/f51d2094.jpg

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid158/p06de05351baea101351a7f55dbc5c725/f51d20e0.jpg

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid158/p9ba9fba8d5f81ac0c5671e478c94f74f/f51d203c.jpg

All I need now is a name. Polly is out because it sounds like Molly.

Any suggestions?

[carole]

She is gorgeous Donna, here is some names see if you like any.

Liberty.

Xana or Zana.

Melody.

Harmony

Heavenly.

Shandi.

Tiffany.

Georgia.

or something a little different AROHA, means love and is a NZ Maori name pronounced, Arrowha..

I am certain you will come up with the purrfect name for this cutie pie, BLESS YOU for taking her and her future offspring.

[moosmom]

Carole,

I think I'm going to name her Gracie. I love that name. When Kathy called me, I didn't hesitate for a second. When I told my daughter, she said, "Oh Mom, no you didn't!!" I simply told her THAT is who I am and what I'm all about. I'm not changing for anybody. I believe I was put on this earth for a reason. And if that's helping cats, then so be it. Know what she said, "Yeah Mom, I know and that's why I love you so much!!!"

:rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Kittens!! We're gonna have kittens!!!

[kimlovescats]

Oh WOW, she is beautiful, and looks like she could POP at any moment! Glad you got her inside in time! Yippeee, more kittens coming to PT!;)

[NoahsMommy]

Donna,

BLESS YOU and that KIND HEART of yours. :) Gracie is a beautiful and perfect name for her. :)

Give her some kisses from me.

Love,
Kelly :)

[Laura's Babies]

She has a absolutely stunning face! My mouth fell open the minute I saw her, her face is awesome! Then I read about her paws... PHEW Gracie, that was close! What a special girl you ARE!!! I am so glad someone didn't let her get put down. She is a VERY special girl!! You are lucky you got your hands on her!!!!

[carole]

Donna Gracie is the purrfect name for such a pretty girl, I love your choice, isn't that sweet your daughter saying that, yes we all have a purpose here whether we know what it is or not, I am glad that you do because so many cats have been saved by your generosity and caring. Keep at it Donna, bless you.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Donna, she's gorgeous and I'm so glad that you could take her in. I think that the name Gracie suits her too.:)

[shais_mom]

wow!!!
good job Donna!
she is beautiful!

[jenluckenbach]

She's beautiful! Can't wait for those babies. :D

[moosmom]

I got NO sleep last night. Kept having dreams about her having her babies and hiding them!!! :eek: I actually took my pillow and blanket and laid on the floor in the room with her. Didn't last long, though. MooShoo kept scratching at the door. :rolleyes: I'm kinda new at this mother thing so I am a little nervous. But, cats have been having babies for millions of years. All I can do is be there for her and let nature take it's course. Can't wait to see what the babies look like!!

[ramanth]

Morning Donna! :D

She is stunning....and big! phew! I'm sure she'll be happy to be rid of that load! :D And then you'll have kittens! :D

[smokey the elder]

Is she near your bedroom? The day before Easter last year I heard the tiniest "mew!" from a sound sleep, and Topaz was having her kittens.

Gracie is beautiful! I think she'll be very adoptable once her kittens are weaned and she's spayed.

[moosmom]

Little Miss Gracie has an appointment with the white coats on Saturday. Just to make sure she and her babies are okay. She'll be tested for the usual feline diseases. If she tests negative, so will her babies.

She's actually in the back bedroom. I'll keep an eye on her. Once she stops eating and gets restless, that's a sign that the birth is soon. I'll probably sleep in the same room after that.

[moosmom]

Little Miss Gracie has an appointment with the white coats on Saturday. Just to make sure she and her babies are okay. She'll be tested for the usual feline diseases. If she tests negative, so will her babies.

She's actually in the back bedroom. I'll keep an eye on her. Once she stops eating and gets restless, that's a sign that the birth is soon. I'll probably sleep in the same room after that.

PurrsAbound has offered to post her picture on their website in case anyone is interested in adopting her or one of her babies. I will not let them go before they are 8-10 weeks old.

[moosmom]

I was in the "maternity ward" tonight, clipping Gracie's claws and rubbing her ROTUND belly! Guess what??? I felt the little ooties move!!! It was such a great feeling! I am looking forward to her babies and am SO glad I decided to foster her! She's the sweetest thing.

I went out and bought a shorter bin that she could hop in and out of. It works out so much better as a birthing box. This way she can get out when she wants, and the little ones won't be able to. She's been spending alot more time in there which tells me those little ones are due I'd give it another week at the most.

[Laura's Babies]

Gosh! This is so exciting!!! And lucky you got to feel one move!!:rolleyes: I HOPE it is soon so I can see the babies and see what they look like... Geesh.... she sure is pretty!

[Karen]

Oh, my, what a beauty she is! And that she's a sweetie pie - man, what a heart-thief she is! Yup, Gracie, girl, you picked a good place to have those babies and to start your new life!

Now, Moo, you know Momma loves you best, let her watch the new kid for a few days, okay?

[MULTICATMOM]

SHE LOOKS LIKE JASMINE THAT I ADOPTED FROM KIM. THEY HAVE GORGEOUS KITTENS!! ROCKY & RUMOR OF JAZZCAT HOUSEHOLD ARE 2 OF HER KITTENS. I HAVE FUZZY, THEY'RE NEARLY 7 MTHS. THAT FAMILY SHOULD GET ADOPTED QUICKLY:D
CONGRATULATIONS MANDY;) ;) SOUNDS LIKE A GREAT HOME!!

[sirrahbed]

Oh Donna - I am just seeing this and so excited!! That Gracie is gorgeous and look at that huge belly:eek: I think that it is so sweet that she gives you headbumpies and likes you you to rub her belly!

I was an OB nurse for skinkids:D I can tell you are going to be a great birthing assistant:D Those babies come whether we are there or not but Gracie might like the reassurance of you nearby! I will stay tuned:D

Please give LOTS of updates OK? (oh and *pictures*)

[ramanth]

*rubs abound for Gracie!*

[jenluckenbach]

Still waiting for the BIG day!

I got to feel Asper's babies move in her tummy. What a special feeling. :)

[BigCharles]

Sorry that I did not get in on the naming thing early. I would have suggested "Matushka". Pronounced Ma-TUSH-ka. It is Russian for "mother".

[moosmom]

Charles,

Matushka is a great name! I like Grace because she's so graceful.

Jen,

Do the babies get more active when the due date gets closer? They've been moving around ALOT and she's been spending alot of time in her box. I know to look for restlessness and not eating. I do hope I'm home to witness it.

[luckies4me]

I loved being there for the birth of my kittens, and my foster kitties. She is absolutely stunning! She reminds me of an old kitty I used to have, a male polydactal Russian Blue that I got from the veterinarian I used to work for. Thank you for helping her!

[jenluckenbach]

Jen, Do the babies get more active when the due date gets closer? They've been moving around ALOT

I am not 100% sure, but I would suspect so.

All my foster moms gave birth late at night while I slept.

[ramanth]

How is she today Donna?

[moosmom]

Kimmy,

She's doing great! We have a routine where I go in before I go to work and when I get home, rub her belly and talk to her. I called the animal shelter in Grosse Ile and told the ACO about her and that she was found around an apartment complex there. She wants Mattie to come to the shelter and have her babies, since they are going to find her and her babies homes. I want her to have her babies at my house!! :(:(

I'm going to think about it over the weekend. She's being tested tomorrow at the vet. We'll see how she does. The ACO did point out that it's better to have Mattie tested BEFORE she has her babies. This way, if she tests positive...I don't even want to think about it!

[jenluckenbach]

#1 Mattie???? what happened to Gracie?

and

#2 I don't know what kind of set up the shelter has, but raising the babies in a HOME is so much better for them.

and

#3 I too, am sorry to say, but if she tests positive for FeLV............

[QueenScoopalot]

She is stunning colored! Is she more black than grey? She almost looks like she's black, with a white undercoat. I would not let her go to the shelter to have kittens. Cats catch way too many bugs there, and then that's that for the babies. Her teats will start pinking up, and filling with milk, and you'll see a noticable drop when birth is imminent! ;) Can't wait!!!

[ramanth]

You hang on to her Donna! You've obviously proved that you can foster out so I don't know why they'd be in such a rush to have her at the shelter. The space could go to another cat that needs a home.

[moosmom]

Jen,

Her full name now is Matushka Grace, Mattie Grace for short.

I too believe that a home is the best environment for kittens to be born. There are alot of rich brats who use the shelter as a "playground", running all over the place. I don't want that for her. Between you and me, I think the ACO saw "KITTENS!!!!" I've decided she's staying right here with me.

I don't even want to THINK about her testing positive. Besides, she looks VERY healthy. I'm confident she won't.

I'll keep ya posted.

[catmandu]

And The Found Cats,all love her,she has such a sweet ,little face!

[luckies4me]

Even if she tests positive could you try to find her a home as an only cat? FELV cats can live very long happy lives if given the chance.

[moosmom]

Cass,

Absolutely!!!! But if she tests positive, it probably means her babies will too. Don't worry though, I've got TONS of people that'll help me find homes.

:D

[kuhio98]

I'm surprised the ACO would want the mama and babies at the shelter. Our local no-kill shelter is always desperate for foster families for pregnant mamas because they get too stressed out at the shelter. I sure hope you can keep Mattie and her babies with you for a while.

[MULTICATMOM]

I WAS JUST CATCHING UP, I LOVE THE NAME MATUSHKA:D :D GREAT CHOICE!!
GOOD LUCK ON THE TESTING!!
WOULD YOU PLESE POST KITTEN PICS IN CAT GENERAL?? I DON'T WANT TO SPACE IT:rolleyes: :rolleyes:

[catfamily]

Lucky cat to be saved by you.Thanks for being such a wonderful kind hearted human being.I love you for doing this.Carla

[AvaJoy]

I, too, am surprised at a shelter insisting on wanting a pregnant cat to give birth there, as opposed to the current foster home . . . odd! Sounds like Mattie-Grace has the optimum environment to bring her new little lives into this world, and I hope you will be able to witness the wonder of it all. If they are FeLV+ it is not the end of the world . . . my two FeLV+ adults are otherwise healthy with no apparent problems and they are several years old now. Blessings to you and her and the little ones!