They're leaving, for good.

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03-25-2006, 11:24 PM
ILoveMyAbbyGirl

They're leaving, for good.

I can't go into much detail because I'll start crying.

We need to get rid of Bella and Autumn.

I can't stand looking at them or hearing them.

My mom has to get her act together. They will not be renewing her lease on this apartment unless she cleans it up. There's smoke stains and the carpet needs to be cleaned. She has 28 days.

She's also not allowed to have pets. There is a $50 fee PER MONTH for each animal in the house. The monthly rate for the apt. is $800, plus $150 for the pets and the rates are higher for smokers. If we kept the animals, we're looking at over $1000 a month.

She can't have the cats. She can't afford them. I'm crying again.

She can't afford them. She regrets ever getting them.

I can't look at them without crying.

I can't do this anymore.
03-25-2006, 11:27 PM
Flatcoatluver

I'm so sorry ((((HUGS4U)))))) I really don't know what to say...... Will be thinking about you
03-25-2006, 11:43 PM
Catty1

Oh hon...if only you could live on your own and take them with you...oh no.

I hope there are other PTr's who live near you and can help you out - at least they can go to people you know and trust.

HUGS HUGS HUGS.

Abbygirl...I am so sorry. :(

Catty1
03-25-2006, 11:45 PM
Catty1

Just a thought...when you can, is there a tenant help line you can call?

I just wonder if the landlord's pet fee is illegal?

Just a thought, hon...

hugs
03-26-2006, 08:57 AM
rosethecopycat

Quote:

Originally Posted by ILoveMyAbbyGirl

I can't go into much detail because I'll start crying.

We need to get rid of Bella and Autumn.

I realize that you are only 14 and you sound pretty emotional at this time, but I have a problem when you say 'get rid of'.

:(

These are your pets and you are thier guardian, you are thier voice. Please do your best to 'rehome' these precious creatures. If you can't find a personal placement for them, please seek out a no-kill shelter, if they are full, try to find someone that can temporarily foster them until space opens up.

I hesitate to say anything to a 14 year old, but we have to think of the best welfare of the animals at the same time.

Almost sorry for speaking out,
03-26-2006, 09:31 AM
Laura's Babies

OH God! My heart is breaking for you.
03-26-2006, 09:38 AM
Catty1

Can your dad take them - or your sister? Think of some friends and relatives who might help you, even keep them for just a little while until a furrever home can be found. Try that, ok?

hugs
Catty1
03-26-2006, 10:25 AM
ILoveMyAbbyGirl

Quote:

Originally Posted by rosethecopycat

I realize that you are only 14 and you sound pretty emotional at this time, but I have a problem when you say 'get rid of'.

:(

These are your pets and you are thier guardian, you are thier voice. Please do your best to 'rehome' these precious creatures. If you can't find a personal placement for them, please seek out a no-kill shelter, if they are full, try to find someone that can temporarily foster them until space opens up.

I hesitate to say anything to a 14 year old, but we have to think of the best welfare of the animals at the same time.

Almost sorry for speaking out,

I'm 17.

Sorry for the "emotion".

My friend may be able to take them.
03-26-2006, 11:02 AM
jackie

Quote:

Originally Posted by rosethecopycat

I realize that you are only 14 and you sound pretty emotional at this time, but I have a problem when you say 'get rid of'.

I am sure she said get rid of for lack of better wording. When upset you sometimes just type, not thinking about how it will come out.

I hope you find new homes for them, and things start to look up for you and your family. (hugs)
03-26-2006, 11:42 AM
ILoveMyAbbyGirl

Quote:

Originally Posted by rosethecopycat

I realize that you are only 14 and you sound pretty emotional at this time, but I have a problem when you say 'get rid of'.

:(

These are your pets and you are thier guardian, you are thier voice. Please do your best to 'rehome' these precious creatures. If you can't find a personal placement for them, please seek out a no-kill shelter, if they are full, try to find someone that can temporarily foster them until space opens up.

I hesitate to say anything to a 14 year old, but we have to think of the best welfare of the animals at the same time.

Almost sorry for speaking out,

Another comment.

This is NOT where I wanted this thread to go.

Sorry that I was upset. I am NOT 14, if you look at my BIRTHDAY in my profile, you'll notice I was born in 88. I put in there that I was 14 when I joined, almost three years back.

Do you think I'm NOT trying to think of the best welfare for my animals? I can't believe that even if I was 14, you would think I was NOT thinking the best for my animals. I can't believe it.

If I didn't care, maybe, yeah, they'd go to a shelter, be it no-kill or not. If this is hurting me so much that I can't LOOK at them without CRYING, you think that I'd send them to a kill shelter? I have been asking around, trying every possibility that I can with these cats. I have asked friends, my parents, everything. Please don't assume when you don't know.

My stress level is set on high right now. With my parents getting divorced, my mom on the verge of eviction, my sister and her jackass boyfriend, Gavin's welfare, and issues with my friends and boyfriend, the last thing I need is someone accusing me of not thinking of the best for my animals.

I'm sorry I brought this up.
03-26-2006, 11:57 AM
Uabassoon

I'm sorry to hear about this situation :( I hope your friend is able to take them in so that way you can still see them.
03-26-2006, 12:05 PM
rosethecopycat

Like the other person said, I believe that it was just a poor choice of words,
however we should take more care when talking about living creatures.

You are correct, I don't know you. I just come in and read a post that says,
get rid of...

I see your emotion, and I think it is because you do care a great deal it is so hard for you. If you didn't show any emotion it would be worrisome.

I am very sorry that they are not able to stay with you, and need to be 'rehomed'. I (we) who give thoughts are trying to offer viable help for animals in need.

I am not saying you don't have the best interest of them in mind, but would you reconsider the words chosen?

I wish you and them the best.
03-26-2006, 12:31 PM
catmandu

I just wish that I was closer as Bella and Autumn could find a home at the Found Cat Hotel.
I am parying for them,and pray that they can find a foster Home,until you are old enough to reclaim them.
We are praying for Bella and Autumn.
03-26-2006, 01:13 PM
ILoveMyAbbyGirl

Thank you for the kind words, everyone.
03-26-2006, 01:29 PM
orangemm

I am so sorry to hear about all your problems and unhappiness. You are truly going through an awful time; no one should have to face so much. I wish I could offer some good advice, but I'm sure others can do better than I. Just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
03-26-2006, 01:59 PM
Catty1

I'm so glad your friend might take them - they are such beautiful girls, and if they can stay together, that is great!

And you can visit them and take them a treat or new toy! And hug them.

Glad to hear things are looking up.

Please update!

Gavin must be a real cutie...kids can be a bright spot for sure!

Is there a counsellor or anyone you can talk to? I'm usually on here every day, and will keep an eye out for you.

HUGS HUGS HUGS

Catty1
03-26-2006, 02:08 PM
Lori Jordan

I'm so sorry to hear that i went through the same thing when i was younger i had to give my dog up but luckily my aunt took her o i could still see her
03-26-2006, 02:19 PM
Craftlady

Quote:

Originally Posted by Catty1

Just a thought...when you can, is there a tenant help line you can call?

I just wonder if the landlord's pet fee is illegal?

Just a thought, hon...

hugs

Landlords can charge fees for having pets, average price is $50 per pet per month. This gives landlords of apartments the extra money to fix things that aniamals might distroy (carpet, wood work). So when tentant leaves the rental the landlord have the monies to clean, repair etc before next rental.
03-26-2006, 03:17 PM
momcat

They're leaving, for good

CALLING ALL PT'ers!!! DOES ANYONE LIVE CLOSE ENOUGH OR HAVE FAMILY OR FRIENDS WHO CAN HELP THESE SWEETIES BY PROVIDING THEM EVEN A TEMPORARY HOME? A PLACE WHERE THEIR LOVING OWNER COULD STILL VISIT THEM FROM TIME TO TIME?

It's very obvious how much you love your kitties and I can't begin to imagine how you feel right now. Only wish I could offer a solution. Prayers are being prayed that there will be a positive outcome and the three of you can stay together.. :( :( :( :(
03-26-2006, 03:36 PM
heidiv

Where in wisconsin??

I live in Wisconsin in the northern part. I have foster room looking for a foster. I would need help finding them new homes but I could be a halfway house till you find them a forever home. How old are they?? Have they been tested for Feline Lukemia?? Need more info I might be able to help the both of you out???? I live near Eau Claire Wis. About 45 Mins from the Twin Cities.
Let me know if I can help. :confused: :confused:
03-26-2006, 03:57 PM
carole

Oh Megan my heart goes out to you, i know how much you adore both kitties, and because i know you as a person i know when reading your post exactly what you mean't, I am crying with you sweetie, i know how much they mean to you, and i know how much you have been through over the years, again i hold your mother responsible, she should not have got the cats if she knew she could not afford them or that she was not supposed to have them, but saying that is not going to help your situation i realise, but to let you love them so much and then have them taken away just breaks my heart thinking about it.

Do consider one PTer's kind offer if your friends are unable to take them, at least if your friends take them you will beable to see them still and that will be a little comfort to you.

keep us posted Megan and big HUGS to you and i hope for the best outcome possible, thinking of you and sending positive vibes your way for a happy ending.