Drama Drama Drama!!!

[moosmom]

I got a call from a friend of mine this morning. Her sister, who runs a business with her husband, rescued 3 feral tabbies this morning that were INFESTED with fleas. I, being the person that I am, ran to a nearby vet and got some shampoo (concentrated with Eucalyptus) at $10 (included a flea come, wow!!). I got there and could not believe the fleas!! We dipped them and began picking fleas off of them. What a nighmare!! I finally said that's it!! I called my vet and begged for him to see them and he said bring them in.

3 of them are 4 weeks old, 2 boys and 1 girl. We stopped by the place where they were caught and there was another baby just laying on the sidewalk minding his own business. My friend put out a can of wet food and he went for it. I snuck up behind him while he was chowing down and threw a towel over him. He's not that feral, just scared. He's 7 weeks old and in better shape than the babies are. All have mild heart murmurs, possibly from the anemia from the fleas. You shoulda SEEN the rinse water!! BLECH!!!

All 4 are now at my vet getting sub-q fluids, Capstar for the fleas. I have to pick them up tomorrow (I have to call in the morning) in the afternoon.

Dr. Geer, who I have been going to since my very first cat, agreed to treat them as one "unit" (unit meaning cat) and the only cost would if IF they need medicine. So I'll be charged for a night's stay, sub-q fluids, Capstar ($10/pill, 1 for each cat = $40) and an office visit.

Just what I need right now. I've been calling non-profits to see if I can get donations for their care. So far no one is calling me back. I have never seen it this bad! We still have 2 more to rescue, and trap both mothers and have them fixed (I can get spay vouchers from Helping Paws that she gets from the Dept. of Ag). I know the bill will be over $100 but not sure how much over. I'll find out tomorrow. Hoperfully, Dr. Geer will allow me a payment plan. He's good that way.

I wish I could've taken pictures, but never seem to have my camera with me when these things pop up.

I can't wait till kitten season is over!!!!

[Medusa]

You're doing a great thing, Donna. Don't despair. It'll come together.

[moosmom]

Mary,

I know but I get SOOOOOOO frustrated at these stupid STUPID people who just don't care and allow this to happen, instead of taking responsibility.

[kb2yjx]

Are any of the babies anemic with all the fleas!!!!

[Medusa]

Mary,

I know but I get SOOOOOOO frustrated at these stupid STUPID people who just don't care and allow this to happen, instead of taking responsibility.

I know, Donna, truly. It does get frustrating and the cats always get the worst of it. But look who's taking care of them. You are and there's not a better person for the job.

[moosmom]

kb2jyx,

The three tabbies were severely anemic. The little tuxie who is 3 weeks older, wasn't as bad.

Mary,

Once they're treated, they'll be going to Kitty Angels, a shelter, who will place them (2 already have permanent homes). My friend will call me tomorrow when she's caught the other 2 babies. They too will go to Kitty Angels.

[rebeccahowes]

You are doing a great job and although at times it seems very discouraging, keep up the good work. It is so important that we do all we can for the feral cats of the world. I have three living in my house. They were very small during the winter and they snuck in my house through a hole in my basement. Now they are full grown and although I am not allowed to pet two of them, they have been such a joy to watch. One finally let me pet her after four months and that was a great feeling. Thanks to everyone here, they are all spayed. It is hard to turn down any animal that needs help. I am so glad there are people like you in the world to help the homeless animals. Keep up the good work.