No-Name and stray cat *pictures* *UPDATE post 12**

[momcat]

This is just unbelieveable! Sweet No-Name gets dumped for no apparent reason? My Dad was very hard to get along with so I understand what you must be dealing with.

Please don't feel that you have to apologize to us for something you didn't do and knew nothing about. We all know how much you love No-Name and you would never do anything to cause him any harm. What your father did was out of your control. Please do not take responsibility for what someone else did!

Being in New Jersey I don't know what I can do to help reunite you with No-Name. Please know that you and No-Name are very much in my prayers. I only want you to know that none of this is YOUR fault.

Please keep us updated.....

[Catty1]

Okay. I emailed the Grand Forks Humane Society (Circle of Friends) this afternoon.

I copied and pasted the trailer park info, the two that are west of the college.

I asked if they might have a person who lives near there or who could go check in person.

I attached two pictures of No Name for them.

TMB - were you able to find out NN's real name? Can you ask your aunt if you haven't?

This is not to get No Name back to you, as your dad would not like it...the HS said they would find a good home for him if he was brought in...but if he knows his real name, then he would respond to it better.

Thanks.

[Don Juan's mom]

Is your dad aware that you might be choosing a nursing home for him one of these days?

Prayers from sunny San Jose that No Name is found safe and sound.

Liz

[BC_MoM]

I'll probably be going to Grand Forks in two weeks to pick up some Border Collies for rescue. Not sure if I could look into this cat thing or not... I'm going down with dog people.

Poor kitty....
I know how you feel, my Dad can sometimes get like that too.. but I don't believe he would do anything like this. He wouldn't waste the gas on it.

[Toby's my baby]

The cats real name is Friskies, but, when I tried to call him that he never responded, so I dont think it will work. He always came better if you just said, "here kitty!" so I dont know.

My dad is not getting help, but IMO he should. There is no way he ever would though, he won't even let me get help. I was having some problems a year ago, and I went to the doctor, and he said I needed to start going to a psyciatrist. My dad refused to let me go, even though I asked him to bring me. I'm having hard times now dealing with moving to Arizona, and just being a teenager, and I feel like I can't go anywhere to get help. Everytime I try to talk to my dad or mom about it, my dad buts in and it all ruptures into a huge fight.

Thank you so much Candace for everything you have done. You are a savior. You have done so much to try and rescue this poor guy, and you have a huge heart. I am very greatful and I'm sure No-name is too. I don't think there is much else anyone can do other than hope that he has been found and is in a good home with someone who loves him and will keep him forever.

[Catty1]

So...are you thinking of moving to Arizona?

I think your mom would have to get some legal proceedings going.

I mean - what judge would have awarded custody to your dad? How did you and your sister wind up staying there? (PM me this if it's too personal.)

You CAN go for help. I don't know if you are of legal age; if you are not, I suggest you tell your doctor what happened. He or she is then bound to report that you are not getting good care with your dad. Your dad has to be reported. I'm sorry - but that is the way it seems. He is being a poor parent. Or Children's Aid (they help teens too)

I know you have your horses and everything there. Please remember - as much as you love them, you can get another horse one day.

You can't buy another you, or another sister.

[momcat]

Hi TMB, Are you thinking about moving to Arizona? As far as any legal implications, are you with your Dad by court order? If so or if not, your Mom might have to petition the court for legal custody. If this is a possibility, I strongly suggest that your Mom contact a lawyer to see where you both stand legally and what other legal options might be available. If she can't afford a lawyer, let me know because I can find a contact for her regardless of what state she lives in through my job. Family laws vary from state to state.
How sad that your folks refuse to allow counseling for you. Is there another adult you could talk to? A trusted adult, a teacher, your minister, parent of a friend? Prayers were offered for you and No-Name during church this morning.