Update!

[Catty1]

Ally's aggressiveness is a major factor - and perhaps Jenn could place Ally with BF through the rescue she is with.

That's why I posted about Lois in #73.

The initial answer that Jenn got from BF was a few more questions, not a refusal. So we'll see how that goes - especially if Ally can be sponsored (she had some funds left from her travel donations).

[Lizzie]

I'm holding my breath that B.F. can do something to help Ally (and Jenn). They have to see that this is a really serious situation for cat and humans. She'd create quite a good story for them, especially coming from Bahrain, and sanctuaries have to think that way. However, I believe there is only one Cinders suite at the sanctuary. It was created for a very elderly cat (Cinders) who was 23 when she died last year, about a year after they created the suite for her. It's a pity Lois had to take it over before they heard about Ally, although I think Lois has been rather a liability for many years having shredded scores of visitors and volunteers.

[Catty1]

I wonder how much it would take to build an "Ally" suite?

[jennielynn1970]

Still waiting to hear something from BF. Sigh....

I just emailed Tamara from BF again... I'm really hoping to hear something from her. I just feel like I'm fighting with the shelters for Ally all by myself...

I emailed Julie to get more info on Ally, but gee, no surprise, she hasn't responded. I mean, it's not like she's responsible for her own cat or anything... I'm just disgusted and frustrated with this whole situation.

[Lizzie]

I tried a little something by emailing some of the people I've corresponded with on the Best Friends network for the past few years, ones I know volunteer there regularly, but I don't know them well and they've just toed the party line saying you can only go through the help source you are already trying.

The rescue group I belong to finds barn homes for many cats who are difficult or impossible to place in homes for various reasons. I hasten to add that these are homes that offer well protected, sometimes heated, sheltering places for the cats and plenty of food, water, etc. They are monitored carefully by the group so they can be taken in for vet care when needed. If I found myself with an Ally, that's the route I would take. Of course, our climate is milder than yours in Pennsylvania.

Did the PA community of the B.F. network ever get hold of you? The one for my state sees barely any traffic, so it might be the same way for yours. I feel completely frustrated by my inability to help.

[Kirsten]

Any news, Jenn?

Kirsten

[pitc9]

I wonder how much it would take to build an "Ally" suite?

Ohhh... good point!

It could be partly funded by Ally's friends at Pet Talk!! A long shot sure... yet well worth a try. Materials could be donated. (wood... nails... etc)

[Kirsten]

Ohhh... good point!

It could be partly funded by Ally's friends at Pet Talk!! A long shot sure... yet well worth a try. Materials could be donated. (wood... nails... etc)

Like that idea!

Kirsten

[jennielynn1970]

Haven't heard anything yet....

Not sure how much an "Ally" room would cost, or if that's is something they'd go for. Would be nice, but sounds costly.

Will let you guys know when I hear anything.

[Catty1]

Jenn, I sent you a PM

[jennielynn1970]

Heaven's Gift has turned Ally down. They said she doesn't meet their qualifications for abuse or neglect.

Edit to explain that they do take in some serious abuse cases.... so it's not like they don't consider her neglected or whatever, but they provide hospice care. I just wanted to clarify that.

[Lizzie]

I'm sorry, Jenn, that's very disappointing though I can see why they would feel they had to turn her down.

As for a special suite for Ally at B.F., I think the main problem would be how they would add it on to one of their buildings. From what I've seen online, all their cat housing units are circular with outside runs almost all around the unit, so each room is like an orange segment, fitting into the whole. With a rectangular building, adding on is feasible, but not with a round one. They have quite a bit of temporary housing and perhaps they could be persuaded to use part of that, especially since they are trying to close out Pahrump and will be bringing those units back. A cat in isolation takes up more staff time so she would certainly need to be sponsored.

[phesina]

I'm sorry to learn this, Jenn. I was so hoping it would be a good new home for Ally.

Pat

Heaven's Gift has turned Ally down. They said she doesn't meet their qualifications for abuse or neglect.

Edit to explain that they do take in some serious abuse cases.... so it's not like they don't consider her neglected or whatever, but they provide hospice care. I just wanted to clarify that.

[Catty1]

Jenn - I emailed BF - and used all upper case ATTN: TAMARA

I gave her some more details and backup information, and the possibility of some funding for Ally, maybe even her own room

Hope that helps!

[jennielynn1970]

While having her own room sounds like a nice plan, I don't see it as a realistic endeavor at this point. I mean, it takes a lot of money, a lot of manpower, architects, permits and all the other things involved with adding an addition on to any building. I'd just be happy if they could take her in.