Ally Cat Updates

[Emeraldgreen]

Hi Jenn, Wow, that was hard to read. I'm definitely a believer in the possibility of people being able to do these readings and have used Dr. Monica Diederich a few times but have never used Nancy. I know from reading other posts that Nancy is well respected. Do you think a second reading from someone else could be an option? Dr. Monica has a website and can do it all by email. I think it's 65.00. I know that is alot of money but it could be one last option. I'm not saying that she would come up with a different reading than Nancy, but perhaps some added information that might provide a final clue or possibility.
Also, I'm hoping that despite the reading you just got, that you'll give the meds a try and see if a miracle happens. But I know your plate is really full right now with all of your rescues and with the Woodster on his way so this is more than one person can or should have to take. I'm just so sad for Ally and you. It's hard.

[Barbara]

While I can understand how difficult it is to live with Ally I have to say that I feel irritated- to put it mildly- by someone who attributes to a cat characteristics like "nastiness" and "evil hatred".

I am absolutely convinced that I would attribute these words to very few humans in the world and definitely not to an animal. It is an anthropomorphism of the worst kind.

Frankly: if you feel overwhelmed by this poor cat that has been sent over the world like a parcel, has lost all her life several times and is like most cats not happy with living in a big group then bring her to a shelter- even if the risk is there that she may be euthanized. But do not take this b...s...(edited for cussing but still felt exactly that way) reading as a rationalization for it.

People who know me here for years will know that never in all my ten thousand posts I was using words like in that last phrase. I rather will not speak. But to kill Ally for her being evil- that is medieval! And if that should happen on this board while I just stand by I could no longer look in the mirror.

[Scooter's Mom]

I have used Nancy to read my boys. She's spot on accurate on so many levels. She didn't say one thing to me tat was incorrect.

That being said - Jenn, you have my full support whatever you do. Remember the pm I sent you awhile back. 100% support.

I'm sorry to say, but I'd have probably euthanized Ally months ago. You've given her a lot longer than I have. I'd have probably been alright after the 1st attack, but once she did it again, with such viciousness and vindictiveness, she'd have either been pts or sent somewhere else.

Hugs to you in your very hard decision,
Crystal

[Taz_Zoee]

Wow, this brings tears to my eyes as well. And I'm pretty skeptical about these readings in the first place. But having talked to Jennie and knowing how Ally is..... However, I am not sure Jennie can bring herself to make this decision. Maybe Barbara is right in just taking her to a shelter. Then the decision is out of your hands. But I know you will always think about her.
Perhaps the other suggestions would be an option as well. Another reading or the Prozac. But I know with another animal coming into the family this will really stretch the finances.
Jennie, I am so sorry. You know how to reach me.... ((hugs)).

[Lizzie]

I agree with Barbara about the wording of the reading being such that I would set it aside, it really made me very uncomfortable also.

However, I don't agree with taking Ally to a shelter. Jennie has already tried every rescue that might understand Ally, ones where they might give her a chance, with no luck whatsoever. Taking her to a shelter would result in Ally's death the same day she was dropped off and in the hands of strangers. Not only that, but considering Ally's propensity for biting hard, she would need to be held down very hard by more than one person and they'd probably have to do an intracardiac or perineal injection because they wouldn't be able to get to a vein. This would be like a punishment to Ally for being a "bad cat". If Jennie does have to have Ally euthanized, she will make sure it is the gentlest experience possible for a cat that poses serious health risks for any human who comes near her.

There are some funds left for Ally to have a vet visit, I believe from what Jennie has said. Prozac is not expensive if you go to the right place. I get mine for Taranis from Costco and a two month supply costs me about $16.

[catlover4ever]

I am so sad to read about Ally's reading and all I can do is to send you my thoughts and prayers that you find peace in whatever decision you feel is best for Ally. (((HUGS)))

[Laura's Babies]

Me too, I hope you can find peace in whatever you do....

I sure was hoping for better than that though. She helped me so much with Boo that I was keeping my fingers crossed for at least half that much for Ally.

[cassiesmom]

There are some funds left for Ally to have a vet visit, I believe from what Jennie has said.

If further funds should be needed, please say the word. That would rule out any medical problem as the root cause of the behavior.

I am so sad to read about Ally's reading and all I can do is to send you my thoughts and prayers that you find peace in whatever decision you feel is best for Ally.

I agree 1,000%.

I also agree with Karen's hope that Ally might do better in a home where she's an only kitty, and on the thought that she would consider a second "reading" opinion - again, if funds are needed, please holler. I hope there is some correctable problem that can be identified that will allow Ally to be content in a home for the rest of her life.

[Medusa]

While I can understand how difficult it is to live with Ally I have to say that I feel irritated- to put it mildly- by someone who attributes to a cat characteristics like "nastiness" and "evil hatred".

I am absolutely convinced that I would attribute these words to very few humans in the world and definitely not to an animal. It is an anthropomorphism of the worst kind.

I must say that I'm in agreement w/this statement. That isn't to say that what you're experiencing isn't heart wrenching. I know that it is. If you haven't tried Prozac yet, you might want to give it a whirl. And everyone on PT knows my good experience w/Clomicalm. It does NOT drug my cats in any way and does not change their personalities for the worse. For whatever reason/s, if those options are not available to you, you may have to help Ally to the bridge.

Just one more thought: years ago I wanted to rescue dogs as well as cats. I took in a dog that showed up on my doorstep on Thanksgiving Day. She was absolutely beautiful and I thought that she would be easy to place. Well, I was wrong. She attacked me twice, once to the point where I had to run to my car and lock myself in, honk the horn til my son heard it and he came and rescued me from her. She was on the hood of my car, growling at me through the windshield, showing me every tooth in her mouth and her eyes were wild. Later that evening, she put her head in my lap as though nothing had occurred earlier, only to attack me again in a split second, this time grabbing hold of my ear. I worried that she would attack my friends or worse, their small children, so I called my vet w/my concerns. He examined her and showed me her teeth, which were pitted. He said that pitted teeth can possibly be caused by distemper and, if a dog lives through it, it can make them crazy, sort of schizophrenic. He said "This dog is miserable, Mary, and the kindest thing you can do is to put her to sleep." I did not want to do that but once he told me that she was miserable, that was enough for me.

The reason I mention this is because Ally may have some disease or disorder causing her to behave in such a manner that she frightens you as she does. If this is the case, perhaps the kindest thing that you can do for her is to help her find peace by escorting her to the Bridge. I apologize if it appears that I was trying to hijack your thread. That truly wasn't my intention. But I, too, do not believe that a cat or any animal is evil. Those are traits that, in my humble opinion, should be reserved for the human species and sparingly at that.

Bless you for trying your best w/Ally and for having the guts to stick it out this long. Whatever you decide, we're w/ya.