Introducing ALI -- UPDATE POST #16 *PICS*

[Reachoutrescue]

I use a big storage container for Sherpa, because he's such a large cat and he scatters tons of litter. I've never seen a litterbox as big as the storage container I use. Guess that makes me a bad pet owner.

I was not saying he was a "Bad" pet owner, I just felt it was odd. I have never seen anybody use a storage container before, but appearntly it is very common....I am just finding this out. I was not trying to offend anybody....I am sorry if I have.

Gary....he was actually named after Mohammad Ali by his momma's owner. I was told by his previous owner that Ali was born with the cord around his neck and his mama's owner had to blow in his nose and "bring him to life". She said he was a fighter and mostly black in color, so the name just fit. After Rober took him home at 8 wks of age, he said the name was too long, so he shortened it to Ali. None the less...he is a big boy and his name suits him well.

Ali is still very scared and now is hiding under my desk behind my rolling cabinet. He came out last night and there was some hissing, but nothing more. I picked him up and he was just shaking so bad...all his muscles were tense too. Poor baby. I sure hope he realizes he is safe and he will get a loving home...a loving furr ever home.

Thanks for the nice comments and again, aI am sorry if I offended anybody about the storage litter pan. I was not trying to.

[cassiesmom]

Ali, you are a big, handsome fella! and stupid me, I was trying to figure out who would name you Ali ("Alley") when it's really ah-LEE like the boxer. (Duh, Elyse, duh!)


Welcome to PT,
Elyse

[Emeraldgreen]

I'm so glad Ali is safe with you and I hope he finds a wonderful home. He's quite handsome but I'm partial to the black and whites.
I just started using a rubbermaid container for my foster Barney because he pees over the side. I cut a hole just under the handle big enough for him to get in and out and thankfully it has solved the problem. The sides are ridiculously high but no more pee to clean up.
I haven't used these boxes inside because I have covered boxes but I'm tempted to because some of my cats make the biggest mess kicking the litter out of the box.
Thanks for rescuing Ali.

[Karen]

HE a handsome guy, a near-perfect tuxedo, too! Love the white streak on his nose. What a sweetie, I am sure he will relax soon, and be comfortable enough to complain about the d*i*e*t you're gonna put him on!

[Reachoutrescue]

HE a handsome guy, a near-perfect tuxedo, too! Love the white streak on his nose. What a sweetie, I am sure he will relax soon, and be comfortable enough to complain about the d*i*e*t you're gonna put him on!

Thank you Karen. He is quite the looker, his pictures do no justice for his handsome appearance. He will be put on a diet, and I am sure he will be VERY angry with me, but it is best for him....he is just a baby and is so big already...it is not healthy for him.

Ali is coming around nicely. He came out to get a quick pet today for the first time since he has been here. He rubbed his cute face on my hand and was purring very softly. Then Midnite came in the room for some attention...he is a very jealous cat! Ali bolted under my bed and he has been there since. Poor baby. He is eating, drinking, and using the box though. I was spying on him yesterday as he ate, rather quickly, lapped up some water, and extremely quickly used the litter box....I don't think I have ever seen a kit use the box so quickly! It was actually kind of funny. More updates soon.

[jennielynn1970]

Awe... poor guy. I hope he settles in soon. He's probably just so confused. Just be careful with the weight loss, and make sure it's gradual because Calloway ended up losing too much too soon (must be a thing to have chubby tuxies), and the vet was not happy because it is dangerous for his diabetes.
It's hard to get things just right... sigh.

[Reachoutrescue]

Awe... poor guy. I hope he settles in soon. He's probably just so confused. Just be careful with the weight loss, and make sure it's gradual because Calloway ended up losing too much too soon (must be a thing to have chubby tuxies), and the vet was not happy because it is dangerous for his diabetes.
It's hard to get things just right... sigh.

Thanks Jenn. We have not started the diet yet. I want to wait until he adjusts to living her first. We are going to put him on Innova weight control once he is ready to begin his dreadful diet. I still have him on the meow mix the owner gave me. I am taking him in next week to my vet to get him an all around check up...praying he does not have diabetes, as I heard that large cats are prone to it. With him being so young, I am a bit worried.