Oh LISA!! I am SO sorryThis guy sounds like he resents any sort of confinement to his movement. (being put in the cage when he does not want to be, being blocked by your hubby and then feeling hemmed in when you went to reach for Leroy with your arm around him) It is scary though isn't it!!! I have no suggestions because I have never had much to do wild vicious behavior - and maybe that is not what this is - but sure sounds a little psycho to be calm one minute and then WHAM. But then again - it was his very first night...I dunno...
I would sure watch that wrist - so many tendons and nerves in that area. Watch for tingling or numbness in your fingers and fingertips, especially, or any trouble in fine motor movements. I would take something antinflammatory like Ibuprofin if you have it - (Motrin, Aleve, something like that) The ice is the best thing for now as well. Tonight you could switch over to heat if there is no swelling and if the heat feels good to you. If anything feels weird or changes - I really would head for the ER. I would probably say go anyway - but you know what is best for you. This is just my best advice from nurse Debbie.
As for Scrappy - I am just sad and sorry about this but try not to lose heart yet! We knew there were going to be problems!!! Last night was just a nice intro. If he turns on one of your cats - they are not defenseless - although I sure hope it does not come to that. I know you will watch things like a hawk. Maybe keep the water bottle handy and some blankets, a broomstick, etc, just in case. I know the rescue people here will have good suggestions for the worst case scenarios to be ready for. It may be an isolated incident as well. I dunno.
(((((((((CCL))))))))) Your heart is so big and I am just so sorry this happened to you today!!!! Please keep us informed and I will keep the prayers going I promise!!
Now I will try to think a little more positive....hard to do though!
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