I cannot decide.....

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

My sister-in-law found another cat. She is the one who found my Inka in her garden! Now, a new tortie arrived there at her doorstep. It is a very tiny tortie. It is sure that this cat was left behind by humans, as she is not shy at all, is begging for food and attention all the time. It is obvious that she had a litter very recently, as all her tits are swollen. She cannot find her babies anywhere , and as the milk is "available", she is desperately looking for her kids. They are nowhere!! I am afraid that her "folks" just dropped her and killed her litter. Sad, right....

Now, my sister-in-law asks me if I would like to have the cat. What a question!!! Of course I am tempted!! But, I am all mixed up now: Am I a good meowmie for that little girl? I have a very bad health, and my back is not cooperating at all. I also possibly have MS. What if I get another "attack" and cannot take care of the newbie? My hubby and kids all love our cats, but it is me who takes care of the litterboxes... . I know that the newbie will need lots of care and attention. Will I be able to do that?? What is the risk that my Maya and Inka will not accept her??

I really don't know what to do....

Any advise? Sorry, I have no pics yet. The cat is vey young and should be spayed asasp.

[catnapper]

What a predicament! I am sorry to hear about your own health issues -- I had no idea. I hope they get settled soon and that you don't have MS. I know that you can still take good care of your pets with MS, but there would be days where hubby and/or the kids would have to do the litter.... thats hard because I know my own hubby and kids would rather die before they scooped!

Could you possibly foster her until a new home was found? Poor little girl. How truly awful they just dropped her and heartbreaking that she's still looking forher babies.

[furrykidsmother]

It is horrible how people treat their animals. Poor little girl all alone and missing her babies. Sounds like the little one could use some help sooner than later and I am sure you would make a great Meowmie to her. Why not take her and see how things go. You could always consider her a foster until you see how Maya & Inka take to her and see how you do with the added work. I am sure that you have plenty of love to share with all of them, but if it doesn't work out with Maya & Inka at least the little girl has a home until another can be found.

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

Thanks!! I want so very much to give that girl a chance!! My sis-in-law Marie-Rose suggests that she could take care of the cat for 2 more weeks. This would give us a chance to do some trips in Belgium (my hybby is on vacation for two more weeks). She also said that is was okay to return the newbie when it doesn't work out with Maya and Inka. Sounds great, huh.....

She still didn't name the little girl. Any ideas? She is a tortie with lots of brown and black. I told her that Rosie sounds great, as it would be a great reminder to who saved the poor cat!

Ohhhh.... I am so tempted.... Wish I had a picture...!

[furrykidsmother]

How about Rose-Marie? I say go for it! If it doesn't work out you have the option of returning her to your sister-in-law, but maybe it will and then you will have a new, lovable addition to your family and Maya & Inka will have a little step-sister. Also, we will get to see pictures!!!

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

No other replies?? Please PT-friends, help me out

[luvofallhorses]

I don't have any advice unfortunately and I Hope you don't have MS {{hugs}}

[lizbud]

I think the little one could not ask for a better caretaker than
you. Best of luck with your decision Lut.

[kittycats_delight]

Originally posted by Maya & Inka's mommy
She also said that is was okay to return the newbie when it doesn't work out with Maya and Inka. Sounds great, huh.....



Ohhhh.... I am so tempted.... Wish I had a picture...!

Lut????

When it doesn't work out? I think you are thinking the worse. Optimism dear. LOL

I think it is great that you have the option to return her to your sister-in-law IF it doesn't work out. I think everyone would be more than willing to help out with the litter boxes if you can't do it. You are a wonderful mother and wife and I know they will do all they can and if that means scooping poop they will.

Give her a try Lut you might be surprised. She may be the very thing you need to help you now you are not well. She could be a real breath of fresh air for you.

I like the name Rosa or maybe even Rosa-Lee.

Please get well Lut and all fingers, toes, whiskers and paws crossed you don't have MS.

{{{{HUGS}}}}
Michelle

[smokey the elder]

How about Gypsy Rose, since she was a bit of a wanderer!

[carole]

I can empathise with your situation, and understand where you are coming from here, I think you should give lil Rosie a go, at least you have back up if things do not work out, the purrfect solution.

She sounds adorable, keep us posted on what you decide and post some pics if you can soon pretty please.

[catmandu]

I SAY KARINA,THE LITTLE TORTIE,THAT DIED OF FIP,AFTER,THE ANIMAL WELFARE,AND I RESCUED HER.
BUT THE KITTENS,ALL HAVE FURR EVER HOMES,AND I KNOW,THAT KARINA ANGEL,WOULD LOVE,TO HAVE THAT MOMMA CAT,NAMED AFTER HER.

[jenluckenbach]

If this idea is possible for you, then this is what I would do.....

Take her in keeping her in a separate room. Get her tested (very inportant) and then spayed. Keep her isolated from your girls for at least 2 weeks to make sure she doesn't have a cold or other illness AND to give everyone a chance to get used to the idea of another cat.

Then, either try to find her a new home....you know, foster her. Or introduce her to your ladies and see if you can keep ler. It is good to know that Marie-Rose will take her back if it does not work out.

You should not live your life wondering WHAT IF! What if....I get sicker. What if.......I can't do as much next year as I did this year. Your family will help you, no matter what, especially if something truly bad happens.


I pray that you stay as healthy as possible, but if you become sicker, you still have the right to live your life to the fullest.

[moosmom]

Lut,

First, are you absolutely POSITIVE that the babies aren't anywhere in the direct vicinity??? I'd hate to take their mama away if they're still around. Any way you can let her out and see where she goes?

I'd take the little girl in. It's OBVIOUS that she needs someone like you to love and care for her.

GO FOR IT!!!

[NoahsMommy]

Lut,

I know first hand what you mean about your failing health. While it seems easy to others, the upkeep is hard if you aren't 100% every day. ((((((gentle hugs))))))

I think that you should try and foster her, keeping her if she gets along well with your girls.

If she doesn't you can find a home for her.

You're sweet and kind and she'll be lucky to have you. I just know it!

Hugs, Kelly