He is trying to walk around more, he is putting weight on his leg. I 'm thinking he got in a fight with another cat and skinned his elbow. If his leg was broken I don't think he'd be able to put any weight on his leg. The part of bone that is exposed looks like part of the elbow joint. I can take him to the Emergency Room but I know that they would just put him down. I think I'm going to continue with the pain meds. Then I will take him to the vet on Tuesday for antibiotics and treatment. I know several of you think I should take him tonight. But I just can't afford the medical bills. And if I let them take him he will be euthanized. He still has his appetite but his mood seems to be more mellow then usual (obviously). I'm the only person that is taking care of Buddy, as far as feeding. I did find a non-profit organization for Farel (sp?) cats, but they only spay/neuter then release.

I took in a stray cat, Lucy and found out she was pregnant. She had the kittens and they were adopted out through Shelter Pet Partners here in San Diego. All of the kittens were spayed/neutered, chipped and vaccinated. They were adopted out within 3 days, all to loving pre-screened homes.

But before I took Lucy in, she was outside with Buddy, hence the name Buddy. I wish I could have taken both of them in. But my apartment manager won't allow it. So I do my best to take care of him as an outside cat.

Anyways, Buddy is very special to me and it kills me inside to know that he is in pain. Now that Lucy is an indoor only cat, he is all alone outside. He lives on my back porch!!

I will do everything within my means to take care of Buddy. Thanks again, and as always, your loving support for Buddy is always welcome!!

Angela