Helping Hallie has been a struggle since she arrived from the colony, but since her last vet visit she had been eating, walking around fine, getting in my lap for pets and lounging, climbing on the cat shelves, and sleeping up high on them, then today she walked under a chair laid down, and never […]
Month: October 2022
When trying to help goes wrong
THE ROAD TO HADES IS PAVED WITH GOOD INTENTIONS… When trying to help goes wrong… A kitten or cat shows up at someone’s property and a well-meaning citizen thinks the best thing for the cat or kitten is to scoop them up and take them to the shelter. However, that well-intended act may not have […]
Blue
Blue was discovered caged and terribly neglected along with several other kittens and a multitude of chained-up dogs. (Illegal treatment of animals in Texas) The kittens were emaciated, infested with parasites, dehydrated, and appeared sickly. The dogs were equally in need. On the day of discovery, Blue was standing up against the cage wire looking […]
Mighty Marty’s Big Fall
Do cats remember specific incidents with humans? Do cats appreciate human help? I have syringe-fed Marty and Mom has bathed his bottom countless times since he arrived from the colony as an orphan with severe diarrhea. Even with all that interaction, after he got old enough to eat on his own and explore the house, he did not […]
Sweet Boy
Look at Sweet Boy’s beautiful blue eyes! Wouldn’t those light up your home… and your life? 🙂 Sweet Boy is from a lady who fell and unexpectedly went into the hospital and was then moved into a nursing home. I think he was confused about her sudden absence because he did not come up to […]
Why Has My Cat Quit Eating?
I am not a rescue, just an individual seeking to help hapless cats; however, I have trapped and vetted over 110 cats since 2019 and am still seeking homes for many who are still at The Duncan Home For Wayward Cats awaiting adoption. This article is not intended to provide medical advice for your pet, […]