Right now we're having to force feed him since he's suffering from an URI (Upper Respiratory Infection), that has taken away his sense of smell. He also evidently has sores in his mouth, so we're battling both with antibiotics.
I don't know what makes me angrier, the fact that someone overfed him to the point where he is now obese and can't even jump on the bed because of his weight, or the fact that he was totally neglected, ended up in a kill shelter, got sick, and is now ironically not interested in eating because he feels so lousy. To top it off, can I just say that I feel absolutely horrible that our first day together has been spent with my washing him (he'd urinated all over himself on the transport here), forcing food down his throat, shoving pills in after that, and not being able to even explain what the heck is going on!
His disposition so far has been that of a little gem, which makes the situation that much more heartbreaking. He's quietly submitted to everything we've had to do to him, all the while purring. I've also given him two good brushing's which he just loved!
I'm hoping that he'll be feeling better soon. Kitties this size that won't eat are in real danger of becoming even sicker, and goodness knows that I'm going to fight tooth and nail to ensure that everything possible is done to help him.
To the person/s who put him this situation, you will answer for it. To those who have already expressed their disgust at his weight (opinions are alive and well), shame on you for looking down at a defenseless animal and casting judgement.
PS: The shelter gave him the name "Tank" - we will be renaming him very, very soon.
LM- we are all praying for you ... you and God worked a miracle with Flossy; you will do the same to this precious little spark. He is gorgeous and has a beautiful disposition; you know yourself, love and patience work miracles !
ReplyDeleteoh handsome mancat.....we are glad he is now safe with you and will keep purring that he starts feeling better soon.
ReplyDeleteoh I know that feeling all too well. I always try to start and end with lots of love and encouragement and an apology that things need to be done, but that they are necessary to make them feel better. I always get the impression that they understand
ReplyDeletePoor cat. I really hope he'll be better in no time. Purrs.
ReplyDeletePoor guy. He's in good hands now. Feel better soon!
ReplyDeleteThis is so heartbreaking... Poor baby. Glad he is with you now. I hope e feels better soon.
ReplyDeleteHe's such a handsome guy! We purr that he feels better soon. He's in great hands with you.
ReplyDeleteHe is so handsome! And he knows he's finally in good hands. Thank you for caring so much for him. Purrs...
ReplyDeletePoor sweet boy!!! We know you will be able to help him :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat a handsome boy. We hope that he starts to feel better soon.
ReplyDeleteI can never understand why people judge over weight children or animals since it is so obvious that their health/weight is monitored by those responsible for them! Duh.
ReplyDeleteHe looks to be a sweet boy on his way to better things :)
the critters in the cottage xo