Sable is doing better everyday. I have worked quite a bit with her and she continues to get better. She is no longer being syringe fed (a milestone!) but moved on to being "finger fed". Today I got her to eat without any intervention and that made me very happy. So now I want to go from finger fed to plate fed. I think she is finally starting to gain weight and hopefully she will no longer be the skin and bones. I can't wait to see her at a normal weight.
I went out today and picked up a thank you card for the vet staff, they worked very hard to save Sable and I don't think I mentioned this before but on the 4th day of her hospitalization when I was at the end and could no longer afford to keep her in, they gave me another 24 hours for free. I thought I would mention that to everyone because not only is that remarkable, it is extremely generous and kind. It was in that final 24 hours that she turned around. I think up until that point, most people thought there was little chance of her making it long term. I was thinking of signing it by using a food dye on her paw and putting a stamp of her paw on the card to them.
She's up and playing some too and loves her bed. I tried the trick tonight that the vet told me about to give her meds. While in the vet's office, they were having a terrible time getting her to take meds and then a dog was admitted and when she saw the dog, they said she stopped and stood very still just watching the dog (I think she probably thought, geez what a big ugly cat) and then they were able to do anything they wanted to her. Well not for me. We brought Loki (aka The Dog) upstairs in the hopes that she would take her meds easier but she decided that Loki was far more interesting than med. She HATES her doxy med, she tolerates the other 3 prescription meds okay for the most part but the doxy is the pits to her.
Hopefully some pics tomorrow! I think her coat is getting better too and I've been cleaning her with grooming towelettes so some of that awful smell that she came to us with is gone. Not completely but it's about gone. Her and I have developed a strong bond. If I lay my head on her bed with her while she sleeps, she will put her paw on my face and stare at me. She is my bud. She bites my nose (gently). Only your friends can bite your nose.
This is Sable's blog run by Sable's human (that would be me). Sable would like to tell her story about the horrific neglect and abuse suffered at the hands of a terrible person. And Sable's mom (aka the human) would like to thank all those that have reached out in support of Sable and our family. We cannot even begin to express our gratitude to everyone for the prayers and concern. It has truly touched me beyond words and without a doubt will be instrumental in Sable's recovery.
Lillian,
ReplyDeleteI am Melissa Coleman and you have referred to me on your blog. You have erroneously compiled much information - and now it concerns me. I own an AKC-approved dog breeding program. I am not the "co-owner" or "partner" of Gulf Coast Exotic Felines, as you state. Where do you get your information?
I am personally familiar with Gulf Coast Exotic Felines and know their cats are in beautiful condition, raised in lovely surroundings and cared for impeccably. I visited them just two weeks ago.
I also know you have made a host of untrue statements about Gulf Coast Exotic Felines to the USDA and the local Animal Control. Both
entities investigated, found nothing wrong, both cases were dismissed.
Enough is enough. Your cat is fine and it
is time to settle with the breeder, who I know has made countless attempts to settle with you.
Melissa Coleman