[hellrider 31038] Sunday, February 15, 2009 6:16:03 PM | |
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hello there Snickers.lol. very nice Bev [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by Bev from Sunday, February 15, 2009 9:46:43 AM) | | Bev wrote: | | Here is an updated pic of Snickers, our red shorthair mini-weinerdog
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[devils_child] Sunday, February 15, 2009 4:50:49 PM | |
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It looks like oversized bubblewrap in the bottom of the tank. Do your mate a favour and get some gravel. I have white gravel and red rocks in the bottom of my tank - looks awesome. [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by Vaillant 3.0 from Sunday, February 15, 2009 12:52:14 AM) | | Vaillant 3.0 wrote: | | Not mine, but I'm babysitting my friend's goldfish while she's in SoCal for the three-day weekend to visit relatives. These guys' names are Dave and Mac.
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[spapad] Sunday, February 15, 2009 10:23:56 AM | |
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Cute fish. Yikes, they need a new decorator though. Where is the color? [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by Vaillant 3.0 from Sunday, February 15, 2009 12:52:14 AM) | | Vaillant 3.0 wrote: | | Not mine, but I'm babysitting my friend's goldfish while she's in SoCal for the three-day weekend to visit relatives. These guys' names are Dave and Mac.
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[spapad] Sunday, February 15, 2009 10:19:00 AM | |
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What a cutie! I just want to grab his little face and plant a big kiss on his head! Awwwhhh. [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by Bev from Sunday, February 15, 2009 9:46:43 AM) | | Bev wrote: | | Here is an updated pic of Snickers, our red shorthair mini-weinerdog
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[Bev] Sunday, February 15, 2009 9:46:43 AM | |
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Here is an updated pic of Snickers, our red shorthair mini-weinerdog
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[Vaillant 3.0] Sunday, February 15, 2009 1:01:33 AM | |
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HA!!!!!!!!!! Not on your life, sport!! [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by guidogodoy from Sunday, February 15, 2009 12:56:30 AM) | | guidogodoy wrote: | | Fishsitter! <====I triple dog dare you to say THAT three times fast! | | Vaillant 3.0 wrote: | | Not mine, but I'm babysitting my friend's goldfish while she's in SoCal for the three-day weekend to visit relatives. These guys' names are Dave and Mac.
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[guidogodoy] Sunday, February 15, 2009 12:56:30 AM | |
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Fishsitter! <====I triple dog dare you to say THAT three times fast! [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by Vaillant 3.0 from Sunday, February 15, 2009 12:52:14 AM) | | Vaillant 3.0 wrote: | | Not mine, but I'm babysitting my friend's goldfish while she's in SoCal for the three-day weekend to visit relatives. These guys' names are Dave and Mac.
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[Vaillant 3.0] Sunday, February 15, 2009 12:52:14 AM | |
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Not mine, but I'm babysitting my friend's goldfish while she's in SoCal for the three-day weekend to visit relatives. These guys' names are Dave and Mac.
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[Phantom A6] Saturday, February 14, 2009 10:33:13 PM | |
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Yes, they are together - forever and that's good.
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[spapad] Saturday, February 14, 2009 10:31:39 PM | |
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Michael, she's a beauty. She's running with Bella now, and they are happy! [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by Phantom A6 from Saturday, February 14, 2009 10:28:50 PM) | | Phantom A6 wrote: | | My sweetie Puma (RIP). It was a "shoot in the dark"
in our back yard 'Cause it was impossible to see her in the dark.
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[spapad] Saturday, February 14, 2009 10:30:21 PM | |
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I bet she was a sweet thing, post a picture of her if you have one. [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by METALHEAD128 from Saturday, February 14, 2009 10:25:53 PM) | | METALHEAD128 wrote: | | thanks becks, she was a real metalhead right until the end. |
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[Phantom A6] Saturday, February 14, 2009 10:28:50 PM | |
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My sweetie Puma (RIP). It was a "shoot in the dark"
in our back yard 'Cause it was impossible to see her in the dark.
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[METALHEAD128] Saturday, February 14, 2009 10:25:53 PM | |
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thanks becks, she was a real metalhead right until the end. |
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[Becks] Saturday, February 14, 2009 10:14:21 PM | |
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Your kitty sounds like on cool metal cat, Metalhead! RIP kitty. |
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[hellrider 31038] Saturday, February 14, 2009 10:10:25 PM | |
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sorry to hear METALHEAD128. [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by METALHEAD128 from Saturday, February 14, 2009 10:02:17 PM) | | METALHEAD128 wrote: | | today would have been my cat's 19th b-day, sadly I had to put her down 05/22/07. She toured with me and my band. If she saw me hooking up my rig she would get ready 2 rock !! She used 2 either sit on my shoulder when I was rehearsing or curl up in my guitar case!! |
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[METALHEAD128] Saturday, February 14, 2009 10:02:17 PM | |
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today would have been my cat's 19th b-day, sadly I had to put her down 05/22/07. She toured with me and my band. If she saw me hooking up my rig she would get ready 2 rock !! She used 2 either sit on my shoulder when I was rehearsing or curl up in my guitar case!! |
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[mgdman] Saturday, February 14, 2009 9:48:25 PM | |
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Great news Joe!! He looks to be on his way back
to running with his buddy! Best of luck [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Friday, February 13, 2009 12:41:58 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | Well, here he is, one day short of a week after the accident. This guy is such a little fighter! Can you believe he's already up and walking? On the second morning home, he could manage to walk from the bed to the bedroom door where he'd just collapse and meow at me. (He gets very frustrated when I leave the house early morning to go cycling). Now, less than a week later, he's managing to walk unaided from the bedroom all the way to the living room. I'm trying to keep him still but he just wants to move around.
If you look at his back, you can see the dent near his tail area where the fracture is. I haven't got a photo of him sitting up but he's even looking straighter nowdays. When he first started sitting up, his back legs looked like they were falling in opposite directions, he's managing to keep them more together now.
Somewhere on this carpet is a blue russian (master at disguise even when he's injured lol).
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[devils_child] Saturday, February 14, 2009 9:45:24 PM | |
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Yeaaaah!!!! Go Yuda! Obviously a fighter.. best of luck with him Joe... [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Friday, February 13, 2009 12:41:58 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | Well, here he is, one day short of a week after the accident. This guy is such a little fighter! Can you believe he's already up and walking? On the second morning home, he could manage to walk from the bed to the bedroom door where he'd just collapse and meow at me. (He gets very frustrated when I leave the house early morning to go cycling). Now, less than a week later, he's managing to walk unaided from the bedroom all the way to the living room. I'm trying to keep him still but he just wants to move around.
If you look at his back, you can see the dent near his tail area where the fracture is. I haven't got a photo of him sitting up but he's even looking straighter nowdays. When he first started sitting up, his back legs looked like they were falling in opposite directions, he's managing to keep them more together now.
Somewhere on this carpet is a blue russian (master at disguise even when he's injured lol).
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[spapad] Friday, February 13, 2009 5:06:31 PM | |
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Joe, that is great news! Go Yuda! The miracle kitty! [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Friday, February 13, 2009 12:41:58 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | Well, here he is, one day short of a week after the accident. This guy is such a little fighter! Can you believe he's already up and walking? On the second morning home, he could manage to walk from the bed to the bedroom door where he'd just collapse and meow at me. (He gets very frustrated when I leave the house early morning to go cycling). Now, less than a week later, he's managing to walk unaided from the bedroom all the way to the living room. I'm trying to keep him still but he just wants to move around.
If you look at his back, you can see the dent near his tail area where the fracture is. I haven't got a photo of him sitting up but he's even looking straighter nowdays. When he first started sitting up, his back legs looked like they were falling in opposite directions, he's managing to keep them more together now.
Somewhere on this carpet is a blue russian (master at disguise even when he's injured lol).
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[SWILSO61] Friday, February 13, 2009 3:36:54 PM | |
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Good to hear that the cat is well, Mrs Slocombe will be pleased! Any Priest fans out there goingt to the home town gig tomorrow? |
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[Becks] Friday, February 13, 2009 1:52:33 PM | |
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WOW Joe, what an amazing little fighter you have there! Sounds like Yuda is making good progress, long may it continue! Edited at: Friday, February 13, 2009 1:52:52 PM |
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[joedraper] Friday, February 13, 2009 12:41:58 PM | |
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Well, here he is, one day short of a week after the accident. This guy is such a little fighter! Can you believe he's already up and walking? On the second morning home, he could manage to walk from the bed to the bedroom door where he'd just collapse and meow at me. (He gets very frustrated when I leave the house early morning to go cycling). Now, less than a week later, he's managing to walk unaided from the bedroom all the way to the living room. I'm trying to keep him still but he just wants to move around.
If you look at his back, you can see the dent near his tail area where the fracture is. I haven't got a photo of him sitting up but he's even looking straighter nowdays. When he first started sitting up, his back legs looked like they were falling in opposite directions, he's managing to keep them more together now.
Somewhere on this carpet is a blue russian (master at disguise even when he's injured lol).
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[blackshadow] Tuesday, February 10, 2009 2:16:14 PM | |
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Wow! That's great news, Joe. You had me in tears when you told me he was going to be ok. I was so happy for you and him. He is one very lucky kitten to have such a loving and caring "mother". I was so worried about him that I never slept on Saturday night. May he get stonger and live a long and happy life. :) [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Sunday, February 08, 2009 1:54:03 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | Thank you all so much for your comforting words, support and genuine well wishes.
I'm sure that you all played a part in the news that I recieved late this morning:
Yuda does not have a broken back (thank God!) He does however have a severe pelvic fracture and his ball joint in his leg is split in two. The vet says that his options are to have a surgery that will cost me around R10 000 (not sure what that converts back to in your currency, I think it's around US$ 1000 I think we're R10 to the dollar now) Anyways, so if he has that surgery, there is no guarantee that he will have any more mobitliy than if he's left to heal naturally. Also, recovery will take a minimum of eight to nine months. If his ball joint is not healed in three months then it will have to be removed.. I'm not sure if this will mean just removing the joint or removing the entire leg. I'm hoping neither will have to go.
If all goes well, I'll be able to bring him home and start nursing him back to health tomorrow. Craig (my husband) wants me to take him to a vet that we both have great respect for as a second opinion. We only stopped seeing her because we moved to another city. She's about an hours drive from where we currently live so I'm thinking of taking Yuda's X-rays to her first for analysis rather than put him through a painful, long car journey.
I'll take what ever advice hers is and then we'll take it from there. I'm just so thankful that his back is not broken. He'll have a permanent limp (according to the vet who's seeing him now) but at least he will be mobile. It's going to be a very long road to recovery but one that I'm commited to.
Thank you all for making this a little more bearable for me. I have had such a rough weekend but I'm only starting to feel some relief now. My baby is going to get through this.
You guys are honestly the best friends that anyone could wish for.
YOU ARE THE BEST!!! and I love you all
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[hellrider 31038] Monday, February 09, 2009 6:13:59 PM | |
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DY-NO-MITE
[Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Sunday, February 08, 2009 1:54:03 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | Thank you all so much for your comforting words, support and genuine well wishes.
I'm sure that you all played a part in the news that I recieved late this morning:
Yuda does not have a broken back (thank God!) He does however have a severe pelvic fracture and his ball joint in his leg is split in two. The vet says that his options are to have a surgery that will cost me around R10 000 (not sure what that converts back to in your currency, I think it's around US$ 1000 I think we're R10 to the dollar now) Anyways, so if he has that surgery, there is no guarantee that he will have any more mobitliy than if he's left to heal naturally. Also, recovery will take a minimum of eight to nine months. If his ball joint is not healed in three months then it will have to be removed.. I'm not sure if this will mean just removing the joint or removing the entire leg. I'm hoping neither will have to go.
If all goes well, I'll be able to bring him home and start nursing him back to health tomorrow. Craig (my husband) wants me to take him to a vet that we both have great respect for as a second opinion. We only stopped seeing her because we moved to another city. She's about an hours drive from where we currently live so I'm thinking of taking Yuda's X-rays to her first for analysis rather than put him through a painful, long car journey.
I'll take what ever advice hers is and then we'll take it from there. I'm just so thankful that his back is not broken. He'll have a permanent limp (according to the vet who's seeing him now) but at least he will be mobile. It's going to be a very long road to recovery but one that I'm commited to.
Thank you all for making this a little more bearable for me. I have had such a rough weekend but I'm only starting to feel some relief now. My baby is going to get through this.
You guys are honestly the best friends that anyone could wish for.
YOU ARE THE BEST!!! and I love you all
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[adrianaec_88] Sunday, February 08, 2009 7:26:41 PM | |
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I'm so glad to hear that Yuda doesn't have a broken back!
it's going to be a long recovery but he will be alright, he's going to get through it, I'm sure you're going to take good care of him... and I think you should get thet second opinion.. I leave this one for you
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joedraper wrote: |
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Thank you all so much for your comforting words, support and genuine well wishes.
I'm sure that you all played a part in the news that I recieved late this morning:
Yuda does not have a broken back (thank God!) He does however have a severe pelvic fracture and his ball joint in his leg is split in two. The vet says that his options are to have a surgery that will cost me around R10 000 (not sure what that converts back to in your currency, I think it's around US$ 1000 I think we're R10 to the dollar now) Anyways, so if he has that surgery, there is no guarantee that he will have any more mobitliy than if he's left to heal naturally. Also, recovery will take a minimum of eight to nine months. If his ball joint is not healed in three months then it will have to be removed.. I'm not sure if this will mean just removing the joint or removing the entire leg. I'm hoping neither will have to go.
If all goes well, I'll be able to bring him home and start nursing him back to health tomorrow. Craig (my husband) wants me to take him to a vet that we both have great respect for as a second opinion. We only stopped seeing her because we moved to another city. She's about an hours drive from where we currently live so I'm thinking of taking Yuda's X-rays to her first for analysis rather than put him through a painful, long car journey.
I'll take what ever advice hers is and then we'll take it from there. I'm just so thankful that his back is not broken. He'll have a permanent limp (according to the vet who's seeing him now) but at least he will be mobile. It's going to be a very long road to recovery but one that I'm commited to.
Thank you all for making this a little more bearable for me. I have had such a rough weekend but I'm only starting to feel some relief now. My baby is going to get through this.
You guys are honestly the best friends that anyone could wish for.
YOU ARE THE BEST!!! and I love you all
xxx
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[Becks] Sunday, February 08, 2009 7:04:11 PM | |
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Thank goodness Joe! I am so glad to hear that Yuda doesn't have a broken back, like others have said, animals are very resilient, and your kitty is so lucky to have such a loving and caring owner |
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[~ MG_Metalgoddess~] Sunday, February 08, 2009 6:14:19 PM | |
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Oh thank god!!!!! Yes I would get a 2nd opinion... it wouldnt hurt anything,, and you may get a better understanding, on his recovery options.... Iam so happy Joe... I thought about you often today!!!!!!!
Luv Ya MG~ [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Sunday, February 08, 2009 1:54:03 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | Thank you all so much for your comforting words, support and genuine well wishes.
I'm sure that you all played a part in the news that I recieved late this morning:
Yuda does not have a broken back (thank God!) He does however have a severe pelvic fracture and his ball joint in his leg is split in two. The vet says that his options are to have a surgery that will cost me around R10 000 (not sure what that converts back to in your currency, I think it's around US$ 1000 I think we're R10 to the dollar now) Anyways, so if he has that surgery, there is no guarantee that he will have any more mobitliy than if he's left to heal naturally. Also, recovery will take a minimum of eight to nine months. If his ball joint is not healed in three months then it will have to be removed.. I'm not sure if this will mean just removing the joint or removing the entire leg. I'm hoping neither will have to go.
If all goes well, I'll be able to bring him home and start nursing him back to health tomorrow. Craig (my husband) wants me to take him to a vet that we both have great respect for as a second opinion. We only stopped seeing her because we moved to another city. She's about an hours drive from where we currently live so I'm thinking of taking Yuda's X-rays to her first for analysis rather than put him through a painful, long car journey.
I'll take what ever advice hers is and then we'll take it from there. I'm just so thankful that his back is not broken. He'll have a permanent limp (according to the vet who's seeing him now) but at least he will be mobile. It's going to be a very long road to recovery but one that I'm commited to.
Thank you all for making this a little more bearable for me. I have had such a rough weekend but I'm only starting to feel some relief now. My baby is going to get through this.
You guys are honestly the best friends that anyone could wish for.
YOU ARE THE BEST!!! and I love you all
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[devils_child] Sunday, February 08, 2009 6:04:26 PM | |
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Very good to hear that Yuda is going to live, Animals do very well at pulling through injury - I'm sure he'll be fighting fit before you know it. It's also good to know that such a gorgeous kitty has a loving and attentive owner who will not give up on him. Best of luck with his rehabilitation! [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Sunday, February 08, 2009 1:54:03 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | Thank you all so much for your comforting words, support and genuine well wishes.
I'm sure that you all played a part in the news that I recieved late this morning:
Yuda does not have a broken back (thank God!) He does however have a severe pelvic fracture and his ball joint in his leg is split in two. The vet says that his options are to have a surgery that will cost me around R10 000 (not sure what that converts back to in your currency, I think it's around US$ 1000 I think we're R10 to the dollar now) Anyways, so if he has that surgery, there is no guarantee that he will have any more mobitliy than if he's left to heal naturally. Also, recovery will take a minimum of eight to nine months. If his ball joint is not healed in three months then it will have to be removed.. I'm not sure if this will mean just removing the joint or removing the entire leg. I'm hoping neither will have to go.
If all goes well, I'll be able to bring him home and start nursing him back to health tomorrow. Craig (my husband) wants me to take him to a vet that we both have great respect for as a second opinion. We only stopped seeing her because we moved to another city. She's about an hours drive from where we currently live so I'm thinking of taking Yuda's X-rays to her first for analysis rather than put him through a painful, long car journey.
I'll take what ever advice hers is and then we'll take it from there. I'm just so thankful that his back is not broken. He'll have a permanent limp (according to the vet who's seeing him now) but at least he will be mobile. It's going to be a very long road to recovery but one that I'm commited to.
Thank you all for making this a little more bearable for me. I have had such a rough weekend but I'm only starting to feel some relief now. My baby is going to get through this.
You guys are honestly the best friends that anyone could wish for.
YOU ARE THE BEST!!! and I love you all
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[Jeanine] Sunday, February 08, 2009 5:53:59 PM | |
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Joe, glad to hear you have more time with Yuda. He is lucky you love him so much. [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Sunday, February 08, 2009 1:54:03 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | Thank you all so much for your comforting words, support and genuine well wishes.
I'm sure that you all played a part in the news that I recieved late this morning:
Yuda does not have a broken back (thank God!) He does however have a severe pelvic fracture and his ball joint in his leg is split in two. The vet says that his options are to have a surgery that will cost me around R10 000 (not sure what that converts back to in your currency, I think it's around US$ 1000 I think we're R10 to the dollar now) Anyways, so if he has that surgery, there is no guarantee that he will have any more mobitliy than if he's left to heal naturally. Also, recovery will take a minimum of eight to nine months. If his ball joint is not healed in three months then it will have to be removed.. I'm not sure if this will mean just removing the joint or removing the entire leg. I'm hoping neither will have to go.
If all goes well, I'll be able to bring him home and start nursing him back to health tomorrow. Craig (my husband) wants me to take him to a vet that we both have great respect for as a second opinion. We only stopped seeing her because we moved to another city. She's about an hours drive from where we currently live so I'm thinking of taking Yuda's X-rays to her first for analysis rather than put him through a painful, long car journey.
I'll take what ever advice hers is and then we'll take it from there. I'm just so thankful that his back is not broken. He'll have a permanent limp (according to the vet who's seeing him now) but at least he will be mobile. It's going to be a very long road to recovery but one that I'm commited to.
Thank you all for making this a little more bearable for me. I have had such a rough weekend but I'm only starting to feel some relief now. My baby is going to get through this.
You guys are honestly the best friends that anyone could wish for.
YOU ARE THE BEST!!! and I love you all
xxx |
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[Head banger] Sunday, February 08, 2009 2:27:01 PM | |
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thats great news. hope that the news keeps going on the best path. [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Sunday, February 08, 2009 1:54:03 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | Thank you all so much for your comforting words, support and genuine well wishes.
I'm sure that you all played a part in the news that I recieved late this morning:
Yuda does not have a broken back (thank God!) He does however have a severe pelvic fracture and his ball joint in his leg is split in two. The vet says that his options are to have a surgery that will cost me around R10 000 (not sure what that converts back to in your currency, I think it's around US$ 1000 I think we're R10 to the dollar now) Anyways, so if he has that surgery, there is no guarantee that he will have any more mobitliy than if he's left to heal naturally. Also, recovery will take a minimum of eight to nine months. If his ball joint is not healed in three months then it will have to be removed.. I'm not sure if this will mean just removing the joint or removing the entire leg. I'm hoping neither will have to go.
If all goes well, I'll be able to bring him home and start nursing him back to health tomorrow. Craig (my husband) wants me to take him to a vet that we both have great respect for as a second opinion. We only stopped seeing her because we moved to another city. She's about an hours drive from where we currently live so I'm thinking of taking Yuda's X-rays to her first for analysis rather than put him through a painful, long car journey.
I'll take what ever advice hers is and then we'll take it from there. I'm just so thankful that his back is not broken. He'll have a permanent limp (according to the vet who's seeing him now) but at least he will be mobile. It's going to be a very long road to recovery but one that I'm commited to.
Thank you all for making this a little more bearable for me. I have had such a rough weekend but I'm only starting to feel some relief now. My baby is going to get through this.
You guys are honestly the best friends that anyone could wish for.
YOU ARE THE BEST!!! and I love you all
xxx |
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[spapad] Sunday, February 08, 2009 2:23:12 PM | |
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It's good news Joe. My sister had a dog hit by a car when he was about a year old and the vet had to put his shoulder back together with brackets and screws and said at best the dog would be able to walk again, but running would not be an option for him. That was 18 years ago. That dog just passed away last year and he ran everyday of his life. There are miracles don't give up. [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Sunday, February 08, 2009 1:54:03 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | Thank you all so much for your comforting words, support and genuine well wishes.
I'm sure that you all played a part in the news that I recieved late this morning:
Yuda does not have a broken back (thank God!) He does however have a severe pelvic fracture and his ball joint in his leg is split in two. The vet says that his options are to have a surgery that will cost me around R10 000 (not sure what that converts back to in your currency, I think it's around US$ 1000 I think we're R10 to the dollar now) Anyways, so if he has that surgery, there is no guarantee that he will have any more mobitliy than if he's left to heal naturally. Also, recovery will take a minimum of eight to nine months. If his ball joint is not healed in three months then it will have to be removed.. I'm not sure if this will mean just removing the joint or removing the entire leg. I'm hoping neither will have to go.
If all goes well, I'll be able to bring him home and start nursing him back to health tomorrow. Craig (my husband) wants me to take him to a vet that we both have great respect for as a second opinion. We only stopped seeing her because we moved to another city. She's about an hours drive from where we currently live so I'm thinking of taking Yuda's X-rays to her first for analysis rather than put him through a painful, long car journey.
I'll take what ever advice hers is and then we'll take it from there. I'm just so thankful that his back is not broken. He'll have a permanent limp (according to the vet who's seeing him now) but at least he will be mobile. It's going to be a very long road to recovery but one that I'm commited to.
Thank you all for making this a little more bearable for me. I have had such a rough weekend but I'm only starting to feel some relief now. My baby is going to get through this.
You guys are honestly the best friends that anyone could wish for.
YOU ARE THE BEST!!! and I love you all
xxx |
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[ron h] Sunday, February 08, 2009 2:12:54 PM | |
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Hi Joe...I'm really glad to hear Yuda's going to make it......I know there's a lot yet to be done, but he's gonna live!!!...The connection you two have is not over!!! Good luck...I hope your other vet can improve on the situation...I'll keep my fingers crossed for you guys!!! Hugs... [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Sunday, February 08, 2009 1:54:03 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | Thank you all so much for your comforting words, support and genuine well wishes.
I'm sure that you all played a part in the news that I recieved late this morning:
Yuda does not have a broken back (thank God!) He does however have a severe pelvic fracture and his ball joint in his leg is split in two. The vet says that his options are to have a surgery that will cost me around R10 000 (not sure what that converts back to in your currency, I think it's around US$ 1000 I think we're R10 to the dollar now) Anyways, so if he has that surgery, there is no guarantee that he will have any more mobitliy than if he's left to heal naturally. Also, recovery will take a minimum of eight to nine months. If his ball joint is not healed in three months then it will have to be removed.. I'm not sure if this will mean just removing the joint or removing the entire leg. I'm hoping neither will have to go.
If all goes well, I'll be able to bring him home and start nursing him back to health tomorrow. Craig (my husband) wants me to take him to a vet that we both have great respect for as a second opinion. We only stopped seeing her because we moved to another city. She's about an hours drive from where we currently live so I'm thinking of taking Yuda's X-rays to her first for analysis rather than put him through a painful, long car journey.
I'll take what ever advice hers is and then we'll take it from there. I'm just so thankful that his back is not broken. He'll have a permanent limp (according to the vet who's seeing him now) but at least he will be mobile. It's going to be a very long road to recovery but one that I'm commited to.
Thank you all for making this a little more bearable for me. I have had such a rough weekend but I'm only starting to feel some relief now. My baby is going to get through this.
You guys are honestly the best friends that anyone could wish for.
YOU ARE THE BEST!!! and I love you all
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[joedraper] Sunday, February 08, 2009 1:54:03 PM | |
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Thank you all so much for your comforting words, support and genuine well wishes.
I'm sure that you all played a part in the news that I recieved late this morning:
Yuda does not have a broken back (thank God!) He does however have a severe pelvic fracture and his ball joint in his leg is split in two. The vet says that his options are to have a surgery that will cost me around R10 000 (not sure what that converts back to in your currency, I think it's around US$ 1000 I think we're R10 to the dollar now) Anyways, so if he has that surgery, there is no guarantee that he will have any more mobitliy than if he's left to heal naturally. Also, recovery will take a minimum of eight to nine months. If his ball joint is not healed in three months then it will have to be removed.. I'm not sure if this will mean just removing the joint or removing the entire leg. I'm hoping neither will have to go.
If all goes well, I'll be able to bring him home and start nursing him back to health tomorrow. Craig (my husband) wants me to take him to a vet that we both have great respect for as a second opinion. We only stopped seeing her because we moved to another city. She's about an hours drive from where we currently live so I'm thinking of taking Yuda's X-rays to her first for analysis rather than put him through a painful, long car journey.
I'll take what ever advice hers is and then we'll take it from there. I'm just so thankful that his back is not broken. He'll have a permanent limp (according to the vet who's seeing him now) but at least he will be mobile. It's going to be a very long road to recovery but one that I'm commited to.
Thank you all for making this a little more bearable for me. I have had such a rough weekend but I'm only starting to feel some relief now. My baby is going to get through this.
You guys are honestly the best friends that anyone could wish for.
YOU ARE THE BEST!!! and I love you all
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[Bev] Sunday, February 08, 2009 8:21:27 AM | |
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... still have Yuda in thoughts. Hope you can come take comfort in well wishes soon, Joe |
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[Vaillant 3.0] Sunday, February 08, 2009 1:32:53 AM | |
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Holy jesus!!! Poor Yuda!!!!!! I'm so sorry, Joe!! I hope he recovers. [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Saturday, February 07, 2009 3:11:13 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | I'm devestated.
My beautiful kitten Yuda, was hit by a car earlier. He's sleeping at the vet tonight. I found him outside our front lawn at about 12am today. He was meowing frantically at me and I realized something was terribly wrong. I rushed him to the vet and he was in severe shock, had blood in his lung and now the vet suspects a broken back. I really need this kitten to pull through. We've connected on such a deep level. He' is obsessed with me. Chews my fingers at night, sleeps on top of me and is everywhere I go. How could this have happened? The vet still hasn't taken an xray because he says Yuda is still in shock and it is not safe yet. If his back is indeed broken, the vet is going to suggest euthanasia. I just cannot deal with this. I know that they are most probably giving me the worst case scenario but.. I'm just not capable of dealing with this.
Please use whatever beliefs, and positive energy you may have in bringing my baby home safe to recover and lead a full life. I love this little guy.. I can't loose him.
PS: Derek (the Jack Russel) and Yuda are the best of pals. Derek doesn't understand where his mate is right now. |
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[Becks] Sunday, February 08, 2009 1:30:23 AM | |
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I'm only new here, but I'm sending my love and thoughts out to your beloved Yuda, Joe. My two feline friends Scooter and Marmite and sending healing purrs also, and my dog Buddy is sending licks and sniffs. I'm a huge animal lover, like most others I know what it's like when a pet gets hurt. Hugs being sent your way! *hugs* |
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[mgdman] Saturday, February 07, 2009 11:47:02 PM | |
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I'm sorry to hear about your buddy Joe. Being an animal loverI'll send all my best to Karma to Yuda and You! hope all turns
out well. [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Saturday, February 07, 2009 3:11:13 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | I'm devestated.
My beautiful kitten Yuda, was hit by a car earlier. He's sleeping at the vet tonight. I found him outside our front lawn at about 12am today. He was meowing frantically at me and I realized something was terribly wrong. I rushed him to the vet and he was in severe shock, had blood in his lung and now the vet suspects a broken back. I really need this kitten to pull through. We've connected on such a deep level. He' is obsessed with me. Chews my fingers at night, sleeps on top of me and is everywhere I go. How could this have happened? The vet still hasn't taken an xray because he says Yuda is still in shock and it is not safe yet. If his back is indeed broken, the vet is going to suggest euthanasia. I just cannot deal with this. I know that they are most probably giving me the worst case scenario but.. I'm just not capable of dealing with this.
Please use whatever beliefs, and positive energy you may have in bringing my baby home safe to recover and lead a full life. I love this little guy.. I can't loose him.
PS: Derek (the Jack Russel) and Yuda are the best of pals. Derek doesn't understand where his mate is right now. |
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[devils_child] Saturday, February 07, 2009 9:49:06 PM | |
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OMG!!! Poor Yuda, the little Russian sweetheart... My darling, all of my prayers are with you and Yuda, I hope for the best possible outcome. I Understand excatly how you must be feeling, If you need to talk about it, or just need to vent please PM me, I am here for you. Take care, and send Yuda my love. |
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[Phantom A6] Saturday, February 07, 2009 9:08:03 PM | |
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Dear Joe,
I'm so sad to hear about little Yuda's accident.
All my love and prayers goes to you and little Yuda.
I hope everything's going to be alright.
Love,
-Michael- [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Saturday, February 07, 2009 3:11:13 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | I'm devestated.
My beautiful kitten Yuda, was hit by a car earlier. He's sleeping at the vet tonight. I found him outside our front lawn at about 12am today. He was meowing frantically at me and I realized something was terribly wrong. I rushed him to the vet and he was in severe shock, had blood in his lung and now the vet suspects a broken back. I really need this kitten to pull through. We've connected on such a deep level. He' is obsessed with me. Chews my fingers at night, sleeps on top of me and is everywhere I go. How could this have happened? The vet still hasn't taken an xray because he says Yuda is still in shock and it is not safe yet. If his back is indeed broken, the vet is going to suggest euthanasia. I just cannot deal with this. I know that they are most probably giving me the worst case scenario but.. I'm just not capable of dealing with this.
Please use whatever beliefs, and positive energy you may have in bringing my baby home safe to recover and lead a full life. I love this little guy.. I can't loose him.
PS: Derek (the Jack Russel) and Yuda are the best of pals. Derek doesn't understand where his mate is right now. |
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[adrianaec_88] Saturday, February 07, 2009 9:01:20 PM | |
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Joe I felt really really sad when read you post, one can't even imagine how it must feel to be in your position
all I can say is that my best wishes are with you and Yuda, lots of hugs [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Saturday, February 07, 2009 3:11:13 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | I'm devestated.
My beautiful kitten Yuda, was hit by a car earlier. He's sleeping at the vet tonight. I found him outside our front lawn at about 12am today. He was meowing frantically at me and I realized something was terribly wrong. I rushed him to the vet and he was in severe shock, had blood in his lung and now the vet suspects a broken back. I really need this kitten to pull through. We've connected on such a deep level. He' is obsessed with me. Chews my fingers at night, sleeps on top of me and is everywhere I go. How could this have happened? The vet still hasn't taken an xray because he says Yuda is still in shock and it is not safe yet. If his back is indeed broken, the vet is going to suggest euthanasia. I just cannot deal with this. I know that they are most probably giving me the worst case scenario but.. I'm just not capable of dealing with this.
Please use whatever beliefs, and positive energy you may have in bringing my baby home safe to recover and lead a full life. I love this little guy.. I can't loose him.
PS: Derek (the Jack Russel) and Yuda are the best of pals. Derek doesn't understand where his mate is right now. |
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[hellrider 31038] Saturday, February 07, 2009 8:50:23 PM | |
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im very sorry to hear joe.keep the faith he will be allright and be back home again with you real soon.if the vet suggest the worst keep in mind its allways a good idea to get a second opinion.there are alot of bad vets out there [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Saturday, February 07, 2009 3:11:13 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | I'm devestated.
My beautiful kitten Yuda, was hit by a car earlier. He's sleeping at the vet tonight. I found him outside our front lawn at about 12am today. He was meowing frantically at me and I realized something was terribly wrong. I rushed him to the vet and he was in severe shock, had blood in his lung and now the vet suspects a broken back. I really need this kitten to pull through. We've connected on such a deep level. He' is obsessed with me. Chews my fingers at night, sleeps on top of me and is everywhere I go. How could this have happened? The vet still hasn't taken an xray because he says Yuda is still in shock and it is not safe yet. If his back is indeed broken, the vet is going to suggest euthanasia. I just cannot deal with this. I know that they are most probably giving me the worst case scenario but.. I'm just not capable of dealing with this.
Please use whatever beliefs, and positive energy you may have in bringing my baby home safe to recover and lead a full life. I love this little guy.. I can't loose him.
PS: Derek (the Jack Russel) and Yuda are the best of pals. Derek doesn't understand where his mate is right now. |
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[~ MG_Metalgoddess~] Saturday, February 07, 2009 7:31:36 PM | |
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Oh Joe.... I cried when I read your post.... Iam so sorry.... I hope and pray everyting will be fine..
I have slept on the floor in the er vets office with my pets.. just touchinbg their paw.. I know how upset you are...
Honey.. Iam thinking about you,,,
I send you Kitty Angle to watch over Yuda.......... Love you sis... Hugs MG~
[Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Saturday, February 07, 2009 3:11:13 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | I'm devestated.
My beautiful kitten Yuda, was hit by a car earlier. He's sleeping at the vet tonight. I found him outside our front lawn at about 12am today. He was meowing frantically at me and I realized something was terribly wrong. I rushed him to the vet and he was in severe shock, had blood in his lung and now the vet suspects a broken back. I really need this kitten to pull through. We've connected on such a deep level. He' is obsessed with me. Chews my fingers at night, sleeps on top of me and is everywhere I go. How could this have happened? The vet still hasn't taken an xray because he says Yuda is still in shock and it is not safe yet. If his back is indeed broken, the vet is going to suggest euthanasia. I just cannot deal with this. I know that they are most probably giving me the worst case scenario but.. I'm just not capable of dealing with this.
Please use whatever beliefs, and positive energy you may have in bringing my baby home safe to recover and lead a full life. I love this little guy.. I can't loose him.
PS: Derek (the Jack Russel) and Yuda are the best of pals. Derek doesn't understand where his mate is right now. |
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[blackshadow] Saturday, February 07, 2009 7:21:23 PM | |
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I know we "spoke" earlier yesterday and again I want to say how very sorry I am to hear about little Yuda's accident. I also hope that there was by chance a witness who saw who the bastard was that hit your beloved cat and didn't even stop to assist. I'm an animal lover like a lot of the wonderful people on this noticeboard and I am holding thumbs that all will be ok. |
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[guidogodoy] Saturday, February 07, 2009 7:01:48 PM | |
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Ohhhhh, Joe. What horrible news. You know me as an animal lover to the 10th degree.
I pray to Allah, Buddha, God, Rah, Strat for ALL the best. I am certainly sending all best wishes your way, my friend. Please keep us posted. [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Saturday, February 07, 2009 3:11:13 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | I'm devestated.
My beautiful kitten Yuda, was hit by a car earlier. He's sleeping at the vet tonight. I found him outside our front lawn at about 12am today. He was meowing frantically at me and I realized something was terribly wrong. I rushed him to the vet and he was in severe shock, had blood in his lung and now the vet suspects a broken back. I really need this kitten to pull through. We've connected on such a deep level. He' is obsessed with me. Chews my fingers at night, sleeps on top of me and is everywhere I go. How could this have happened? The vet still hasn't taken an xray because he says Yuda is still in shock and it is not safe yet. If his back is indeed broken, the vet is going to suggest euthanasia. I just cannot deal with this. I know that they are most probably giving me the worst case scenario but.. I'm just not capable of dealing with this.
Please use whatever beliefs, and positive energy you may have in bringing my baby home safe to recover and lead a full life. I love this little guy.. I can't loose him.
PS: Derek (the Jack Russel) and Yuda are the best of pals. Derek doesn't understand where his mate is right now. |
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[spapad] Saturday, February 07, 2009 3:42:13 PM | |
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Joe, I am so very sorry to hear about you cat. It's awful news.
I will pray for the baby Yuda to make a full recovery and, if the worst case should be the case, I will pray for you to have the heart both strong and loving to make the right decision, which I know you will.
My heart goes out to you Joe, I know your pain my dear, Sending you big hugs! ((((((((((((((((((((( ))))))))))))))))))))))))) [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Saturday, February 07, 2009 3:11:13 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | I'm devestated.
My beautiful kitten Yuda, was hit by a car earlier. He's sleeping at the vet tonight. I found him outside our front lawn at about 12am today. He was meowing frantically at me and I realized something was terribly wrong. I rushed him to the vet and he was in severe shock, had blood in his lung and now the vet suspects a broken back. I really need this kitten to pull through. We've connected on such a deep level. He' is obsessed with me. Chews my fingers at night, sleeps on top of me and is everywhere I go. How could this have happened? The vet still hasn't taken an xray because he says Yuda is still in shock and it is not safe yet. If his back is indeed broken, the vet is going to suggest euthanasia. I just cannot deal with this. I know that they are most probably giving me the worst case scenario but.. I'm just not capable of dealing with this.
Please use whatever beliefs, and positive energy you may have in bringing my baby home safe to recover and lead a full life. I love this little guy.. I can't loose him.
PS: Derek (the Jack Russel) and Yuda are the best of pals. Derek doesn't understand where his mate is right now. |
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[Head banger] Saturday, February 07, 2009 3:20:34 PM | |
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Joe, best wishes to you and the furry one. hope it turns out beter. [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Saturday, February 07, 2009 3:11:13 PM) | | joedraper wrote: | | I'm devestated.
My beautiful kitten Yuda, was hit by a car earlier. He's sleeping at the vet tonight. I found him outside our front lawn at about 12am today. He was meowing frantically at me and I realized something was terribly wrong. I rushed him to the vet and he was in severe shock, had blood in his lung and now the vet suspects a broken back. I really need this kitten to pull through. We've connected on such a deep level. He' is obsessed with me. Chews my fingers at night, sleeps on top of me and is everywhere I go. How could this have happened? The vet still hasn't taken an xray because he says Yuda is still in shock and it is not safe yet. If his back is indeed broken, the vet is going to suggest euthanasia. I just cannot deal with this. I know that they are most probably giving me the worst case scenario but.. I'm just not capable of dealing with this.
Please use whatever beliefs, and positive energy you may have in bringing my baby home safe to recover and lead a full life. I love this little guy.. I can't loose him.
PS: Derek (the Jack Russel) and Yuda are the best of pals. Derek doesn't understand where his mate is right now. |
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[joedraper] Saturday, February 07, 2009 3:11:13 PM | |
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I'm devestated.
My beautiful kitten Yuda, was hit by a car earlier. He's sleeping at the vet tonight. I found him outside our front lawn at about 12am today. He was meowing frantically at me and I realized something was terribly wrong. I rushed him to the vet and he was in severe shock, had blood in his lung and now the vet suspects a broken back. I really need this kitten to pull through. We've connected on such a deep level. He' is obsessed with me. Chews my fingers at night, sleeps on top of me and is everywhere I go. How could this have happened? The vet still hasn't taken an xray because he says Yuda is still in shock and it is not safe yet. If his back is indeed broken, the vet is going to suggest euthanasia. I just cannot deal with this. I know that they are most probably giving me the worst case scenario but.. I'm just not capable of dealing with this.
Please use whatever beliefs, and positive energy you may have in bringing my baby home safe to recover and lead a full life. I love this little guy.. I can't loose him.
PS: Derek (the Jack Russel) and Yuda are the best of pals. Derek doesn't understand where his mate is right now. |
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[Jeanine] Sunday, February 01, 2009 4:25:31 PM | |
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Spapad, so sorry to hear about Bella. Poor baby. Such a short time in our lives, but such an impact. HUGS to you and your daughter for your loss. |
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[Natz] Sunday, February 01, 2009 4:57:56 AM | |
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I'm sorry to hear that spapad, I completely understand how it feels, I lost mine in september last year. It hurts like hell. But yes, they leave meany fantastic memories, and at least they never die in our head and hearts. I know it sounds sad, but I hope we are lucky enough to meet them again one day. xx |
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[hellrider 31038] Saturday, January 31, 2009 8:18:16 PM | |
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