tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post1379275908444806463..comments2024-03-28T15:02:05.645-07:00Comments on I Have Three Cats: Next Through the Revolving Hospital Door...John Bellenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10946140614088069665noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-423932459874468632018-11-12T22:01:33.160-08:002018-11-12T22:01:33.160-08:00Clementine sounds like she's found a loving fr...Clementine sounds like she's found a loving friend.John Bellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10946140614088069665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-77331747005712621912018-11-10T12:41:29.064-08:002018-11-10T12:41:29.064-08:00Poor Tucker, I sure wish our cats could tell us wh...Poor Tucker, I sure wish our cats could tell us what is going on with them. I agree you are doing your best, both emotionally and financially. Purrs from the kitties.Sakuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11508656442667275102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-49836970360428092512018-11-10T10:12:15.691-08:002018-11-10T10:12:15.691-08:00They hide their discomfort so well, it's bred ...They hide their discomfort so well, it's bred into them because as you know in the wild any sign of weakness could lead to death. I am so sorry that Tucker was in this discomfort but rest easier now knowing it will soon be taken care of and he will feel so much better, as will you.<br /><br />ANGEL ABBYGRACEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08777233381092226583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-59216671864537695522018-11-10T08:07:33.006-08:002018-11-10T08:07:33.006-08:00I can only echo what the others have posted--you w...I can only echo what the others have posted--you were hardly to know what Tucker's problem was. You're one of the best cat parents I know of, and I have always deeply admired your care and dedication.<br /><br />As for the financial aspect, I just wish there was something I could do. If I had any spare cash of my own, I'd be honored to help you out. (WHERE IS THAT WINNING LOTTERY TICKET?!) You're doing the Lord's work, as they say, and I'm praying the Lord--or whoever is running this crazy planet--will give you a hand, somehow.Undinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16214242522330278662noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-51616150493704403832018-11-10T07:27:46.414-08:002018-11-10T07:27:46.414-08:00My Sweet Pea who I recently had put down, was also...My Sweet Pea who I recently had put down, was also a master of hiding pain. He was his normal self until he started bleeding from his mouth one day. I panicked as I already had two cats prior die of oral cancer. Turns out he had four badly infected teeth that had to be removed. Honestly without the bleeding I would never had thought he was even in mild discomfort!<br /><br />On a happier note I can’t remember if I told you about my new cat, Clementine? She just showed up on my porch about 3 weeks after Sweet Pea’s death. Extremely friendly, chunky and ear tipped, I checked with my neighbors and sent my local shelters notice of her but no one came forward. She has now moved into the house with little fanfare from my two resident boys. I do let her out when I go to work though. She is much younger than my boys with energy to spare. I worry if she was in the house all day, she would sleep all day and then want to go out after it’s dark. This way, she’s quite happy coming in when I get home from work. She eats and then sleeps the evening and night away!possumladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08060146825196164963noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-12391728483749866492018-11-10T01:20:20.328-08:002018-11-10T01:20:20.328-08:00Yes. Please let us know if there is a way to help....Yes. Please let us know if there is a way to help.Eileen and Hollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06271478789693495612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-3561059583046188802018-11-10T01:19:38.891-08:002018-11-10T01:19:38.891-08:00Poor Tucker. Don’t blame yourself for not guessing...Poor Tucker. Don’t blame yourself for not guessing the causes for Tucker’s poor health. After visiting three different vet clinics when my Hollybwas I’ll in September and getting numerous possible causes for her discomfort I now realize just how difficult it can be to accurately determine the diagnosis. Eileen and Hollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06271478789693495612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-90660965725821530112018-11-10T00:57:20.271-08:002018-11-10T00:57:20.271-08:00Hi John
Love your blog and all the cats, I've ...Hi John<br />Love your blog and all the cats, I've been following for a long time. (Secretly I'd like to come an live in the cost apartment!) <br />If you were writing for a magazine you'd get paid, so why not for a blog? You do so much good. Maybe set up an Amazon wish list so we could help with cat food?<br />Much Love<br />Liz and Charlie and LokiLizDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01576368839901595973noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-72028616630303301542018-11-10T00:56:47.029-08:002018-11-10T00:56:47.029-08:00Poor Tucker, but please don't blame yourself. ...Poor Tucker, but please don't blame yourself. Cats are so good at hiding their feelings so a problem can go unmissed only too easily. Now you know what is wrong, you are having it addressed and no-one could do more than that. Anyone who reads your posts knows that the cats are your priority and get the very best love and care from you.<br />I also was going to suggest a funding page, but seeing your replies I know that isn't going to happen. <br />If you ever change your mind please let us know. You have a lot of friends here.Memories of Eric and Flynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07895995542393169845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-19353298737672883172018-11-09T22:30:45.339-08:002018-11-09T22:30:45.339-08:00The offers of help I have received are generous an...The offers of help I have received are generous and encouraging. I don't feel I could accept any financial help, but such suggestions are very gladdening, and are worth more than money. Thank you, Roberta.John Bellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10946140614088069665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-32633273433039087762018-11-09T22:28:28.314-08:002018-11-09T22:28:28.314-08:00I couldn't accept such assistance, Kari, as se...I couldn't accept such assistance, Kari, as selfless as it is. All of this expenditure is a bit of a blow, but it is not crippling. You're right in that every bit helps, but so does every kind thought and offer. Thank you.John Bellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10946140614088069665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-21138957482443244972018-11-09T22:25:22.110-08:002018-11-09T22:25:22.110-08:00Thank you very much for your generous thoughts of ...Thank you very much for your generous thoughts of assistance, Julie, but I would always feel a bit of a thief with so many others, worse off than I, going without. Your offer is truly appreciated.John Bellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10946140614088069665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-69548510155102051402018-11-09T17:46:58.018-08:002018-11-09T17:46:58.018-08:00I just read Kari and Julie's comments. I love...I just read Kari and Julie's comments. I loved what they said. I think everyone who has read your blog has grown attached to your cats. (I know I have.) Please let us know how we can help.Robertahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08993528390901569340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-78068460414015765562018-11-09T15:57:35.436-08:002018-11-09T15:57:35.436-08:00Will you allow all of your friends to help with T...Will you allow all of your friends to help with Tucke’s care? Your dear boy has quite a following among your readers. If you feel uncomfortable with accepting help, post your vets name and address or have. “Tucker Fund” at your rescue. I know what its’s like to be inundated with crazy $€£ vet bills. You’re not asking us to help we’re offering. Think about it a bit , will you? All of us may not really make a big dent but every bit helps. <br />You need not post this if it makes you uncomfortable,<br />Karihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01172029625828982319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-27501747595147065802018-11-09T14:20:25.711-08:002018-11-09T14:20:25.711-08:00I am sorry to hear about Tuckers teeth - running a...I am sorry to hear about Tuckers teeth - running a senior home for cats is rather expensive.<br /><br />John - would you consider a donation page for us to help you out? I am sure we could all contribute, even if it is a small amount.<br /><br />JuliePoppy Qhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12271337805172036471noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-35027899373590087462018-11-09T13:05:00.439-08:002018-11-09T13:05:00.439-08:00We dropped by, read several of your posts and unde...We dropped by, read several of your posts and understand why this is a very expensive year for you. Your cats are very fortunate to have someone who cares so much. Our Jan has had to chase a cat in the past that slipped out of a harness, and she says that is terrifying. Glad you and yours had a happy ending. Jans Funny Farmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15291874914770283114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-13691255276251460792018-11-09T11:51:55.498-08:002018-11-09T11:51:55.498-08:00I'm so sorry to hear that Tucker is having pro...I'm so sorry to hear that Tucker is having problems. But please don't judge yourself too harshly, John. Cats are masters at hiding illness, and they can be sick for a long while before we realize it. The important thing is that his physical problems have been noticed and that you are doing what you need to do to get him well again. Please let us know how he is doing.Robertahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08993528390901569340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-81249596558536762592018-11-09T11:42:41.527-08:002018-11-09T11:42:41.527-08:00Don't feel bad, I didn't tell my peeps eit...Don't feel bad, I didn't tell my peeps either and had 15 teeth removed. Boy do I feel better and we wish the same for Tucker.Brian's Home Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08809631273441407139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-9383637303678249802018-11-09T11:04:17.681-08:002018-11-09T11:04:17.681-08:00Aw, poor Tucker. Please don't beat yourself up...Aw, poor Tucker. Please don't beat yourself up over this--you have a lot of cats (and their health issues) to juggle, as well as your non-cat life. You're doing the best you can, and soon Tucker will be feeling much better. N & D are sending their loudest, most potent purrs to him and to you. Keahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06809655107065918944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-56369351590342204632018-11-09T08:31:27.961-08:002018-11-09T08:31:27.961-08:00Poor Tucker and poor you....we hope he is feeling ...Poor Tucker and poor you....we hope he is feeling better soonRandom Felineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02591546634183113556noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-39089231134442189312018-11-09T08:21:03.436-08:002018-11-09T08:21:03.436-08:00We didn't figure out why Chuck wasn't usin...We didn't figure out why Chuck wasn't using the litter box for #2 for YEARS, and we'd pretty much guessed wrong at every turn. Us AND the veterinarians! You take terrific care of your cats; you've found a problem, and are going to get it fixed. Please take heart in that. Sending hugs and purrs for Tucker; hope he can get that dental work done soon. Eastside Catshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04707701446222007049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508973452758369679.post-19015415668814585082018-11-09T07:44:07.100-08:002018-11-09T07:44:07.100-08:00John, Please don't feel you let him down. Yo...John, Please don't feel you let him down. You did there very total best you could and we just can't always guess and hit the mark. We try our whole verybest to read every sign and do everything we can for our charges. Sometimes we just can't understand no matter how hard we try. I know. Been there and had the sorrow with Admiral and Robin. Pets and love to the boys. Katie Isabellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04298277081648176277noreply@blogger.com