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I agree. Have her see a vet to rule out hyperthyroidism.
Gail wrote in message ... My 17 year old spayed female cat, who has been left behind, now howls deep gutteral meows on and off all day and night. I thought after a few months it would improve, but it has not. I go to find her and she will be sitting on the edge of the counter howling with all of her might. I will pick her up and cuddle or take her back to bed, and she will purr and be fine, but within an hour, she will be at it again. I know she has been traumatized by losing her friend, but I just don't know what else to do to console her. Does anyone have any suggestions? Love and treats just doesn't seem to be working and I have no interest in bringing another cat into the house as a replacement. It is obvious she is miserable, and I hate to see my sweetheart in so much pain. You should take your cat to the vet and have some bloodwork done, especially to check for thyroid function. With any cat, but especially one that is as old as yours, it is important to rule out a health issue first before assuming it is behavioral. Cats with hyperthyroidism, which occurs almost exclusively in cats that are 10 or older, exhibit symptoms such as howling and excessive vocalization. The fact that this occurred soon after she lost her friend may only be a coincidence and unrelated. Megan "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." -Edmund Burke Learn The TRUTH About Declawing http://www.stopdeclaw.com Zuzu's Cats Photo Album: http://www.PictureTrail.com/zuzu22 "Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation), there is one elementary truth the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one's favor all manner of unforeseen incidents, meetings and material assistance, which no man could have dreamt would have come his way." - W.H. Murray |
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Sure you do, but you don't want to do it. I understand. I "had no
interest" in adopting another cat when my cat died at age 20--until two months had passed. Maybe everyone has their own inner time table for this sort of thing. Maybe you will never want another cat, but I hope not. You know there are so many kittens and adults who need you, and while no cat can replace your sweet boy, one might come to be your heart's delight just the same. Your kitty is lonely for her lost companion. He will never be replaced for her either, but another cat who needs a home could at least distract her. When you are ready, if you ever are, please consider opening your broken heart to another kitty. It helped mine to heal. Don't want a kitten due to the hassle of training one? Get a young adult that has been socialized at a no-kill shelter, if they have one in your area. Sweetest, best behaved, most grateful cats ever. Not so fast. I can't say I agree with you at all. The cat is 17 years old, no spring chicken, so a kitten may be way to rambunctious for her. As far as an older one is concerned, you seem to come from it at the point of view of the new cat "socialized." What about the sensitivities of the resident cat. This is her home for many years and I am sure she has her territory all staked out. Are you sure she will accept a transgressor in her territory. Are you sure the adjustment period wouldn't be too streesful for her? I understand the thought behind it, and if she were much younger I would readily agree. |
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Sure you do, but you don't want to do it. I understand. I "had no
interest" in adopting another cat when my cat died at age 20--until two months had passed. Maybe everyone has their own inner time table for this sort of thing. Maybe you will never want another cat, but I hope not. You know there are so many kittens and adults who need you, and while no cat can replace your sweet boy, one might come to be your heart's delight just the same. Your kitty is lonely for her lost companion. He will never be replaced for her either, but another cat who needs a home could at least distract her. When you are ready, if you ever are, please consider opening your broken heart to another kitty. It helped mine to heal. Don't want a kitten due to the hassle of training one? Get a young adult that has been socialized at a no-kill shelter, if they have one in your area. Sweetest, best behaved, most grateful cats ever. Not so fast. I can't say I agree with you at all. The cat is 17 years old, no spring chicken, so a kitten may be way to rambunctious for her. As far as an older one is concerned, you seem to come from it at the point of view of the new cat "socialized." What about the sensitivities of the resident cat. This is her home for many years and I am sure she has her territory all staked out. Are you sure she will accept a transgressor in her territory. Are you sure the adjustment period wouldn't be too streesful for her? I understand the thought behind it, and if she were much younger I would readily agree. |
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"GovtLawyer" wrote Not so fast. I can't say I agree with you at all. Whoa! NO? NO?!!! Well, guess what, Gov, in a free and open discussion that is .... just fine. :') The cat is 17 years old, no spring chicken, so a kitten may be way to rambunctious for her. Since you read this group, you know that reports about introducing a new cat vary. Some have more success with a kitten because it is less threatening, some with a full-grown cat for the reasons you state. Which is why I also offered the suggestion of an older cat. As far as an older one is concerned, you seem to come from it at the point of view of the new cat "socialized." What about the sensitivities of the resident cat. This is her home for many years and I am sure she has her territory all staked out. Are you sure she will accept a transgressor in her territory. Are you sure the adjustment period wouldn't be too streesful for her? Okay, now go back and try reading my reply again. Notice all the sensitive talk about "timing?" Hmmm? And why would you assume that I am "sure" about anything concerning a cat I don't know? What I do know is that I and many others have had cats that grieved for their lost buds, and I, and many others, have introduced new cats which seemed to help. I did it (as I said in my post, reading comprehension, man!) when my 20-year-old died, and my 16-year-old did just fine. They are best buds now. Remember, her cat is accustomed to having another cat around. Which is my reason for making the suggestion. I understand the thought behind it, and if she were much younger I would readily agree. Trust the OP to know what is right for her cat and what is or is not working out. Only she knows why she "has no interest" in offering a home to another cat, but the way it sounds like she loves her current and past cat, I would bet it is grief and not wanting to seem to try to "replace" the irreplaceable boy. However, there may be other reasons, and she may not be open to adopting another cat at all. My advice was offered because it worked for my older, grieving, lonely girl. All we know is our experiences. I take it you have been in the OP's position and had a new cat upset your older surviving cat so much you could not keep it, eh? |
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"GovtLawyer" wrote Not so fast. I can't say I agree with you at all. Whoa! NO? NO?!!! Well, guess what, Gov, in a free and open discussion that is .... just fine. :') The cat is 17 years old, no spring chicken, so a kitten may be way to rambunctious for her. Since you read this group, you know that reports about introducing a new cat vary. Some have more success with a kitten because it is less threatening, some with a full-grown cat for the reasons you state. Which is why I also offered the suggestion of an older cat. As far as an older one is concerned, you seem to come from it at the point of view of the new cat "socialized." What about the sensitivities of the resident cat. This is her home for many years and I am sure she has her territory all staked out. Are you sure she will accept a transgressor in her territory. Are you sure the adjustment period wouldn't be too streesful for her? Okay, now go back and try reading my reply again. Notice all the sensitive talk about "timing?" Hmmm? And why would you assume that I am "sure" about anything concerning a cat I don't know? What I do know is that I and many others have had cats that grieved for their lost buds, and I, and many others, have introduced new cats which seemed to help. I did it (as I said in my post, reading comprehension, man!) when my 20-year-old died, and my 16-year-old did just fine. They are best buds now. Remember, her cat is accustomed to having another cat around. Which is my reason for making the suggestion. I understand the thought behind it, and if she were much younger I would readily agree. Trust the OP to know what is right for her cat and what is or is not working out. Only she knows why she "has no interest" in offering a home to another cat, but the way it sounds like she loves her current and past cat, I would bet it is grief and not wanting to seem to try to "replace" the irreplaceable boy. However, there may be other reasons, and she may not be open to adopting another cat at all. My advice was offered because it worked for my older, grieving, lonely girl. All we know is our experiences. I take it you have been in the OP's position and had a new cat upset your older surviving cat so much you could not keep it, eh? |
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Whoa! NO? NO?!!! Well, guess what, Gov, in a free and open discussion
that is .... just fine. :') Your reaction is a bit hysterical. So, I said I disagreed and gave my reasons why. Why are you getting all bent out of shape. Sure, the pet owner knows what's best, I just thought it might be worthwhile that she hear another opinion about it. I didn't put your's or anyone elses opinion down, I just offered an alternative one. Relax. |
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Whoa! NO? NO?!!! Well, guess what, Gov, in a free and open discussion
that is .... just fine. :') Your reaction is a bit hysterical. So, I said I disagreed and gave my reasons why. Why are you getting all bent out of shape. Sure, the pet owner knows what's best, I just thought it might be worthwhile that she hear another opinion about it. I didn't put your's or anyone elses opinion down, I just offered an alternative one. Relax. |
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Yep, you have a wonderful opportunity to adopt an 8+ year old cat and
boy are people needed who are willing to adopt that old an cat. I realize that you don't feel the need for another cat, but it sounds like you're existing cat is telling you pretty strongly that *they* do. |
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