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Need to get rid of cat in NJ.
I need to get rid of a 2yr old black female cat, spayed and declawed
in NJ. Who can I contact about this? The cat is peeing everywhere, but mainly in our 3.5yr old daughters room. She (the cat) does NOT have a UTI. This happens numerous times a day. On the bed, on the blankets, on the pillows, etc. If we wash everything and put it back in the room, if we forget to close the door it will be peed on again within 15 minutes, guaranteed. Now I love cats, I have 3 (all black), but my daughter is more important, and it is not fair to her that her room always smells like cat pee, or that we have to take her stuff every night and wash it. Agree or disagree, thats how we feel, so the cat is going. I'd like her to go somewhere where she can possibly be adopted, but regardless she has to go ASAP. If you know anyplace or anyone in NJ (central'ish, Scotch Plains/Westfield area) that will take her, please let me know. -Frank |
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I'd like her to go somewhere where she can possibly be adopted, but
regardless she has to go ASAP. If you know anyplace or anyone in NJ (central'ish, Scotch Plains/Westfield area) that will take her, please let me know. This is a behavioral issue. It sounds like she has issues with your child. Perhaps your child plays too rough with her? or maybe she's jealous? You need to deal with this problem or else it could happen with the other cats. If your child had a behavioral issue, I'm sure you would deal with the problem and not just send her away. There is medication which will help your cat relax and perhaps not mark. Here are some articles on treating this issue http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&i...iate+urination It could be a simple little thing that you could change. If you take your cat to the shelter, she will most likely be put to sleep because of this issue, she's black and not a kitten. |
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Have you tried using different kitty litter. Some declawed cats have
problems with certain types of litter. If your just determined to get rid of the cat, check petfinder.com for rescue groups in your area. Look for one that is no-kill. You could try contacting the one in Plainfield. They are no kill but I don't know if they have room or not. I'd try changing litter first. Something that would be easy on paws. I've heard that some declawed cats have problems with some of the scented litters too. "Frank Rachel" wrote in message om... I need to get rid of a 2yr old black female cat, spayed and declawed in NJ. Who can I contact about this? The cat is peeing everywhere, but mainly in our 3.5yr old daughters room. She (the cat) does NOT have a UTI. This happens numerous times a day. On the bed, on the blankets, on the pillows, etc. If we wash everything and put it back in the room, if we forget to close the door it will be peed on again within 15 minutes, guaranteed. Now I love cats, I have 3 (all black), but my daughter is more important, and it is not fair to her that her room always smells like cat pee, or that we have to take her stuff every night and wash it. Agree or disagree, thats how we feel, so the cat is going. I'd like her to go somewhere where she can possibly be adopted, but regardless she has to go ASAP. If you know anyplace or anyone in NJ (central'ish, Scotch Plains/Westfield area) that will take her, please let me know. -Frank |
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I am trying my best to withhold my anger here but I hate to see cats get
dumped over a problem that can most likely be easily solved. If you couldn't handle the responsibility of caring for a cat for the rest of her life? You say you have 3 other cats so does that mean you will be getting rid of them as well? If so that does not show good parenting skills on your part. You say you love cats but also are considering dump your cat as well. Now my suggestion is this. Try switching brands of cat litter. Also have the cat checked by a vet. It could be she has a medical issue that is causing all this. Another idea is to put a screen on the door so the cat can't get in the room. Also pay lots of attention to this feline. It could be she feels displaced or unwanted because of your human daughter. If you are paying more attention to your human child than your cats then I can see how they might be a bit upset by that. -- Panther TEK: Staying On Top Of All Your Computer Needs! www.members.cox.net/catprotector/panthertek Cat Galaxy: All Cats, All The Time! www.catgalaxymedia.com "Frank Rachel" wrote in message om... I need to get rid of a 2yr old black female cat, spayed and declawed in NJ. Who can I contact about this? The cat is peeing everywhere, but mainly in our 3.5yr old daughters room. She (the cat) does NOT have a UTI. This happens numerous times a day. On the bed, on the blankets, on the pillows, etc. If we wash everything and put it back in the room, if we forget to close the door it will be peed on again within 15 minutes, guaranteed. Now I love cats, I have 3 (all black), but my daughter is more important, and it is not fair to her that her room always smells like cat pee, or that we have to take her stuff every night and wash it. Agree or disagree, thats how we feel, so the cat is going. I'd like her to go somewhere where she can possibly be adopted, but regardless she has to go ASAP. If you know anyplace or anyone in NJ (central'ish, Scotch Plains/Westfield area) that will take her, please let me know. -Frank |
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The reality is that nobody is going to take your cat, and if a shelter does she will be KILLED because she has a behavior problem. Talk to your vet about putting the cat on Prozac. It is the most effective medication for treating innapropriate urination issues in cats. It does take some time for it to reach full effect, but it does work. I have an incorrigible pee-er that has stopped now that she is on Prozac. It's likely that the behavior your cat is exhibiting is a result of her being declawed. This is a common occurrence and happens in approximately 1/3 of cats that undergo this procedure. Please take some time to look at the link in my sig and educate yourself about declawing so you understand what a cruel and unnecessary procedure it is, and the serious behavior problems it can cause. There are many cats that have suffered losing their home as a result of being declawed and most of them are killed at the shelter they are surrendered to. Your cat is not at fault for her behavior, and it's likely that the problem can be corrected with the use of medication and attention and modification of her environment, stressors, etc. You wouldn't dump your daughter at a shelter if she started acting up, but you would work on finding a way to deal with whatever issues presented themselves. Your cat deserves the same compassion. 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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You bring up a good point. The cat being declawed could be a possibility.
-- Panther TEK: Staying On Top Of All Your Computer Needs! www.members.cox.net/catprotector/panthertek Cat Galaxy: All Cats, All The Time! www.catgalaxymedia.com wrote in message ... The reality is that nobody is going to take your cat, and if a shelter does she will be KILLED because she has a behavior problem. Talk to your vet about putting the cat on Prozac. It is the most effective medication for treating innapropriate urination issues in cats. It does take some time for it to reach full effect, but it does work. I have an incorrigible pee-er that has stopped now that she is on Prozac. It's likely that the behavior your cat is exhibiting is a result of her being declawed. This is a common occurrence and happens in approximately 1/3 of cats that undergo this procedure. Please take some time to look at the link in my sig and educate yourself about declawing so you understand what a cruel and unnecessary procedure it is, and the serious behavior problems it can cause. There are many cats that have suffered losing their home as a result of being declawed and most of them are killed at the shelter they are surrendered to. Your cat is not at fault for her behavior, and it's likely that the problem can be corrected with the use of medication and attention and modification of her environment, stressors, etc. You wouldn't dump your daughter at a shelter if she started acting up, but you would work on finding a way to deal with whatever issues presented themselves. Your cat deserves the same compassion. 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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Frank -- The best resource for adopting out a cat is your own circle of friends
and family. My guess is that she probably is trying to mark your daughter's room as her territory (jealousy issue), which would not be an issue for her if she were brought into a home with no young children and maybe only one or two other cats. Ask your friends, co-workers, family, etc. if any of them will take her. Whenever I have had to adopt out a cat, nine times out of ten, I find owners for them amongst the people I know. Put up a flyer at work, tell your buddies to tell their friends, etc. Good luck, let us know how it turns out. -- M9 "Frank Rachel" wrote in message om... I need to get rid of a 2yr old black female cat, spayed and declawed in NJ. Who can I contact about this? The cat is peeing everywhere, but mainly in our 3.5yr old daughters room. She (the cat) does NOT have a UTI. This happens numerous times a day. On the bed, on the blankets, on the pillows, etc. If we wash everything and put it back in the room, if we forget to close the door it will be peed on again within 15 minutes, guaranteed. Now I love cats, I have 3 (all black), but my daughter is more important, and it is not fair to her that her room always smells like cat pee, or that we have to take her stuff every night and wash it. Agree or disagree, thats how we feel, so the cat is going. I'd like her to go somewhere where she can possibly be adopted, but regardless she has to go ASAP. If you know anyplace or anyone in NJ (central'ish, Scotch Plains/Westfield area) that will take her, please let me know. -Frank |
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Need to get rid of cat in NJ.
WOW,
I'm sorry for the attacks on your character. It's pretty amazing how people will project such harsh judgement on someone who is putting forth an honest effort to find a solution to a problem that puts there child at risk. The solution of having to remove a cat from the home is unfortunate, but keeping the cat at the risk of a childs health is unacceptable. The toxins in Feline urine can have HUGE negative effects on a childs health and possibly even effect thier developement. I love my cats. And I have no Children. However I can plainly see you difficult situation. I wish you lick. I would not see anything wrong with getting to a shelter ASAP. You childs health must come first. I assume that many of these people criticizing you have no Children. And simply cannot differentiate between a childs life and that of a pet. |
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