Riddle is suffering from dehydration, anemia and a heavy parasite load. Otherwise, he will be fine in about a week.
On a more somber note, the cat who I believe was Shell’s mom (Delilah) had a massive stroke last night and passed away. I am sad that she is gone- as she was our bedroom kitty but I am glad her pain is over with now. Her squamous cell carcinoma had come back and I had an appointment in a few days to have her euthanized. Best guess on her age by my vet was 19 years old. She had a bad start in life, but in the last few months since arriving here, she found love, warmth, good food and comfort. I will miss her gimpy walk and her headbumps that almost knocked me over they were so strong. I knew when wounds started appearing on her from unknown reasons- and they wouldn’t heal that she was on borrowed time. I am so glad I had her in the end and she knew she was loved.
I have been caring for 2 strays since the middle of July. Both males, one was trapped and neutered and the other has avoided the trap but has been letting me pet him and pick him up. I had planned on having him neutered this weekend.
The one that has been neutered sometimes wanders off, not sure where but the other has stayed around constantly. They both have a shelter to go into and I have a really nice feeding station that I got from Feralvilla.
They are located at the back of a Dollar General store, and the people at the store also look out for them. Often times, customers see them and also buy them food.
This past weekend I only found Fred, the neutered one. He was a little scared but was there both days. No sign of George. No one was there yesterday or today. I am getting very worried. They were skinny and dirty when they showed up, and were just starting to look much better.
My goal was to let them come inside of the warehouse during the winter and they could stay inside if they wanted. I just cannot figure out what would have made them leave so suddenly. Last Friday, they were both there all day long.
So glad Delilah had her months of love and attention. Thanks for all you do!
we are sorry Delilah has gone to the bridge -she lived a long life and finally knew much love.