dabaker79 Veteran 336 Posts user info edit post |
I'm moving and need to find a home for my cat, Lucy. She's 4 years old, declawed in front, likes her Gameboy and paper bags. She's a bit timid, but loving nonetheless, once she gets used to you. She comes with some food, a bag of litter, a bunch of kitty treats, and some toys as well. This is a "right now" sort of thing, as I'm moving on Wednesday and none of the leads that I had for homes have worked out.
6/25/2007 12:45:36 AM |
moron All American 34037 Posts user info edit post |
Haha... 6/25/2007 12:56:17 AM |
KeB All American 9828 Posts user info edit post |
i just dont see why people take on the responsibilities of having a pet if they aren't prepared to take on having a pet.
with that being said i wish i didn't have 2 dogs all ready b/c your cat def looks like she is fun.
bump for finding this cat a home
[Edited on June 25, 2007 at 2:18 AM. Reason : ...] 6/25/2007 2:17:14 AM |
hershculez All American 8483 Posts user info edit post |
this is really smath isn't it 6/25/2007 7:29:16 AM |
jersey86 Suspended 1332 Posts user info edit post |
how hard is it to find a place that allows cats, honestly? and why the hell would you get her declawed! that's so inhumane. lets cut off your first knuckle of each finger and see how much you like it. 6/25/2007 8:06:36 AM |
Quinn All American 16417 Posts user info edit post |
declawing aint so bad! 6/25/2007 8:14:07 AM |
Str8BacardiL ************ 41752 Posts user info edit post |
it begins 6/25/2007 8:15:34 AM |
hershculez All American 8483 Posts user info edit post |
declawing is fine if the cat is an inside only cat 6/25/2007 8:32:55 AM |
dabaker79 Veteran 336 Posts user info edit post |
^^Seriously...
I'm glad everyone knows so much about me and my cat. Please, continue...
Also, bttt for Lucy 6/25/2007 8:52:44 AM |
sylvershadow All American 7049 Posts user info edit post |
any idea if she'd get along with other cats? 6/25/2007 2:49:49 PM |
hammster All American 2768 Posts user info edit post |
Declawing is better than all of your furniture being ripped to pieces and the cat being eventually taken to the pound. 6/25/2007 3:06:20 PM |
dabaker79 Veteran 336 Posts user info edit post |
In the time she's been with me, she has encountered two other cats. The first was a female kitten I picked up (and who I dubbed "Smalls") as a temporary charity case from TWW (I think from MrENigma, IIRC...). For two months those two fought and "played", but Lucy was never quite comfortable with Smalls being around, and was often too stressed out to relax next to me. Twenty minutes after I dropped Smalls off at her new home, Lucy was on my lap and purring loudly, glad to be rid of her competition. The second visitor was Mashka, a 10 year old male cat I was watching while a friend went to Romania for 3 weeks. Mashka terrorized Lucy to no end, and basically took over the downstairs. For those three weeks, Mashka and Lucy used separate litter boxes, ate from separate food dishes, and Lucy spent the time either running for cover or sneaking around with her hackles raised and tail poofed. The failure of the second encounter was, I feel, more a function of Mashka's perceived role as "dominant male asshole" than Lucy's inability to get along with other cats. The moral of the story is that Lucy seems to be a loner, but I believe that, given enough time and the right companion, she could come around to living with another cat. 6/25/2007 3:15:49 PM |
supercat329 All American 8453 Posts user info edit post |
has she been spayed? is she litter box trained? 6/25/2007 3:18:21 PM |
dabaker79 Veteran 336 Posts user info edit post |
She is spayed, and I have never (in the three years I've owned her) seen evidence of her using anything other than the litterbox as a litterbox. She's been stressed because of the move recently, though, and I've had to clean up one instance of vomit. 6/25/2007 3:38:00 PM |
needlesmcgir All American 2427 Posts user info edit post |
its sad that you can't keep the cat yourself. 6/25/2007 4:12:59 PM |
supercat329 All American 8453 Posts user info edit post |
She is adorable and looks like she'd be a sweet playful kitty. I'm very, very tempted.... how soon do you need a definite answer? 6/25/2007 5:18:31 PM |
jersey86 Suspended 1332 Posts user info edit post |
Quote : | "Declawing is better than all of your furniture being ripped to pieces and the cat being eventually taken to the pound" |
http://www.softpaws.com/ ^problem solved. enough said.6/25/2007 5:38:19 PM |
dabaker79 Veteran 336 Posts user info edit post |
Today or tomorrow would be best, otherwise she spends the night with Mashka... 6/25/2007 5:38:30 PM |
dabaker79 Veteran 336 Posts user info edit post |
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[Edited on June 25, 2007 at 6:19 PM. Reason : Double post..] 6/25/2007 6:19:23 PM |
supercat329 All American 8453 Posts user info edit post |
well, i've thought it over and i think i'm going to have to say thanks, but no thanks. This was a very hard decision...I love kitties and I hate the thought of sweet Lucy becoming an "orphan", but I just don't think it's the right time for me to be taking on the responsibility of another cat. I still have a cat back home at my parents' house and, although it may sound silly, I can't bear the thought that she would smell another cat on my when I go home to visit her. But the main reason is that it is just not the right time for me to be taking in a cat...I'm still trying to get settled in my apartment and still have boxes to unpack and furniture to move in, etc. and I do a fair amount of traveling and I'd have trouble finding someone to take care of her when I'm gone. anyway, sorry for rambling, like I said this was a tough decision. I wish Lucy the best and I hope she finds a great home.
for Lucy 6/25/2007 11:57:52 PM |
GotYoNacho Veteran 280 Posts user info edit post |
if declawing is inhumane, you should try putting tape on the bottom of their feet. 6/26/2007 6:45:50 AM |
jersey86 Suspended 1332 Posts user info edit post |
^ hahaha okay that one i've done 6/26/2007 7:02:46 AM |
dabaker79 Veteran 336 Posts user info edit post |
Morning, everyone. BTTT for Lucy and the declawing argument... She really needs a home, folks!
^Tape anywhere on a cat is hilarious. Also, laser pointers on hardwood or linoleum floors. 6/26/2007 8:14:43 AM |
jersey86 Suspended 1332 Posts user info edit post |
^ then u will like this: http://youtube.com/watch?v=bQGoy76Ls8E http://youtube.com/watch?v=Af-yMbZwaTA 6/26/2007 11:37:16 AM |
dabaker79 Veteran 336 Posts user info edit post |
bttt for the night-owls. 6/26/2007 10:43:36 PM |
GREEN JAY All American 14180 Posts user info edit post |
she reminds me of my kitty that died
too bad i am too poor for a cat 6/26/2007 11:04:56 PM |
Daer21 Veteran 352 Posts user info edit post |
If she hasn't gone to the pound or found a home by the time I move into my apt in august I will attempt to take her. She sounds sweet and doesnt need any vet care. I'll talk to my future roomates and try my best... till then... free bump. 6/27/2007 11:21:55 AM |
ambrosia1231 eeeeeeeeeevil 76471 Posts user info edit post |
I wish I could take her in, but my cat would terrorize the shit out of her. 6/27/2007 11:51:23 AM |
dabaker79 Veteran 336 Posts user info edit post |
I found a temporary home for her that's better than with Mashka, but it's definitely not a permanent solution. Tell your friends! 6/27/2007 1:12:18 PM |
ncsukat All American 1896 Posts user info edit post |
Aww... she's such a pretty kitty. Good luck finding her a home. (free bttt) 6/27/2007 4:54:42 PM |
Smath74 All American 93277 Posts user info edit post |
BURN IN HELL YOU HORRIBLE PET OWNER!!! HOW DARE YOU TRY TO FIND A GOOD HOME FOR YOUR CAT!!! I HOPE A SEA GULL SHITS IN YOUR HAIR AND YOU STEP ON THE BUSINESS END OF A SHARD OF RUSTED SCRAP METAL. 6/27/2007 6:45:22 PM |
dabaker79 Veteran 336 Posts user info edit post |
I'm bttt-ing this until someone takes her.
Also, welcome to the party, Smath! 6/28/2007 10:24:22 AM |
dabaker79 Veteran 336 Posts user info edit post |
Friday bump. 6/29/2007 8:50:08 AM |
gunzz IS NÚMERO UNO 68205 Posts user info edit post |
Quote : | "declawing aint so bad!
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then why did my family vet tell my parents not to get it done to our kitty b/c of what it does to the cat?
all these dumb fucking TWWers scare me6/29/2007 10:03:40 AM |
sylvershadow All American 7049 Posts user info edit post |
so vet's can't be dumb either?
Not that I'm advocating declawing (my cat isn't), but people with the highest degrees can still be really dumb. 6/29/2007 12:18:29 PM |
dabaker79 Veteran 336 Posts user info edit post |
It seems there are a few folks online tonight, so bttt she goes! 7/1/2007 11:00:10 PM |
jstpack All American 2184 Posts user info edit post |
http://www.declawing.com/
I've honestly never even thought about declawing being inhumane until this debate, so I looked it up. Crazy shit--- I didn't realize it was banned in some European counties. 7/1/2007 11:25:15 PM |
jersey86 Suspended 1332 Posts user info edit post |
^ exactly. thats what i was tryin to bring to everyones attention a week ago 7/2/2007 9:14:22 AM |
dabaker79 Veteran 336 Posts user info edit post |
bttt. Lucy is still homeless! 7/3/2007 10:01:43 AM |
pimpnramon Veteran 278 Posts user info edit post |
i'd love to take her, but unfortunatly dont live in raleigh 7/3/2007 10:50:34 AM |
needlesmcgir All American 2427 Posts user info edit post |
Still curious why you have to give it up/ People may be more willing to take it in depending on the true reason your poor cat is getting the boot. 7/3/2007 2:02:33 PM |
Lucky1 All American 6154 Posts user info edit post |
Quote : | "too bad i am too poor for a cat " |
Too poor for a cat?????7/3/2007 2:36:13 PM |
GREEN JAY All American 14180 Posts user info edit post |
well if it has to go to the vet it`s a lot more expensive than a bag of litter and food every week or whatever 7/3/2007 7:31:04 PM |
dabaker79 Veteran 336 Posts user info edit post |
^^^<sigh> This is part of the reason: http://tinyurl.com/22vb4o There is a chance that I can take her back in December when I graduate, but I need a change of venue, and there's a 6 month quarantine for pets in most European countries. 7/4/2007 1:34:26 AM |
Allcountry19 Veteran 223 Posts user info edit post |
I might be able to take her, have to ask the bf, but I'll let you know 7/4/2007 2:43:31 AM |
Quinn All American 16417 Posts user info edit post |
Quote : | "then why did my family vet tell my parents not to get it done to our kitty b/c of what it does to the cat?
all these dumb fucking TWWers scare me" |
Sorry , was gone taking care of a kitten that was covered in fleas, fly eggs, and weighed under a pound.
The only reason i found it is because it was screaming, loud enough to hear through the rain. No house within 1 mile
Next time I'll just leave the kitten outside.
You got two options, not kill my other 2 girls with your claws, or get your claws out.
Not a hard fucking concept, i would imagine it's even simple enough for you to follow.
PS: While the actual facts behind the removal of the claws are true from the above link the shameless product promotion is both shameless and insulting.
[Edited on July 4, 2007 at 10:06 AM. Reason : . find me a link that says having claws removed is worse than being dead. and we will debate]7/4/2007 10:04:00 AM |
needlesmcgir All American 2427 Posts user info edit post |
^^^ Its kind of hard to decrypt the code there. Are you getting married so you have to get rid of it? Changing venues because your getting married? Going over seas so you can enjoy your single life before you get married? I mean, why don't you just give a straight freaking answer? All this beating around the bush is making me not feel comfortable about this cat at all. 7/5/2007 10:25:22 AM |
se7entythree YOSHIYOSHI 17377 Posts user info edit post |
if you spend the time training your cat correctly and buy the appropriate type and number of scratching posts, you don't need to get your cat declawed. 7/5/2007 11:00:58 AM |
ctnz71 All American 7207 Posts user info edit post |
Quote : | "how hard is it to find a place that allows cats, honestly? and why the hell would you get her declawed! that's so inhumane. lets cut off your first knuckle of each finger and see how much you like it.
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just give it to her..... she will take great care of it. She will soon post about how the cat is lost....7/5/2007 11:07:14 AM |
dabaker79 Veteran 336 Posts user info edit post |
The reason is really immaterial, outside of the fact that I've moved to a place where Lucy cannot follow, and it's a long story to boot. I appreciate the free bumps, but my personal life is really none of your concern. I've detailed more than enough about my life in that link, (which was plenty clear, if you ask me) and my profile will tell you a bit more. If you don't want the cat, then don't post. If you do want the cat, then ask about the cat, not me. It's as simple as that. 7/5/2007 11:07:22 AM |