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Post by minx on Apr 3, 2024 9:07:54 GMT -5
I had posted in the other thread about my SIL moving.
They have decided that it's best for their cats if they don't move with them. She is not as stable on her feet as she would prefer, and that won't be improving. My BIL is 70 and has had 6 ankle surgeries. Right now he's fine, but who knows, right?
They have two grey tabby cats - Sherlock and Watson.
Both are 5 years old, neutered and up-to-date on all shots and vet visits.
Sherlock is very outgoing and loves to play fetch and sit on laps. Watson is much more reserved, but will warm up after he's been with folks for a bit.
I have met both cats, and both are as advertised - they don't scratch furniture, use their litter boxes and aren't whiny.
They will arrive with all supplies, including cat litter, boxes, food and automatic feeders and carriers.
I am willing to drive them from Kentucky to here if y'all know of someone who would love on them. I cannot take them myself.
And yes, she is working with shelters out there to try and find a home - I'm trying to expand the reach so they get a nice home.
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Post by Dave's Not Here Man on Apr 3, 2024 10:26:53 GMT -5
Wish we could help out. After the failed adoption of the rotty a while back it's going to be a while if we ever get another fur baby of any type. Hope they get to stay together and go to someone that has the resources to take them on.
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Post by minx on Apr 3, 2024 12:42:20 GMT -5
Thanks. Out of everything they have to get rid of, the cats are the ones giving her the most pain. They adopted them as babies - 10 weeks old, and she feels super guilty about re-homing them. Doesn't help that some of their friends and family members are being super judgy about it either.
Yes, they both love the cats. Yes, they took them intending to make a lifetime commitment to them. Yes, they are members of the family.
But they're CATS. And the sad reality is that they can't take them along. They're moving to a much smaller place and my SIL won't be able to physically give them the full care and attention that they need. She already feels super guilty about it, so no need to make it worse.
I talked to them on Sunday and she said "Maybe we never should have adopted them - it's unfair to them to leave them." I very firmly told her that this was untrue - they gave those cats the Cadillac of homes, and are working hard to make sure they don't get downgraded in their new home. And that anyone who thought otherwise could screw themselves. ARRRRGH!
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Post by Dave's Not Here Man on Apr 3, 2024 14:23:01 GMT -5
Sucks for all involved the guilt is already bad enough without people that don't know shit piling on.
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Post by k9krap on Apr 3, 2024 16:39:28 GMT -5
If they came from a rescue, they should contact them. Many adoption contracts require that the pet be returned at any time. Even if it isn’t in the contract, most reputable rescues will want them back. There was a lady in Colonial Beach that took in cats, but I doubt she’s still doing it. I volunteered at her place a few times. I’ll check with my contacts.
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Post by minx on Apr 4, 2024 8:55:59 GMT -5
They did contact the rescue and they (the rescue) are overflowing since kitten season. They don't have space, but are reaching out to others to try and find a foster if nothing else.
And I had them contact their local humane society - they help rehome pets too.
I told her that this was one that they'd have to be obnoxious on - anytime someone comes to the house or asks about the move, say "Hey, are you interested in some cats?" if they say no then answer "Do you know anyone who might be?" They need to make sure to get the word out.
Hell, being the obnoxious bitch that I am, I'd ask if it could be included in the Prayers for the People at church!
And Lord, we pray that Dotty may safely rehome her cats. For this we pray.
Lord, hear our prayer.
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Post by k9krap on Apr 4, 2024 17:04:13 GMT -5
Are they bonded to each other or can they be homed separately?
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Post by minx on Apr 5, 2024 8:45:11 GMT -5
They are quite bonded, and she would howl at the thought of them being separated, but to me if that's the only way to get them good homes, then separation it is.
I would say that if that happens, that the one cat (sherlock) would have to be the only cat. Other cat would go anywhere with anyone, especially if treats are involved.
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