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Cat Forum / General Topics / March 2006My cat died
My cat died today. He was my best friend. Bunny had an overactive gland and fluid on the lungs. He died after an anestetic , when the vet was trying to get an xray. I'm really cut up about it. i can't bring mysels to bury him yet. It will have to be tomorrow. Why does an overactive gland lead to fluid on the lungs and why does anestetic cause the heart to slow down and stop? 'd had him 7 years and he was my Mothers cat before that and I had him when my Mum died. I thinking of getting a kitten sometime in the future. Where's the best place to get a kitten from the RSPCA or advertised in the paper. David Maggs > My cat died today. He was my best friend. Bunny had an overactive > gland and fluid on the lungs. He died after an anestetic , when the vet [quoted text clipped - 5 lines] > getting a kitten sometime in the future. Where's the best place to get > a kitten from the RSPCA or advertised in the paper. I am very sorry to hear about your cat ... I am sure you will feel better when you get a new kitten. It is very difficult to administer an anethsthetic as it is supposed to slow down the heart and breathing... and with an ill cat... only a *tiny* bit too much anesthetic is fatal ... You can get one from either the RSPCA or an ad in the paper... it's your choice. Purrs and hugs for you http://members.shaw.ca/black-sky/rainbow-bridge.html http://www.indigo.org/rainbowbridge_ver2.html >> My cat died today. He was my best friend. Bunny had an overactive >> gland and fluid on the lungs. He died after an anestetic , when the vet [quoted text clipped - 14 lines] > You can get one from either the RSPCA or an ad in the paper... > it's your choice. My dearest condolences about Bunny. Cats can play a very important role in our lives and they always show us so much affection. You could try looking for a kitten from rescue centres whereby you will be able to provide a loving home for abandoned animals. > I am very sorry to hear about your cat ... > I am sure you will feel better when you get a new kitten. > It is very difficult to administer an anethsthetic as it is supposed to slow > down the heart and breathing... > and with an ill cat... only a *tiny* bit too much anesthetic is fatal ... This would not necessarily mean the vet gave the cat too much anesthetic. Even a fraction of the normal dose could be enough to push the cat over the edge. My condolensces. Your friend will be waiting for you at Rainbow Bridge. > You can get one from either the RSPCA or an ad in the paper... > it's your choice. I'd suggest going to one of your local shelters. They are in desperate need for homes. <snip> > This would not necessarily mean the vet gave the cat too much > anesthetic. Even > a fraction of the normal dose could be enough to push the cat over the > edge. true... it's very difficult to get it exactly right... I too lost a cat the same way...that was many years ago though > > This would not necessarily mean the vet gave the cat too much > > anesthetic. Even [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > it's very difficult to get it exactly right... > I too lost a cat the same way...that was many years ago though Bear in mind, if you have a cat in less than good health, a small dose of nesthetic (wll below the normal dose) could be enough to be fatal. Sometimes a cat is so ill that they really shouldn't undergo anything requiring anesthetic. NMR wrote: >Please stay away from breeders unless you want a pure breed. Why do you say this? Is it because you believe it's better to provide a home for abandoned animals or you don't like people making money out of breeding kittens? Just curious Frieda Here in the US to many non pure breed breeders are kitten mills just breeding kittens to breed kittens to make money. Every day at the shelter so many kittens come in. It is so hard to find them homes than here comes a kitten breeder selling kittens in store chains. They are contributing to the problems that is out there. Every week animals control pulls pets out of the pet stores for various reason. It is actually worse for puppies Shelters are not doing this for a profit while non pure breeders are. Shelters charge a price for an animal that is true but the money goes back into the shelter for future animals. While the non pure breed breeder puts it in their pocket and throws another TOM in with a female that just gave birth. We came up with an idea awhile ago with a few pet stores so every one can make out we give them kittens already vaccinated, neutered, socialized and one thing not sick. The pet stores can sell them; the price a piece comes to us which pays for the medical and part goes for future housing cost. They donate a part of the sale to HSUS or local animal society and they make money. It is a good deal for all our kittens get adopted and go to a good home. Some money is made on both sides. The animals and future animals make out in the deal. I have no problem with a person breeding a pure breed cat. They are not going to keep breeding the animal till it can't breed no more ( usually after it dies) and not care about the cats or kittens. But for someone to breeds a non pure breed cat just to breed a cat for profit when there are so many animals that need adopting is just as bad as a person who abandons a bunch of kittens on the side of the road. Some people don't even believe in the pure breeders but I understand the difference. It looks weird looking at it in writing but anyone who has seen a kitten or puppy mill which is what most non pure breeders are will understand. I hope I was not confusing and I am not doing this to be flamed. > NMR wrote: >>Please stay away from breeders unless you want a pure breed. [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > > Just curious > NMR wrote: > >Please stay away from breeders unless you want a pure breed. [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > > Just curious Around here there have been numerous breeders nailed for selling pets who were ill/had terminal diseases/etc. Besides there are milliions of pets in shelters looking for homes. I can't see breeding a cat when you have millions of them in shelters that will be killed if they aren't adopted. >Around here there have been numerous breeders nailed for selling pets >who >were ill/had terminal diseases/etc. Besides there are milliions of >pets >in shelters looking for homes. >I can't see breeding a cat when you have millions of them >in shelters that will be killed if they aren't adopted. I can see yours and NMR's point. Our cat was a stray who we took in. We used to have a little tortoishell years ago who was hand reared until 4 weeks of age when we got her because her mum died giving birth. They were free to a good home and I don't think they were from breeders. I think her mum was a stray that used to stay in one of the stables on the farm that belonged to these people. They hand reared her kittens until they thought it was ok to let them go to a free home. Looking back, I know she was very young to be given away at 4 weeks, but the fact that these people was practically her mum during the kittens first weeks of life shows that they were doing all they can for these little kittens. To be honest, I've always fancied a chinchilla ar abyssian kitten. I think these are two very attractive breeds. But then again I love all types of cats, purebred or just moggies. Cats make such wonderful companions and are so affectionate. If I could, I would love to adopt. Unfortunately our cat is very timid towards other cats, and I have to put him first. I don't want to make him feel threatened in his own home. Fieda if you introduce another kitten correctly they will be best friends and you will be a slave again One of our cats is timid she gets out of the others way and if they get to close for her she puts them in their place timid does not mean peaceful >>Around here there have been numerous breeders nailed for selling pets >>who [quoted text clipped - 25 lines] > towards other cats, and I have to put him first. I don't want to make > him feel threatened in his own home. Thanks for everyone's support. I'm feeling a little bit better now. I'm looking after one of my girlfriends cats now because it does'nt have a proper home because Sooty keeps chasing it out of her house and its out in all weathers. So Max has come to live with me abit . At least until the weather picks up. All cats have different personalitys so Max can't replace Bunny, but its nice to have a cat around the house. Some people can't understand why we get upset when we lose a pet because their not animal lovers. Some of my friends don't understand. I'm going to get a kitten from a shelter. Is there a charge for the cat and will it be vacinated and neutered when I get it? David Maggs David each shelter is different some charge some don't some run background checks it is all according to the shelter. My shelter in Florida USA it runs about $150 that includes background check, spay and neutering, micro chippings , all vaccinations, food and kitty litter for about 2 months and checkups for a year plus the yearly required vaccinations( Florida every state is different in the US). Micro chipping is an option but highly we recommend it without it about $75. I am not sure what they will charge overseas > Thanks for everyone's support. I'm feeling a little bit better now. > I'm looking after one of my girlfriends cats now because it does'nt [quoted text clipped - 8 lines] > > David Maggs David when you are ready to get a new kitten. It will happen with out you even trying. I don' know where you live but a local shelter is the best bet. Please stay away from breeders unless you want a pure breed. Take a trip to local shelter or rescue group. One of the little gods will pops its head up and let you know he or she is there and wants you to be their slave. If you are lucky 2 will pick you out. I am really sorry for your loss. I know how they become your best friend. My better half's recently lost her best friend of 20 years her name was precious a long hair black and white Himalayan. That was over 2 months ago both of us still have trouble with it. My best friend http://tinypic.com/j9u0qh.jpg even thought I love all of them deeply. Rumble is almost 7 and epileptic and he is my soul. I have never felt that way about a cat before. You asked why IMO I am not an expert but unless it was a reaction to the sleep agent( which can happen very easily) this is probably what happened some one else more experienced in this can explain. If not if you have the newsgroup rec.pets.cats.health+behav go there and ping PHIL P. he can explain the best even thought he is not a vet. Here my view an over active gland depending on the gland can cause a fluid pocket to build up around the heart and lungs. when anesthesia is introduced it slows the cats breathing down and puts them into a relaxed state just like humans. Slower breathing usually means slower heart rate. If there was fluid on the lungs it would have compressed the lungs and heart reducing their capacity and such put the cat into distress which can kill with easy > My cat died today. He was my best friend. Bunny had an overactive > gland and fluid on the lungs. He died after an anestetic , when the vet [quoted text clipped - 7 lines] > > David Maggs >My cat died today. He was my best friend. Bunny had an overactive >gland and fluid on the lungs. He died after an anestetic , when the vet [quoted text clipped - 7 lines] > >David Maggs Dear David: So sorry to hear about Bunny. The death of a beloved pet will make you stop and consider what's really important in your life. Poor Bunny, you were trying to the right thing by him. I am very happy you are thinking about giving a good home to another cat who is in need. Not sure of your UK conventions, but I would rescue a shelter cat before the classifieds; although either resource should find you the new cat you want. Please don't stress about Bunny. He had a loving home for many years, which is more than a lot of shelter cats ever have. Hang in there. Please let the group know how you are doing and how the search for a new kit is coming along. I will light a candle for Bunny tonight. My two cats, my dog, and myself all feel for your loss. You will be in our thoughts. Regards, Allison On Mon 27 Feb 2006 02:53:55p, Thus Spake Zarathustra, or was it davidmaggs2000@yahoo.com? > My cat died today. He was my best friend. Bunny had an overactive > gland and fluid on the lungs. He died after an anestetic , when the vet [quoted text clipped - 5 lines] > getting a kitten sometime in the future. Where's the best place to get > a kitten from the RSPCA or advertised in the paper. David, I'm so sorry for your loss. It is heartbreaking to lose a companion that is so much a part of our lives. We have 5 kitties, and all of them were adopted from rescue groups.  SignatureWayne Boatwright o¿o ____________________ BIOYA > My cat died today. He was my best friend. Bunny had an overactive > gland and fluid on the lungs. He died after an anestetic , when the vet [quoted text clipped - 7 lines] > > David Maggs David that is very sad news. We feel the emotions of their passing all the more, for they are unconditionally loyal to us. Fluid on the lungs is a serious disease and his succumbing to it was most likely not unusual, especially under anaesthetic. Hope you can get another fella soon. Here, RSPCA or town-council ound cats are all up to date with their shots etc and come with certification for these, plus the next due shots. They will cost more as a result. Buying from the paper will be cheaper, but you will have to chase up innoculations etc Jason > My cat died today. He was my best friend. Bunny had an overactive > gland and fluid on the lungs. He died after an anestetic , when the vet [quoted text clipped - 7 lines] > > David Maggs i am very sorry for your loss. David, So sorry to read of your loss. These little guys are a real island of peace in a chaotic world. Do think of getting a kitten, and providing a life for another little friend. David, I replied the other day, but it isn't showing up on the Google news thing... can it take days sometimes?? I hope you get my thoughts somehow... thoughts of total understanding and caring... Bless you for loving Bunny... and I know you will see him again. We can never replace our loved ones, but when your spirit is ready, there is always another little one out there who so desperately needs a good home. You can do this in honor of Bunny. When we lost our 19 year old, it was devastating... When healing came enough for me to function, I chose to honor my lost one with service to homeless cats and dogs... Shelters and sanctuarys always need good volunteers to help them.... It was hard at first, but got better, and now its the best thing I think I could ever do... and I honor her also by providing a loving home for as many as we can give quality care for here at home. You have a lot to teach to your friends about how to extend love beyond their own species, and how rewarding it is to really connect with another being, especially ones so complex and similar to human adults emotionally. Hugs from Catgirl ~ PS... this is my first post from the actualy Google site, I copy-pasted it from another news place I used the first time, and the preview here shows up with too many spaces and strange looking... if it appears that way in the final post, my apologies, but I don't know how to fix that..
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