Auckland Cat help
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Topic: Auckland Cat help
Posted By: Shorty
Subject: Auckland Cat help
Date Posted: 01 May 2008 at 4:37pm
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It is very hard for me to go down this track....
We have 2 lovely moggies, but my son now has asthma and we are trying to help prevent it developing into anything serious. I need to look into re homing them. Any advise please....I don't want to just get rid of them and want to place them in a place that will find them a loving home. I have tried friends and family and everyone is already full. Any suggetions please |
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Posted By: Paws
Date Posted: 01 May 2008 at 4:49pm
Awww I wish we weren't full up also (4 really is our limit!)
What about Trade Me? People have to contact you so you can approve the home they go to and could also specify they go together. Otherwise there is only really the SPCA... ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: .Mel
Date Posted: 01 May 2008 at 5:18pm
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How old are they? Male or Female??? Do you want them rehomed together? ------------- Mr Mellow (16) Miss Attitude (8) Destructa Kid (3) 
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Posted By: Shorty
Date Posted: 02 May 2008 at 10:17am
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I have a brother and a sister. They are about 6 years old now. They are desexed and their jabs are up to date.
If I found a home for them I will be able to give about 6months worth of flea and worm treatment that we still have. My girl loves cuddles but my boy loves the outdoors and is happy to go without. They are both a bit overweight but have been since they were babies and the vet is happy with them (we tried diets but they never worked) I had a cry about it last night, My boy was playing with them and just ended up wheezing so much. I know they are not the direct cause but they are a factor.
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Posted By: Neeks
Date Posted: 02 May 2008 at 10:30am
Oh Shorty, if we weren't full up already I'd take them in an instant  I  cats
Maybe try advertising them as a pair on Trade Me? or take them to the SPCA (they are excellent and if you state that you want them to go together, they WILL go together) Local newspaper? -------------  
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Posted By: peanut butter
Date Posted: 02 May 2008 at 10:32am
| check out www.petsonthenet.co.nz and see if they have a section for rehoming? |
Posted By: MrsMojo
Date Posted: 02 May 2008 at 10:32am
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Hi Shorty
I second trying TM. We had to rehome my MIL's cat recently. She's moved in with us since her DH died and we aren't allowed another cat. I put the cat's profile on TM and got several queries. I was contacted by a lovely lady who described where maddy would live if we chose her - it was perfect. She came and picked her up last weekend which was very sad for MIL. Then a few days later she sent me an email to let me know how maddy is settling in and she will email me again in a couple of weeks too. I was concerned that giving away a cat on TM would be impersonal but it's actually been really good. -------------  
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Posted By: Shorty
Date Posted: 02 May 2008 at 10:53am
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Aw thanks ladies.
It just brings tears to my eyes thinking about it. It is hard and I think we took them on to look after them for life and somehow I am failing them.... I rang the SPCA, she was so nice. It is $25 for the first cat and $10 for the next cat. They will home them together and guarantee they wont be put down (I have been told they only hold them for 7days). I will get through this weekend and talk to a couple of friends to see if they will have them. I don't know if I will be able to go through with it
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Posted By: ginger
Date Posted: 02 May 2008 at 11:02am
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My cousin had to rehome his cat for the same reason - his son had bad asthma. If it is any comfort to you at all, they took Moufasa (sp? the cat anyway!) to the SPCA and he had a new home before my cousin had even left the building.
I wish I could help you myself  ------------- Cuinn Lachlan 23.1.09 - 22:00 Antonia Helene 4.8.11 - 09:41 |
Posted By: Neeks
Date Posted: 02 May 2008 at 11:02am
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aww, Shorty!!! You're making me sad too -------------
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Posted By: .Mel
Date Posted: 02 May 2008 at 4:16pm
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Oh bum, we live on the main road, so probably wouldn't be an ideal home situation for them.
SPCA sounds like a good plan, as does TM. Good luck. ------------- Mr Mellow (16) Miss Attitude (8) Destructa Kid (3)
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Posted By: Shorty
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 2:16pm
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So my babies are now listed on TM. Done some flyers and delivered to the vets....who have all said they hold no hope.
I will give it 1 more week and then take them to SPCA....not a trip I want to make. It is a sad day.
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Posted By: Paws
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 2:23pm
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I really hope you find a home for them soon! What is your user name on TM??
I so wish we were not out of room!!! ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: FionaS
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 2:29pm
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------------- Mummy to Gabrielle and Ashley |
Posted By: MrsMojo
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 2:38pm
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I hope that you find a good home for them.
We are so happy with the new home we found for MILs cat, the women has sent me a couple of emails to assure me that she's all settled in. I hope you have a positive experience too. -------------
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Posted By: Shorty
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 2:38pm
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I am Shorty26 on TM. I will upload a photo on there, just waiting for the vet to send me a recent one. I have put the word out to try with friends and family and their friends and family....nothing
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Posted By: Shorty
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 2:40pm
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Thanks MrsMojo, that is the thing with the SPCA, they will not tell me when they find a home.
I really want the best for them and would rather know they have gone to someone who will love them like we have. They have been at the vet for a week, my wee man keeps going to the door calling them "Rocky" (we named him Rock) or "poo poo' (we named her Missy...and sometimes called her Missy poo poo) |
Posted By: Paws
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 2:42pm
Ummmm sweetie....it says that user name is disabled..... ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Shorty wrote:Posted By: Paws
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 2:43pm
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Ohhhh found you!! ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: Shorty
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 2:45pm
| mmm I was going to say that I am there.....thanks. |
Posted By: Paws
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 2:46pm
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Have sent your link to B's work to see if any interest. ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: Shorty
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 2:47pm
| Thank you, I really appreciate it! |
Posted By: Paws
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 2:51pm
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No worries....what colourings are they? ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: Shorty
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 2:54pm
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They are both Moggy's.
Missy is black/brown, she has cute circles on her tummy Rock is grey/white, he looks like a possum with white paws |
Posted By: mandz
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 3:24pm
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Hi Shorty
Are you in Auckland? We are thinking of getting a couple of cats, but were waiting until our son was a few more weeks old. Are they very playful? My husband really wants at least one cat that will play with him - cause that is what our last cat was like - unfortunately we had to have her put down earlier this year at approx 17 years of age due to ill health (old age really). I could talk to my husband and see if he would consider getting the cats sooner? (no promises - you know what men are like!) Let me know. Amanda ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
Zack Robert Henton - 29th December 2009 |
Posted By: mandz
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 3:28pm
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Duh - sorry just reread the title to realise you are in Auckland! Will talk to hubby tonight and let you know what he says. ------------- http://lilypie.com">
Zack Robert Henton - 29th December 2009 |
Posted By: Shorty
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 3:33pm
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Hi,
Yes we are in Auckland. They are currently at the cattery in Glen Eden. You are more than welcome to go and have a look and a play with them. Missy is very much a girl, she loves cuddles. Rock is very much a boy, he loves outdoors. They are both very indpendent but have always loved playtime. They like to sleep indoors and have always loved the warmth! We have never had any problems with them with our son, they sniffed the room and would check it out but never slept in there. They come with a cage each, and we will supply a couple of months worth of revolution. |
Posted By: Shorty
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 3:34pm
| Sorry posted at the same time :) |
Posted By: mandz
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 3:40pm
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Hi Shorty
Thanks heaps for that, they sound great. Will definitely talk to Hubby tonight and let you know the answer I get! ------------- http://lilypie.com">
Zack Robert Henton - 29th December 2009 |
Posted By: Shorty
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 3:46pm
Thank you...either way 
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Posted By: Paws
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 5:37pm
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Ohhhhhhhhh fingers crossed they have a forever home!!! ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: Shorty
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 5:52pm
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mmmm yes.
that is the hardest thing, I took these lovely cats on for life yet I can't give them one
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Posted By: Paws
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 8:43pm
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Try not to feel bad though, you have a valid reason why you have to give them up. Big hugs to you babe! ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: mummyofprinces
Date Posted: 30 May 2008 at 9:21pm
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Fingers crossed that Mandz can take your kittys.
I can totally get how you are feeling hun. I wish I could take them for you but DH would kill me if I came home with more animals... apparently 2 cats and 1 dog is quite enough ( i beg to differ, the puppy needs a friend  )
I am sure you will find a great home!!! -------------   
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Posted By: mandz
Date Posted: 31 May 2008 at 10:36am
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Hey Shorty
Spoke to the hubby, he is okay with us going and checking them out! Can you let me know how we would do this? Keen to do today or tomorrow if possible.... Thanks Amanda ------------- http://lilypie.com">
Zack Robert Henton - 29th December 2009 |
Posted By: Shorty
Date Posted: 31 May 2008 at 12:52pm
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Sorry Manz, I just logged in now while my little man is alseep.
I have sent you a pm. Thank you |
Posted By: Shorty
Date Posted: 03 June 2008 at 8:43pm
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My precious babies have a new home.
I am overwhelmed with the love and support from you lovely ladies! I can not even begin to thank Amanda for taking them and giving them the home we are no longer able to. It is a sad time to know we no longer have our cats but happy that they have a loving home to go to. |
Posted By: pepsi
Date Posted: 03 June 2008 at 9:51pm
| Awww awesome, nice one mandz! I'm so glad they were able to be homed together too, they really are lovely cats and I'll miss patting them at your place too Shorty. |
Posted By: FionaS
Date Posted: 03 June 2008 at 9:57pm
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Yay Shorty. I'm simultaneously happy and sad for you. It's a really hard thing you've done but they will be happy and your little man will be better for it. You're an awesome Mummy. ------------- Mummy to Gabrielle and Ashley |
Posted By: mummyofprinces
Date Posted: 03 June 2008 at 10:30pm
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Yay so happy you found a lovely home for your fur babies shorty. While sad, I am sure it is a relief to know they will be well cared for.
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Posted By: Paws
Date Posted: 04 June 2008 at 3:45am
Yay that you found a new home and yay Manz for being able to help!! ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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