tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post6066676981554113001..comments2024-03-27T06:50:53.152-05:00Comments on Momma Kat and Her Bear Cat: The importance of veterinary care for cats and why they're not getting itMomma Kat and Her Bear Cathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04254210236142173792noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-77274205257412772162018-12-22T00:58:47.971-06:002018-12-22T00:58:47.971-06:00You bring up good points. The gist of the post was...You bring up good points. The gist of the post was about the disparity between dogs and cats. I assume that if they can afford to take a dog, they could afford to take their cat. Maybe that was incorrect or unfair?Momma Kat and Her Bear Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04254210236142173792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-25050892243260066182018-12-21T10:30:49.638-06:002018-12-21T10:30:49.638-06:00I go to a cat-only vet and they're almost alwa...I go to a cat-only vet and they're almost always busy, so I know I'm an exception to the rule. But even when there were no cat-only clinics, I knew when I adopted my first pair of cats as a "grown-up," in my mid-20s, that I was going to do everything right: get them their vaccinations, have them spayed, take them to the vet for annual checkups, and the like. I viewed (and still view) that as just basic responsibilities. I've been fortunate enough to have the resources to do this, and to take my cats in when they're sick, but I've been really poor before and I understand not having enough money to get regular vet care. I don't think poverty means we love our cats any less; in fact, I don't know what I would have done without the cats who shared my life as a child and a teenager because they gave me unconditional love and I returned the favor. I, too, have tried to educate my blog's readers about the importance of annual (or semi-annual for senior cats) vet visits, but I've also tried to express understanding and compassion for those who cannot.JaneA Kelleyhttps://paws-and-effect.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-59868846220126905272018-12-11T23:50:56.471-06:002018-12-11T23:50:56.471-06:00That is true. And I would never forgive myself if ...That is true. And I would never forgive myself if my cats were in pain and I could've done something to prevent the pain altogether or make it better.Momma Kat and Her Bear Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04254210236142173792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-80179228054389875572018-12-09T13:11:59.373-06:002018-12-09T13:11:59.373-06:00WONDERFUL post, Momma Kat! Thank you for calling a...WONDERFUL post, Momma Kat! Thank you for calling attention to the importance of regular veterinary visits for cats. We are pretty fanatical about taking our kitties to the vet. Yes, Gracie and Ava (especially Gracie) sing the song of their people all the way there, but it is worth it to make sure they are doing well.meowmeowmanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12513539249219283256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-41342422341869164052018-12-07T23:37:20.112-06:002018-12-07T23:37:20.112-06:00Thank you! It's so important ... no matter how...Thank you! It's so important ... no matter how little we like taking them!Momma Kat and Her Bear Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04254210236142173792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-78447001038690669642018-12-07T07:34:19.412-06:002018-12-07T07:34:19.412-06:00What a great post. I’m very thankful that we have ...What a great post. I’m very thankful that we have a fantastic cat only vet within a mile of our house. This past year, I felt like we were there at least monthly! We obviously take our dog to a different vet. And you’re right, it’s usually dogs that we see in the waiting room. I’ve seen cats a few times, but not as often. Hopefully articles like yours will help cat owners see why they need to go regularly to the vet!Three Chatty Catshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09237191425729502487noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-71495583285468110942018-12-07T01:55:22.548-06:002018-12-07T01:55:22.548-06:00Yep. Back when Bear had his sarcoma scare, several...Yep. Back when Bear had his sarcoma scare, several people told me they hoped I wouldn't waste my money on him. EXCUSE ME?!?! No such thing. You knew what they needed and you did it!Momma Kat and Her Bear Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04254210236142173792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-73241536524945704032018-12-07T01:49:44.130-06:002018-12-07T01:49:44.130-06:00Thank you! We love to hear that.Thank you! We love to hear that.Momma Kat and Her Bear Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04254210236142173792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-67521313590865581852018-12-07T01:49:26.433-06:002018-12-07T01:49:26.433-06:00No rambling at all! Well, except for in my post ;)...No rambling at all! Well, except for in my post ;) <br />Our vet doesn't call to remind us of anything ... kind of makes me nervous sometimes. You know the right thing to do for her and you.Momma Kat and Her Bear Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04254210236142173792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-84935083397534621222018-12-07T01:47:47.946-06:002018-12-07T01:47:47.946-06:00No apologies. We have to tell these stories to edu...No apologies. We have to tell these stories to educate people. My heart breaks for both of you.Momma Kat and Her Bear Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04254210236142173792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-82306698963634579022018-12-07T01:45:06.727-06:002018-12-07T01:45:06.727-06:00Good point. Ellie especially is way over-weight - ...Good point. Ellie especially is way over-weight - but with free feeding it's kind of hard to figure out what to do.Momma Kat and Her Bear Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04254210236142173792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-27369014159101354352018-12-07T01:44:11.781-06:002018-12-07T01:44:11.781-06:00We're glad to hear you're well-loved, V!We're glad to hear you're well-loved, V!Momma Kat and Her Bear Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04254210236142173792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-9285268827844475542018-12-06T15:54:04.648-06:002018-12-06T15:54:04.648-06:00Thank you for an informative article Momma BearKat...Thank you for an informative article Momma BearKat! (I saw the link to your post on FB thru ERin the Princess cat so thought I'd stop by. I totally agree about dogs going to Vet's more than cats.<br />I am an exception to the rule....when my Bluepoint Birman/Siamese Nylablue was alive & developed IBD we went for weekly Vet appointments. In 18 months it cost $3,000. to keep her stable until her passing. (I hade 4 devoted bloggers & 2 RWB readers who helped with costs). Then with Siddhartha Henry I spent anywhere from $150.-$220. a month on food, meds & supplies plus 2 visits to Vet per year. I know people where I am think me mad for spending 'so much money on just a cat'...they do on their dogs but not their felines. Truly sad isn't it??<br />Thank you again for the great article.<br />Sincerely Sherri-Ellen aka LadyMew/LadyMum Sherri-Ellen T-D.http://nylabluesmum.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-86977527428037569002018-12-06T01:23:42.414-06:002018-12-06T01:23:42.414-06:00Great post! I discovered your blog and Ellie &...Great post! I discovered your blog and Ellie & Bear look like 2 cool cats :) I also take my cat to the vet about once a year for general checkup and he is about your Ellie's age. Look forward to your next post!PurrfectKittyCathttp://www.purrfectkittycat.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-81387005334098195522018-12-05T22:39:55.848-06:002018-12-05T22:39:55.848-06:00I've taken Annie to the vet so many times this...I've taken Annie to the vet so many times this year, and looking back, I don't think it's helped much. Her vet's office called me yesterday stating that the doctor wanted to do a recheck exam and another CBC. I went ahead and made the appointment and then my husband pointed out that I'll pay $200 or so and to what end. I canceled the appointment. When I asked why the doctor wanted to reexamine her, she said it's because Annie stopped taking some pain medication (at the vet's request). That is definitely not a reason for an exam and more blood work (she's had multiple blood tests this year too). I'll bring her in a few months. She just saw a very expensive neurologist for a thorough exam and x-ray. Sorry for rambling. This was a great, and for me, timely, post. I absolutely loved seeing the pictures of Bear and Ellie together.Annie Bearhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06401355285263563945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-82564525826628160452018-12-05T22:34:45.109-06:002018-12-05T22:34:45.109-06:00I'm so sorry you went through that with your p...I'm so sorry you went through that with your precious Admiral. A trustworthy vet and vet practice is worth its weight in gold.Annie Bearhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06401355285263563945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-42559546211300324292018-12-05T18:01:06.852-06:002018-12-05T18:01:06.852-06:00Please delete if this is too strong. I will easil...Please delete if this is too strong. I will easily understand. Katie Isabellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04298277081648176277noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-10161573497210563122018-12-05T18:00:14.271-06:002018-12-05T18:00:14.271-06:00You know, this is a save for new cat parents. I w...You know, this is a save for new cat parents. I wish it was printed and posted and put in Vet offices. It should be printed and in all adoption centers too. Excellent , good information. <br />I have been down the horrible road of "betraying" my girl...Admiral, when she was so sick. She had such anguished howls the whole time that I cried hard so I could hardly see to drive. When I got there, I had to sit in the parking lot till I could compose myself. I had to take her once a week and it was horrible. She was so sick. The vet techs were high schoolers on a volunteer basis, tho it was a large practice and they didn't have any training on how to handle cats. And the scruffed my baby hard. I finally took to watching thru the glass window. When they saw me they quit. I left that practice. There are no cat centric practices around at all. We are thrust in <br />with dogs who bark, and come up tfrightening the cats, tho the dogs of course look at it differently. Things like bad treatment at the Vet and the cat's terror at the personnel tend to cause loving people to dread taking their cats in. I do it anyway. Finally got them to stop scruffing. <br /><br />I Katie Isabellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04298277081648176277noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-91694294183690552692018-12-05T14:06:31.990-06:002018-12-05T14:06:31.990-06:00Grr-eat post, Momma Kat! Mom makes sure I get to ...Grr-eat post, Momma Kat! Mom makes sure I get to the vet at least 2 times a year, but usually its more often than that, 'cause I have Polly's Sis Tics Kid Knee Zzz's (whoever and whatever that is!). When Mom and Dad adopted me, I also had Ginger's Vite Us (or something like that), so since then I've gotten my teeth cleaned purr-fessionally twice a year which has helped make my gums feel better. Tee hee hee. Winks.Valentinehttp://www.noirkittymews.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-58715926320965495402018-12-05T13:05:10.295-06:002018-12-05T13:05:10.295-06:00All so very true and, so well written. I am quite ...All so very true and, so well written. I am quite hot on diet now, myself, especially as Mrs H has so many of them, and aware that certainly re. obesity there is as much blame to lay with feed manufacturers as owners. It is however so hard to sustain interest with indoor only cats, to generate the exercise and weight reduction that food alone can not manage. I also wonder therefore how many other illness/issues can be linked back to both feed and exercise?<br />Purrs<br />ERinErin the Cat Princesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13708610169429304423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-56275364179194858562018-12-04T22:11:08.039-06:002018-12-04T22:11:08.039-06:00I still go to the vet my parents chose for our rab...I still go to the vet my parents chose for our rabbit when I was in middle school. We adopted Kitty a few years later and the vet asked if we wanted her to be declawed at the same time as she was spayed. We didn't know any better. I still feel so bad for that. That's why it's so important for me to educate other people.Momma Kat and Her Bear Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04254210236142173792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-68413478061834453962018-12-04T22:07:56.599-06:002018-12-04T22:07:56.599-06:00That's interesting because apartment complexes...That's interesting because apartment complexes around here are MUCH friendlier to dogs than cats. They charge a non-refundable deposit of HUNDREDS of dollars, additional pet rent - and some require cats be declawed. I'm so thankful I found an economical option for us.Momma Kat and Her Bear Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04254210236142173792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-18642696383596913452018-12-04T22:05:15.089-06:002018-12-04T22:05:15.089-06:00I've learned so much from other bloggers that ...I've learned so much from other bloggers that I wouldn't have any other way of knowing! Like the guinea hens could be so much fun.Momma Kat and Her Bear Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04254210236142173792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-3898279929430485032018-12-04T22:03:37.102-06:002018-12-04T22:03:37.102-06:00Our family's first pet was a rabbit and we did...Our family's first pet was a rabbit and we didn't take him to the vet until something was very very wrong. And that only happened because I begged my parents and called around to find the most economical vet. I couldn't just let him suffer like that and it makes me so sad that my parents could.Momma Kat and Her Bear Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04254210236142173792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2604919255879575307.post-32455216052039056632018-12-04T22:01:24.410-06:002018-12-04T22:01:24.410-06:00At first, I thought it was just my vet ... I wish ...At first, I thought it was just my vet ... I wish people got the message!Momma Kat and Her Bear Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04254210236142173792noreply@blogger.com