Hi again Jenna. I should mention that I'm hoping to adopt a litle blind kitten
right now. If the only risk is that the glaucoma could spread to his other
eye, I wouldn't worry about that in the least! From what I've heard, blind
cats do just fine and will learn to navigate in no time.
I can understand your concern about the glaucoma affecting the rest of his
health and his life span. And only you cann know how much you can handle
(emotionally and financially). But if there's anything I've learned in the
last few months, it's that cats (and probably all animals) are far more LIKE
humans than they are different - even physiologically, emotionally, and
socially. I don't think I've ever heard of glaucoma in people affecting other
than vision, so I kind of doubt it would in cats either. But I don't know.
I'd keep asking around and as long as it's not going to mean he'll die shortly,
I'd definitely take him! Especially since he's calling to you. :)
Satine will be so proud of you for loving this little one! Good luck!
MJ
Melissa Lind <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
Jenna,
First of all, I agree with everyone elseif you wont help this poor soul,
who will? Im new to the rescue business and special needs cats, but Im
finding so much support and help. I know there will be heartbreak in my future,
and Im often crying when reading everyones experiences on herebut just know
that you are part of an amazing group of people whos hearts are so large and
benevolent, that they can take almost anythingI know you can too!
As for information, on another discussion board that Ive just recently
joined (but not as focused as you all are on FeLV and special needs kitties), I
think theres a lady with two blind kittiesCosmo and Cooper. Im not quite
sure, but she has them as part of her signature. Her user name is Laura IMOM
and the web address is
http://www.imom.invisionzone.com/community/index.php?showforum=49
This website is for people seeking financial assistance for their special
needs animals. I just get advice hereso you dont have to be asking for money.
But, you might be eligible with the new baby. Heres the link to a post with
her name on itit was one of my topics that she responded too.
http://www.imom.invisionzone.com/community/index.php?showtopic=2554
Ill also post something for her and see if she responds. I can pass the info
on to you if youd like
Best wishes for you, and I hope you can take the poor thingbut youll know
what to do and what is best for your situation. Just know that there are many
people who would support you emotionally if you decided to take on this new
kitty.
Melissa
"If you talk to the animals they will talk with you and you will know
each other. If you do not talk to them you will not know them, and
what you do not know you will fear. What one fears, one destroys."
--Chief Dan George
"I hold that, the more helpless a creature, the more entitled it is to
protection by man from the cruelty of man
The greatness of a nation and its
moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated." Mohandas
Gandhi (1869-1948)
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