This is Pixel, my lovely eight month old Ragdoll. She is even sweeter than she is beautiful. She adores being cuddled and never stops purring.
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Ooh, that one smells like last weeks’ catbox (lol)
Comment by Diane in WA
2007-04-10 20:54:17
well there realy good you sood go in to bisness
Comment by Kat
2007-04-10 21:56:41
It’s funny, I was sorta thinking about it. Lots of competition though.
Comment by Diane in WA
2007-04-10 20:57:09
oh kat what place is UK Just whated to know
Comment by Kat
2007-04-10 21:10:58
The United Kingdom, it used to be called Great Britain, but that is now considered non-PC because of the history of imperialism.
More specifically, I live in England.
True. It’s actually been shortened. The full title is “The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland”.
Comment by Instinct
2007-04-10 21:58:06
Istanbul use to be Constantinople. And New York use to be New Amsterdam
I’m just saying…
Comment by MeezerMama
2007-04-10 22:30:20
Even old New York was once New Amseterdam
Why they changed it, I can’t say
People just liked it better that way
Comment by Rosie in SA
2007-04-10 22:44:51
History lesson: The colony/territory where New York is now, was once owned by Holland. Then that territory was claimed by the Prince of York.
Comment by Kate the Grate
2007-04-10 22:46:50
Actually, it is called the United Kingdom due to the Unification Bill of 1704, resulting in an “organic” union of the kingdoms of Scotland and Ireland, in the person of James I.
I knew that British Studies major woud come in handy one day-
Comment by Kate the Grate
2007-04-10 22:51:41
Oh, I forgot: Constantinople was changed to Istanbul after the Fourth Crusade and the ultimate Islamic victory over the Christian kingdom of Constantine, one of the last Holy Roman Emperors.
New Amsterdam was lost by the Dutch to the Stuarts, and James, Duke of York (later James II, deposed by the Dutch rulers William and Mary - how ironic), was Lord High Admiral at the time (his brother, Charles II was king). As a result of the victory, New Amsterdam was re-named after the Duke, New York.
Comment by Joan from New Jersey
2007-04-10 23:17:23
Google directions from New York to London. When the written directions show up, go to #23. You’ll see what I mean. Enjoy!
I laughed out loud. Obviously, Google is ready for every sort of question.
Comment by socr14miv
2007-04-11 01:58:38
wow….great history lesson…
Comment by Diane in WA
2007-04-11 18:01:12
wow thanks beacause i was looking for a cat and i saw one i wanted and it was in UK and i did’t know were that was i live in Washington state and don’t go to history class (Homeshcooled) and don’t have to do that tip of stuff
Comment by Ange in MH, CA.
2007-04-11 03:49:47
Kat if you don’t mind me asking which breeder did you get Pixel through?
I have been doing a little research on Ragdolls and Maine coons.
Comment by Kat owned by Pixel and Minstrel
2007-04-11 13:58:57
I got her from Emerisle Ragdolls just outside of York. When I did my research, I noticed a lot of breeders who did more than one kind of cat often had Raggies with Maine Coons. And here I am with a Raggie and a Coon! When I first got the Coon boy, Minstrel, I got a little Birman girl, Skittles, at the same time from the same breeder. She died last month very unexpectedly and I just couldn’t go on, so Pixel was an attempt at coping. I know it was not the cleverest thing to do toget another cat so soon, but it just hurt so much. It’s turning out well though, Pixie is a wonderful girl and she really is helping me cope. She’s no replacement obviously, but I do think she is a worthy successor.
Anyway, back to the point, I would definitely recommend Coons and Raggies together. They get on very well from what I have seen!
Comment by Ange in MH, CA.
2007-04-11 22:06:27
Thank you very much. I have been looking into the two breeds like I said before. I am seriously looking into getting 2 kitties at the same time and am looking for a breeder that raises both. I may live in the U.S. but i am looking all over at breeders, so I can get the best from the best. Thank you again.
KL,
You will be found by a new fur-friend when you least expect it. No one thing can replace the love you lost, but someone IS waiting for you, somewhere, to curl up in your lap and let you know they found their fur-ever home. My best wishes to you, my sorrow shared for your loss, and my hugs to you. Remember, your ragdoll is waiting at the Rainbow Bridge.
T
You are absolutely right! And we are able to have “Freedom of Speech” because we have heroes and heroines who serve in all branches of the Military to keep us FREE.
Comment by Rosie in SA
2007-04-10 22:48:08
A-bloody-men!! Three of those serving are my children! I have two in the Army, one in Afghanistan and one going to Iraq in September, and one Marine-don’t know where she’s headed yet.
My son, Andrew, ships for Parris Island the day before my birthday (May 28th), and is carrying on the “family business”- ONCE A MARINE, ALWAYS A MARINE!
T
Comment by Instinct
2007-04-11 13:08:19
Semper Fi, Thomas
Comment by Diane in WA
2007-04-11 18:03:24
well it looks like something my brother would like
NEW YORK - Betty and Bob Matas have retired and are moving to Arizona, but like many New Yorkers they don’t drive, and they don’t want their cats to travel all that way in an airliner cargo hold.
Their solution: “Hey, cabbie.”
They met taxi driver Douglas Guldeniz when they hailed his cab after a shopping trip several weeks ago.
They got to talking about their upcoming move, and “we said ‘Do you want to come?’” said Bob Matas, 72, a former audio and video engineer for advertising agencies. “And he said ‘Sure.’”
It was initially a gag, Matas said, but as they talked over the ensuing weeks it became reality.
They plan to leave Tuesday on the 2,400-mile trip to Sedona, Ariz., with Guldeniz driving his yellow SUV cab 10 hours a day for a flat fee of $3,000, plus gas, meals and lodging.
They’re getting a break. The standard, metered fare would be about $5,000 — each way, according to David Pollack, executive director of the Committee for Taxi Safety, a drivers’ group. But city Taxi and Limousine Commission rules direct drivers and passengers to negotiate a flat fare for trips outside the city and a few suburban areas.
It’s also a good deal for Guldeniz.
“This job is not easy, and I want to do something different,” said Guldeniz, 45, who has been driving a taxi for two years. “I want to have some good memories.”
The Matases will ride in relaxed comfort in Guldeniz’s sport utility vehicle while their cats ride in the back in their travel cases. A mover will haul their belongings.
“It’s a little unusual, but it will be fun,” said Betty Matas, 71, a retired executive administrative assistant.
Raggies are very special. If I ever see one up for adoption (rescue) I don’t think I will be able to say no!
Hello Kittenmaster, have you changed the rules? Last I heard only kittens qualified for your site. You rejected my adorable 6 months old Alfie for that reason or so you said.. hmm
I’ll accept images of kittens I know to be under a year old, but if I think they look older or I’m just not sure (and yes, it’s hard to tell) I’ll generally pick smaller animals. In the end, 99% of pictures are rejected because a) they’re *obviously* cats, or b) because the pictures aren’t great.
Thanks for your reply,Kittenmaster I do have a great subject but Unfortunately only recently got a great camera. I was only kitting (that’s kidding in catese)
Comment by The CatWrangler from Louisiana
2007-04-12 02:21:30
JLC
Hey, Kittenmaster — I just wanted to let you know that I think you do a fine job — and I’m sure you’ve had some difficult decisions to make.
If it was me — unless the photos were out of focus or badly framed — I’d have a tough time choosing which ones would be displayed and which ones would not be. Thanks for the job you do.
What a beautiful doll you are! How long did it take for you get her to sit still like that? I bet she’s shedding like the rest of my brood right now. Hair everywhere!
Kisses to you Pixel, and hugs to all TDK’ers.
PS - We’re moving to MD next month with all 4 cats. Suggestions on who to fly with carry-on pets? Did you use sedatives?
It’s been 20 years since I had to fly with a pet, but I went with Delta when I moved from HI to GA and they treated both people and pets right. I have never had a complaint about their service.
While I have never sent pets on Southwest, they seem to have their act straight on everything else. Another airline with which I have never had a problem.
When it comes to sedatives, that issue is probably best settled between you and your vet. You two know your pets best!
It’s been a few years, but I took 2 kittens on an American flight from Florida to Maine. At that time the airline only allowed 2 animals per cabin on the larger planes. Just check the individual airline for the current rules - might be available on their web sites.
We rescued a kitten on our annual vacation to our resort in Cancun last November. The staff at the Cancun airport were awesome (the ticket agents were taking pictures of his “passport” and the security agents were kind). We flew United. Make your reservations in advance, as most airlines only allow a limited number of pets in the cabin. Make sure the carrier fits under the seat. Our flight attendant was a little snippy (probably a dog person). Bandido did not need sedatives, he was better behaved than any of the kids on the flight. We put dog wee-wee pads in the bottom of the carrier in case of an accident, but he did not even use it until SF. BUT, make sure you have a harness and leash on each cat. When we came thru San Francisco, we had to take him out of the carrier to go thru security. And the security agent was an absolute vile bitch! Customs even took away his food. I will never go thru customs in SF again (or Miami either). And I will never, ever put a pet in cargo. I had a poor experience with Southwest about 18 years ago. When we picked up our cat (she had radiation treatment at UC Irvine, drove her there, but she had to stay 2 weeks ), her face was battered and cut and Scoundrel was traumatized for weeks. They left her on the tarmack (in August) between cages of 2 large dogs. Honestly, the animals are not treated any better than your luggage. Good luck on your trip.
I flew with CJ from San Diego to Dulles. She was able to get on the plane with me for an extra $50. Well worth it to me. We flew United and took a red eye. I was actually able to take CJ out of her carrier for most of the flight. Shhhhhhh, don’t tell the flight attendants.
When it came time to move to TX, I took Sebastian with me and put him under the seat. Delta was kind enough to let me do that. I don’t know if they still do that or not, but it was a comfort to me to know he was right there. Of course, I had one kitty and not 4. Good luck and yes I did use sedatives.
Thank you for your input. Has anyone flown Jet Blue? It flys non-stop to Dulles and my husband swears by them. He’s going to fly out with one of them first in a couple of weeks, then one cat for each of us later in May (me, hubbie, and daughter)
I’ve checked out most airline websites and it’s between United (LAX to BWI nonstop) or JetBlue (LongBeach to Dulles nonstop). I particulary don’t care for Southworst and some of their policies.
Believe it or not, she was just relaxing on the bed and I started snapping. Guess she is a natural poser
And yes, she’s shedding like mad. and in heat as I can’t get her fixed for another two weeks. My poor Maine Coon boy (fixed) doesn’t know what to make of her.
im moving to boston in august and was thinking about flying with my 3 cats. i looked up some info and found out alot of interesting stuff, including that you are not allowed to sedate them. plus alot of airlines require you have a note from a vet no more then 10 days before the flight stating that they are healthy.
WOW! What a beauty. I think she’s the most beautiful breed. I would love to have one. I had a snowshoe and she was so sweet but could she hold a grudge!
Oh my she is beautiful! Love those blue eyes and all her fluffy prettiness. Smoochies for the sweetie.
Big Purrs and hugs all around.
Today is ASPC orange day. http://www.aspca.org/site/PageServer?pagename=aspcaday
Have a great day TDKers.
Good morning, everyone!
I just came back from the vet with Bob. He hadn’t been feeling well for a few days, and was throwing up everything he ate on Saturday. Sunday he wouldn’t eat at all, but he started eating a bit yesterday, so I figured he was getting better. He’s been so lethartic, though, that I decided to go to the vet this morning. It seems he has a kidney infection! He hasn’t eaten any recalled food, but I’m still freaked out about his kidneys being infected. He had shots of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory and some succutaneous fluids injected. After we left, I had to give him his first dose of antibiotic drops - he’s had it with me now!!! We’re going to see how he does on the meds, and if he’s not better in a few days, we’ll go back for bloodtests, x-rays etc. It’s so scary!
Poor Bob is sleeping on an office chair right next to me right now, totally wiped out!
Does anyone know anything about kidney infections in kitties?
Oh, poor baby Bob. My sister’s cat Sham-Sham had a kidney infection she first got him. He had antibiotics for awhile and then he was fine. *hugs to Bob and wishes for him to be better soon*
Seems to be more common in male cats. That has happened with us. If taken care of early they normally recover well. Menden, my husbands first cat, had trouble through his whole life. When he had a problem we had to take him in and he would sometimes take antibiotics, although once he had to have a procedure because he was blocked. He did okay though. They inserted a catheter to break up the crystal blockage and he was fine. He did die of kidney failure but not until he was over 18 years old. Don’t give up on the little guy and know we are praying for a speedy recovery.
I don’t have any advice on the kidney infection, but giving meds-now there I can help. Always give meds while the cat is on a slippery surface. Why? If they try to back peddle while you’re trying to get the meds down him, he hasn’t any grip and can’t get away as easily. The best way to get the liquid meds in is to just squirt it in and hold the mouth closed while blowing in the face. Seem weird but they have only two choices at that point-swallow or gag. The blowing encourages the swallowing. It seems a little extreem but you want him to get better and you can’t just ask him to take his meds.
Thanks everybody, for your advice and well-wishes - I’ve hugged Bob from all of you (though he’s still just sleeping - hasn’t moved since I put him on the chair when we got in to work two hours ago - guess the meds are making him drowsy, too).
I’m going to take your advise, Rosie and blow in his face when I give him his meds tonight. This morning, it seemed I ended up wearing more of it than he swallowed!!!!!
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Comment by Great Dane
2007-04-10 16:41:33
Oh, and I did try to ask him(very nicely, too!) to please take the meds, but it didn’t work! Strange…..
Comment by Mom to Tiga and the gang
2007-04-10 18:08:19
There’s this wonderful thing, Pill Pockets. My cats can’t resist them. You put the medicine into it and squeeze it closed. Feed it as a treat. They’re at Petsmart, and other big pet food stores.
Pill Pockets are for pills only. Guess what my little guy who will eat anything refused the pill pocket
Comment by CatRancher from Iowa
2007-04-10 22:02:28
Great Dane….I dropped Metacam drops into a pill pocket and fed them to my kitty…you might ask the vet, but I wouldn’t think this would negate the effects of the medicine..
I am happy to hear that Bob is home with you and on the mend. As the vet recommended a special diet cat food? When my Freud had an infection, he lived another 15 years, but always had to be kept on the Science Diet prescription food. I’m not recommending ANY type of cat food, however, it’s whatever the vet recommends!
Actually the vet didn’t even mention food, which I thought was odd after all the recalls and kitties with the kidney problems? Anyway, when I asked him if I should feed him anything special, he said to let him eat anything he wants to eat. (Which has the boss’ beta fish VERY worried at the moment!!!!) He started eating a little of his old food again yesterday, so I guess I’ll keep feeding him that.
Sorry, just read your post. Purrs for your baby to get better.
Food plays a very big role in their well being. I really think a kitty with kidney problems needs to be on special vet food.
Maybe he can eat anything he wants (including beta fish) when he is sick but not long term.
If you possibly can please ask another vet..Hugs for your baby
Comment by Great Dane
2007-04-10 18:53:12
Thanks, Evangeline!
When he’s better or when we get back to the vet, I will ask him to recommend a kidney-friendly food for Bob. I was feeding him Nutro Natural Choice dry kitten food at first, which he really liked. Then after that company started recalling other of their foods (but not Bob’s food), I decided to change to something else. I started him on Blue Spa for kittens and mixed it with his old food. Now that he hasn’t been feeling well and I’m trying to get him to eat, the Nutro food seems to be the most tempting to him.
Good luck with Bob, my thoughts are with you. I don’t know anything about kidney infections, but my Skittles had polycystic kidney disease and she lived quite happily with it with special food and the daily pills. I hope your Bob can do the same for many more years.
Thanks, everyone, for your support!
Bob had just been lying next to me for some 6 hours, except for a visit to the litterbox, so I went and bought him some tuna. The smell woke him up, and he jumped down and sniffed at it, but wouldn’t eat it. Then he proceeded to jump back on “his” chair on then on the desk, where I keep a ziplock bag with a little dry food for him. He seemed mighty interested, so I put some out for him and he ate it all. Just about 10-12 pieces, but still! Funny how he chose his dry food over tuna!
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Comment by Serenah in AR
2007-04-10 22:09:26
Great Dane, that sounds very encouraging! I’m sure once the meds have a chance to kick in, he’ll be feeling much better. Kidney and bladder infections aren’t that unusual in boy kitties; you do want to watch him closely as he heals, though, to be sure he doesn’t develop a blocked urethra. I’ve been through these many times, and it sounds like your vet is doing all the right things. I’ll be praying that Bob recovers quickly and has no further problems. Hugs to you both!
TUNA, IS WHAT CAUSES CRYSTALLS TO FORM IN MALE CATS,I KNOW CAUSE I HAD TWO MALE CATS DIE FROM GIVING THEM TUNA AS TREATS,THERE IS SOMETHING IN TUNA EVEN SPECIAL TUNA FOR CATS,THAT FIXED AND UNFIXED MALES CAN’T DIGEST AND TURNS INTO THE CRYSTALLS.
Comment by Joan from New Jersey
2007-04-10 23:26:34
Elaine, thank you very much for this post. My boys eat tuna on occasion, but maybe they will settle for another type of treat next time. Most recently, it was ham from Easter dinner.
This is Pixel, my lovely eight month old Ragdoll. She is even sweeter than she is beautiful. She adores being cuddled and never stops purring.
What a beauty. I’m going to grab her and cuddle her before anyone else gets here.
shes looks nice but were did you get her pics done?
Actually, I took it myself. Thanks!!
You must be a professional photographer, because it looks perfect. She is a beauty!
Yes great snap indeed!
Thank you. It’s easy with a subject like Pixel though.
when she gets bigger, will she be a “mega-Pixel”?
T
Ooh, that one smells like last weeks’ catbox (lol)
well there realy good you sood go in to bisness
It’s funny, I was sorta thinking about it. Lots of competition though.
oh kat what place is UK Just whated to know
The United Kingdom, it used to be called Great Britain, but that is now considered non-PC because of the history of imperialism.
More specifically, I live in England.
True. It’s actually been shortened. The full title is “The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland”.
Istanbul use to be Constantinople. And New York use to be New Amsterdam
I’m just saying…
Even old New York was once New Amseterdam
Why they changed it, I can’t say
People just liked it better that way
History lesson: The colony/territory where New York is now, was once owned by Holland. Then that territory was claimed by the Prince of York.
Actually, it is called the United Kingdom due to the Unification Bill of 1704, resulting in an “organic” union of the kingdoms of Scotland and Ireland, in the person of James I.
I knew that British Studies major woud come in handy one day-
Oh, I forgot: Constantinople was changed to Istanbul after the Fourth Crusade and the ultimate Islamic victory over the Christian kingdom of Constantine, one of the last Holy Roman Emperors.
New Amsterdam was lost by the Dutch to the Stuarts, and James, Duke of York (later James II, deposed by the Dutch rulers William and Mary - how ironic), was Lord High Admiral at the time (his brother, Charles II was king). As a result of the victory, New Amsterdam was re-named after the Duke, New York.
Google directions from New York to London. When the written directions show up, go to #23. You’ll see what I mean. Enjoy!
That’s special
I laughed out loud. Obviously, Google is ready for every sort of question.
wow….great history lesson…
wow thanks beacause i was looking for a cat and i saw one i wanted and it was in UK and i did’t know were that was i live in Washington state and don’t go to history class (Homeshcooled) and don’t have to do that tip of stuff
Kat if you don’t mind me asking which breeder did you get Pixel through?
I have been doing a little research on Ragdolls and Maine coons.
I got her from Emerisle Ragdolls just outside of York. When I did my research, I noticed a lot of breeders who did more than one kind of cat often had Raggies with Maine Coons. And here I am with a Raggie and a Coon! When I first got the Coon boy, Minstrel, I got a little Birman girl, Skittles, at the same time from the same breeder. She died last month very unexpectedly and I just couldn’t go on, so Pixel was an attempt at coping. I know it was not the cleverest thing to do toget another cat so soon, but it just hurt so much. It’s turning out well though, Pixie is a wonderful girl and she really is helping me cope. She’s no replacement obviously, but I do think she is a worthy successor.
Anyway, back to the point, I would definitely recommend Coons and Raggies together. They get on very well from what I have seen!
Thank you very much. I have been looking into the two breeds like I said before. I am seriously looking into getting 2 kitties at the same time and am looking for a breeder that raises both. I may live in the U.S. but i am looking all over at breeders, so I can get the best from the best. Thank you again.
Sincerely,
Ange
I was wondering the same thing diane.
yeah it’s like were is that i thout it was you krane or some thing
that makes me wanna weep i have a cat like that but it passed away on easter!:(
Oh kitty lover, I’m so sorry. Maybe Our Lord wanted a beauty for a heavenly Easter basket. I wish you well…
So sorry Kitty Lover. When you feel like you can, go to a shelter and there will be another friend waiting for you right there.
It’s hard, but with friends and time we can all get through it
So sorry kitty lover on the loss of your baby. It is always so hard when they leave us. When the time is right you will find a new kitty to love.
KL,
You will be found by a new fur-friend when you least expect it. No one thing can replace the love you lost, but someone IS waiting for you, somewhere, to curl up in your lap and let you know they found their fur-ever home. My best wishes to you, my sorrow shared for your loss, and my hugs to you. Remember, your ragdoll is waiting at the Rainbow Bridge.
T
I’m so sorry kitty lover *hug*
Not a chance.Even though I’m in germany I still can order her online but my mom is getting a manecoon.
this cat is saying, “yes, i am the royal princess of egypt”
High resolution fuzz
Looks like a mega-pixel to me!
is anyone looking for a cat or dog go to
petfinder.com
She looks very dignified, doesn’t she? Dignified but not digital.
OK, cool story - well, at least I think it is
(you have to go to the link because there is a graphic as part of the story)
*** U.S. military develops Robocop armour for soldiers***
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/technology/technology.html?in_article_id=447631&in_page_id=1965
Ubercool, Instinct
I want one for myself, but I think I will have to save up a lot of pennies.
Maybe if I pick up cans along the road and recycle them…..
We call those guys Aluminum miners
what dose that web site have to do with pixle
Not a dang thing
We call it freedom of speech
You are absolutely right! And we are able to have “Freedom of Speech” because we have heroes and heroines who serve in all branches of the Military to keep us FREE.
A-bloody-men!! Three of those serving are my children! I have two in the Army, one in Afghanistan and one going to Iraq in September, and one Marine-don’t know where she’s headed yet.
My son, Andrew, ships for Parris Island the day before my birthday (May 28th), and is carrying on the “family business”- ONCE A MARINE, ALWAYS A MARINE!
T
Semper Fi, Thomas
well it looks like something my brother would like
what a beautiful girlcat !!!
***NYC couple hail cab for 2,400-mile ride***
NEW YORK - Betty and Bob Matas have retired and are moving to Arizona, but like many New Yorkers they don’t drive, and they don’t want their cats to travel all that way in an airliner cargo hold.
Their solution: “Hey, cabbie.”
They met taxi driver Douglas Guldeniz when they hailed his cab after a shopping trip several weeks ago.
They got to talking about their upcoming move, and “we said ‘Do you want to come?’” said Bob Matas, 72, a former audio and video engineer for advertising agencies. “And he said ‘Sure.’”
It was initially a gag, Matas said, but as they talked over the ensuing weeks it became reality.
They plan to leave Tuesday on the 2,400-mile trip to Sedona, Ariz., with Guldeniz driving his yellow SUV cab 10 hours a day for a flat fee of $3,000, plus gas, meals and lodging.
They’re getting a break. The standard, metered fare would be about $5,000 — each way, according to David Pollack, executive director of the Committee for Taxi Safety, a drivers’ group. But city Taxi and Limousine Commission rules direct drivers and passengers to negotiate a flat fare for trips outside the city and a few suburban areas.
It’s also a good deal for Guldeniz.
“This job is not easy, and I want to do something different,” said Guldeniz, 45, who has been driving a taxi for two years. “I want to have some good memories.”
The Matases will ride in relaxed comfort in Guldeniz’s sport utility vehicle while their cats ride in the back in their travel cases. A mover will haul their belongings.
“It’s a little unusual, but it will be fun,” said Betty Matas, 71, a retired executive administrative assistant.
What a nice story,thanks for sharing Instinct.
Pixel is a study in purrfection
Raggies are very special. If I ever see one up for adoption (rescue) I don’t think I will be able to say no!
Hello Kittenmaster, have you changed the rules? Last I heard only kittens qualified for your site. You rejected my adorable 6 months old Alfie for that reason or so you said.. hmm
I’ll accept images of kittens I know to be under a year old, but if I think they look older or I’m just not sure (and yes, it’s hard to tell) I’ll generally pick smaller animals. In the end, 99% of pictures are rejected because a) they’re *obviously* cats, or b) because the pictures aren’t great.
Thanks for your reply,Kittenmaster
I do have a great subject but Unfortunately only recently got a great camera. I was only kitting (that’s kidding in catese)
JLC
Hey, Kittenmaster — I just wanted to let you know that I think you do a fine job — and I’m sure you’ve had some difficult decisions to make.
If it was me — unless the photos were out of focus or badly framed — I’d have a tough time choosing which ones would be displayed and which ones would not be. Thanks for the job you do.
Take care,
The CatWrangler from Louisiana
I could see Pixel’s picture in a very fancy gilded frame. She is one elegant young lady.
What a beautiful doll you are! How long did it take for you get her to sit still like that? I bet she’s shedding like the rest of my brood right now. Hair everywhere!
Kisses to you Pixel, and hugs to all TDK’ers.
PS - We’re moving to MD next month with all 4 cats. Suggestions on who to fly with carry-on pets? Did you use sedatives?
Maybe I should hire this taxi??
It’s been 20 years since I had to fly with a pet, but I went with Delta when I moved from HI to GA and they treated both people and pets right. I have never had a complaint about their service.
While I have never sent pets on Southwest, they seem to have their act straight on everything else. Another airline with which I have never had a problem.
When it comes to sedatives, that issue is probably best settled between you and your vet. You two know your pets best!
I wish you well!
I suggest flying into BWI. I’ve never had luggage issues at BWI, where Dulles and National are both screaming nightmares.
It’s been a few years, but I took 2 kittens on an American flight from Florida to Maine. At that time the airline only allowed 2 animals per cabin on the larger planes. Just check the individual airline for the current rules - might be available on their web sites.
We rescued a kitten on our annual vacation to our resort in Cancun last November. The staff at the Cancun airport were awesome (the ticket agents were taking pictures of his “passport” and the security agents were kind). We flew United. Make your reservations in advance, as most airlines only allow a limited number of pets in the cabin. Make sure the carrier fits under the seat. Our flight attendant was a little snippy (probably a dog person). Bandido did not need sedatives, he was better behaved than any of the kids on the flight. We put dog wee-wee pads in the bottom of the carrier in case of an accident, but he did not even use it until SF. BUT, make sure you have a harness and leash on each cat. When we came thru San Francisco, we had to take him out of the carrier to go thru security. And the security agent was an absolute vile bitch! Customs even took away his food. I will never go thru customs in SF again (or Miami either). And I will never, ever put a pet in cargo. I had a poor experience with Southwest about 18 years ago. When we picked up our cat (she had radiation treatment at UC Irvine, drove her there, but she had to stay 2 weeks ), her face was battered and cut and Scoundrel was traumatized for weeks. They left her on the tarmack (in August) between cages of 2 large dogs. Honestly, the animals are not treated any better than your luggage. Good luck on your trip.
I flew with CJ from San Diego to Dulles. She was able to get on the plane with me for an extra $50. Well worth it to me. We flew United and took a red eye. I was actually able to take CJ out of her carrier for most of the flight. Shhhhhhh, don’t tell the flight attendants.
No sedatives for us!
When it came time to move to TX, I took Sebastian with me and put him under the seat. Delta was kind enough to let me do that. I don’t know if they still do that or not, but it was a comfort to me to know he was right there. Of course, I had one kitty and not 4. Good luck and yes I did use sedatives.
Thank you for your input. Has anyone flown Jet Blue? It flys non-stop to Dulles and my husband swears by them. He’s going to fly out with one of them first in a couple of weeks, then one cat for each of us later in May (me, hubbie, and daughter)
I’ve checked out most airline websites and it’s between United (LAX to BWI nonstop) or JetBlue (LongBeach to Dulles nonstop). I particulary don’t care for Southworst and some of their policies.
I’ve flown with JetBlue and they weren’t basd. Never taken an animal with them, though.
Dulles is a hell of an airport for a cat, though. Dark, dingy, and crowded, with lax security, and the moving driven trams are very, very weird.
I’m pretty sure my mother in law’s sister has taken jet blue several times with her maltese. You can put them under the seat.
Believe it or not, she was just relaxing on the bed and I started snapping. Guess she is a natural poser
And yes, she’s shedding like mad. and in heat as I can’t get her fixed for another two weeks. My poor Maine Coon boy (fixed) doesn’t know what to make of her.
im moving to boston in august and was thinking about flying with my 3 cats. i looked up some info and found out alot of interesting stuff, including that you are not allowed to sedate them. plus alot of airlines require you have a note from a vet no more then 10 days before the flight stating that they are healthy.
Cool name for a cool cat
WOW! What a beauty. I think she’s the most beautiful breed. I would love to have one. I had a snowshoe and she was so sweet but could she hold a grudge!
I have 4 Ragdolls and I love this breed. They are beautiful and so sweet. Pixel is beautiful.
Oh my she is beautiful! Love those blue eyes and all her fluffy prettiness. Smoochies for the sweetie.
Big Purrs and hugs all around.
Today is ASPC orange day.
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Have a great day TDKers.
Raggedy Pixel! How sweet you are.
Wow. What a gorgeous girl!
Very sweet
Good morning, everyone!
I just came back from the vet with Bob. He hadn’t been feeling well for a few days, and was throwing up everything he ate on Saturday. Sunday he wouldn’t eat at all, but he started eating a bit yesterday, so I figured he was getting better. He’s been so lethartic, though, that I decided to go to the vet this morning. It seems he has a kidney infection! He hasn’t eaten any recalled food, but I’m still freaked out about his kidneys being infected. He had shots of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory and some succutaneous fluids injected. After we left, I had to give him his first dose of antibiotic drops - he’s had it with me now!!! We’re going to see how he does on the meds, and if he’s not better in a few days, we’ll go back for bloodtests, x-rays etc. It’s so scary!
Poor Bob is sleeping on an office chair right next to me right now, totally wiped out!
Does anyone know anything about kidney infections in kitties?
Poor Bob! I hope he gets better quick. Sorry, I know nothing about kidney infections
Oh, poor baby Bob. My sister’s cat Sham-Sham had a kidney infection she first got him. He had antibiotics for awhile and then he was fine. *hugs to Bob and wishes for him to be better soon*
Much love to you and Bob. I hope he gets better soon.
Seems to be more common in male cats. That has happened with us. If taken care of early they normally recover well. Menden, my husbands first cat, had trouble through his whole life. When he had a problem we had to take him in and he would sometimes take antibiotics, although once he had to have a procedure because he was blocked. He did okay though. They inserted a catheter to break up the crystal blockage and he was fine. He did die of kidney failure but not until he was over 18 years old. Don’t give up on the little guy and know we are praying for a speedy recovery.
I don’t have any advice on the kidney infection, but giving meds-now there I can help. Always give meds while the cat is on a slippery surface. Why? If they try to back peddle while you’re trying to get the meds down him, he hasn’t any grip and can’t get away as easily. The best way to get the liquid meds in is to just squirt it in and hold the mouth closed while blowing in the face. Seem weird but they have only two choices at that point-swallow or gag. The blowing encourages the swallowing. It seems a little extreem but you want him to get better and you can’t just ask him to take his meds.
Thanks everybody, for your advice and well-wishes - I’ve hugged Bob from all of you (though he’s still just sleeping - hasn’t moved since I put him on the chair when we got in to work two hours ago - guess the meds are making him drowsy, too).
I’m going to take your advise, Rosie and blow in his face when I give him his meds tonight. This morning, it seemed I ended up wearing more of it than he swallowed!!!!!
Oh, and I did try to ask him(very nicely, too!) to please take the meds, but it didn’t work! Strange…..
There’s this wonderful thing, Pill Pockets. My cats can’t resist them. You put the medicine into it and squeeze it closed. Feed it as a treat. They’re at Petsmart, and other big pet food stores.
But can you put liqiud meds in them?
Pill Pockets are for pills only. Guess what my little guy who will eat anything refused the pill pocket
Great Dane….I dropped Metacam drops into a pill pocket and fed them to my kitty…you might ask the vet, but I wouldn’t think this would negate the effects of the medicine..
I am happy to hear that Bob is home with you and on the mend. As the vet recommended a special diet cat food? When my Freud had an infection, he lived another 15 years, but always had to be kept on the Science Diet prescription food. I’m not recommending ANY type of cat food, however, it’s whatever the vet recommends!
Actually the vet didn’t even mention food, which I thought was odd after all the recalls and kitties with the kidney problems? Anyway, when I asked him if I should feed him anything special, he said to let him eat anything he wants to eat. (Which has the boss’ beta fish VERY worried at the moment!!!!) He started eating a little of his old food again yesterday, so I guess I’ll keep feeding him that.
Sorry, just read your post. Purrs for your baby to get better.
Food plays a very big role in their well being. I really think a kitty with kidney problems needs to be on special vet food.
Maybe he can eat anything he wants (including beta fish) when he is sick but not long term.
If you possibly can please ask another vet..Hugs for your baby
Thanks, Evangeline!
When he’s better or when we get back to the vet, I will ask him to recommend a kidney-friendly food for Bob. I was feeding him Nutro Natural Choice dry kitten food at first, which he really liked. Then after that company started recalling other of their foods (but not Bob’s food), I decided to change to something else. I started him on Blue Spa for kittens and mixed it with his old food. Now that he hasn’t been feeling well and I’m trying to get him to eat, the Nutro food seems to be the most tempting to him.
I heard on CNN that right now the only link between all the recalled foods is wheat gluten So no food with that until the next bomb drops on us
What food doesn’t have wheat gluten in it? I’ve looked around and haven’t found any. Maybe I just didn’t look in the right place.
Great Dane, You may want to ask your vet about Science Diet Prescription K-D dry food. It is for cats with kidney problems.
Science Diet DRY uses corn gluten instead of wheat gluten. That is what I feed my babies.
the dry Nutro Natural Choice indoor formula also uses the Corn Gluten rather than wheat gluten. Big relief to me
Itchmo has an article or twelve about the danger of corn gluten, which is used as a natural insecticide. We and our pets are not out of the woods yet…
Poor guy! Purrs and headbutts for his quick recovery.
Good luck with Bob, my thoughts are with you. I don’t know anything about kidney infections, but my Skittles had polycystic kidney disease and she lived quite happily with it with special food and the daily pills. I hope your Bob can do the same for many more years.
Thanks, everyone, for your support!
Bob had just been lying next to me for some 6 hours, except for a visit to the litterbox, so I went and bought him some tuna. The smell woke him up, and he jumped down and sniffed at it, but wouldn’t eat it. Then he proceeded to jump back on “his” chair on then on the desk, where I keep a ziplock bag with a little dry food for him. He seemed mighty interested, so I put some out for him and he ate it all. Just about 10-12 pieces, but still! Funny how he chose his dry food over tuna!
Great Dane, that sounds very encouraging! I’m sure once the meds have a chance to kick in, he’ll be feeling much better. Kidney and bladder infections aren’t that unusual in boy kitties; you do want to watch him closely as he heals, though, to be sure he doesn’t develop a blocked urethra. I’ve been through these many times, and it sounds like your vet is doing all the right things. I’ll be praying that Bob recovers quickly and has no further problems. Hugs to you both!
TUNA, IS WHAT CAUSES CRYSTALLS TO FORM IN MALE CATS,I KNOW CAUSE I HAD TWO MALE CATS DIE FROM GIVING THEM TUNA AS TREATS,THERE IS SOMETHING IN TUNA EVEN SPECIAL TUNA FOR CATS,THAT FIXED AND UNFIXED MALES CAN’T DIGEST AND TURNS INTO THE CRYSTALLS.
Elaine, thank you very much for this post. My boys eat tuna on occasion, but maybe they will settle for another type of treat next time. Most recently, it was ham from Easter dinner.
I hope Bob gets better quickly!
Hugs and purrs to Bob. Hope he feels better and is driving you crazy in no time!
Prettier than a picture fuzz!