Need help/advise

[Dantes]

This really hits home. I also had cats in the past, including my Simba who had PU surgery after several bouts of crystals, when my Dante was diagnosed with idiopathic cystitis (yeah, stupid non-diagnosis and if someone EVER said that to me again, I'd punch them). Since I had had a cat with severe problems before, I thought I knew what to do for Dante, but nothing worked. Every time I thought we were close to solving the problem, he'd prove me wrong. After 3 years, I finally got up the courage to rehome him. According to his new person, he hasn't peed out of the box even once. I miss him like crazy, but there is something about my home he didn't like, and he's happier now.

I don't say this to convince you to give up, but instead to maybe try to look at the picture from a different angle. At such a young age they can't be a lost cause, but even though you're an experienced pet owner sometimes an outside opinion is helpful to see something you haven't seen yet. (for some reason Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy comes to mind)

 

[Brigitte Cowell]

It so hard. Can you bond with the little fur babies in just 2 weeks? More like 2 days. It wouldn't be for a lack of desire to care for them or the financial burden to be sure (I could afford to buy them in the first place right?) We just have to really sit down and decide if we have the right home. And BTW the juries still out on the other boy. He shows signs of it but now he is totally normal. I'm hoping it's the change of diet and the other one will respond as well.

I think the longer you have them the more you will be attached and have to keep them no matter what. It IS hard to be practical and return them to the breeder, they aren't merchandise to return because they are faulty they are adorable kittens who you chose because they tugged at your heartstrings already. It's not something that any of us can decide for you, it will come down to what you are feeling is right for you and your household. I don't think any of us envy you that decision :-(

 

[Steve]

This really hits home. I also had cats in the past, including my Simba who had PU surgery after several bouts of crystals, when my Dante was diagnosed with idiopathic cystitis (yeah, stupid non-diagnosis and if someone EVER said that to me again, I'd punch them). Since I had had a cat with severe problems before, I thought I knew what to do for Dante, but nothing worked. Every time I thought we were close to solving the problem, he'd prove me wrong. After 3 years, I finally got up the courage to rehome him. According to his new person, he hasn't peed out of the box even once. I miss him like crazy, but there is something about my home he didn't like, and he's happier now.

I don't say this to convince you to give up, but instead to maybe try to look at the picture from a different angle. At such a young age they can't be a lost cause, but even though you're an experienced pet owner sometimes an outside opinion is helpful to see something you haven't seen yet. (for some reason Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy comes to mind)

Thanks for the great story. Don't know if it makes me feel better or not but maybe finding the right environment and placement of food, water, play areas etc will make the difference. I noticed one thing for sure a different water dish was placed in their room and he is drinking WAY more water so...

I need to post a video of the other boy. There is something really strange going on when he eats. Can someone tell me how? I figure I'll just stay with this thread. Thanks!

 

[Patti]

I think you need to upload the video to YouTube the post the link here...

 

[Steve]

Wow. Confirmed. The other boy is showing signs as well. This is just heartbreaking.

 

[WitchyWoman]

Steve, I know that a lot of folks here empathize with your situation. It's so damn frustrating. We want so badly for a good outcome for you and it's frustrating not being able to help in a tangible way. All we can do is offer support. Sending you and your family hugs as you work your way through this. Definitely heartbreaking.

 

[Patti]

Ugh, I'm so sorry. I wish I had some answers for you but unfortunately you are the only ones who can decide what the next step will be. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your two boys.

 

[Steve]

Thanks so much for your thoughts and prayers. My number one concern is for the kittens. Whatever it takes so that they have a quality of life we will pull out all the stops even if it means they can't live with us. It hurts so much to watch them in the box knowing they are uncomfortable and possibly in pain. Gonna sign off this thread for now and get our thoughts together. Work things out with the breeder and come up with a solution that is best for the little furry guys. Thanks again so much. <3

 

[Dantes]

I need to post a video of the other boy. There is something really strange going on when he eats.

???

 

[Brigitte Cowell]

Good luck with your decision making, Steve, I am sure you will make the right decision for you, your household and the kittens.