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thomo
Barlick Born Old Salt
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Many of you have pets, and it is possibly fairly well known that over the past thirteen years my Wife and I have rescued a number of animals. Two were posted on this site as Cats in need of a new home. These two were taken in by "Steamtractor", another member. We took two Kittens from my late Stepdaughter Christine just over twelve years ago "Jethro and Ellie" Then came "Elmo" snatched from a life of misery in Padiham, the owners of this Kitten were told. "you must have your cat neutered, or She will keep on having Kittens which you are not prepared to give the attention they require" That Cat was taken by car to the North Yorks Moors, put out and abandoned, Later to be bragged about in a local club. Elmo's twin Brother had already been taken in by Christines Mother in Law. This cat is called "Frankie" as in Sinatra, because of his blue eyes, when his owner was dying of cancer, we took him in, that now makes four. Two more came soon after,"Evie" and "Lucy" Kittens, both rescued in Barlick on Christmas Eve ten years ago. During all of this we gave succour to visitng cats at our home and one very old Black and White "Sylvester" had is home outside in a purpose built shelter. Whatever scraps and unwanted food were always put outside for the Hedgehogs at night and one evening after dinner, my wife took some bits of steak out for Sylvester whom we thought was sat under the front of my van, but it was not he, and we never saw him again. This little chap was "Bobbie" almost identical, but much younger. He eventually moved in, a right little character. One summer night when we had got fed up with the crackheads who used to frequent Fernbank Mill carpark at night, my Wife who had tired of the abuse, fired up and went off to "Have a go" Bobbie was right there with her, it worked out at ten of them and two of us and a small cat, the enemy fled. About this time a dark shadow would appear at night looking for food, a beautiful little round Tabby whom we now call "Molly" here beside me right now. This now makes eight, finally to be joined by "Katie" the Mother of our two original cats. Katie died two years ago, just coughed quietly and went to sleep. The strange thing about this is that all of these cats apart from Elmo had been neutered, someone had cared enough to do that. So why not look after them. The sadness is that "Bobby" had to be put to sleep this afternoon after developing a masive tumour in his stomach. Of all the cats that I have known, he was the tops, a good pal. The frightening part of all this is knowing that this will happen again and again and my only wish is to be here when it does. Many older people have pets, they are always there, warm friendly and reliable. Vets fees are very high, unless you are on benefits. and I feel true sympathy for those who have a beloved pet but are afraid of the cost. Bobby is at peace now, no more pain, for my pain I have Rum. To all of you who have pets, look after them, keep them safe, and do not let them wander. Good night little Bobby.
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thomo
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Posted - 13/12/2010 : 23:31
Thanks to all of you, it has not been a good day. We still have Elmo's twin brother Frankie, Jethro's sister Ellie, Molly who turned up on our doorstep at the same time as Bobby, and the two youngest ones which we rescued on Christmas Eve eleven years ago, Evie and Lucy. Needless to say they are all very quiet. Life goes on however and the love we share is very special. Cats are wonderful companions and much can be gained from sharing our lives with them.
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panbiker
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Posted - 14/12/2010 : 10:47
Peter, I have just picked up on this thread, how sad. Sorry for your loss.
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Posted - 14/12/2010 : 12:14
Sorry for your loss thomo. Nolic
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moh
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Posted - 14/12/2010 : 13:30
I feel for you Thomo - losing a pet is heart breaking, but you do not want them to suffer.
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Anni
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Posted - 15/12/2010 : 00:57
Oh Thomo - how awful for you. I am so very sorry for your latest loss.
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Posted - 15/12/2010 : 08:47
Feeling sad for your loss Thomo. :( What was Elmo's problem?
All thru the fields and meadows gay .... Enjoy
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thomo
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Posted - 15/12/2010 : 16:38
Elmo had an enlarged thyroid thus his heart was working too hard, this meant that he was being starved of oxygen causing collapse. The other cats are still very quiet, obviously aware that something has happened. This is the time when you truly notice that there is something missing, Elmo could purr at international level, deep, loud and sonorous, even when asleep or eating and like all of the others he had his own personal likings, for him it was a bit of raw potato, but only when making chips. Jethro could be fast asleep at the far end of the house but would appear within seconds when a cauliflower was being prepared, he liked the leaves. Bobby liked everything and everyone, the only one who didnt disappear when children arrived. In the dead of night Ellie will start to sing, this means she is bringing you something, cigarette lighters, sweeteners, make up tubes, anything in a plastic container that she can carry. Frankie sleeps behind my pillow, Molly by my feet, Lucy on my sweater and Evie on my shirt. Just one big happy family.
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Posted - 15/12/2010 : 18:25
Sounds like a happy, cosy group to carry on together thomo, cheers
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Posted - 15/12/2010 : 23:01
As a devoted cat lover I can truely understand how you feel, so sorry Thomo
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Posted - 15/12/2010 : 23:02
So sorry to hear of your loss. My aunt used to have eight cats. Several of these lovely cats have died over the past few years. It upsets her terribly. But then another stray cat arrives from somewhere and, well she is happy again.
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Posted - 16/12/2010 : 09:24
I'm looking after my daughters cat at the moment (I was asked to do it for 1 week, we are now entering week 6 ??) She (the cat) has her certain routines which I keep up with, one is that she adores a knuckle rub on her face immediatley I have gotten into bed, she then has a quick snack and wee (kitty litter), then very gently jumps up and finds her place on the bed, then purrs until she falls asleep. Ahh, peace at last! :)
All thru the fields and meadows gay .... Enjoy
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Posted - 16/12/2010 : 10:00
Its always good to hear that we aren't the only people daft enough to share their bed with cats and dogs! I sometimes wonder if I'll wake up one day to see a row of hens cosily roosting on the end of our bed. They are always eyeing up the house, considering its possibilities....
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Posted - 16/12/2010 : 13:34
The image of that made me laugh Wendy.
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thomo
Barlick Born Old Salt
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Posted - 19/12/2010 : 15:38
Elmo and Frankie. Elmo is the one at the front.
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Posted - 19/12/2010 : 22:56
Nice photo - reminds me of the saying "dogs have owners - cats have staff"
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Sadness Stalks our House Tonight.
