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I had to lock the garden shed this morning before going to work because OH had left it open. When I came home from work this afternoon, I couldn't find my cat Fatty Boy. I searched everywhere and realised what had happened when I saw the dog barking at the shed door.

I found Fatty Boy inside with a lot of skin off his face and legs where he'd tried to get out. He was very weak and could barely stand up. He's in the vet's tonight sedated and on an IV drip. The vet says his wounds are only superficial but he's really concerned by how dehydrated Fatty is.

It was an extremely hot day here in Queensland Australia today and I can't even begin to imagine how hot it got in the tin shed.

I can't believe how careless I was in not checking before locking the shed. I'll never forgive myself if Fatty Boy doesn't survive the night.




Deb

oh Deb I hope your cat will be ok

Julia

What a terrible thing to happen. Dont beat yourself up over it though accidents happen and you are a caring pet owner.
I am sure Fatty Boy will forgive you and be back to his old self in no time.

Allyxx

Aww, poor Fatty Boy. I hope he'll be ok. You mustn't beat yourself up over what happened, though. Cats have a habit of sneaking into all sorts of places and getting into trouble. Good thing they have those 9 lives!

I remember one time I'd just emptied out the washing machine and went to hang the clothes up, came back into the kitchen and shut the washing machine door.

A short while later I went back into the kitchen for something and heard scratching. Yes, you guessed it - my poor old cat was locked inside the washing machine. He'd jumped in there when I wasn't looking and because he's black I didn't even notice he was sitting in there when I shut the door!

I often wonder what would have happened to him had I gone off out to the shops or whatever. Scary thought eh?

Hope Fatty Boy will be ok - regards, Athena

don't forget the saying - a cat has nine lives - he'll be fine I'm sure and will forgive you!!

Thanks. I'll keep my chin up and hope for the best. He's in good hands and I'm going to spoil him rotten when I bring him home.



Deb:)

Oh Deb, am sending all my special thoughts you way!!!

Hope he's back home soon!!!

LOU XXXXXXXXXxxxxxxx

I was hoping to bring Fatty Boy home today but the vet has said that Fatty still isn't out of the woods just yet.

They ran some tests on him today and the results of his kidney function test wasn't the best. There has been some kidney damage done but at this stage, the vet doesn't know how severe.

Fatty may be able to come home in 2-3 days if his kidneys start functioning properly. I don't want to think of the alternative!

I'm letting you all know what's happening with my cat as a warning on how easily an animal can overheat and the damage it can do. Although I'm a responsible pet owner, this terrible thing has happened to my Fatty Boy.

So please.......................know where your pets are and watch out for them.



Deb

Poor Fatty Boy and poor you. I can imagine that you are feeling awful but it was genuine mistake so don't beat yourself up.

I hope Fatty Boy makes a quick and full recovery.

Jacky

hope he recovers ok Deb and no lasting damage to his kidneys
love and ((((((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))))))))))

Bunny x

ohh. I should'd read these threads :(( what a shame for you both it wasnt your fault though, it was an accident.
I hope he gets sorted out soon :))

Marion

Oh bless you and him!

I hope he recovers fast and soon

D
xx

Oh poor Fatty, hope he recovers quickly.

On a lighter note Deb.... it was rather nice for me to be able to call someone else 'fatty' for a change!

Deanna X

Lol Deanna!.........................thanks for bringing a smile to my face:-)



Deb

Hope your cat is soon ok and home with you, he will steer clear of sheds now I guess. An easy mistake to make, and you mustn't beat yourself up about it.
Lizx

Any news?

Marion

How is Fatty Boy? My Jethro got shut in the downstairs loo last night.... he must have been playing with the laces on the shoerack, but even though I checked, I hadn't seen him... I heard him about 4am. They are so quick, and if they don't want to be seen they won't be, so it was pure accident.

Hope he is well now, and you have recovered from the shock you must have had as well.

Love

Daff xxx

How is Fatty this morning/evening (?) Deb?

Deanna X

Fatty's improving and will possibly be home tomorrow. I'm so relieved!

The vet has said that for the next month, Fatty will have to have weekly check-ups, but he's definately on the mend and the kidney damage doesn't appear to be severe. He did a little tinkle this morning on his own which is a really good sign.

My lovely Boy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



Deb:)

oh that is really lovely news, ive only had my lil kitten two weeks and couldn imagine her not being here...

xx