Ideas for cheering up a depressed cat!!

ClaireCat44



Joined: 17/09/2008
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Message Posted:
21/07/2010 10:23

Just over three weeks ago Korky went missing. He has not turned up despite doing everything possible to find him. I can accept that he is probably not going to miraculously reappear. However, my other cat, Luca, absolutely adored Korky and they were like brothers. For the first week Luca refused to eat and just howled. He now eats occasionally but will not go out of the house. He is not a brave cat but Korky was always there to 'hold his hand'!! For the last few days Luca has become extremely clingy and seems to have sunk into a major depression!! I have thought about getting a rescue kitten but it could go one of two ways: either he will love it or kill it. He wants Korky, so what should I do?? I know I sound like a complete lunatic but if you understand cats you will understand this post!

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 10:32

clair you poor thing, i would be inclined to try it with another cat. good luck xx

Vidal


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Message Posted:
21/07/2010 10:35

Poor Luca.

He is going to have to re adjust either way, getting over his grief or getting used to another buddy.



We have experienced both options and he WILL get over it either way, although getting another kitten will certainly take his mind (and yours) off your loss!

walkerscott


Joined: 13/08/2009
Posts: 901

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 10:43

My lovely Claire,

Cats are just like humans in many respects. They like their routine, security and love and do have feelings. Most though do live in the here and now. But I doubt whether the video of Eckhart Tolle would help although some cats do enjoy television!

Loss of appetite is usually a sign of illness. Have you had it checked out by the vet? Vaccinations etc?



Try this link to see if it helps:



http://www.messybeast.com/cat-grief.htm



http://www.catchannel.com/Magazines/CatFancy/october-2007/cat-depression-checklist.aspx



http://www.pets.ca/pettips/tips-83.htm



With much love, health and Joy



John

Pixie


Joined: 18/03/2009
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Message Posted:
21/07/2010 10:46

One option is to get a new cat which wouldnt be so much a replacement as cats ,like us , have their own distinct personalities, but could perhaps provide some companionship..

The other thing is your cat prolly needs alot of comfort right now,cuddling, playing, stuff like that.I hope you find Korky, whenever our cat goes missing hes always hiding somewhere nearby...

ClaireCat44



Joined: 17/09/2008
Posts: 739

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 10:50

Thank you for your kind and sensible replies. Deep down I think the best idea is to get a weeny kitten for him. He is eating more now, he is actually waking me up in the night because he wants food! John, I agree 100% cats have feelings and it is very upsetting to observe it but don't worry about illness, Luca is fine, just depressed!! God I wish Korky would just walk in the door!

metin


Joined: 08/09/2008
Posts: 1588

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 10:57

Not a kitten, but a mature cat round the same age as your one. One that is used to other cats !!

And lots of treats...... cat-nip mouse, chicken, tuna etc



Find one of a similar size and colouring ( although they do say cats only see in black & white).

And when you've done all that......sods law, Korky will return and you'll have 3 cats !!!



Good luck.

spider


Joined: 03/01/2009
Posts: 5527

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 11:00

OH claire I am so sorry love..Do go and get a little kitten, we have one and our very old cat often cleans and cuddles up with the kitten..and it is so funny watching the kitten play Luca will grow to love a new kitten i am sure..Good luck.





Spider,X

ClaireCat44



Joined: 17/09/2008
Posts: 739

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 11:03

As I said, he is a complete coward so a mature cat wouldn't work. Where we live there are plenty of cats around and he only has to see one or hear a catfight and he's straight back into the house, looking out of the window!! Generally cats find it easier to accept a kitten into their home rather than an adult cat, from my experience. But I do appreciate your help x

metin


Joined: 08/09/2008
Posts: 1588

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 11:07

Good luck then.....İ'm sure KAR wıll have plenty to offer you.

ClaireCat44



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Posts: 739

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 11:15

Thanks. Luca himself was a KAR kitten, 5 years ago. Korky was also an abandoned kitten. If I do decide to get a kitten, I will definitely get one from KAR.

Ailletoo


Joined: 24/01/2009
Posts: 1003

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 11:16

At the moment, I have a 5 month old who gave birth far too early but her milk dried up. So her kittens died. She is a really loving and intelligent cat but I can't keep her as I feed 15 already. She lived at Silver rocks. I picked her up 'cos she was obviously ill, Now , after a course of antibiotics ,she is on top form. She is going in to be neutered and if you could give her a home that would be great. I am paying for everything neutering etc. She learns fast but you have to show her who is boss.



If interested Call me:



05338357541

Ailletoo


Joined: 24/01/2009
Posts: 1003

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 11:47

back to the top

Tenakoutou



Joined: 27/07/2009
Posts: 4110

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 14:32

ClaireCat44:



When I lived in Northern Queensland, the guys in the next door flat used to smoke the 'green, green grass of home' and [when toking up] used to exhale into a plastic bag, then grab a dog, or cat, and stuff its head into the bag for a coupla three seconds - er, several times. You should have heard the mutt, or pussy, sing to the guitar!



That must be where the 'Owl and the Pussycat' rhyme came from: '......the owl looked up at the stars above and sang to his little guitar - 'Oh Pussy, oh Pussy, oh Pussy, my love - what a beautiful pussy you are, you are...'



Well..........you did ask....... ! ! !

rolly


Joined: 12/03/2009
Posts: 107

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 14:55

slow cook it on a low light with a nice bottle of chiante for 3-4 hours.(remeber to remove collar first)

(joke,i do like cats but can manage a full one)

rolly


Joined: 12/03/2009
Posts: 107

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 15:23

slow cook it on a low light with a nice bottle of chiante for 3-4 hours.(remeber to remove collar first)

(joke,i do like cats but can manage a full one)

snakes



Joined: 28/10/2008
Posts: 1512

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 15:33

it just had to happen Claire i'm sorry please close this thread as it has served purpose ! Rolly i can see why you got "shafted" at the car ROB ! regards Barry

Whistler


Joined: 28/07/2008
Posts: 1332

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 17:11

Be careful, he might just hate another cat or kitten. My old girl did not take very kindly to us introducing a three legged intruder. Two years down the line, she still hisses and spits if she only walks by her.

Chegwin


Joined: 24/03/2009
Posts: 775

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 17:29

Lovely CC44

Go catch a mouse and let it go in the house.

That'll test the cats boredom levels.

Hope the little fluffy bundle gets over it.



Chegs

deecyprus4


Joined: 27/07/2008
Posts: 3452

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 20:47

Claire I know how much your cats mean to you and I hope whatever you do it is the right thing for Luca and you xx

rowlo



Joined: 12/10/2008
Posts: 4796

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 22:46

cats will always be happy , maybe its the owner thats depressed ? if so leave the cat alone ?

ClaireCat44



Joined: 17/09/2008
Posts: 739

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 08:23

Rowlo, thanks for that. As you have never met me, nor my cats, i would like to invite you to do so. Then you can see with your own eyes who is depressed!

Jayne


Joined: 01/12/2008
Posts: 499

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 09:18

ClaireCat,

We went through the same thing as you are your cat are just last year. We had two cats that found us both of a similar age, and one went missing. The other one was so down in the dumps and didnt even want to be with us or let us stroke her etc. In the end we got a resuce cat from KAR which was a similar age and she is great now and back to herself. I do have to say though it did take her about 3 months to get over losing her play mate and getting used to the new one.

Hang in there though, your cat will be okay it just takes time.

Good luck Claire! x

ClaireCat44



Joined: 17/09/2008
Posts: 739

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 10:08

Thank you, Jayne. I've decided to get a kitten from KAR. Even if Luca hates it at least it will have a loving home with us.

susiesusie


Joined: 09/03/2009
Posts: 337

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 10:45

I LOOK AFTER 11 CATS WHERE I LIVE IN GIRNE. ALL JUST TURNED UP IN THE SPACE OF TIME. 2 LITTERS TURNED UP A FEW DOORS DOWN. BOTH MOTHERS EITHER ABANDONED OR DIED. 2 LITTERS OF 4 BETWEEN 10 AND 13 WEEKS OLD. 2ND LITTER WE ARE FEEDING, DIFFERENT COLOURS INC BLUE/GREY 1ST LITTER..... 1 RAN OVER LAST WEEK... 2ND with BROKEN LEG WHICH WE ARE KEEPING THROUGH HER TROUBLES FOR A MONTH OR SO IN A 2nd floor apt (difficult).would anyone like to take in any of these. our costs are soaring with vets bills etc. very dangerous for them here next to a road. had our adult cat ran over and killed last month.

please ring karen on 05338337618 if interested at any time.

many thanks.

susiesusie


Joined: 09/03/2009
Posts: 337

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 13:05

Sorry wrong number should be 0533 833 7610

begonia


Joined: 19/05/2009
Posts: 229

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 13:07

Have a look at vetontheweb.co.uk re intruducing new cat/kitten.

zerochlor


Joined: 03/04/2009
Posts: 4024

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 13:25

claire.



im sure my she cat could cheer up your tom cat!!



but i dont fancy that idea!

ginty


Joined: 11/03/2009
Posts: 228

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 13:36

animals go on smell when you get a new kitten rub the other ones scent on to it

TRNCVaughan


Joined: 27/04/2008
Posts: 4578

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 13:41

Will someone please put this cat out of its misery so that this thread can run its course.

begonia


Joined: 19/05/2009
Posts: 229

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 13:51

Miserable old git ! Feel like keeping it at the top just to spite you !

zerochlor


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Message Posted:
22/07/2010 13:51

message 25



susie susie



a man is a cheaper option

begonia


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Posts: 229

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 13:55

same goes for you zerochlor !

zerochlor


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Message Posted:
22/07/2010 13:57

shut thaat dooor!

begonia


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Posts: 229

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 13:59

We have had to listen to load of boring stuff about football all summer so the cats are getting their own back !

LOvegod


Joined: 22/03/2009
Posts: 161

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 14:04

am devastated. thought korky would be back by now

susiesusie


Joined: 09/03/2009
Posts: 337

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 15:46

someone must want to help?

give our found kittens a home please

jimmykibris


Joined: 20/07/2010
Posts: 151

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 15:49

what about a nice new pussy not to young but not an old minger or stray

zerochlor


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Posts: 4024

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 16:38

ive got a beautiful little pussy cat



called tiger



look on youtube see her having a late night massage

matula


Joined: 07/07/2008
Posts: 647

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 18:28

To quote John McEnroe--"You cannot be serious!"

zerochlor


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Posts: 4024

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 19:06

matula message 40



no i was very serious



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFed-SHQ8XU



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyWPnkMU4_0



my sweet pussy

begonia


Joined: 19/05/2009
Posts: 229

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 11:49

What a lovely happy cat. I take it all back Zerochlor !

ClaireCat44



Joined: 17/09/2008
Posts: 739

Message Posted:
24/07/2010 10:33

Just to let everyone know, I contacted Suziesuzie and we now have a lovely little grey and white boy called Biffo!! Luca hasn't killed it yet but I think I saw him packing his suitcase this morning as I was getting ready to go to work!! Hopefully it is all going to turn out all right!! Karen, he has made himself right at home!! Thank you!

Tenakoutou



Joined: 27/07/2009
Posts: 4110

Message Posted:
24/07/2010 10:55

Hi ClaireCat44!



Don't 'write off' Korky just yet, cos you never know........



Our favourite Australian bard will tell you why.....but, BE WARNED, this 'link' is definitely NOT suitable for prudes! - ENJOY!!!!



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ua8Em9n6xJM&feature=related