Kitten Update
Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 08:04amWe were hoping Ben would improve overnight, but he really hasn’t. I got him to eat a little bit last night and he’s been drinking water, though. He’s extremely weak (barely enough energy to sit up for an extended period) and his stomach is still very tender. I think we may call the shelter again today and ask their advice. I just don’t know what to do. I am fine with nursing him through this, but I need to make sure he isn’t suffering terribly. My poor boy. Mattie, meanwhile, is doing great, thriving, and is totally the geekboy’s best friend forever. It’s adorable. Anyway…we’ll keep you posted.
sandra on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 9:31 am
Get strong and healthy again, little Ben. You can do it, even if you have to take it slow.
Susie on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 9:50 am
Thanks for the dispatch from the poorly bed. :-(
I hope Ben’s doing better this morning and the shelter has some suggestions for how to help him recover quickly.
Soosan on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 9:54 am
I’m thinking of you guys!!! So hard to think of something so tiny in trouble. Hope you’re managing ok. You are a great foster mom.
brigita on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 10:16 am
Count me as one more in Ben’s corner. Poor pookie.
Sandyjoys on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 10:17 am
Come on Little Ben! You survived bennifer you can survive this!!!
yogagirl on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 10:18 am
Popping in really quick to say that my thoughts are with you and the little pumpkin. I had a foster, actually a whole litter and mom, and one of the babies got sick as well. I’d recommend getting him to a vet, just so they can observe him. It’s a tough tough thing to foster when they get sick, but you guys are some of the best foster partents I’ve witnessed
Get better, Ben!!!
Bianca on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 11:05 am
I’m sending good vibes to little Ben. I hope he gets better soon. You’re a good foster mama.
freakgirl on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 11:15 am
Thanks, guys…you’re making me cry here at work.
The geekboy so kindly worked at home today so I could get to the office. He took Benny to the shelter where he’ll be visiting the vet again. The vet may keep him for a few days. We’ll know more this afternoon.
Marjon on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 11:37 am
Sending good vibes your way too! Poor kittie
Bluebunny on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 11:55 am
Good furry thoughts…good furry thoughts
Greater Czarina on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 12:00 pm
Chiming in on the Ben love and get wells. Such a sweet baby boy.
Genevieve on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 12:07 pm
I anxiously keep checking for updates. Hope he gets better soon!