declawed cat update again…
Question:
> I’m amazed at the difference in our cat’s behaviour – giving them an option > to go *up* has mellowed them all out noticeably. So we’re close to a > happy ending.
I hope so. > I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us; I think > you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works > nights for free at an emergency clinic.
Your loyalty to your vet is admirable, however misplaced. The "good" she does, does not justify the "bad". Performing surgery and/or amputation without consent and with no benefit to the patient is nothing short of mutilation and mayhem – performed on a human, she’d be imprisoned. Delcawing is a horrible thing to do a cat — especially for someone whose supposed to know better and: "Being admitted to the profession of veterinary medicine, I solemnly swear to use my scientific knowledge and skills for…(snip)… the relief of animal suffering…(snip)… I will practice my profession conscientiously, with dignity…." Fortunately for her, vets aren’t required to take this oath… Your vet may not be misleading you intentionally… she may just not know any better. Credentials don’t guarantee credibility or competency – one can exist without the other. Stick around and read the stories some people post about their vets… You’ll see what I mean… http://maxshouse.com/facts_about_declawing.htm Good luck. Phil
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> Well, an x-ray of poor Winston’s paws has shown no regrowth of his claws > (and yes, I did see the x-ray). On our Vet’s suggestion we sought out a cat > tree for our felines; 3 days and dozens of websites later, we decide to see > if the local independent petstore had any. It did, and we now have the > perfect 6 foot tall, 4 platform and condo Tree. > I’m amazed at the difference in our cat’s behaviour – giving them an option > to go *up* has mellowed them all out noticeably. So we’re close to a happy > ending. > Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of > aggression) still acts like he is in pain.
Oh, shit, I missed this part. Cats are stoic by nature. If your cat is *acting* like it is in pain, you can be damned sure the cat is in a LOT of pain. >Our vet (whom I trust > completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us)
Well, if she told you that the distal phalanx wasn’t removed, she lied to you. That is how declaws are done. Believe me….I have witnessed the surgery about 200 times or more. >says that his pain is > fading and she’s right – he has gotten better as time has gone by
More likely, he has learned to *cope* with the pain better. This would explain why he has mellowed so much – he is subdued by the pain. Any vet that would let you walk out of the office without trying to diagnose the source of the pain, and without offering your cat pain meds is negligent, at best. Do your cat justice, and get a SECOND OPINION. Until the cat is treated properly, he will be in pain and will suffer. Quit sticking your head in the sand, and get treatment for your poor cat NOW. -L.
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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – > Well, an x-ray of poor Winston’s paws has shown no regrowth of his claws > (and yes, I did see the x-ray). On our Vet’s suggestion we sought out a cat > tree for our felines; 3 days and dozens of websites later, we decide to see > if the local independent petstore had any. It did, and we now have the > perfect 6 foot tall, 4 platform and condo Tree. > I’m amazed at the difference in our cat’s behaviour – giving them an option > to go *up* has mellowed them all out noticeably. So we’re close to a happy > ending. > Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of > aggression) still acts like he is in pain. Our vet (whom I trust > completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us) says that his pain is > fading and she’s right – he has gotten better as time has gone by. I still > regret declawing him, but I’m convinced that he is enjoying life more and > more. He plays and cuddles just as much as he used to. > I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us; I think > you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works > nights for free at an emergency clinic. > Love, > Anthony > PS. http://katyana.com/album/pets-sept-2002/ has a few pictures of the cats, > if’n you’re interested…
This is all prefabricated. And it’s done poorly to boot. Anyone who believes this tripe should definitely turn in their voter’s registration card before the next important election. IBen G.
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> Well, an x-ray of poor Winston’s paws has shown no regrowth of his claws > (and yes, I did see the x-ray).
Thanks for the update. I am assuming you took Winston to the same vet who declawed him. My concern is that it is very easy for any vet (or physician for that matter) who performed the original problem-causing procedure to miss something (not intentionally) when looking for the cause of prolonged post-op pain. Hence the original recommendation to have another vet look at Winston. …snipped… > It did, and we now have the > perfect 6 foot tall, 4 platform and condo Tree.
I am glad they now have some vertical space. Cats love being high up. However, this does not address Winston’s continuing pain. …snipped… > Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of > aggression) still acts like he is in pain. Our vet (whom I trust > completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us) says that his pain is > fading and she’s right
I would not find it acceptable for a vet to provide me with a two-month post-op pain "diagnosis" of "his pain is fading" without trying to explain what could be the cause and without concern about alleviating the animal’s pain. I find it negligent at best. >- he has gotten better as time has gone by. I still > regret declawing him, but I’m convinced that he is enjoying life more and > more. He plays and cuddles just as much as he used to. > I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us;
There is no question that she misled you when she told you that the procedure was the "newer nail bed removal". If she removed the entire third phalanx, this would be an incorrect medical description. If she cut off a part of the third phalanx, this would be an incorrect medical description. Whether she is misleading you now, I have no way of knowing. What I do know is that a vet who really cares about her patients would be much more concerned about Winston in terms of finding the cause of his pain and in terms of providing pain relief. >I think > you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works > nights for free at an emergency clinic.
It’s great that she does that, but it in no way changes the fact that she is not doing everything she can to help Winston. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> Anthony
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> Well, an x-ray of poor Winston’s paws has shown no regrowth of his claws > (and yes, I did see the x-ray).
Regrowth can take *years* to show up…never rule it out completely. >On our Vet’s suggestion we sought out a cat > tree for our felines; 3 days and dozens of websites later, we decide to see > if the local independent petstore had any. It did, and we now have the > perfect 6 foot tall, 4 platform and condo Tree. > I’m amazed at the difference in our cat’s behaviour – giving them an option > to go *up* has mellowed them all out noticeably. So we’re close to a happy > ending.
Glad to hear it. > Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of > aggression) still acts like he is in pain. Our vet (whom I trust > completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us) says that his pain is > fading and she’s right – he has gotten better as time has gone by. I still > regret declawing him, but I’m convinced that he is enjoying life more and > more. He plays and cuddles just as much as he used to. > I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us; I think > you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works > nights for free at an emergency clinic.
Almost all vets do some type of charity work. I know one who does low and no-cost spay/neuter, yet thinks nothing of euthanizing healthy cats on demand. An ethical vet will not declaw a cat unless there is a medical reason to do so. Don’t fool yourself into thinking this is a benign surgery, and that vets don’t lie or stretch the truth to make a buck. I have more than one of them lie to an owner’s face. -L.
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>Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of >aggression) still acts like he is in pain.
Maybe he has nerve damage that can’t be diagnosed? Poor kitty 
>Our vet (whom I trust >completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us) says that his pain is >fading and she’s right – he has gotten better as time has gone by.
Is this the same vet who declawed him? If it is, I wouldn’t say she loves cats too much at all. >I still >regret declawing him, but I’m convinced that he is enjoying life more and >more.
Yes, amputees do adjust. >I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us; I think >you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works >nights for free at an emergency clinic.
Then why does she declaw? Does she do the pro bono work to asuage her guilt? I don’t know. I just don’t understand how someone could say they love cats and do this mutilation to them. I know you won’t declaw again, Anthony, and I’m glad of that. I hope Winston continues to improve. Lauren =^..^= See my cats: http://www.picturetrail.com/mickey4paws/703043 To Error is Human, To be Purrfect is Feline
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Well, an x-ray of poor Winston’s paws has shown no regrowth of his claws (and yes, I did see the x-ray). On our Vet’s suggestion we sought out a cat tree for our felines; 3 days and dozens of websites later, we decide to see if the local independent petstore had any. It did, and we now have the perfect 6 foot tall, 4 platform and condo Tree. I’m amazed at the difference in our cat’s behaviour – giving them an option to go *up* has mellowed them all out noticeably. So we’re close to a happy ending. Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of aggression) still acts like he is in pain. Our vet (whom I trust completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us) says that his pain is fading and she’s right – he has gotten better as time has gone by. I still regret declawing him, but I’m convinced that he is enjoying life more and more. He plays and cuddles just as much as he used to. I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us; I think you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works nights for free at an emergency clinic. Love, Anthony PS. http://katyana.com/album/pets-sept-2002/ has a few pictures of the cats, if’n you’re interested…
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> I’m amazed at the difference in our cat’s behaviour – giving them an option > to go *up* has mellowed them all out noticeably. So we’re close to a > happy ending.
I hope so. > I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us; I think > you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works > nights for free at an emergency clinic.
Your loyalty to your vet is admirable, however misplaced. The "good" she does, does not justify the "bad". Performing surgery and/or amputation without consent and with no benefit to the patient is nothing short of mutilation and mayhem – performed on a human, she’d be imprisoned. Delcawing is a horrible thing to do a cat — especially for someone whose supposed to know better and: "Being admitted to the profession of veterinary medicine, I solemnly swear to use my scientific knowledge and skills for…(snip)… the relief of animal suffering…(snip)… I will practice my profession conscientiously, with dignity…." Fortunately for her, vets aren’t required to take this oath… Your vet may not be misleading you intentionally… she may just not know any better. Credentials don’t guarantee credibility or competency – one can exist without the other. Stick around and read the stories some people post about their vets… You’ll see what I mean… http://maxshouse.com/facts_about_declawing.htm Good luck. Phil
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> Well, an x-ray of poor Winston’s paws has shown no regrowth of his claws > (and yes, I did see the x-ray). On our Vet’s suggestion we sought out a cat > tree for our felines; 3 days and dozens of websites later, we decide to see > if the local independent petstore had any. It did, and we now have the > perfect 6 foot tall, 4 platform and condo Tree. > I’m amazed at the difference in our cat’s behaviour – giving them an option > to go *up* has mellowed them all out noticeably. So we’re close to a happy > ending. > Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of > aggression) still acts like he is in pain.
Oh, shit, I missed this part. Cats are stoic by nature. If your cat is *acting* like it is in pain, you can be damned sure the cat is in a LOT of pain. >Our vet (whom I trust > completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us)
Well, if she told you that the distal phalanx wasn’t removed, she lied to you. That is how declaws are done. Believe me….I have witnessed the surgery about 200 times or more. >says that his pain is > fading and she’s right – he has gotten better as time has gone by
More likely, he has learned to *cope* with the pain better. This would explain why he has mellowed so much – he is subdued by the pain. Any vet that would let you walk out of the office without trying to diagnose the source of the pain, and without offering your cat pain meds is negligent, at best. Do your cat justice, and get a SECOND OPINION. Until the cat is treated properly, he will be in pain and will suffer. Quit sticking your head in the sand, and get treatment for your poor cat NOW. -L.
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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – > Well, an x-ray of poor Winston’s paws has shown no regrowth of his claws > (and yes, I did see the x-ray). On our Vet’s suggestion we sought out a cat > tree for our felines; 3 days and dozens of websites later, we decide to see > if the local independent petstore had any. It did, and we now have the > perfect 6 foot tall, 4 platform and condo Tree. > I’m amazed at the difference in our cat’s behaviour – giving them an option > to go *up* has mellowed them all out noticeably. So we’re close to a happy > ending. > Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of > aggression) still acts like he is in pain. Our vet (whom I trust > completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us) says that his pain is > fading and she’s right – he has gotten better as time has gone by. I still > regret declawing him, but I’m convinced that he is enjoying life more and > more. He plays and cuddles just as much as he used to. > I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us; I think > you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works > nights for free at an emergency clinic. > Love, > Anthony > PS. http://katyana.com/album/pets-sept-2002/ has a few pictures of the cats, > if’n you’re interested…
This is all prefabricated. And it’s done poorly to boot. Anyone who believes this tripe should definitely turn in their voter’s registration card before the next important election. IBen G.
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> Well, an x-ray of poor Winston’s paws has shown no regrowth of his claws > (and yes, I did see the x-ray).
Thanks for the update. I am assuming you took Winston to the same vet who declawed him. My concern is that it is very easy for any vet (or physician for that matter) who performed the original problem-causing procedure to miss something (not intentionally) when looking for the cause of prolonged post-op pain. Hence the original recommendation to have another vet look at Winston. …snipped… > It did, and we now have the > perfect 6 foot tall, 4 platform and condo Tree.
I am glad they now have some vertical space. Cats love being high up. However, this does not address Winston’s continuing pain. …snipped… > Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of > aggression) still acts like he is in pain. Our vet (whom I trust > completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us) says that his pain is > fading and she’s right
I would not find it acceptable for a vet to provide me with a two-month post-op pain "diagnosis" of "his pain is fading" without trying to explain what could be the cause and without concern about alleviating the animal’s pain. I find it negligent at best. >- he has gotten better as time has gone by. I still > regret declawing him, but I’m convinced that he is enjoying life more and > more. He plays and cuddles just as much as he used to. > I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us;
There is no question that she misled you when she told you that the procedure was the "newer nail bed removal". If she removed the entire third phalanx, this would be an incorrect medical description. If she cut off a part of the third phalanx, this would be an incorrect medical description. Whether she is misleading you now, I have no way of knowing. What I do know is that a vet who really cares about her patients would be much more concerned about Winston in terms of finding the cause of his pain and in terms of providing pain relief. >I think > you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works > nights for free at an emergency clinic.
It’s great that she does that, but it in no way changes the fact that she is not doing everything she can to help Winston. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> Anthony
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> Well, an x-ray of poor Winston’s paws has shown no regrowth of his claws > (and yes, I did see the x-ray).
Regrowth can take *years* to show up…never rule it out completely. >On our Vet’s suggestion we sought out a cat > tree for our felines; 3 days and dozens of websites later, we decide to see > if the local independent petstore had any. It did, and we now have the > perfect 6 foot tall, 4 platform and condo Tree. > I’m amazed at the difference in our cat’s behaviour – giving them an option > to go *up* has mellowed them all out noticeably. So we’re close to a happy > ending.
Glad to hear it. > Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of > aggression) still acts like he is in pain. Our vet (whom I trust > completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us) says that his pain is > fading and she’s right – he has gotten better as time has gone by. I still > regret declawing him, but I’m convinced that he is enjoying life more and > more. He plays and cuddles just as much as he used to. > I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us; I think > you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works > nights for free at an emergency clinic.
Almost all vets do some type of charity work. I know one who does low and no-cost spay/neuter, yet thinks nothing of euthanizing healthy cats on demand. An ethical vet will not declaw a cat unless there is a medical reason to do so. Don’t fool yourself into thinking this is a benign surgery, and that vets don’t lie or stretch the truth to make a buck. I have more than one of them lie to an owner’s face. -L.
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>Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of >aggression) still acts like he is in pain.
Maybe he has nerve damage that can’t be diagnosed? Poor kitty >Our vet (whom I trust >completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us) says that his pain is >fading and she’s right – he has gotten better as time has gone by.
Is this the same vet who declawed him? If it is, I wouldn’t say she loves cats too much at all. >I still >regret declawing him, but I’m convinced that he is enjoying life more and >more.
Yes, amputees do adjust. >I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us; I think >you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works >nights for free at an emergency clinic.
Then why does she declaw? Does she do the pro bono work to asuage her guilt? I don’t know. I just don’t understand how someone could say they love cats and do this mutilation to them. I know you won’t declaw again, Anthony, and I’m glad of that. I hope Winston continues to improve. Lauren =^..^= See my cats: http://www.picturetrail.com/mickey4paws/703043 To Error is Human, To be Purrfect is Feline
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Well, an x-ray of poor Winston’s paws has shown no regrowth of his claws (and yes, I did see the x-ray). On our Vet’s suggestion we sought out a cat tree for our felines; 3 days and dozens of websites later, we decide to see if the local independent petstore had any. It did, and we now have the perfect 6 foot tall, 4 platform and condo Tree. I’m amazed at the difference in our cat’s behaviour – giving them an option to go *up* has mellowed them all out noticeably. So we’re close to a happy ending. Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of aggression) still acts like he is in pain. Our vet (whom I trust completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us) says that his pain is fading and she’s right – he has gotten better as time has gone by. I still regret declawing him, but I’m convinced that he is enjoying life more and more. He plays and cuddles just as much as he used to. I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us; I think you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works nights for free at an emergency clinic. Love, Anthony PS. http://katyana.com/album/pets-sept-2002/ has a few pictures of the cats, if’n you’re interested…
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> I’m amazed at the difference in our cat’s behaviour – giving them an option > to go *up* has mellowed them all out noticeably. So we’re close to a > happy ending.
I hope so. > I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us; I think > you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works > nights for free at an emergency clinic.
Your loyalty to your vet is admirable, however misplaced. The "good" she does, does not justify the "bad". Performing surgery and/or amputation without consent and with no benefit to the patient is nothing short of mutilation and mayhem – performed on a human, she’d be imprisoned. Delcawing is a horrible thing to do a cat — especially for someone whose supposed to know better and: "Being admitted to the profession of veterinary medicine, I solemnly swear to use my scientific knowledge and skills for…(snip)… the relief of animal suffering…(snip)… I will practice my profession conscientiously, with dignity…." Fortunately for her, vets aren’t required to take this oath… Your vet may not be misleading you intentionally… she may just not know any better. Credentials don’t guarantee credibility or competency – one can exist without the other. Stick around and read the stories some people post about their vets… You’ll see what I mean… http://maxshouse.com/facts_about_declawing.htm Good luck. Phil
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> Well, an x-ray of poor Winston’s paws has shown no regrowth of his claws > (and yes, I did see the x-ray). On our Vet’s suggestion we sought out a cat > tree for our felines; 3 days and dozens of websites later, we decide to see > if the local independent petstore had any. It did, and we now have the > perfect 6 foot tall, 4 platform and condo Tree. > I’m amazed at the difference in our cat’s behaviour – giving them an option > to go *up* has mellowed them all out noticeably. So we’re close to a happy > ending. > Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of > aggression) still acts like he is in pain.
Oh, shit, I missed this part. Cats are stoic by nature. If your cat is *acting* like it is in pain, you can be damned sure the cat is in a LOT of pain. >Our vet (whom I trust > completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us)
Well, if she told you that the distal phalanx wasn’t removed, she lied to you. That is how declaws are done. Believe me….I have witnessed the surgery about 200 times or more. >says that his pain is > fading and she’s right – he has gotten better as time has gone by
More likely, he has learned to *cope* with the pain better. This would explain why he has mellowed so much – he is subdued by the pain. Any vet that would let you walk out of the office without trying to diagnose the source of the pain, and without offering your cat pain meds is negligent, at best. Do your cat justice, and get a SECOND OPINION. Until the cat is treated properly, he will be in pain and will suffer. Quit sticking your head in the sand, and get treatment for your poor cat NOW. -L.
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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – > Well, an x-ray of poor Winston’s paws has shown no regrowth of his claws > (and yes, I did see the x-ray). On our Vet’s suggestion we sought out a cat > tree for our felines; 3 days and dozens of websites later, we decide to see > if the local independent petstore had any. It did, and we now have the > perfect 6 foot tall, 4 platform and condo Tree. > I’m amazed at the difference in our cat’s behaviour – giving them an option > to go *up* has mellowed them all out noticeably. So we’re close to a happy > ending. > Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of > aggression) still acts like he is in pain. Our vet (whom I trust > completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us) says that his pain is > fading and she’s right – he has gotten better as time has gone by. I still > regret declawing him, but I’m convinced that he is enjoying life more and > more. He plays and cuddles just as much as he used to. > I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us; I think > you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works > nights for free at an emergency clinic. > Love, > Anthony > PS. http://katyana.com/album/pets-sept-2002/ has a few pictures of the cats, > if’n you’re interested…
This is all prefabricated. And it’s done poorly to boot. Anyone who believes this tripe should definitely turn in their voter’s registration card before the next important election. IBen G.
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> Well, an x-ray of poor Winston’s paws has shown no regrowth of his claws > (and yes, I did see the x-ray).
Thanks for the update. I am assuming you took Winston to the same vet who declawed him. My concern is that it is very easy for any vet (or physician for that matter) who performed the original problem-causing procedure to miss something (not intentionally) when looking for the cause of prolonged post-op pain. Hence the original recommendation to have another vet look at Winston. …snipped… > It did, and we now have the > perfect 6 foot tall, 4 platform and condo Tree.
I am glad they now have some vertical space. Cats love being high up. However, this does not address Winston’s continuing pain. …snipped… > Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of > aggression) still acts like he is in pain. Our vet (whom I trust > completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us) says that his pain is > fading and she’s right
I would not find it acceptable for a vet to provide me with a two-month post-op pain "diagnosis" of "his pain is fading" without trying to explain what could be the cause and without concern about alleviating the animal’s pain. I find it negligent at best. >- he has gotten better as time has gone by. I still > regret declawing him, but I’m convinced that he is enjoying life more and > more. He plays and cuddles just as much as he used to. > I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us;
There is no question that she misled you when she told you that the procedure was the "newer nail bed removal". If she removed the entire third phalanx, this would be an incorrect medical description. If she cut off a part of the third phalanx, this would be an incorrect medical description. Whether she is misleading you now, I have no way of knowing. What I do know is that a vet who really cares about her patients would be much more concerned about Winston in terms of finding the cause of his pain and in terms of providing pain relief. >I think > you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works > nights for free at an emergency clinic.
It’s great that she does that, but it in no way changes the fact that she is not doing everything she can to help Winston. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> Anthony
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> Well, an x-ray of poor Winston’s paws has shown no regrowth of his claws > (and yes, I did see the x-ray).
Regrowth can take *years* to show up…never rule it out completely. >On our Vet’s suggestion we sought out a cat > tree for our felines; 3 days and dozens of websites later, we decide to see > if the local independent petstore had any. It did, and we now have the > perfect 6 foot tall, 4 platform and condo Tree. > I’m amazed at the difference in our cat’s behaviour – giving them an option > to go *up* has mellowed them all out noticeably. So we’re close to a happy > ending.
Glad to hear it. > Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of > aggression) still acts like he is in pain. Our vet (whom I trust > completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us) says that his pain is > fading and she’s right – he has gotten better as time has gone by. I still > regret declawing him, but I’m convinced that he is enjoying life more and > more. He plays and cuddles just as much as he used to. > I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us; I think > you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works > nights for free at an emergency clinic.
Almost all vets do some type of charity work. I know one who does low and no-cost spay/neuter, yet thinks nothing of euthanizing healthy cats on demand. An ethical vet will not declaw a cat unless there is a medical reason to do so. Don’t fool yourself into thinking this is a benign surgery, and that vets don’t lie or stretch the truth to make a buck. I have more than one of them lie to an owner’s face. -L.
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>Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of >aggression) still acts like he is in pain.
Maybe he has nerve damage that can’t be diagnosed? Poor kitty >Our vet (whom I trust >completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us) says that his pain is >fading and she’s right – he has gotten better as time has gone by.
Is this the same vet who declawed him? If it is, I wouldn’t say she loves cats too much at all. >I still >regret declawing him, but I’m convinced that he is enjoying life more and >more.
Yes, amputees do adjust. >I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us; I think >you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works >nights for free at an emergency clinic.
Then why does she declaw? Does she do the pro bono work to asuage her guilt? I don’t know. I just don’t understand how someone could say they love cats and do this mutilation to them. I know you won’t declaw again, Anthony, and I’m glad of that. I hope Winston continues to improve. Lauren =^..^= See my cats: http://www.picturetrail.com/mickey4paws/703043 To Error is Human, To be Purrfect is Feline
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Well, an x-ray of poor Winston’s paws has shown no regrowth of his claws (and yes, I did see the x-ray). On our Vet’s suggestion we sought out a cat tree for our felines; 3 days and dozens of websites later, we decide to see if the local independent petstore had any. It did, and we now have the perfect 6 foot tall, 4 platform and condo Tree. I’m amazed at the difference in our cat’s behaviour – giving them an option to go *up* has mellowed them all out noticeably. So we’re close to a happy ending. Of course Winston (now nicknamed "Mahatma" due to his complete lack of aggression) still acts like he is in pain. Our vet (whom I trust completely – she loves cats and wouldn’t lie to us) says that his pain is fading and she’s right – he has gotten better as time has gone by. I still regret declawing him, but I’m convinced that he is enjoying life more and more. He plays and cuddles just as much as he used to. I guess some of you will think that our Vet is still misleading us; I think you’re wrong about someone who cares for hurt strays for free and works nights for free at an emergency clinic. Love, Anthony PS. http://katyana.com/album/pets-sept-2002/ has a few pictures of the cats, if’n you’re interested…
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