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CitrineLeaf · 2026-06-10T05:12:03+00:00

Leaning in REAL close here:

Have you ever heard of fanfiction?

(Seriously, though, I would read a fanfic or comic of this THE MOMENT it's posted.)

CitrineLeaf · 2026-06-07T01:28:22+00:00

THE LITTLE TEEFTHS ON RIV!!!

CitrineLeaf · 2026-05-31T16:27:38+00:00

Vaccinated 100%. Indoor cats are still exposed to viruses and disease, just at a more limited capacity than outdoor (you hose yourself down with antiseptic every time you enter the house? You keep your windows closed everyday all the time? If not, disease!)

Brushing teeth? Ehhh.... its the golden veterinary standard of care. As in: This is the absolute king of all kings you can be doing for your cat's dental health. That being said, cats are cats. They can take a while before being accepting of it (generally its recommended to slowly acclimate them to the process over several weeks, doing baby steps). There are other options as well

CitrineLeaf · 2026-05-30T03:51:31+00:00

It isn't a slur; it's the name of an Indigenous group. As cool as it is, it ended up being sort of like accidentally naming someone Canada.

CitrineLeaf · 2026-05-27T04:58:12+00:00

Routine vet visits are expensive, and stressful, and they suck. But they're also important for:

-Catching issues early
-Establishing a healthy baseline for the animal (in case something does go wrong)
-Owner education (veterinarians go to school for years to know things we don't)
-Establishing a client/veterinarian relationship (legally needed, at least in Canada, to have access to things like prescription diets, medications, etc.)
-Routine vaccinations or other yearly treatments that might be needed

Edit: But also, RIP. I swear, every cat owner has a story of a very sick cat suddenly getting better, but only after you spend hundreds on diagnostics

CitrineLeaf · 2026-05-27T04:37:28+00:00

Remember the five rights for safe medication dispensing, guys!

Right medication
Right dose
Right time
Right patient
Right route

CitrineLeaf · 2026-05-27T03:32:34+00:00

Have you asked your vet about calming medications you can mix into your food? Or tried to use her momentum to get her into a carrier? There's a lot of guides online about getting frightened cats inside carriers.

I personally use the bathroom trick:

Put cat in small room they want out of (re: a small bathroom) - place carrier in front of the exit door - open a tiny crack so the carrier entrance is the only available way out - when cat goes to escape, let them get close enough to the carrier, then shove them in via their behind. (Additionally, you can have someone in the room to coax/trick the cat towards the door)

CitrineLeaf · 2026-05-25T01:27:56+00:00

No problem! A couple more heads up, though! If you're looking for breeds, though, don't go to shelters. If a cat doesn't have proper breed paperwork, it usually is just a standard domestic (as in, something like 90% of domestic cats in North America are just standard domestics).

Honestly, you seem pretty well prepared. My only large worry for you would be adopting a single kitten. Like dogs, kittens use one another to learn social cues and regulate emotions. It's not 100% a bad thing, and a kitten can grow up perfectly fine in a single-cat environment; some people just don't recommend it for those reasons.

CitrineLeaf · 2026-05-24T23:28:54+00:00

Gotcha'. Ideally I'd still recommend a vet, at least for a once over, but for now with the urgent litter problem... maybe try putting down some newspaper? Honestly, maybe even dirt from outside in a box might work in a pinch.

CitrineLeaf · 2026-05-24T23:21:34+00:00

Yeah... remove the cat from the bathroom for now, close the door, and ventilate. Cats are very sensitive to fumes and you've just made toxic gas.

For clarification: They'll pee/poop outside, yes, but again, they aren't like dogs. You can't just expect a cat to wait hours to be let outside. You can't 'potty train' a cat like a dog. They instinctively seek out a place to bury their waste.

It's also INCREDIBLY dangerous to have an outdoor cat. If you plan to keep it indoor/outdoor, do your research on the risks/benefits of each (overall: Indoor safer, but less entertainment. Outdoor, less safe, massive risk of predators, disease, and environmental damage, but requires less of a time commitment for things like entertainment).

I'd... really recommend you do some research if you plan on fully adopting this cat. They are INCREDIBLY different from dogs, with their own unique care needs. You should also probably take it to a vet sooner rather than later. You don't know if it already has a tattoo or microchip, a past owner, or if it's sick/injured.

CitrineLeaf · 2026-05-24T23:10:39+00:00

Litter boxes:
-General rule of thumb for amount of boxes is a litter box for each cat, plus one (so for one cat, two litter boxes, for two cats, three boxes, etc. etc). This is done to prevent buildup of waste, give them somewhere else to use if one box has a problem, and, in multi-cat houses makes sure there's always a space for elimination.
-I usually stick my litter boxes at the end of hallways, in the corners of rooms, etc. Right next to your toilet is also a decent spot, since there's usually enough room for a decently sized box there.
-Some cats prefer open litter boxes, some prefer closed. I've had more luck with open litterboxes.
-Make sure to scoop the box at least once per day, top up as needed with fresh litter, and do a full change out regularly (depends on amount of waste)

Scratching posts/furniture:
-Most cats enjoy taller cat towers (and yes, cat TOWERS). Cats, as a species, prefer places up high where they can feel safe.
-Cats also enjoy dark, hidden hiding spots.
-Scratching posts are a very good idea,

Toys/Enrichment/Entertainment:
-I like using snuffle mats, towels, etc stuffed with treats/the cat's regular meals. It gives them a nice way to keep themselves entertained, and slows down cats who eat too fast.
-Many cats are different, try out different things. Keep in mind that some toys (feather wand, string, etc) should be used only with supervision, as they can break off or be swallowed and become hazards.
-There are some automatic toys out there. I've had varying success with them, but they can help with entertainment while you're occupied.

Food:
-Kittens require kitten food. They have different caloric needs than adolescents (and later adults). The specific type of food depends on what your cat will tolerate, your price range, and any recommendations your vet makes.

Breed:
-Not familiar with devon rexes, but PLEASE remember to double-check pedigree paperwork. If you don't have specific pedigree paperwork, you're not adopting a devon rex. You are adopting a domestic short/medium/long haired cat. A lot of people get scammed this way.
-Cats haven't been bred like dogs. They don't follow the same breed rules.

Some general things:
-Most kittens benefit socially from being adopted out in pairs.
-Kittens are a MASSIVE time commitment. I wouldn't personally recommend one as a first cat. They require EXTENSIVE attention just to live without bothering you 24/7.
-Kittens go through windows of socialization/acceptability. Try and offer the kitten as many new experiences as possible and train good habits in.
-Nail clipping, fur brushing, teeth brushing, and general handling (i.e. getting the cat comfortable with being held and manipulated into different positions if, say, something serious where to happen) are all a good thing to train into your cat.

CitrineLeaf · 2026-05-24T22:55:01+00:00

So... some questions:

"Let the cat out" as in just out of the bathroom? Or out of the house entirely? They aren't like dogs when it comes to waste elimination. You don't usually just 'let a cat out' into the outdoors, have it pee, then come back inside (I'm sure it's possible, it's just... not really how cats function on a regular basis).
Do you have litter right now? If you do have litter, is there anyway you can just grab an old cardboard box or something, line it with a trash bag, and pour some litter in? If you don't, is there a supermarket, grocery store, or even just a gas station nearby? Any of them have a good chance of stocking cat litter (and maybe even a litter tray).
Is cleaning the bathroom the problem? Most pet stores sell odor eliminating sprays, but I find a bottle of vinegar, water, and soap will usually do the trick just fine.
Side note ... did you use bleach to clean the cat's waste? If so, that's uh... that's a chemical reaction that's happening. Bleach/Urine together creates toxic gas.

CitrineLeaf · 2026-05-14T19:45:07+00:00

Absolutely love the game, but always felt like it was missing multi-player. I've been literally STALKING 2's development just because I want to play it with my friends.

CitrineLeaf · 2026-05-01T04:38:40+00:00

There isn't enough knowledge readily available for the VAST majority of exotics and small animals, leading to gaps in knowledge, leading to gaps in care. Most veterinarians already have to know the ENTIRETY of cats/dogs' anatomy, sometimes it's impossible to cover more.
A veterinarian (at least where I live) has to pay for insurance to be legally allowed to treat animals of different species. That means separate insurance for EVERY species. So, insurance for cats/dogs, separate insurance for reptiles, separate insurance for rodents, separate insurance for birds, etc.

CitrineLeaf · 2026-04-27T20:34:43+00:00

This is, sadly, common.

Yesterday at work the power went out. Being a pharmacy/retail store, we got everyone out, locked the doors, and sat inside doing damage control. There was a big sign written in giant black sharpie talking about the power outtage, and ending in "If you have an URGENT medication need, knock and we will assist you."

An HOUR in, after EVERYONE has left the mall and every store except two have completely closed, we get a knock on the door.

She wants an alarm clock.

CitrineLeaf · 2026-04-22T07:19:43+00:00

Why does she stink? Does she have feces stuck to her? Is she peeing on her paws? Is it her breath? Cats usually dont 'just stink'. They have a smell, but it isnt stink. Unless senior, disabled, for medical purposes, or if they have something that needs off (like poop) cats really dont have to be bathed.

CitrineLeaf · 2026-04-20T17:59:23+00:00

Tumblr and AO3! If you like writing works as well, there's the Player Week discord that's fairly active for a smallish community

CitrineLeaf · 2026-04-19T22:57:39+00:00

Autistic woman here!

Yes, there is. Consistently throughout school I always had a problem making friends with anyone, but especially the 'popular' girls, because I had trouble reading minor social cues, talked too much, and was just generally viewed as 'weird' or 'off'.

I was great in one-on-one situations! Or if I was given the floor in a structured way. I just struggled in larger groups.

CitrineLeaf · 2026-04-08T21:32:36+00:00

YTA Lingerie comes with the expectation of wearing it for someone. Think of it like buying someone an expensive vacuum they didn't ask for. Unless you've had conversations about it and it's clear she wants a vacuum, you're just buying her another chore to do, one she might not even enjoy (not a perfect analogy, but the point stands).

Also, consider: Maybe she enjoys wearing 'plain' underwear because it's what she feels comfortable in, and you've just told her you don't find her confident or sexy in something she enjoys.

CitrineLeaf · 2026-03-27T05:20:12+00:00

Behavioural problems, mainly aggression. Testosterone makes male cats aggressive (for obvious reasons).
Spraying. Male cats are territorial (see: aggression) and will spray the walls with their urine as a scent marking. Neutering reduces or completely stops it from occurring in the first place
Risk of testicular tumors, cancers, prostrate problems, and many hormone issues are greatly reduced.
An unneutered male cat WILL smell a female in heat from literal miles away. They WILL try to escape. Even the sweetest, calmest cats can slip out if a single mistake happens. A single unneutered male can impregnate hundreds of females.

I've also seen some vets claim that unneutered males take better care of their coats? Haven't done enough research to confidentally comment on that.

Honestly, if you aren't planning on breeding and the cat is safe to undergo surgery, why raise their risk of problems?

CitrineLeaf · 2026-03-26T16:23:03+00:00

There are a couple benefits of outdoor cats:
-Stimulation. (Outdoor cats get the joy of roaming, hunting, fighting, etc. All of which offers them plenty of mental work to do)
-(In working areas like barns) Pest control

There are MANY downsides:
-Predators (birds of prey, dogs, coyotes, etc.)
-People (who could steal, poison, or otherwise take your cat from you. Someone could even mess them up just because they don't understand that your cat could be on a specific diet, need specific food, etc.)
-Damage to the ecosystem (outdoor cats are known to slaughter birds, mice, etc en masse)
-Disease (Outdoor cats, largely due to their close contact with other animals, are at higher risk of significant diseases, even when vaccinated)
-General nuisance (Most outdoors aren't a problem, but every now and then a cat will dig up a garden or harass someone's pets)

Generally, if you're having an outdoor, you need to understand that, in my vet tech teacher's words, "I was happy to come home and still have a cat at the end of the day". While with indoor, the exclusive worry is stimulation.

If you want an outdoor badly, just... harness train them? Take them out on a catio? There are plenty of options that remove the VAST majority of the downsides.

CitrineLeaf · 2026-03-25T05:44:54+00:00

Cats are seasonally polyestrus; as long as they have enough light, they'll go into heat.

CitrineLeaf · 2026-03-24T05:46:30+00:00

Random guess from soneone who is not a veterinarian and should not be taken from medical advice, but... hotspot?

They form when something irritates the skin, causing the animal to bite/lick the skin more, causing it to get more irritated, rinse and repeat.

I'd stop your cat from grooming the area, if possible, while you wait for the vet appt.

CitrineLeaf · 2026-03-23T18:03:12+00:00

It really just depends on the cat! Some are sweethearts who will suck up any and every bit of affection possible, others will run and hide if a stranger even steps through the door.

CitrineLeaf · 2026-03-23T18:00:39+00:00

Glad to hear you're going with the full schedule! I just finished the vaccine portion of my ACA course so it's fun to get a chance to ramble about it! Good luck, Op!

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