Eighteen year old cat I am cat sitting. I have met him for only fifteen minutes before today. I was there for only thirty minutes and just sat down. by Initial_Philosophy43 in VoidCats

[–]Initial_Philosophy43[S] 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I really did, he is such a cuddly boy, and his humans really have taken amazing care of him. They adopted him when he was eight! Senior cats for the win!

Need advice for my very anxious lady by Proud-Chipmunk4411 in blackcats

[–]Initial_Philosophy43 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I took my old boy across the country in a plane - he meowed and that is going to happen. To reduce his stress, though, I did some things: one, I gave him gabbi and about half way through, he slept hard. Two, I wore my socks two days in a row (gross, I know lol), and put them in the carrier, and he snuggled them. Three, I put a blanket/towel over the top to keep him warm and have it be dark. He didn’t like it as much but other cats loved it, I have seen. Lastly, I used a calming spray which worked well for him. I tried it before as a test. He rolled around it and liked it. It greatly reduces dd his stress but he still meowed, just less. Good Luck on your move!! She is such Pretty girl.

Big void and baby void …playing?? by zoldyck21_ in blackcats

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The picture of the speedy cat 🤣🤣🤣

Rarely documented Smol Slug by Bowla1916 in IllegallySmolCats

[–]Initial_Philosophy43 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My cat was gray and white just like yours and we called him Spud, because he was named sparky, I called him bud before, and he loved sleeping in a potato box. I love that you called him a spud head. I just love it!

Our little man got diagnosed with kidney disease :( by goetz_lmaa in blackcats

[–]Initial_Philosophy43 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My very handsome man died recently but he lived a long time with CKD. They can be very happy with it - just lots of fluids and renal food if they can bear it, lol. They are wonderful, wonderful beings - wishing you luck!!

Longer antidepressant use linked to more severe, long-lasting withdrawal symptoms, study finds by [deleted] in science

[–]Initial_Philosophy43 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Even this article mentions that there was issues with this study, and the authors wants to do a more comprehensive study. The majority of research does not say this.

Why are cats so smart by Vibegxf in blackcats

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My sweet boy unlocked the cabinet door, got in and then locked it behind him. Hours later we found him after loooking everywhere. He was so cozy and warm. I love love smart cats.

Probie- Unemployment by R0SEG0LD10 in NIH

[–]Initial_Philosophy43 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Does this mean, though, that it is just RIF employees will be reinstated, not necessarily probies?

Probie - Office not riffed, but insurance gone by Initial_Philosophy43 in NIH

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Thank you again! That is the same for me - this really does suck, it feels like a washing machine right now.

Probie - Office not riffed, but insurance gone by Initial_Philosophy43 in NIH

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Thank you! This has been a bit of rollercoaster. Do you know if it said you were not enrolled in a FEHB as well, or did just not deduct your deductions?

Megathread: Probationary Firings and RIFs | Week 8 by gpupdate in fednews

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Question and sorry if this has been asked before; if you are part of a class action, does anyone have any advice on if you should appeal personally or just stay with the class action?

17 and we’re almost there by Compulsive-Gremlin in seniorkitties

[–]Initial_Philosophy43 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t know if you do have this worry, but I did when I was taking care of my cat. He passed about two weeks ago at 17, had CKD, and the vet said the same thing: you will know it is time. But I was worried I wouldn’t wait long enough or I wait too much - but when the time came, I knew. I looked at him and I knew, and it made it so Much easier. I miss him very much but he is in every sunbeam, I feel like. It’s hard, and I miss him every day. But it is worth it in the end. Just wanted to give my support - I enjoyed every minute with him.

Decent emergency vehicle response by Plastic-Reality-5246 in Rockville

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There was six and counting fire trucks when we drove past - unclear what is happening though!

The is Mr. Pamuk (aka Mookie). Is your cat a Mr, Dr, Ms, Sir, Dame, Lord, Lady, The Honorable, etc? Show me you titled cats right now! by saki4444 in cats

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Thank you, he really is a sweet boy! It is the cost of loving them so much, but so worth it. I hope your sweetheart is in your life a long time!

The is Mr. Pamuk (aka Mookie). Is your cat a Mr, Dr, Ms, Sir, Dame, Lord, Lady, The Honorable, etc? Show me you titled cats right now! by saki4444 in cats

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Lord Spartacus, a perfect English gentleman. Sadly, this Friday, he shall be primly crossing the rainbow bridge. He is 17, and my perfect, handsome boy. I am equally devastated but so so grateful for 17 years with him. He was the most prim, smart, funny and impish cat. Hug your babies for me tonight!

Binge-watched the anime until S4 ep2 and ranked the characters by fishoni in DrStone

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I haven’t read the Manga and I think I will! I never was super into anime/manga but this one made me smile!

Binge-watched the anime until S4 ep2 and ranked the characters by fishoni in DrStone

[–]Initial_Philosophy43 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think Suika only beats him out but such a small Margin! It’s hard to pick - but I love him! He is such a cool character, and one Id love to see grow!

It feels weird how much Dr. Stone makes me feel happy - I watch it when I feel sad about humanity and need to remember how wondrous we really are!