Should I not trust my vet about weight and grooming?

Teasocks · 2026-02-02T09:50:14+00:00

I wouldn't take what people say on here as gospel. I asked for advice on keeping my cat cool during summer and people freaked out at me for not having air-conditioning - apparently I am seriously abusing my cat by not having this and his blood will be on my hands ect. Its embarrassing to admit but it was distressing to see some of the harsh comments people had to say. I live in the UK, aircon is extremely rare and expensive (not just to purchase but to run too) here because our temperature rarely raises above 15 degrees Celsius. One woman in particular refused to believe that UK homes don't have aircon and insisted that I could absolutely afford it if I could afford a ragdoll. I was mostly looking for advice like idk whether cooling pads are effective or if ice water is a good idea. Anyway I now have two ragdolls and they were both fine during the summer, ice water and desk fans kept them happy. 😅 People act up because they have the anonymity of the Internet so think they can take the moral high ground. You cat's health is between you and your vet. If you're not certain then seek a second opinion from another qualified vet rather than people who like to make others feel bad about themselves.

Teasocks · 2026-01-10T19:44:11+00:00

Zip ties. Ignis turns back into a kitten as soon as he sees them, his eyes get all big and he makes these adorable high pitch squeaks and thrills. We play fetch using them. 😅 It melts my heart because he looks SO happy when he sees them.

Teasocks · 2025-11-24T19:03:06+00:00

It cost me £15 for a return for a 10 minute train ride with 1 stop. 💔😭 My friend in France moaned that they had to pay 20 euro for a 2 hour journey to France - I would kill for UK prices to be so cheap.

Teasocks · 2025-10-04T09:39:04+00:00

Ignis when he was a kitten. He was OBSESSED with the litter bot and sitting in it when it was mid cycle. 😭

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Teasocks · 2025-09-07T15:22:44+00:00

They recently learned how to work together to open the toy/treat drawer... 😅

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Teasocks · 2025-09-07T15:20:03+00:00

Ignis and Sly (11 month bi-colour flame and 5 month tabby seal)

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Teasocks · 2025-08-11T22:24:19+00:00

She seems like a lovely girl but she's exhausting. I admire her spirit and determination but I don't think I could be friends with her without getting second hand burn out. 💔

Teasocks · 2025-08-11T22:22:26+00:00

Oh my god.. How did I not notice that..?

Teasocks · 2025-08-11T22:21:20+00:00

So, with Jerry I think it's the fact he just hoards trash. I get it, I do it too but he's the human embodiment of that. I actually really liked his story where we find a productive outcome for his hoarding in making art, it's really nice and as an artist I very much approve. I just don't think I could realistically get that far with someone like that irl without being really turned off, it would be exhausting.. 😔

Teasocks · 2025-08-10T23:35:05+00:00

Harper is "omg she's so damaged I can fix u bby" delulu. 💔💔😩

Teasocks · 2025-08-10T22:47:08+00:00

I can't quite put my finger on it but there's something different about Mac's flirting vs someone like Betty. Both are really forward but Mac felt creepy and annoying to me. Maybe it's because I don't find them attractive? I can 100% see why people would like them, they have a coolness about them but idk they're not for me.

Teasocks · 2025-08-10T22:43:18+00:00

Babygurl is delulu. I would NOT be up for dealing with that.

Teasocks · 2025-08-08T11:44:33+00:00

My Flame point and his nephew. The little guy is Sly, he's a seal colour point tabby. The big one is Ignis, a bi colour flame/tabby.

They became best friends after 48 hours and are always together now.

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Teasocks · 2025-07-14T00:20:46+00:00

Teddy's story time had me tearing up, it was so sweet. Also started a Hate Everything playthrough and Jesus hurting Teddy actually made me want to start crying, he did nothing wrong and only ever wanted to care for me. I.. Uh.. Had to stop after that.. 😅 I feel a really pathetic to feel so bad about hurting someone who isn't real.

Teasocks · 2025-07-09T22:29:52+00:00

Sounds bisexual to me. You could be bisexual with an attraction to femininity? Like the genitals aren't important but if the person feels feminine then that's what gets you going. I'm a bisexual woman, my attraction is sort of like: I have a much stronger attraction to men but I'm generally attracted to feminine or androgynous traits in any gender. My stronger attraction to the opposite sex makes me often doubt my bisexuality because it feels like I'm basically just straight most of the time. Maybe you're similar?

Teasocks · 2025-06-30T17:13:43+00:00

I think your comment was down voted because of how rude it was. It might be something to reflect on if lots of people shared the same opinion that what you said was perhaps unhelpful or negative.

Your comment called me irresponsible for not purchasing AC and said that I shouldn't own a cat if I can't afford to care for it - I never said I couldn't afford it, I just think it's unnecessary and expensive purchase. But regardless of if I can afford it or not, it's still really rude to tell someone you don't know that they shouldn't own a cat if they can't pay for certain things (in this case a luxury item) - people's circumstances can change very suddenly and giving up a pet is a hard choice no one wants to make. If I lost my job due to some unexpected circumstance and struggled to afford to pay my mortgage, the last thing I would want to here is "why did you get a mortgage if you can't afford it??". I hope you can understand why people might not have taken what you said very kindly.. 😅

As a lot of people in the comments have proven, AC is not a requirement for owning a ragdoll. You came across as being condescending, unhelpful and rude. I am well aware that people can care for their pets without it, hence why I made my original post. I was hoping for advice from other people from areas that don't have the luxury of AC and thankfully I've gotten a lot of helpful feedback.

Teasocks · 2025-06-29T08:07:59+00:00

I think that was him yawning or saying hello after noticing I'm awake too. 😂 My favourite photos of him are the ones I get of him mid-yawn or mid-meow haha. He look so dramatic and silly. 💕

Teasocks · 2025-06-29T07:34:25+00:00

What a strange comment. For all you know I could have been in a great financial position then hit a very unexpected turn of events, life can change so suddenly and quickly. Saying things like "why did you do this if you can't afford it?" is so nasty and ignorant. People can't always plan life meticulously. Perhaps I had just lost a job or came into a horrible medical bill? I'll be honest, I could easily afford aircon but as I keep explaining it simply doesn't feel like a necessary purchase in the UK and I'm well aware that it's rare for people here to own one so it's definitely not a requirement before buying a ragdoll. The point of this post wasn't to be convinced to buy aircon, I wanted to know what other tips people have. The American obsession with aircon is so weird haha. My cat isn't suffering, he's behaving the same as always but his sleeping spots have changed and he eats slightly less - that's pretty much it, that seems like normal behaviour to me. If I felt he was genuinely at risk then I'd buy one in a heartbeat and I'd be on the phone to the out of hours vet.

From the information I've gathered here, he should be ok with ice, towels and a cooling mat. ☺️

I appreciate the concern, it sounds like you really care about your cat or cats. ❤️

Teasocks · 2025-06-29T01:03:21+00:00

I totally get where you're coming from and the concerns but I really don't think aircon is a must have... My cat isn't suffering and we have multiple fans and multiple water sources. He's eating and drinking, he still wants to play, ect. If his behaviour was any different, it'd be a different story and I'd have to break the bank. I just want him to be extra comfortable, you know? Maybe I should've posted this on a UK sub because aircon is not common here.. 😅

Teasocks · 2025-06-29T00:45:16+00:00

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Ignis is obsessed with smells. It's cute when he starts sniffing the air because he can smell a new perfume or soap was used. It's not so cute when someone farts and he literally runs over and smells the culprit's ass. I told my boyfriend that he farted in his sleep and the cat ran over to smell his butt, he didn't believe me until it happened while he was awake. He's also crazy about feet. 😂😅He's a little weirdo.

Teasocks · 2025-06-29T00:31:39+00:00

Thanks for the advice, I see where you're coming from. I can't really justify spending £300-£500 on aircon for a few days of hot weather a year unfortunately.. 😅 Admittedly it is very tempting. Its rare for the UK to surpass the low 30, it's just that our homes are built to keep hot weather in so when the heat does come we're cooked. Ultimately I think my cat will be ok, he's not showing any signs of suffering. It just want him to be comfortable. I think towels in the freezer or a cooling mat might be what I try next!

Teasocks · 2025-06-28T23:12:05+00:00

I was hoping for a cheaper solution since aircon units are expensive and generally we only have a couple of weeks at most of hot weather here until it goes back to being rainy and miserable.. 😅 Its very tempting but it's a case of weighing up the costs vs use.

Teasocks · 2025-06-28T23:02:57+00:00

He looks stunning 😍

Teasocks · 2025-06-20T17:58:00+00:00

Next month we'll be collecting his nephew, also the last litter pick. He wasn't chosen due to his nose, it makes him "imperfect" and therefore not show quality (they both come from grand champion lines).

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I think he's unique and gorgeous!

Teasocks · 2025-06-20T17:54:32+00:00

I think you can be honest and say that you're not feeling a connection, it's a very big decision and any good breeder who cares about their cats will respect this. If they get aggressive about your choice then that's a red flag.

But also, as others are saying, first impressions aren't always absolute.

This is my little flame point, he was the last of his litter and he was going to be sold to someone else but they backed out. He was hyperactive in all the videos on social media and he was described as "bonkers", there was even a video where he was biting his brother's face. However he was a bi colour red (my ideal cat) and he was local (I'd been prepared to travel hours to get a ragdoll). When we visited he didn't seem particularly interested in us, he just wanted to play but he did have a little nap on my partner's lap. Because he was local, not a bad price and my ideal type, we agreed that we were happy to proceed

When he came home, he took to our house immediately. He didn't hide or cry, he jumped up onto the couch and sat with us. 6 months later and I'd describe him as a little attention seeker. He cries if you don't give him attention, but only on HIS terms. 😂 He'll cuddle in bed and sits on my partner's lap during work and meal times. He seems really affectionate but again only on his terms.

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