Recent Content by Shadowhunter

I know you said she gets stressed by the vet but I think it's better to put her through a visit to a vet you trust than risk unnecessary procedures. Even the blood works would be more frightening than a second health check. One of my mum's cats had hyperthyroidism, no symptoms until really bad...

Yes this is what i was worried about. Incase it is stress etc. I've found articles saying what it may be unfortunately few tell you how to help solve the problem. But you've both given me lots of advice for starting with. I decided to sleep on the sofa last night to ensure he didn't...

Thank you, I really hope so. The RSPCA gave him a look over and they did recommend neutering him but wouldn't give a clear answer on the risks given his age. I lost a rabbit as a child to anaesthetic so I'm apprehensive. Though I will ask the vet about this. I know the local cat charities all...

Yeah I realise having his own room would be better but it's not an option I'm afraid. I own my home and while I love him, selling this place and buying a bigger home isn't going to happen. I'd also point out we aren't complete strangers to him, although granted our home is. Unfortunately we...

Thank you. I'll try the calmers you suggested. I had no idea these were available for cats! It's making me so sad. Ive never met an animal so afraid before and it breaks my heart that he fears ME. If he only knew to give us a chance. He used to love climbing and jumping all around my grans...

Aww I'm so glad he came home. I was going to suggest maybe a female cat nearby had got his attention and possibly her owner had mistaken him for a stray and was feeding him.

Hi. I apologise for long post, not ready to give up on this cat yet. HISTORY So my gran got 2 tom kittens 8 years ago but had a bad stroke just after getting them. They spent their first few months alone in her home. Unfortunately the stroke changed my gran and she stopped receiving visitors...