I'm pretty sure that one day of no food is ok - I think that's a teqnique often used for trapping ferals for tnr.
I absolutely understand and respect your position - don't feel bad at all. Sometimes it takes more guts and strength to say 'no, I can't take this on without jeopardising other animals in my care' than it does to keep and work with an animal with extreme socialisation issues. She really sounds like she needs someone who can give a huge amount of time to her...where she can be the sole focus of attention.
You are not a bad person. Really. I mean it. That shelter sounds like it has serious issues. I can't believe that they won't treat medical issues though. You had no idea that this cat couldn't be handled. I only wish there was a way for your experience to result in changes in their procedures.
Don't beat yourself up over this. You have done your best.
I absolutely understand and respect your position - don't feel bad at all. Sometimes it takes more guts and strength to say 'no, I can't take this on without jeopardising other animals in my care' than it does to keep and work with an animal with extreme socialisation issues. She really sounds like she needs someone who can give a huge amount of time to her...where she can be the sole focus of attention.
You are not a bad person. Really. I mean it. That shelter sounds like it has serious issues. I can't believe that they won't treat medical issues though. You had no idea that this cat couldn't be handled. I only wish there was a way for your experience to result in changes in their procedures.
Don't beat yourself up over this. You have done your best.
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