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I wanted to share some developments on Carrot’s case. After multiple attempts to reach the humane society through emails and voicemails with no response, I decided to drive there to discuss everything in person. I was even able to see Carrot briefly, which honestly broke me down in tears. He still has such a gentle spirit, and seeing him brought home how much I want to give him a chance.
Unfortunately, I learned that Carrot’s urinalysis results are more complex than I initially thought. His red blood cell count in his urine is over 100, suggesting something more serious than a typical UTI. As some of you pointed out in my last post, UTIs in male cats are rare. The shelter did an abdominal X-ray, which came back normal, but the next step would be an abdominal ultrasound—an expense of around $1,000. The shelter is unwilling to proceed with further diagnostics, essentially saying it’s not “worth it” to continue.
I’ve been going back and forth with the foster department, as I’m just not ready to give up on Carrot. The shelter, however, has made it clear they won’t pursue further treatment.
There is some hopeful news: a small rescue in Richmond Hill called Forgotten Ones (about 4 hours away) has offered to take on Carrot’s case if the humane society agrees to relinquish their rights to him. I’m currently advocating for this transfer, but the process is proving difficult.
In the meantime, as many of you suggested, I’ve set up a GoFundMe (I still need to ask mods to approve sharing this) to cover the costs of diagnostics and potential treatment. If we’re unable to raise the funds in time to save Carrot, I’ll be refunding all donations.
Thank you so much to everyone who has shown support and concern for Carrot. Your kindness and encouragement mean the world, and I know Carrot would appreciate every one of you. I’ll keep you all updated as I continue to fight for him. 💚
That’s the primary goal, I’m still pushing for them to transfer Carrot into their care!
Plan B (if all else fails) is to adopt him myself and use the crowdfunded money to pay for his bills, and eventually find him an amazing home
From what I understand they’ve stopped treatment and are scheduling euthanasia when a vet becomes available.
I will try posting in that sub if needed. Thank you for your suggestions 💚
From my understanding he’s not symptomatic. The quote for the ultrasound was given to me by the shelter, and I haven’t checked around yet because the shelter says I’m not authorized to make those calls unless I assume complete responsibility of him. I will try to ask about the culture. Thank you 💚
I believe it was a free flow sample, however upon looking at his records it also mentions something about cysto
Thank you lovely 💚 I really hope I can get the approval soon before it’s too late, otherwise at least postpone the euthanasia so that we have more time
The shelter will probably gaslight me if I suggest that, but I will mention it when I visit tomorrow! Thank you 🙏
Thank you so much 🥹 I know he would be so happy to know how many people are rooting for him
I’m just going based off what I’ve heard in the comments and what the humane society has in their notes 😓
I made an update! and my bio has a link to donate 💚
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Thank you so much, he really is a sweetheart 💔