2nd Trimester
Shandie_725
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I'm sorry
Shandie_725
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I'm sorry I posted about how it's breaking my heart that my cat Reeses is going to a shelter before we move, because we have no other option.
I always thought of The Bump as a support place for other pregnant women. Apparently I was wrong. I don't always agree with what people post here but I would never berate people for what they were doing because it was best in their situation. I just needed a place to "cry" after having the shittiest weekend in awhile.
So ladies, if you don't see me, I'm taking a Bump TO.
I always thought of The Bump as a support place for other pregnant women. Apparently I was wrong. I don't always agree with what people post here but I would never berate people for what they were doing because it was best in their situation. I just needed a place to "cry" after having the shittiest weekend in awhile.
So ladies, if you don't see me, I'm taking a Bump TO.
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Re: I'm sorry
oh geez. I just responded to your original post. I'm sorry you are sad about giving up your cat... but I am even more sorry that you didn't realize posting about giving up a pet would get you flamed.
and now, posting a GBCB over it will probably get you even more flamed.
I missed your post... but regardless, I'm sorry that you got that reaction here. What matters is what works best for you. I hope you don't take a long Bump TO, you'll be missed!
*hugs*
i thought rule number 1 of the bump was don't ever post about giving away pets. it always, always, always leads to flames.
I agree. I didn't read the entire post after the first page, but we are not in your situation and it seems like you have done everything you can do find a home for your cat. GL.
How the hell do you think your cat will feel when you leave it in the arms of a stranger, to be placed in a cage that it will most likely never leave except to die?
Yes you will be! I have followed your story for awhile and if it's what is best for you and your family then do it and don't let the girls on here get to you!
{{Hugs}}
There's this too. It's like posting a huge, flashing sign that reads, "DUMBASS HERE! COME FLAME!" with sirens going off and confetti sprinkling the air.
Actually, rule #1 is never GBCN. THat makes it worse.
Rule #2 is never post about getting rid of pets. People here are unforgiving.
Please don't let these complete strangers get to you. They all say they would do x y and z and only you know your situation but a general rule is that most people here are bleeding hearts holier then though and well never ever post about giving up a pet, not having enough money and being pregnant, drinking while pregnant, a bad husband and then announce you are pregnant.
the knot, nest isn't all about support it is entertainment really and sorry but women really do attack each other. The bump and other places are usually very judgemental and mean on issues like this.
Can you try Craigslist? I know not ideal, but you CAN screen homes. Itd be way better adopting to someone with good vet ref's than just dumping at a shelter.
They hear "but shes so special, please find her a home" every single day.....
And yet many shelters will eventually send the animals to kill when they too get overrun like the rest of shelters. It is unrealistic to think you can rehome, and take care of every animal someone drops off. Some have to die to make space for more adoptable ones.
I think pets is rule #2.
...and rule #3 is make sure to leave a legendary GBCB.
I saw your post and wanted to say off the bat that it would get flamed, get C&P'd to the pet board and then get flamed some more. This happens a lot when someone who is pregnant gets rid of a pet.
You do realize that most of the posters are not even from 2nd tri right? Its not really us that flamed you. I hope your TO is short and you are back real soon!
Steal my kids picture or pretend they are yours, I will find where you live and ship all of their dirty diapers to your doorstep. Promise.
Steal my kids picture or pretend they are yours, I will find where you live and ship all of their dirty diapers to your doorstep. Promise.
Why announce it..?
Ditto this. I thought the exact same thing.
https://community.thenest.com/cs/ks/forums/thread/28814665.aspx
Sorry girl. I'd take kitty if I was closer... I'm a sucker for big fat cats.... but its gotta be short haired or DD's nose goes up in smoke.
I had to put my kitty Pickles down when I was pregnant with DD, its just about killed me
Good Bye Cruel Bump.
Edit: sorry, it's good bye cruel NEST. GBCB is bump.
I saw your OP and felt sad and didn't read any of the replies. I just went back and read them.
Some people on this forum can be so mean. Try not to let them get to you dear. There are many of us who aren't mean and who do understand.
I've had cats my whole life up until recently. I've also had to give some away before. It's a hard thing to do.
I wish I could hug you through the computer.
*HUGS*
Stay strong.
*edit*
I added more after reading some more responses
People aren't seeing that she is moving into her inlaws and they can't have cats there. They aren't seeing that she found homes for her other 2 cats. They aren't seeing that she has been trying to find a home for this cat and had even tried craigs list so the cat would have a home.
The way I see it, given her situation she is doing the best thing for her cat, whom she loves. She is not parting with her cat by choice or because of it's health problems.
I don't understand why people feel the need to be rude and mean. She is doing the best thing she can.
*sigh* I don't get people sometimes.
i think the nasties are ignoring in your OP where you said you could not take her b/c you were moving and your parents wouldn't let you.....what the heck are you supposed to do?
yes, you adopt a pet for a lifelong committment. however, sometimes life changes and you do what you have to do.
is it a no-kill shelter?
I missed your post too hon - I'm so sorry that you have to give him/her up. I can't imagine having to let go of our two, so my heart really goes out to you. It seems like alot of people these days just have no other option.
*hugs* I wish you had another option...
Something tells me that if they can't afford to keep their apartment because they are down to one income and got pregnant by mistake, they aren't going to pay for kitty boarding.
Hey Sweetie, Sorry I wasn't on here earlier to defend you
I am so sorry you are going through this! I didn't read the whole other post but if I recall you are moving in with inlaws yes? If you can't take kitty with you thats not your fault, and a no kill shelter is a good alternative. It sounds like you tried a lot to find other places for your furbaby and I think its great you found temp homes for the other two. Don't be gone long because I am rather fond of you. I hope you are doing better soon!
Lovies
Really? You think the people who think this is a bad decision don't have pets so they don't understand? Ummmkay. And it's don't.
WRONG. The ones who flamed are the ones who have multiple pets and spend their free time and money working endlessly to help the animals like the OP dumps.
If you're an adult you stand up to your parents, and/or find another living situation that you can afford.