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hello, a cat from the street had two kittens next to my car. from the very first day i took really good care of her. i loved the little kittens, as i love all cats very much. one night by accident i ran over the kitten as it was under my car and i didnt see it. i was crying and i am still very sad, as it is something that i will never do. please tell me how the mother cat feels. because she saw what happend. will she ever get over it? will she keep on taking care the other kitten? can i do anything to make things better?
thank you
Hi Maria,
I'm very sorry for what happened. Don't be too hard on yourself. It was an accident. You don't have to worry about the mom. Cats are wired differently. They don't remember like you and I. She should take care of the other kitten. She might move it. Keep an eye on her if she does. If she abandons the little one, write back and I'll help you with the kit if needed.
Again, I'm sorry for what happened. Good luck.
Ciao, Karen
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Karen Craft
Expertise
I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!
Experience
I have over 40 year's experience with cats. Father was a veterinarian and I assisted him in his work. I have 15 cats at present. Most are shelter or feral rescues. I have one purebred cat. I have done cat rescues and foster care.
Some thoughts to carry with you.
A Cat's 10 Commandments
My life is likely to last 15-20 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.
Give me time to understand what you want of me.
Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.
Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments. But I have only you.
Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.
Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.
Before you swat me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that could draw blood. And claws to strike back. And yet I choose not to attack you.
If I don't act right then have me checked to see what is wrong.
Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old.
On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so.
Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful thing without God's critters. Pass this on.
Education/Credentials
I have an A.A.S.
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