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    #16
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    Well done Cassidy!
    夕方に急なにわか雨は「夕立」と呼ばれるなら、なぜ朝ににわか雨は「朝立ち」と呼ばれないの? ^^If a sudden rain shower in the evening is referred to as an 'evening stand', then why isn't a shower in the morning called 'morning stand'?

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      #17
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      I follow Cassidy the bi pawed miracle kitten on Facebook, and I love that little guy. He is so lucky to have been picked up by Shelly! He gets to be happy and healthy now!
      http://catcrowsnow.blogspot.com/

      But they were doughnuts of darkness. Evil damned doughnuts, tainted by the spawn of darkness.... Which could obviously only be redeemed by passing through the fiery inferno of my digestive tract.
      ~Jim Butcher

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        #18
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        Don't forget the ramp on the cat box ...
        I won't be wronged. I won't be insulted. I won't be laid a-hand on. I don't do these things to other people, and I require the same from them ... John Bernard Books


        Indian Chief 'Two Eagles' was asked by a white government official; "You have observed the white man for 90 years. You've seen his wars and his technological advances. You've seen his progress, and the damage he's done."

        The Chief nodded in agreement.

        The official continued; "Considering all these events, in your opinion, where did the white man go wrong?"

        The Chief stared at the government official for over a minute and then calmly replied.. "When white man find land, Indians running it, no taxes, no debt, plenty buffalo, plenty beaver, clean water. Women did all the work, Medicine Man free. Indian man spend all day hunting and fishing; all night having sex."

        Then the chief leaned back and smiled; "Only white man dumb enough to think he could improve system like that."



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          #19
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          I feel sorry for the one that gets to clean his chair.
          The Dragon sees infinity and those it touches are forced to feel the reality of it.
          I am his student and his partner. He is my guide and an ominous friend.

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            #20
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            Originally posted by DragonsFriend View Post
            I feel sorry for the one that gets to clean his chair.
            If you've ever taken the time to actually go and check out the site and watch Shelly, she is an absolute angel with those cats, especially Cassidy. Just the other day, she was giving him some much needed human and cat socialization, when he started to pee. Realizing that she had forgotten to bring up a litter box for him, she picked him up with one hand cupped underneath until she was able to get him to a sink. Someone with that level of dedication and lack of squeamishness would, I doubt, have any issues using a little towel and bleach on a small bit of canvas.

            Originally posted by magusphredde View Post
            Don't forget the ramp on the cat box ...
            The chair is, in fact, simply a temporary thing they are hoping just to give the little guy a bit more mobility for a time. He's gotten really good as scooting about with his little stumps, though it would be better if the left one was growing properly. As of right now, Shelly said that he's gotten up to about 50% accuracy with using the littler box. Not too bad for a kitty who had an initial diagnosis of most likely not ever being able to pee or poop unassisted due to developmental troubles from malnutrition and the such.

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              #21
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              I have known people like that. Caring for animals is sometimes hard to do. I have always had dogs and they require a specific order in their lives or they become neurotic. It is important to always remember that they are members of the pack and not family. I still always get attached to them and always grieve when they die.
              The Dragon sees infinity and those it touches are forced to feel the reality of it.
              I am his student and his partner. He is my guide and an ominous friend.

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                #22
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                Originally posted by DragonsFriend View Post
                I have known people like that. Caring for animals is sometimes hard to do. I have always had dogs and they require a specific order in their lives or they become neurotic. It is important to always remember that they are members of the pack and not family. I still always get attached to them and always grieve when they die.
                I think that grieving for animals is a good thing. Not the grief itself, but the fact that someone experiences it. It shows that they have compassion.

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                  #23
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                  We love our animals. That is our nature (or should be) but I also understand dogs and horses to a great degree. They are loyal if they trust you as the alpha. If they don't they will challenge you for the position. I have wrestled an aggressive dog to its back and held it pinned by the neck until it submitted before. Not something I enjoy but after that the dog was very well behaved. It would do anything for me and I had a higher position in its "pack" than the owner did. I have taught people how to be what there dog needs instead of being what they want the dog to be.
                  I love animals and they have my highest respect. People who "own" animals without understanding them do not always get my respect.
                  The Dragon sees infinity and those it touches are forced to feel the reality of it.
                  I am his student and his partner. He is my guide and an ominous friend.

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                    #24
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                    Not a whole lot of stuff to report, really, but I did discover a couple of pretty awesome things. It turns out that there was an article posted in a Netherlands news site regarding Cassidy, and an article on People.Com pets section as well! This guy has brought Shelly and her TinyKittens organization into national and international visibility. The thing is, when it all comes down to it, it's not just about a handicapped kitty.

                    People have discussed how her efforts have taught them about compassion, care for those less fortunate, and have been aids for classrooms. It has also been stated that by simply watching the kittens at play, they've helped with PTSD, depression, and in the case of Cassidy, hope. So it's not just about adorable kits. It's about life and love.

                    Also, supposedly Cass is going to be neutered this week, which is awesome. It means that not only has he gained enough weight and is healthy enough for it, but yet again he's bucked against the initial diagnosis of having developmental issues! Cassidy, you rock!

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                      #25
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                      So it appears that this tiny little guy has gotten his paws into everyone's pies out there, and he's becoming quite the celebrity! Beyond what I mentioned about the Netherlands and People.Com the other day, things have exploded! From Buzzfeed to ABC to CNN to a huge popularity in Russia (a livestream viewer mentioned that Cass is all over the news there, and cats are the most popular pets in the country), he's taking the world by storm in his new wheelchair. There's also been a number of viewers who have all sent in requests that the story be picked up on The Ellen Show.

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                        #26
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                        Time once again to annoy you all with yet another post about this kitten! Today, he was neutered, and also had a visit with a veterinary specialist about his back legs. The right one is basically as it should be, sans foot of course. The left, on the other hand, is a bit of a problem. The quad muscle there is in spasm, and has been pulling the knee and hip joints in directions that they shouldn't really go in while the corresponding hind muscle is weak and underdeveloped, causing hyper-extension.. Luckily, the doc said that it's still early enough that surgery isn't needed at this time to fix it. Shelly will have to do some physical therapy at least three times a day to strengthen one muscle, loosen the other, and to get Cassidy used to being able to keep the leg in a more natural position.

                        He's doing well with it already. Also, she has hooked up with a local 4th grade class and has been working with the teacher there to incorporate her Tiny Kittens charity into their curriculum.

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                          #27
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                          Shelly does work with the local kids sometimes and the kittens get followed by schoolchildren so they can learn it's why she live streams the births and bet visits and other stuff! She'll and tiny kittens is amazing, so is wee Cassidy!
                          http://catcrowsnow.blogspot.com/

                          But they were doughnuts of darkness. Evil damned doughnuts, tainted by the spawn of darkness.... Which could obviously only be redeemed by passing through the fiery inferno of my digestive tract.
                          ~Jim Butcher

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                            #28
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                            Been a few days since I gave an update, since there really wasn't much to report on. His back legs are still causing a few issues, as the therapy, while doing some good, is tough to reinforce since they don't have a brace to keep them bent in the right direction when he's on his own. Plus, he likes to scoop around more than try to use his stumps. On the upside, he's had a lot of company lately. It's time for the other kittens in the house to be spayed and neutered, so when they are recovering, they have been spending time in Cassidy's room. It's all going well, and tonight the momma cat, Tip, may be sleeping over with Cass as she is recovering from her spaying.

                            All in all, he's gotten more playful and active then ever before.

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                              #29
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                              This little guy can't get a break. After a checkup, it was discovered that his other leg was also starting to be pulled in the wrong direction by muscle spasms and such, and that both stumplets have become inflamed. But still he's got great spirits. Also, his brother Topper was adopted yesterday.

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                                #30
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                                He's been spending more and more time with Shelly's cats, learning valuable lessons in "cat-iquette" and just enjoying all the time spent with other animals. Unfortunately, the other 12 kittens she's caring for now are just way too rough and rambunctious for the little guy to play with safely.

                                With a little ingenious planning, he now has some splints made up of cardboard, cloth, and little socks to keep his legs straight, and for the first time ever he stood on all fours! He did so for a good period of time, while he was having a bit of a snack, easily keeping his balance without any wobbling or visible strain. Also, he may be starting a little water therapy to help get his back legs moving and exercised.

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