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He just had diarrhea again.
Poor guy. Does he need to go to the vet? Can he had FortiFlora?
He just ate some more FF. The lady at the store gave me two 5.5oz cans of what he's been eating and I bought a bag of the Kitten kibble he's been eating, to transition him to whatever I decide to feed him.
Anyone know of a good kitten canned food?

He's back in the cage, and he just ate and is washing his little face. I don't think he weighs more than 3 or 4 pounds. Ginger is sitting next to me as I type and I keep telling her what a pretty girl she is.

I still call her my baby, (after 10+ years, she's still my "Baby Girl"), so I don't think of her as old. Where's the embarrassed smilie?
 
Thank you. I do have a little bit of a smile in my heart.
:)
I hope Ginger can cope. She just keeps staring at him.
And when I turn to look at him, he keeps staring at me, like let me out of this cage already.

I need to run to the store. Hope all is as is, when I return.
 
Our local kitten rescue recommends the Wellness Chicken and Turkey. Wellness also makes a kitten food, but it's essential the same. At our local shelter, we'd occasionally find that the Wellness Kitten was a bit rich for some of the little ones.

Kitten's tummy is probably feeding the effects of the worming meds and food switch. Why don't you call the shelter and see what they say about the vet? He's probably been vetted recently.
 
He is so adorable. Can`t wait to see even more pictures of him. And once Ginger calms down I would love to see pictures of them together.
Older cats seem to adapt to kittens better than other older cats. When I brought Lucy home at about 10 weeks I had 3 other older cats in the house, only my Siamese mix hissed at her but then they adapted to her unless of course she was being ornery and then she got put in her place but they never attacked or try to hurt her.
 
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Dyana.....so thrilled for you, T Hanks, and Ginger!!! I know he will bring many, many smiles to your heart and Ginger will adjust. FWIW, I've always found it's usually easier to bring two in at a time, if possible. They play more together and leave the older cat alone, generally. But you have to be comfortable with whatever you are doing.

I think the meds from the worming shouldn't cause diarrhea. I'd check with a vet. He might have parasites, as well, which do cause smelly diarrhea.
 
I took Ginger out for another walk, and "convinced" her to go to my elderly neighbor's house, where we visited and Ginger felt pretty comfortable. She was sitting next to me on the couch for quite awhile, while I munched on Christmas Cookies :) Yum.
My neighbor does have a fondness for cats, and I hope she doesn't mind them on the couch...

I left the baby out and about and when we got home, he came out from the kitchen and I believe he was through the little hole that is at the bottom corner of the cabinets between the sink and the dishwasher. I don't want him hiding in there, so I put a crumpled up paper bag in the hole for now.

I did weigh him before I left and he is 3 pounds and 4 ounces.

Poor Ginger. She had a hairball on the carpet (that's where she always deposits them), but DBF put all litter boxes downstairs in the basement, and I had the basement door closed.

When I came home, the little one ran into the kitchen after me, like he was used to being fed, and so I opened a can of FF and put out two bowls, and they both looked at each other, and Ginger hissed.

I took Ginger's bowl (which had Kitten kibble in it) and put it in front of her, and the kitten went to his food, and they ate (looking at each other the whole time) about 7 feet apart.

I guess, I'll try to call the lady I talked to yesterday, about the diarrhea.
The baby has been drinking lots of water at least. I saw him drinking lots of water at the PetsMart and he still is. Puts his paws in it, sometimes.

I am boiling a ham bone to make pea soup, and he was looking up at the pan where the smell was coming from and seemed about the jump up there. I told him "no". I better go.. as the kitchen is unguarded..
 
Congratulations on the new addition Dyana! T Hanks is just a little love! Fingers crossed that intros go smoothly with Ginger. It looks like you were feeding them together, and that's one of the tricks we use when introducing a new foster to the herd. Does the adoption group provide a free vet visit voucher for adopted kitties? I know ours does, and you can take your new pet in to get a basic check up for free at several local vets. Hopefully the diarrhea is just tummy upset from the food changes, etc.
 
Welcome, little T Hanks! You are so cute! Dyana, it sounds like Ginger is making some sort of effort. The kitten may well worm his way into her heart. I've never had a kitten, so can't give any thoughts there, but it sounds like others have good advice. And if one thing doesn't work, you can try another. Good luck with getting the diarrhea under control.

Hugs to you, scritches to Ginger, and scritches to T Hanks. Why do you want to rename him?

Ella & Rusty
 
What a cutie! Getting them to eat close together is a good sign!:joyful::joyful: I agree w/ Ella, T Hanks is a great name, knowing the story. You could just call him Hank.

I think the reason you keep getting that image icon is that it has to be the URL for just the jpg. You are putting in the link to the Photobucket page w/ all the extra stuff around it. I could open it in a separate tab using the right click technique, but i don't know how to get to just the image on Photobucket. I could walk you through linking to Picassa photos, but I don't know Photobucket.
 
Ginger was at the closed bedroom door, hoping it would open and didn't know that the baby was behind her. He got withing 18 inches and she saw him and hissed. He just layed down and relaxed and let her hiss.

Carolyn (CD and Big Mac) sent me the link to J.D.'s whole 20th Birthday Condo (not just the You Tube, but with all of your posts). I told her that I would change the link in a bit, but in the mean time, I watched the You Tube and tears just bathed my face. As I was watching it, Ginger jumped up into my lap and onto my desk.
Such a mixture of emotions today.

I feel like I am happy about the squirt, monkey, stinkey boy, but feel guilty that I am not thinking about J.D.
:( at the same time.

I called the rescue group, and they said to feed him the food that he is used to only for the next couple of days or until the diarrhea clears up. If it's not cleared by Tuesday or Wednesday, then take him to the vet.

So that's the story.
 
Fortiflora is safe to use for kittens. I found a pdf from the company w/ FAQs:
Is it safe to use FortiFlora in puppies, kittens, or pregnant animals?

Yes. The probiotic in FortiFlora can be safely given to young or pregnant animals and has been shown to help establish a healthy microflora balance in puppies and kittens.
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Such a cutie! I think Ginger and T are going to get along just fine. Thanks for posting the pics!
I like the black patch on his leg.
Paula
 
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Swooooon. He is adorable. Kitten lust here. Sounds like T Hanks and Ginger are doing exceptionally well. She will have a lot to teach him and it looks like he's already learning. Love his response to her hiss at the door. Excellent.

Dyana said:
Such a mixture of emotions today.

I feel like I am happy about the squirt, monkey, stinkey boy, but feel guilty that I am not thinking about J.D.
:( at the same time.
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Understandable, Dyana. Just keep in mind, "squirt, monkey, stinkey boy" is J.D.s gift to you. He knew what you needed and *waving magic wand* there was little T Hanks. Everytime you smile at the little imp, everytime you feel happy that he's home, J.D. is nodding his head "yes, mama, that's how it should be. You'll always love me. I know that. But you can love Mr. Stinky Pants, too. I approve."

We are thrilled for you and even more thrilled for T Hanks...

Marilyn and Polly
 
pollydoodle said:
Understandable, Dyana. Just keep in mind, "squirt, monkey, stinkey boy" is J.D.s gift to you. He knew what you needed and *waving magic wand* there was little T Hanks. Everytime you smile at the little imp, everytime you feel happy that he's home, J.D. is nodding his head "yes, mama, that's how it should be. You'll always love me. I know that. But you can love Mr. Stinky Pants, too. I approve."



Marilyn and Polly
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This is absolutely true. JD is the one that sent him to you so he is very happy for you. don't you worry. big hugs
 
Dyana said:
Thank you. I do have a little bit of a smile in my heart.
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I'm just thrilled for you!!!


pollydoodle said:
Understandable, Dyana. Just keep in mind, "squirt, monkey, stinkey boy" is J.D.s gift to you. He knew what you needed and *waving magic wand* there was little T Hanks. Everytime you smile at the little imp, everytime you feel happy that he's home, J.D. is nodding his head "yes, mama, that's how it should be. You'll always love me. I know that. But you can love Mr. Stinky Pants, too. I approve."

We are thrilled for you and even more thrilled for T Hanks...

Marilyn and Polly
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yes! marilyn is wise! :woot: (i can't figure out these icon! but it says this is "woot" so i'm going with it.

Love all the pictures! keep them coming.

have I mentioned that i'm just thrilled for you!? :bighug:
 
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I think the kitten may be limping on that front leg with the black spot on it. It's hard to tell because he scampers around, but it looked to me like he was favoring it, and he was holding it up.
Wish us luck at his first vet visit in 25 minutes from now.

He did have a shaped poo, today.
 
Just catching up - this warms my heart to the core! It must be an emotional time for you welcoming T Hanks and still holding J.D. close to your heart. Do not feel guilty. Let the little kitten lighten the load and know J.D. is smiling down on you. HOORAY FOR POO!! :woot: Hope vetty visit goes well.
 
He reminds me of J.D. as he looks like him. I was wondering if it does the same thing for Ginger, or if they see beyond coloring.

He had an xray and there was no break, just some soft tissue damage on his middle toe.
He got some Metacam (even though I don't like that) and an anti-inflammatory called Naxcel.

My vet's office was elated that Dyana Keen got a new kitten! and my vet said I made her day, today :)

I am to keep his activity restricted for a week. Which will be cage restriction while I'm at work and while I'm sleeping. He can come out for some activity in the mornings before work, and the evenings after work.

He was playing with his round plastic dinner plate sized toy with the mouse that goes around and around as he bats it, with Ginger sitting watching him, just 3 feet away.

He sure eats a lot.
He's sleeping now.
 
That's a great report from the vetty. Vines for his toe. And Detective Poo is glad to see he had a formed poo. Poor little guy, he's been through a lot the past couple of days. I'm sure he'll be at 100% very soon. He sure fell into a tub of butter, coming home with you, Dyana. :)
Liz
 
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He sure fell into a tub of butter, coming home with you, Dyana. :)
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well he sure purrs up a storm. I think Ginger is getting used to him. I hope he doesn't cry tonight. Last night, I grabbed a blankie and was preparred to lay next to his cage, but I hate a hard surface to lay on, and just didn't do it.
If I had a little harness, maybe I could put him in it and hold the end of the leash to keep him "contained".

Off to bed for us (and cage for the baby).
Good night.:bighug:
It is so nice to have a smilie in my condo, that I mean.
 
Hi Dyana,
I'm very glad that T Hanks is feeling right at home and that Ginger is OK with his presence. Have a wonderful evening with your kitties,

Hugs and scritches,

Ella & Rusty
 
Awesome reports for him and I'm glad it seems Ginger is getting a bit more used to him.

Gracie sprained a foot when I had her less than 24 hours. We had to do the same as you and she healed just fine. Rambunctious kittens.

I firmly believe that our GA kitties sometimes send us another kitty to love. I'm 100% positive my GA Maxie sent me Tobey. I bet JD sent you this little one.
 
Dyana, this is so wonderful. He is adorable, and I know JD is very proud of himself for finding him for you! I'm glad all went well at the vet. Sounds like a typical little boy - playing too hard! :bighug:
 
OH MY GOODNESS, DYANA!!!! He's precious and I'm so happy for you (and Ginger!) and little man. Glad to see the betty visit went well...healing vines to his toe! :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug: Congratulations, Dyana! I think J.D. would be so happy that you're giving your love to Ginger and a J.D. look-a-like. ;) J.D. always knew he was a handsome cat! ;) Give the little man scritches from me and Shasta and lots of love to Ginger!
 
Dyana, I am so happy for you. He is just the cutest thing ever. Gotta love the kittens! My cat, Cleo (GA) also had some damage on her foot from jumping off my couch when she was a tiny kitten. I guess it happens all the time since they are so much more rambunctious than older cats. I'm glad things seem to be moving in a positive direction with Ginger and the new baby. Slow is good and in no time, they will be buds.
 
I just want to pick him up out of the screen for cuddles and play - keep the pictures coming you know that we can never get our fill of cuteness around here! Good to hear that Ginger is settling already. Another indication that it was meant to be :cat:
 
Squeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee! Great pictures. He is so stinkin' cute. I agree. We need more pictures! Gotta watch this little boy grow.

Marilyn and Polly
 
Hmmm...I thought I posted but maybe I was just reading the thread and forgot:oops:. Congratulations on your precious new little one! I'm so happy for you, and what a sweet face! I hope Ginger will warm up to him soon. Then we can see some pics of them cuddling maybe? I hope his toe is feeling better. It makes my heart happy that he is helping you heal and smile again. I know it's hard and you are still grieving too, so I'm sending a few more hugs:bighug:.
 
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