Success Story: Lola

This is Lola, a 5-year-old Snowshoe Siamese cat who is an indoor kitty. But, like many cats, Lola decided to test her nine lives with a great escape. And, as Fur Kids Foundation has come to learn, the great escapes never end well.

As Lola was cruising the neighborhood, she managed to get bitten by something. By the time Lola's parents caught up with her, they knew she needed to go to the vet. The vet found that Lola had an abscess that was infected. Abscesses are a common skin condition in cats, which often occur as a result of bites during fights but can also occur from other means, such as a cat running into a sharp object that may have bacteria on it.

Abscesses are often swollen, hot, and painful for the cat when touched. If they open, a thick yellowish discharge may be seen, and this will often have a foul smell. If an abscess does not open, the cat may become ill. In cats, an abscess is often hidden under the fur, and the first sign of illness the owner may see is that the cat is acting depressed and not eating. The cat usually has a fever. If the abscess is on a leg, the cat may limp. The cat may try to bite if the area is stroked or touched because the abscess is painful. Because of the pain, some cats may appear irritable or aggressive.

The vet thoroughly cleaned the area around the abscess and gave Lola some antibiotics so the infection would go away.

Lola’s dad is unemployed and her mom just getting back to work after being laid off and having a child, so they reached out to Fur Kids Foundation for help. We are happy to report that Lola is on the mend and up to her feline tricks.

Do you have an escape artist kitty? How do you keep your cat from getting out? Feel free to share your tips in our comments section or on our Facebook page. And, be sure to check out these five tips to keep your cat from escaping at Petsafe.

Fur Kids Foundation is grateful for the dedication of our volunteers and supporters who have helped local families stay happy and healthy, and together! If you would like to help Fur Kids Foundation continue to help families in Campbell County, Wyoming with animals, please consider making a tax-deductible donation. The money helps families during a time when they may not be able to afford adequate veterinary care. Check out more Success Stories.