27 Feb Vet bill appeal to end Daisy’s nagging earache
Earache sufferers know only too well the nagging pain that can penetrate every waking hour and it’s fair to imagine that cats experience similar discomfort. For Suffolk cat Daisy, relief from painful ear infections should soon be on the way, with an urgent appeal launched to help pay for much-needed vet care.
Soon after coming into care at Cats Protection’s Anglia Coastal Branch, specialist vets realised that six-year-old Daisy was enduring recurring ear infections caused by multiple growths and polyps deep within her ear canal. The only course of action was for a total ear canal ablation (TECA) to rid her of constant pain and irritation.
Large vet bills are part of everyday life for a cat charity, but some specialist cases call for additional support. To help pay for six-year-old Daisy’s medical care, Cats Protection has launched a JustGiving campaign to raise £2,000 for the essential operations to give this sweet rescue cat relief from her nagging earache.
Lynne Pothecary, publicity officer at Cats Protection’s Anglia Coastal Branch, said: “Specialist treatment comes with a price tag and for Daisy this will be over £2,000. We can only help cats with the generosity of our local community and this is where we need your help.
“Despite her obvious discomfort, Daisy is a laid-back girl who loves attention. We appreciate any donation to help fund her ear operation, so that this darling cat can have a better life.”
Daisy faces partial deafness after surgery but is likely to make a full recovery. Not only will her earache come to an end, she can look forward to pain free life with a caring new owner.
Lynne said: “Cats adapt to all sorts of disabilities, so we are hopeful that Daisy will enjoy a full life with a caring family who understand the needs of her new life.”
Rehoming a special needs cat requires only a little extra consideration of their condition and help to adapt to their environment. Daisy could benefit from being an indoor cat, depending on the level of hearing loss, as hard-of-hearing cats can fail to hear dangers such as cars and other animals.
Each cat has individual needs, so speak to a vet to learn how best to cater for deafness. Further advice is here: https://www.cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/disabled-cats/deaf-cats
In many cases, it can be difficult to tell if a cat is deaf. As well as a failure to respond when called, symptoms can include being easily alarmed, dizziness or disorientation, and shaking their head or clawing at their ears. As always, if in any doubt, consult a vet for advice.
To donate to Daisy’s appeal for essential medical care, visit her JustGiving campaign:
https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/anglia-coastal-catsprotection-daisy
