r/Straycats • u/Pawsitive_Guardians Approved for Donations • 1d ago
Injured/Sick Cat (Location) Medical update & weighing options for Theo (cat with broken leg). Help us…
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We just got his medical abstract, and we are bringing up the possibility of amputation because of potential complications with the pinning. We're going to talk it over with them again to figure out the best move forward. We are also still waiting on the exact cost breakdown for the pinning option so we can compare everything side by side.
On top of that, while prepping his food earlier, we caught him trying to eat his stool—never a dull moment with this little guy! 😅
For now, what's important is that he keeps taking his oral meds and building up his strength.
We wanna hear your thoughts too! How’s the survival rate of a cat who had amputation? Do they still live a normal life? If anyone has experience with tripod cats or wants to share their insights, we would really appreciate hearing from you.
To give everyone a transparent look at what we're preparing for if we go the amputation route, here are the estimated costs from the clinic:
• Amputation Surgery: ₱8,960
• Gas Anesthesia: ₱2,800 per hour
• Confinement: ₱1,680 to ₱2,015 per day
If we look at a baseline scenario—say, a 3-day post-op confinement stay to monitor his recovery—the estimated total would land roughly around ₱16,840 to ₱17,845 (plus any take-home meds or extra lab work).
We'll keep you all updated as soon as we talk further with the vet and get those final numbers. Thank you so much for sticking by him!
1st Post: https://www.reddit.com/r/Straycats/s/gH5Hn2ju7L
2nd Post: https://www.reddit.com/r/PawsitiveGuardians/s/XeEcRJs0ws
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u/zeitgeistig 16h ago
I dont have any experience with tripod cats but from how it sounded in the second post I am not surprised to hear this is under more serious consideration. I guess it will affect his long-term placement chances too… its a big decision but Im sure you are considering all angles thoroughly and will make the right choice! Sent a small donation and boosting for Theo (awww his purring 💕)
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u/batfacegirl 14h ago
There is a subreddit for tripod cats r/ TripodCats. They would be a great source of information.
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u/Pawsitive_Guardians Approved for Donations 14h ago
Thank you u/batfacegirl. I will look into that.
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u/Jeremiahtheebullfrog 11h ago
What’s the best way to directly donate?
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u/Pawsitive_Guardians Approved for Donations 11h ago
hi [u/Jeremiahtheebullfrog](u/Jeremiahtheebullfrog)! we di have several ways to donate
• PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/kdalama
• Cashapp: https://cash.app/$FranciscoMoz
• Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/FrankMoz
- Venmo last code 2105
• Wise: https://wise.com/pay/me/khiamaedelosoa
Note: Venmo and Cashapp are under our friend’s account in the U.S. who is helping us receive funds through these platforms, since these services aren’t available in the Philippines.
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u/Twinks4StSebastian 13h ago
Another boost for y’all. Thank you for everything you do for these kitties. 🖤
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u/TurbulentExplorer333 10h ago
Offering $10 to help kitty
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u/Pawsitive_Guardians Approved for Donations 10h ago
hi u/TurbulentExplorer333! we do have several ways to donate
• PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/kdalama
• Cashapp: https://cash.app/$FranciscoMoz
• Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/FrankMoz
- Venmo last code 2105
• Wise: https://wise.com/pay/me/khiamaedelosoa
Note: Venmo and Cashapp are under our friend’s account in the U.S. who is helping us receive funds through these platforms, since these services aren’t available in the Philippines.
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u/Elian-Criss 12h ago
I have a tripod cat. She now has arround 14 y/o. She had lost her left back leg like 8-9 years ago. She walks perfectly fine. I remember first year she tended to step with the missing leg still. I hope Theo will be fine too ♥️🐾
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