I was supposed to take Simba back for follow-up x-rays four weeks after his surgery but I had too many things going on that week so he went in on Wednesday. I was feeling some trepidation about it because he has been very active and the vet had laid it on thick that if the cage rest wasn't done correctly, he wouldn't heal. On Wednesday she was all smiles though, his leg is already fully healed. Apparently, cats at Simba's age can heal within four weeks and the redneck cat hotel treatment was effective and he was officially free to continue his cat life, a week earlier than I'd expected.
She showed me the x-rays taken just after the hardware was installed and compared them to now: he had some ugly cracks in the bone and gaps where the surfaces were joined but that's all gone now. I couldn't get pictures of his x-rays but this is what was used to join his fracture: it's called a String of Pearls and it's adjustable and held in place with six bone screws in his case.
It will remain in his leg for life, unless it starts bothering him. He still limps a little but is able to be a normal kitten again and he's really loving it!
Kitten zoomies in progress.
He still has to outgrow the weird haircut look
The canvas roof of the redneck cat hotel is a perfect wrestling ring to have fun with his brother Batman.
The diarrhoea that he had has resolved since I changed his diet to one for sensitive stomachs so he probably has a lingering sensitivity from the infection and painkillers that he was on, but I expect him to outgrow it.
When Simba had his accident, I told his owner that I didn't think he could come back to him since his own mother had been the cause of the fracture and he agreed with me. My neighbour's teenage son Simon regularly went to see and play with the kittens after they were born and always wanted Simba but his mother said no because they can't afford his upkeep. I made an agreement with them that Simba can stay with Simon and I will cover his expenses. Simon has been helpful with feeding all of my cats when I'm at work and really wants Simba. This means that he'll still be around and very much a part of my household but he also gets his very own human slave instead of having to compete with my cats. He's a very people-centred little guy and I think that it's a good arrangement for all. I will arrange for Simba to be neutered and vaccinated some time soon.
Hopefully there will be a little peace for a while. I'm really grateful to everyone who contributed to help me cover the costs of this. As we say in my country: Aluta continua!
That's such great news. He's a beautiful fellow.
Yes it is! I'm so relieved! He's a lovely fellow in every way
He must be so relieved to be out! Good all is going well.
Nice Agave and pot on the first photo :)
He's loving it 😄
It's funny to see it now: this was when I bought it, December 2020, 12 cm pot
what a love for an animal
They are worth it
Simba has a long, beautiful tail with soft fur. In Indonesia, this type of cat is usually owned by the Persian cat type @nikv
His parents are definitely not Persian but maybe somewhere in the past there was a Persian or Turkish Van cat
Great news! Even though I missed the bit what happened. Sounds serious either way.
My cat broke his leg after falling from the balcony... on the second floor. The vet literally laughed because he never heard of a cat breaking a bone from such a low height. In my cats defence, he's a bit chubby. (for context, my other cat would jump down there without a second thought, I could probably hop down there myself without issue XD) I'm sure yours was far more serious, but I think the new hairstyle is quite chic. No need to be embarassed!
I was told that Simba fell off the carport roof while fighting with his mother. It wasn't high but he fell and went splat rather finding his feet so in a very short fall, a cat may not have time to reorientate themselves to land on their feet and then fractures are very likely.
The haircut is very Moe from the 3 Stooges to my eye
This is my understanding too, yeah! He didn't jump down there, he slipped. All the difference, I guess!
Well we moved to a balcony-less apartment now so, worries over in our case. Maybe consider wrapping Simba in bubble wrap in the future XD
The vet said that a bone heals back stronger and it's my belief that cats are mentally healthier when they can do cat things so I think I'll just try and insulate my bank balance a bit XD
So happy to hear the good news! Simba is such a strong cat.
Thank you! what amazes me is how good natured he has been throughout this ordeal
I'm so glad to see that Simba is doing well and free to play again. I like his "tunic top with leggings" outfit. 😄 .... but as a guy, I'm sure he would not appreciate my comment.
That is very sweet that you are allowing him another human at your expense, but I'm sure your neighbor's son won't forget that easily as his life goes on. Simba and Simon.... I like it !
Haha, now that you mention it, his haircut is rather like that. Men in leggings are always a bit iffy, imo.
There comes a time when you realise that there are simply too many cats in the house and I think having a creature to love and care for is good for every child.
Wow! Simba recovered and got healed very fast. Good for him. And he’s having a new slave too! This cat must be very special. Glad that you could rest and life becomes more calming again.
He is a very special little cat. Thank you for your help too!
Sounds like a great outcome! Great that Simba is healthy.
A luta continua, vitória é certa meaning,
'The struggle continues, victory is certain. '
You forgot the second half of that saying 🙂
Have to say, nothing is certain
I love happy endings. Got one ongoing here with our latest rescue.