I have a kitten that is acting so bad that I want to have her put to sleep.Can a vet do that at a young age?

Question

Now before you frown on me ILL tell you briefly why.Me and my girlfriend bought a beautiful Persian a few months ago,at a discount.What we found out was that she doesnt like to walk around.When she does she jumps on my bed, and pisses on my bed and pillow. We feed her and give her all the love and affection that any cat could get.When we go near her she hisses at us that she about to go to the bathroom right there.When we walk by her,she will go into a violent rage of straching and hissing before going to the bathroom all over.We have taken her to the vet a few times to see what the problem is,but they don't know what it is.Let me say that I've had other cats,and I never had this much trouble in my life.I invested thousands of dollars on her,and Im at my wits end.So my question still stands.Can I have my kitten put to sleep.I don't wan't to however I'm out of option.Also that I exceeded the time to get my money back from the pet shop.I have other stories but im out of space.Thanks

Answer 1

Have you had the kitten checked out for a urinary infection? She might be in pain, reason why she hisses at you. Urinating in other places besides her litter box can be a sign of an infection.

I guess any vet will put down an animal if they get paid, but mine won't for behavioral problems only for medical problems where their quality of life is diminished.

Maybe you can just put her up for adoption? For some reason, she just doesn't click with you, she may with someone else.

Good Luck.

Answer 2

drop her off at a humane society...they'll find her a good home. do you not spend enough time with her? every cat has it's own quirk and acts different...don't put her down just cause yu can't handle her. Or put a FREE PERSIAN add in the paper...someone else will snatch her up so quick, then it's not your problem. Just don't tell them the problems you had. Pet Shop pets usually come from mills(yes there is such a thing as kitten mills) and are not socialized. so that might be the problem, the next time you decide you want a kitten go to a hman society or rescue group, if your breed specific ask your vet about a recommended breeder.

okay this might souns mean...but try locking your ct in the closet for a little while...make sure there's h2o, usually they get scarred and love attention afterwards, it's worth a shot. YOUR NEVER OUT OF OPTIONS!!!

Answer 3

Wow, the receptionist you talked to sure doesn't know how to word things. The upper respiratory vaccines (FVRCP) come in pre-dosed vials. We don't measure out each individual shot. Every cat, no matter what age, gets the exact same amount of vaccine. There was NO chance of her getting an "adult dosage". What they meant was that she was entered under the computer records as having got an adult cat vaccine, so the computer thinks she's an adult cat that got a 1 or 3 year vaccine, not a kitten that needed another booster in 3 weeks. Any reminders that would have been sent to you via mail to remind you that she needed her booster kitten shots won't be coming. Don't worry! She didn't overdose! As for the reaction, I'd check with your vet and let them know how she reacted after the last vaccine. FVRCP is a pretty safe vaccine, usually, and pretty important, if she has any contact with other cats. However, if the risk of reaction is greater than the risk of infection, don't do it. And get her scheduled for that booster. The hospital screwed up, and if she needs an additional booster (if she's gone too long between vaccines), ask the hospital to pay for it. Good luck!

Answer 4

Have you considered taking her to a local animal shelter? It can be difficult and require a lot of work dealing with "problem" animals and local shelters often have a lot of experience with them. I am not sure how much it costs to put an animal asleep but I believe it is free to drop off an animal at most shelters. There may be someone out there who wouldn't mind having her(or him) as an outdoor pet so why not give it a chance at being adopted out and save yourself a little money :) Having worked at a pet store for nearly two years I assure you that many shelters also have persian type cats for adoption(around $50 in my hometown) that are already fixed, UTD on shots and vet checked. You and your girlfriend may consider one of these since they are quite a bit cheaper and can look just as beautiful as a purebred. I hope this helps, even if it doesn't answer your original question about having the kitten put to sleep!

-vsbrinkman

Answer 5

There are specalized groups that are trained and more prepared to take on this type of animal then humane societies or animal shelters. If you go and drop her off at just a shelter - she will probably either by adopted by someone who may abuse her because of her behavior. Or be put to sleep because she is unadoptable.

I don't know what area you live in - search the web for your city and county to find the groups near you that can help you.

This cat sounds like she has been through something. That is learned behavior - not just something that they are born with. She needs to be in a healthy environment so that she can get better.

Just because you are unable to handle her, for what ever reason, doesn't mean she needs to be put alseep. There are societies out there that can help you - who are trained in cat behavior and can help her adjust and thrive in a home environment. There are a lot of special needs animals out there and a lot of people who would love to take them in - all you have to do is find one near you and call.

Answer 6

How awful. That is just wrong! You need to take the cat to a no-kill shelter so they can find someone that has the patience and can work with the cat.
This cat has been traumatized and just needs lots of patience and TLC. It is quite easy to find solutions but just takes alot of work. But in the end she can be a very good pet.
Buying a pet from a breeder or pet store is not a good idea anyway, but I hope you don't get another pet.

Answer 7

Don't put her to sleep just because of her behavior. She is a kitten and will be a little crazy sometimes, she needs time to adjust to the new home and new people. If you don't want her then give her to an animal shelter so they can take care of her. Her life should not be ended because of an ignorant owner who is too lazy to take it to an animal shelter where it can live happy, don't end this kittens life just because it does bad things.

Answer 8

did she come from a pet shop? it sounds like either she's been "farmed", or not socialised enough from a very young age. Or worse comes to worse, even a brain tumour can cause irrational behaviour, but that would be for a vet to work out.

some cats just won't be cuddly. maybe see if theres a cats protection league or someone similar nearby with experience with troublesome cats or feral cats who can point in the right direction of socialising her to be less afraid.

if theres nothing medically wrong, a vet may be unwilling to put her to sleep.

Answer 9

While I do empathize with your frustration, I don't however agree with your decision to put her to sleep. Have you thought about putting her up for adoption or sending her to the SPCA for them to put her up for adoption? To sentence her to die just because she has behavioral problems just seems so inhumane. Since you don't really want to, maybe you can try other alternatives like finding someone who knows how to deal with problem cats. She has the right to live too. PLEASE don't end a healthy life without trying other humane alternatives.

Answer 10

Killing the animal for behaivoral problems is not the answer. Contact a local rescue and get her placed with people who have the time and expertise to help her out of her lack of socialization.