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LubeJobs42 03-05-2009 10:48 AM

Update on Gina the miracle kitten!
 
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I guess they deleted the old thread, i can't find it. Gina is doing well. tomorrow is 5 weeks she is in the vet. It's getting close to where she will be able to go to a good home very soon. Gina is going to need a little extra attention but I assure you she is worth it. Gina is still not able to pee on her own but there is a good chance that will be changing as she is getting more feeling back all the time. Her tummy needs to be presses to help her empty her bladder. One good point is she won't pee all over the house. I received over 250 emails and PM on her condition. Several people inquired about adopting her. I would keep her but I'm deathly allergic. I have invested thousands of dollars in her and she is worth every dollar. Now we need someone special to love her. The people at the vet adore her! They said they never had a kitten in there that purred so much or as loud. When Renea goes to visit her everyday, Gina jumps up and sticks her nose through the cage when she hears her voice. She pushes her head against your had so you pet her. She is an absolute love! I have never been a cat person, I'm a dog lover but Gina is a miracle kitten that has made me look at cats differently.
My wife said she will deliver her to who ever adopts her. Please let me know if you have any interest.

De Stroper 03-05-2009 10:55 AM

Nice to hear that she is doing well:ernaehrung004:

DareDevil 03-05-2009 10:57 AM

:ernaehrung004: COOL,,,good news Gino !!!!!:ernaehrung004:

Thanks for the update ,,she is looking alot better !

BOATMAN302 03-05-2009 10:58 AM

Great job, its good to see that another one was saved. Some people just dont have any compassion for cats. I have 5 indoor cats and when people come into my house they dont even know there is one in there. To me its just like having kids. Again great job. Bruce

LubeJobs42 03-05-2009 04:52 PM

She's a little shy with all of the hair missing off her backside!

DareDevil 03-05-2009 05:01 PM


Originally Posted by LubeJobs42 (Post 2814955)
She's a little shy with all of the hair missing off her backside!

Women,,,,,,as soon as there butt is exposed ,,they get shy.LOL:grinser010:

10x 03-05-2009 07:04 PM

Gino, that's great news. It's ashame that you are allergic to cats. She would be your best friend. You are her guardian angel.

H2Xmark 03-05-2009 07:16 PM

im glad to see a few kind hearted people left in this world, we need more people like Gino around,
Mark R

Hot Knots 03-05-2009 09:32 PM


Originally Posted by H2Xmark (Post 2815070)
im glad to see a few kind hearted people left in this world, we need more people like Gino around,
Mark R

x10000

DareDevil 03-05-2009 10:12 PM


Originally Posted by AB From Windsor (Post 2815187)
That is good news about Gina but Gina is still a very sick cat that needs special care. I know that many on hear are giving you all kinds of accolades for what a great thing you have done for this cat and all the money you that you have personally spent on vet bills, which I am sure, is at least a couple of grand, if not more. Gino, your compassion for this injured cat is very commendable but the money could of been better spent on the needy. I once heard a story able a person on this site that was once down and out and needed some dry clothes for himself and needed to find a place to stay for the night when some old person that he had approached while he was picking through the garbage, offered him a room for the night and some clean clothes, when he know that this young and person wouldn't be able to find shelter for the night. In the morning this poor old guy made this down and out person breakfast or something like that and wished him luck. The down and out person said he would never forget this poor old mans kindness and generosity and even looked for him when he was on his feet again, later on in life. I have nothing against cats but in these very troubling times where people are losing jobs, homes and are struggling just to feed their family. I really thing that the money you spent on Gina could of been spent on some very needy families, shelters for the homeless instead of a critically injured cat. I haven't heard anybody on here say that spending that kind of money on this cat was ridiculous when there are many needy people who may be living on the street and going through garbage cans to get something to eat, and that is troubling. What would they have said if your name wasn't Gino and if you didn't own the Mercedes boat? It is your money to do what you want to do with it but what you have spent on this cat would of feed a whole family for at least a month or two. That would of really been something to cheer about. I think that it would of been more humane to put this injured cat out of it's misery instead of having to press it's blatter so that it can urinate and who knows what else will be wrong with it down the road. Will Gina be able to walk or run later or just continue to suffer. Just my 2 cents.

I appolagize for chiming in !!!!

The money spend on this kitty prooves a big heart and i think that Gino also helps people all the time ,,so please don't talk chit like that ,,because nobody tells u that the money u spend for being an OSO member could go to a charity aswell !!!

LIVE UP GINA !!!!!!!!


Just my 2c.:mad:

tx911 03-05-2009 10:14 PM

AB from Windsor you may have like 1000+ posts , and I may wave like 2-, but you sir are an A-hole.
I do not know LubeJobs42, but I am sure he earned his thousands to spend on this cat, and he can spend that how he sees fit. I also bet someone with this much compasion for a animal he owes nothing to has done more then his fair share to help out his fellow man.
I do not generally get involved in posts like this, but you response to someone going above and beyond just plain pissed me off.

tx911 03-05-2009 10:16 PM

Daredevil you where just a little faster on the keyboard then I, but I am glad to see I am not the only one that feels this way.

LubeJobs42 03-05-2009 10:21 PM


Originally Posted by AB From Windsor (Post 2815187)
That is good news about Gina but Gina is still a very sick cat that needs special care. I know that many on hear are giving you all kinds of accolades for what a great thing you have done for this cat and all the money you that you have personally spent on vet bills, which I am sure, is at least a couple of grand, if not more. Gino, your compassion for this injured cat is very commendable but the money could of been better spent on the needy. I once heard a story able a person on this site that was once down and out and needed some dry clothes for himself and needed to find a place to stay for the night when some old person that he had approached while he was picking through the garbage, offered him a room for the night and some clean clothes, when he know that this young and person wouldn't be able to find shelter for the night. In the morning this poor old guy made this down and out person breakfast or something like that and wished him luck. The down and out person said he would never forget this poor old mans kindness and generosity and even looked for him when he was on his feet again, later on in life. I have nothing against cats but in these very troubling times where people are losing jobs, homes and are struggling just to feed their family. I really thing that the money you spent on Gina could of been spent on some very needy families, shelters for the homeless instead of a critically injured cat. I haven't heard anybody on here say that spending that kind of money on this cat was ridiculous when there are many needy people who may be living on the street and going through garbage cans to get something to eat, and that is troubling. What would they have said if your name wasn't Gino and if you didn't own the Mercedes boat? It is your money to do what you want to do with it but what you have spent on this cat would of feed a whole family for at least a month or two. That would of really been something to cheer about. I think that it would of been more humane to put this injured cat out of it's misery instead of having to press it's blatter so that it can urinate and who knows what else will be wrong with it down the road. Will Gina be able to walk or run later or just continue to suffer. Just my 2 cents.


Listen, I don't want to be rude, but I don't need you to tell me what I should have done with my money. If I want to take my money and throw it off a bridge, burn it or spend it on Gina is my purgative! You made your last comment about putting Gina down so she could stop suffering. She has not suffered one bit since I adopted her. I have spoke to my vet and others around the country as to her expected quality of life and under the circumstances she will live a normal life and give a lot of love to whoever is lucky enough to adopt her. For your information, I give plenty of money and time to different charities. Infact I probably give more on an annual basis then a lot of salaries! I am also a part owner of a non-profit company that helps single moms on welfare. For you to come here and second guess what i choose to do with my money really pisses me off. What gives you the right to lecture me?
Why don't you tell us what you have done?? I can give you a list of what I do that will make your head spin! keep your .02 cents to yourself or better yet, give it to one of your charities!

masher44 03-05-2009 10:35 PM

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Hereare some of my crew that I feed every week. 12 or 13 come by and eat and only 3 or 4 come inside. I spend a bunch of $$$ just feeding them and getting them fixed. My girlfriend calls the lake house "Cat Town". AB needs to get Fvcked and donate some of his money the way he sees fit. Great Job G!Glad there are other thoughful people out there! Hope you find a home close to you for Gina!
My one big white one is the badass of the hood. He shows up and eats, hangs out a while and always has battle scars. He must battle with everyone and protects the herd. He is about 20 pounds of muscle and I would hate to see the other cats or whatever he beats on.... :angry-smiley-038:

DareDevil 03-05-2009 10:46 PM


Originally Posted by LubeJobs42 (Post 2815214)
Listen, I don't want to be rude, but I don't need you to tell me what I should have done with my money. If I want to take my money and throw it off a bridge, burn it or spend it on Gina is my purgative! You made your last comment about putting Gina down so she could stop suffering. She has not suffered one bit since I adopted her. I have spoke to my vet and others around the country as to her expected quality of life and under the circumstances she will live a normal life and give a lot of love to whoever is lucky enough to adopt her. For your information, I give plenty of money and time to different charities. Infact I probably give more on an annual basis then a lot of salaries! I am also a part owner of a non-profit company that helps single moms on welfare. For you to come here and second guess what i choose to do with my money really pisses me off. What gives you the right to lecture me?
Why don't you tell us what you have done?? I can give you a list of what I do that will make your head spin! keep your .02 cents to yourself or better yet, give it to one of your charities!

NO 1 CLASS !!!!:ernaehrung004:

candyman35 03-05-2009 11:18 PM

Gino,
GREAT JOB!!!!! We need more kind hearted people like you in this world. Hope you find her a good home.
Dan

Moving2Miami 03-06-2009 01:18 AM


Originally Posted by AB From Windsor (Post 2815187)
That is good news about Gina but Gina is still a very sick cat that needs special care. I know that many on hear are giving you all kinds of accolades for what a great thing you have done for this cat and all the money you that you have personally spent on vet bills, which I am sure, is at least a couple of grand, if not more. Gino, your compassion for this injured cat is very commendable but the money could of been better spent on the needy. I once heard a story able a person on this site that was once down and out and needed some dry clothes for himself and needed to find a place to stay for the night when some old person that he had approached while he was picking through the garbage, offered him a room for the night and some clean clothes, when he know that this young and person wouldn't be able to find shelter for the night. In the morning this poor old guy made this down and out person breakfast or something like that and wished him luck. The down and out person said he would never forget this poor old mans kindness and generosity and even looked for him when he was on his feet again, later on in life. I have nothing against cats but in these very troubling times where people are losing jobs, homes and are struggling just to feed their family. I really thing that the money you spent on Gina could of been spent on some very needy families, shelters for the homeless instead of a critically injured cat. I haven't heard anybody on here say that spending that kind of money on this cat was ridiculous when there are many needy people who may be living on the street and going through garbage cans to get something to eat, and that is troubling. What would they have said if your name wasn't Gino and if you didn't own the Mercedes boat? It is your money to do what you want to do with it but what you have spent on this cat would of feed a whole family for at least a month or two. That would of really been something to cheer about. I think that it would of been more humane to put this injured cat out of it's misery instead of having to press it's blatter so that it can urinate and who knows what else will be wrong with it down the road. Will Gina be able to walk or run later or just continue to suffer. Just my 2 cents.

WOW! I can't even believe that you criticized him for doing this? HOW CAN YOU MANAGE TO WALK WITH BALLS THAT BIG? Holy chit!!!

So, seeing that you are obviously the authority on how OTHER people invest their money in philanthropic causes, would you please fill us in on how many poor, down on their luck, desperate, and needy people you have taken in this year so far? Ever? I'd love to know how philanthropic YOU are, please...

You know, people can do a lot more for themselves than helpless, domesticated animals can, anyday...and in every situation...especially a kitten...!

People can ask their friends for help..can an animal?

People can find their way to a shelter...can an animal?

People can get public assistance programs and food stamps...can an animal?

People can always find a way to help themselves (if they WANT to...)..An animal doesn't have that option..

That being said, cats (especially kittens..), are very loving animals, love to make your day brighter, play with you, and are some of the friendliest creatures on eart...

That is CERTAINLY a lot more than some people, for sure...

Oh, and for the record...I have 2 cats..Litter mates that are now 11 years old...When I come home in a bad mood, most of the time they cheer me up more than anyone else can...All cats know is that they love ya and are happy just about all the time! Can you say that?

What a scum sucking piece of chit you are...You should be ashamed of yourself for even opening your mouth like that...Take your extra $$$ (if you have any...) and support the causes that you want to support, and leave your condescending attitude at the door...There are people here like Gino that have a passion for animals, helping people, and just doing whatever they can to make the world a better place...What have you done lately?

I have never spoken to Gino, or anyone else on here really, so I am not bbiased at all...It just seems like he has more heart and class in his left nut then you will ever have...Kudos to you Gino...!

Finally, if you now feel like the piece of chit that you are and you want to make yourself and a few needy and helpless kittens feel a bit better, then go to www.puffypawskittyhaven.com and do something about it...Rick and his wife came out of the same mold that Gino apparently did...I know them both and they are WONDERFUL people...You should see what THEY have done...!

Nuff said...

:Whatever:

LubeJobs42 03-06-2009 07:05 AM


Originally Posted by Moving2Miami (Post 2815270)
WOW! I can't even believe that you criticized him for doing this? HOW CAN YOU MANAGE TO WALK WITH BALLS THAT BIG? Holy chit!!!

So, seeing that you are obviously the authority on how OTHER people invest their money in philanthropic causes, would you please fill us in on how many poor, down on their luck, desperate, and needy people you have taken in this year so far? Ever? I'd love to know how philanthropic YOU are, please...

You know, people can do a lot more for themselves than helpless, domesticated animals can, anyday...and in every situation...especially a kitten...!

People can ask their friends for help..can an animal?

People can find their way to a shelter...can an animal?

People can get public assistance programs and food stamps...can an animal?

People can always find a way to help themselves (if they WANT to...)..An animal doesn't have that option..

That being said, cats (especially kittens..), are very loving animals, love to make your day brighter, play with you, and are some of the friendliest creatures on eart...

That is CERTAINLY a lot more than some people, for sure...

Oh, and for the record...I have 2 cats..Litter mates that are now 11 years old...When I come home in a bad mood, most of the time they cheer me up more than anyone else can...All cats know is that they love ya and are happy just about all the time! Can you say that?

What a scum sucking piece of chit you are...You should be ashamed of yourself for even opening your mouth like that...Take your extra $$$ (if you have any...) and support the causes that you want to support, and leave your condescending attitude at the door...There are people here like Gino that have a passion for animals, helping people, and just doing whatever they can to make the world a better place...What have you done lately?

I have never spoken to Gino, or anyone else on here really, so I am not bbiased at all...It just seems like he has more heart and class in his left nut then you will ever have...Kudos to you Gino...!

Finally, if you now feel like the piece of chit that you are and you want to make yourself and a few needy and helpless kittens feel a bit better, then go to www.puffypawskittyhaven.com and do something about it...Rick and his wife came out of the same mold that Gino apparently did...I know them both and they are WONDERFUL people...You should see what THEY have done...!

Nuff said...

:Whatever:

Thank you!
I read this guys post before I went to bed and I was so mad I don't think I slept 2 hours all night. I can't believe the nerve some people have!

offshoredrillin 03-06-2009 07:15 AM

Come on guys, take a deep breath. Alan/AB was one of the first to pony up and send some money when I was doing the fundraiser for Bobby B. I do believe his heart is in the right place, just as Gino's is.
I do understand that each of them have a differing opinion on an animals suffering, and can respect it. after all we have all heard stories of the "crazy" cat ladies that have 65 or so cats and loves them all, but cant afford to feed them. so is she helping them or hurting them?
anyhow, I think Gino has the right to spend his money his own way, as I think Alan does as well, just because their opinions differ, i don't think it makes either one less compassionate.

lets not bash the ones that really do help out others, animals or human.

gharp 03-06-2009 07:17 AM

Gino, you have a huge heart, wish there were more people like you. AB is a loser , should be poofed. forget about his comment. find a nice home for Gina,

LubeJobs42 03-06-2009 07:28 AM


Originally Posted by offshoredrillin (Post 2815325)
Come on guys, take a deep breath. Alan/AB was one of the first to pony up and send some money when I was doing the fundraiser for Bobby B. I do believe his heart is in the right place, just as Gino's is.
I do understand that each of them have a differing opinion on an animals suffering, and can respect it. after all we have all heard stories of the "crazy" cat ladies that have 65 or so cats and loves them all, but cant afford to feed them. so is she helping them or hurting them?
anyhow, I think Gino has the right to spend his money his own way, as I think Alan does as well, just because their opinions differ, i don't think it makes either one less compassionate.

lets not bash the ones that really do help out others, animals or human.


HE IS COMPLETELY OUT OF LINE! It's the 2nd time he made negative comments. Who is he to criticize what I do?

C_Spray 03-06-2009 07:38 AM

Any act of charity and/or kindness is always appropriate. Everyone has their own particular causes, and the right to support those causes. This should be a celebration, not an argument. AB - You have a right to your opinion, but it should be deleted from this thread and posted elsewhere.

Thank You to all who donate to charitible causes, regardless of their nature.

I am overjoyed to see Gina doing well. Bless you, Gino. Do NOT lose any sleep over this.

offshoredrillin 03-06-2009 07:54 AM


Originally Posted by LubeJobs42 (Post 2815337)
HE IS COMPLETELY OUT OF LINE! It's the 2nd time he made negative comments. Who is he to criticize what I do?

I'm not disagreeing...just because someone has the right to say or do something, does that mean it is the right thing to say or do it? Don't belittle the acts of kindness and generosity in your life by comparing it to others. Words are just words. people make negative comments all the time, dont let it bother you.

DareDevil 03-06-2009 08:13 AM


Originally Posted by offshoredrillin (Post 2815355)
I'm not disagreeing...just because someone has the right to say or do something, does that mean it is the right thing to say or do it? Don't belittle the acts of kindness and generosity in your life by comparing it to others. Words are just words. people make negative comments all the time, dont let it bother you.

:rolleyes:

kennyo 03-06-2009 08:14 AM

Typical liberal. Personally I couldn't have done it if I wanted to for lack of funds. True, there are more pressing things the money could have gone to. The fact is Gino, it IS your money. Do what you want and don't feel bad.
AB, sometimes you need to keep your thoughts to yourself.

Pat D 03-06-2009 08:28 AM

Bottom line.......
This whole subject was started by Gino and his telling his "new story" about his experience with this cat.
Someone else didn't start it by giving their "opinion", and he didn't ask for any.
I could go on, but will keep it short.............
I think it's time we give the German a break and give the weekly stupid trophy to a Canadian.

Gino, do NOT lose any more sleep over this guy
Pat D.

LubeJobs42 03-06-2009 08:48 AM

Could the money have gone to other things, absolutly. I didn't only do this for Gina, I did it for myself. It made me feel good to do it. The day I saw Gina nearly broken in half, trying to crawl away with the front half of her body and the rear half just dragging it broke my heart. I have spent my life avoiding cats due to how deathly allergic I am. I have been in the hospital no less then 20 times for reactions to cats (this was by far the worst reaction). When I saw how scared and how hurt she was, nothing else mattered at that time but helping her. When I first got involved, did I know what i was in for, absoliutly not! Had I known, would I have still gone forward... Probably!
So to say I did this for a cat, is really minimalizing the whole situation. It made me feel good to do it. From the hundreds of posts, letters, emails from people all over the place I can see that it made a lot of other people feel good also.

PS
IS minimalizing a word?? If not it should be!:drink:

AB From Windsor 03-06-2009 09:16 AM

Gino sorry that you felt that I offending you and all the others on this form, it was never meant to offend anybody. I don't know Gino except from what I have read on here and there has always been nothing but great things said about him. I never said how you should spend your money, I said that it is your business what you do with it. All I did was respond to a post that you had. Does that make me a fu..ing scumbag for giving my opinion, obviously with many of the members here that know you, it does. Many have said, just what have I done for others, the answer is as much as I can afford to do as I am not a wealthy person but do try to help others when I can. I try to help many seniors and disabled around where I live by cleaning their snow for them every time it snows and that has been a lot this year. I offer to drive them where ever they need to go, if they want a ride and let them know that I am there for them if they need anything. I try to help those in need if I can and have given to charity and so on but like I said I am not wealthy and am limited in what I can give in money but try to help in other ways that don't cost money. If you are on the street and down and out and come to me for some money to get a coffee, I always make sure I would give them more then just for a coffee and that is what I try to do in life as well as other things I do. What I said was just my opinion and I knew that I would get crucified for saying anything about Gino and Gina but all I did was state my opinion on this topic. Why should anybody take offence to that, since when is it a crime to state your feeling and respond to a post, isn't that a big part of what OSO is all about. Many don't know what I have done for others because I feel that it isn't necessary for me to tell anyone what I have done and who would care anyways. Some of you have already drawn your own opinion of me without knowing me which is OK as we all have are opinions and we all have the right to stated them, I thought. Gino I can't beleive that you lost some sleep over my post as it was not an attack on you or anyone else and I did say that it was very commendable, what you have done and for Gina. To those who have condemned me and want me poofed for stating my opinion on this form, so be it, it is your opinion. I make no apology for saying what I think about this issue on the OSO form.

DareDevil 03-06-2009 09:22 AM


Originally Posted by AB From Windsor (Post 2815436)
Gino sorry that you felt that I offending you and all the others on this form, it was never meant to offend anybody. I don't know Gino except from what I have read on here and there has always been nothing but great things said about him. I never said how you should spend your money, I said that it is your business what you do with it. All I did was respond to a post that you had. Does that make me a fu..ing scumbag for giving my opinion, obviously with many of the members here that know you, it does. Many have said, just what have I done for others, the answer is as much as I can afford to do as I am not a wealthy person but do try to help others when I can. I try to help many seniors and disabled around where I live by cleaning their snow for them every time it snows and that has been a lot this year. I offer to drive them where ever they need to go, if they want a ride and let them know that I am there for them if they need anything. I try to help those in need if I can and have given to charity and so on but like I said I am not wealthy and am limited in what I can give in money but try to help in other ways that don't cost money. If you are on the street and down and out and come to me for some money to get a coffee, I always make sure I would give them more then just for a coffee and that is what I try to do in life as well as other things I do. What I said was just my opinion and I knew that I would get crucified for saying anything about Gino and Gina but all I did was state my opinion on this topic. Why should anybody take offence to that, since when is it a crime to state your feeling and respond to a post, isn't that a big part of what OSO is all about. Many don't know what I have done for others because I feel that it isn't necessary for me to tell anyone what I have done and who would care anyways. Some of you have already drawn your own opinion of me without knowing me which is OK as we all have are opinions and we all have the right to stated them, I thought. Gino I can't beleive that you lost some sleep over my post as it was not an attack on you or anyone else and I did say that it was very commendable, what you have done and for Gina. To those who have condemned me and want me poofed for stating my opinion on this form, so be it, it is your opinion. I make no apology for saying what I think about this issue on the OSO form.

I think it was an atack against GINA, and reading your reply now ,,hey i just think u would let a cat or an other animal rather die then helping it ???? Thats how your post's come over !!! I think u are a graet person aswell for helping others ,,but why would u not help an animal ,,IF U CAN ?
We are the ones destroying there world not vise versa !!
So isn't it great if some of us give back something to the nature on this world ?
In my opinion ,if somebody doesn't give a chit about animals he does not give a chit about LIFE ?!

packinair 03-06-2009 09:53 AM

You are jumping on Gino over spending a few grand on a saving a kitten?? Then you need to jump all over just about every single member here for spending that amount in boat gas in a weekend, for new props, even on buying a boat.. you know how many families you could feed if you sold YOUR boat?? Why not call out haggin or dave scott for spending millions on boat racing?? Granted they each donate 10X more per year than most of us make to help others and have hearts of gold. I would be willing to bet that more than a few of members here have blown a few grand in a night at a strip club. Hell if I were Gino I would drive down to Dunn and have a diamond collar made for the cat just to spite your azz. I would be willing to bet Gino has done more to help people this week than you have all year..Take your negativity and stick it up your "i'm better than you" azz

DareDevil 03-06-2009 10:00 AM

OK,,,WOOOOOOOOOHHHWW,,,,,RELAX everybody please.

This thread is about GINA !!!!

just because i posted on here ,,dont make this an other bashing competition :rolleyes:,,,PLEASE.

Gino ,,keep us posted on the behalf of Gina and lets make this thread only for people that aprisiate what u did !!!


Gina and Gino ,,,ROCK ON !!!:ernaehrung004:

Scott

LubeJobs42 03-06-2009 10:34 AM

Spoke to the vet this morning and she is doing great. They may take her cone off. They are going to start some acupuncture and electrical stimulation on the nerve to her bladdar. If she dosen't respond to those treatments they have 2 options.

10x 03-06-2009 11:04 AM

Gino, man, you have a heart of gold. Gina is one very special lil kitty. For the rest of her life, will she remember that you have helped her??? You can bet your last dollar on that one.

That kitten did'nt asked to get hurt, if not for someone like Gino that cared about helping others and their well being, she probably would've died a slow painful death, something that none of us here would've wanted to hear about, let alone see happen.

IMO, any negative comments posted here are totally out of line. Negative comments were not ask for by Gino, and therefore in respect to him for all he has done, we should keep this post on a positive level. Afterall, this thread was posted to keep all of us that are interested in the healing of Gina, updated on her progress.

Even tho Gina is not a boating related topic, I want to thank OSO for keeping this thread up here where we all can follow it closely. Ya never know, Gino just may call his next boat "GINA" :ernaehrung004:

Moving2Miami 03-06-2009 11:11 AM


Originally Posted by LubeJobs42 (Post 2815494)
Spoke to the vet this morning and she is doing great. They may take her cone off. They are going to start some acupuncture and electrical stimulation on the nerve to her bladdar. If she dosen't respond to those treatments they have 2 options.

Hey Gino...not to hijack this thread, but there was a weblink in my original posting last night...If you reach out to Rick at Puffy Paws, he may be able to help you find a great home for her...that is what he does is adopt out unwanted and abandoned kitties...GREAT GUY! If you call him and explain the situation, I know he'd be very happy to help you...His organization also happens to be in Florida...

You are a saint and an angel for this poor cat...Trust, me...she knows it, too...!

:ernaehrung004:

LubeJobs42 03-06-2009 03:27 PM


Originally Posted by Moving2Miami (Post 2815516)
Hey Gino...not to hijack this thread, but there was a weblink in my original posting last night...If you reach out to Rick at Puffy Paws, he may be able to help you find a great home for her...that is what he does is adopt out unwanted and abandoned kitties...GREAT GUY! If you call him and explain the situation, I know he'd be very happy to help you...His organization also happens to be in Florida...

You are a saint and an angel for this poor cat...Trust, me...she knows it, too...!

:ernaehrung004:

THANK YOU SO MUCH!
Gina will be moving there next week!!

offshoredrillin 03-06-2009 05:59 PM


Originally Posted by LubeJobs42 (Post 2815764)
THANK YOU SO MUCH!
Gina will be moving there next week!!

wow, what a great thing with puffy paws!
my whole point in my post was we need to unite in what we do, it's cool to have and want different things, but as we have always done, lets unite against the thieves among us (dirt devil) and use our means for that. Lord knows I am outspoken on many things, but the people that know me know that I bend over backwards for them.
No one is not commending you for what you have done for her, but their will be people that see it different, ok, thats cool so lets move on. Realistically, An animals life has been changed by an act of kindness and if she is able to provide the same for a human family, who loses?
I personally think looking too deep into it and trying to justify it took over. But I have to say as a boater, I wouldn't be ashamed to have either one of you on my side, for the simple fact that regardless of the situation, you would both think logically and do what each of you perceived the right thing to do and weigh out the pros and cons.

LubeJobs42 03-06-2009 09:43 PM

Great day all around! The vet called us today at 4:45 to let us know Gina was able to pee on her own twice today. Our waiting has paid off. She will now be 100% normal. The surgey went grat and she is walking around without any issues.

Today I spent over an hour on the phone with the people from www.puffypawskittyhaven.com . What incredible people they are. They have over 150 cats and they never destroy an animal unles they are in severe pain and it's the only option. They take cats from all over, they have a lot of cats that are abused, abandoned, strays and hurt. They don't turn any away! They have another smaller attchment to the building for cats with Lukemia and Feline aids and other medical issues that need special attention (like Gina), those cats are not up for adoptions, they end up being their pets. I am very greatful to Moving to Miami for the referal!!
These people are completely non-profit. this is their passion. They are supported by donantions. I know quite a few of you offered to donate money for Ginas surgery. If you guys could send a donation to these people that do so much good, It would be much appreciated. I am going to help them on an on going basis.
They offered to take take Gina immediatly, even with her unrination problem. They actually have another cat with the same problem. Now that Gina is able to urinate on her own that will really make her adoptable.
Another few days in the vet to recover and Gina will be on her way. I'm very greatful how this turned out. If I would have taken another option that someone suggested, I would have regretted it for the rest of my life, wondering if I had made the right idea. :drink:

DareDevil 03-06-2009 09:55 PM


Originally Posted by LubeJobs42 (Post 2816028)
Great day all around! The vet called us today at 4:45 to let us know Gina was able to pee on her own twice today. Our waiting has paid off. She will now be 100% normal. The surgey went grat and she is walking around without any issues.

Today I spent over an hour on the phone with the people from www.puffypawskittyhaven.com . What incredible people they are. They have over 150 cats and they never destroy an animal unles they are in severe pain and it's the only option. They take cats from all over, they have a lot of cats that are abused, abandoned, strays and hurt. They don't turn any away! They have another smaller attchment to the building for cats with Lukemia and Feline aids and other medical issues that need special attention (like Gina), those cats are not up for adoptions, they end up being their pets. I am very greatful to Moving to Miami for the referal!!
These people are completely non-profit. this is their passion. They are supported by donantions. I know quite a few of you offered to donate money for Ginas surgery. If you guys could send a donation to these people that do so much good, It would be much appreciated. I am going to help them on an on going basis.
They offered to take take Gina immediatly, even with her unrination problem. They actually have another cat with the same problem. Now that Gina is able to urinate on her own that will really make her adoptable.
Another few days in the vet to recover and Gina will be on her way. I'm very greatful how this turned out. If I would have taken another option that someone suggested, I would have regretted it for the rest of my life, wondering if I had made the right idea. :drink:

THATS GREAT NEWS !!!:ernaehrung004:

GO GINA !!!

DonziChick 03-06-2009 10:03 PM

I'm glad everything worked out. If you were closer and I could adopt her, I'd try.


Gino I'm so glad you could help her out. I had a cat that died a couple of years ago that I adoped from KY. They didn't have any humane societies out there and she was such a sweet kitten that I brought her home. Even my mom, who hated cats, loved her. She was a great cat.

Anyway, enough rambling. Glad you could help out and I'm sure she appreciates it!

Moving2Miami 03-06-2009 11:10 PM


Originally Posted by LubeJobs42 (Post 2816028)
Great day all around! The vet called us today at 4:45 to let us know Gina was able to pee on her own twice today. Our waiting has paid off. She will now be 100% normal. The surgey went grat and she is walking around without any issues.

Today I spent over an hour on the phone with the people from www.puffypawskittyhaven.com . What incredible people they are. They have over 150 cats and they never destroy an animal unles they are in severe pain and it's the only option. They take cats from all over, they have a lot of cats that are abused, abandoned, strays and hurt. They don't turn any away! They have another smaller attchment to the building for cats with Lukemia and Feline aids and other medical issues that need special attention (like Gina), those cats are not up for adoptions, they end up being their pets. I am very greatful to Moving to Miami for the referal!!
These people are completely non-profit. this is their passion. They are supported by donantions. I know quite a few of you offered to donate money for Ginas surgery. If you guys could send a donation to these people that do so much good, It would be much appreciated. I am going to help them on an on going basis.
They offered to take take Gina immediatly, even with her unrination problem. They actually have another cat with the same problem. Now that Gina is able to urinate on her own that will really make her adoptable.
Another few days in the vet to recover and Gina will be on her way. I'm very greatful how this turned out. If I would have taken another option that someone suggested, I would have regretted it for the rest of my life, wondering if I had made the right idea. :drink:

Gino...I am really glad that it was such a great day! I'm certain that she will have a great life with Rick and his wife at Puffy Paws...Its people like you and them that give us all a smile and make us all feel good...In these times, that's pretty awsome!

Again, you were a hero to her!

On a side note, I see you are in South Florida...Once I tie up a few loose ends, I will be moving down there soon...I'll look ya up and buy ya a beer (or two...or thre..lol)

Thanks for helping the little critter!

Jay :-):ernaehrung004:


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