I sympathize, femme

But I tell myself it's a week or two of aggravation, more than balanced by her living a good, long, happy life.

and a fine tooth comb will tell you if there are any of them to worry about. Chances are the shelter isn't infested, but if she's a real sweetheart, she might have infested the other cats in the area, so a treated towel in the shelter might help them. Any lice were going to find you distinctly unpalatable, so just washing the bedding will do to make sure there's nothing hiding in there to jump onto a cat.

I love to see the sweet ones get homes because I know how grateful they'll be. Rescued adult cats are the best.

But that's reassuring about the eggs not dropping everywhere. The vet suggested the mycodex spray, but I hope it's overkill. She does seem to like other cats--her first instinct was to touch noses with one of mine, before I was able to shepherd her into the bedroom.

At least she's going to be okay.

Here she is dropping lice eggs on the comforter:

LOLOL

Hugs to you for what you've done for this poor little baby. And I'm so happy to hear you aren't going to have to shell out a lot of money to the vet.

Ours has owned the house for 14 years.

Have you considered sending them to Mar a Lago?

are you still adopted or is she going to be going to someone else? She looks like a real beauty once she gets everything settled. I am so happy she will be OK.

But if I find a good home for her, that's a good outcome for her as well. No one locally seems to know her, so I don't think anyone will claim her as their lost cat. (I posted her on social media.)

It's possible that Mr. Femmedem will say no, but we lost one over the summer so we have a little room at the inn.

to get him to buy into keeping her.

Come to think of it, that has worked in the past.

a nice chunk of dough and could cover vet costs, YEAH BABY!!

Meanwhile, “I wish I had known about the lice before I invited her onto my bed. But hey, that's what washing machines are for” - no no, femmedem, never EVER throw your kitteh into the washing machine!! (ha ha, I kid I kid)

As I noted before, look at the EARS on that gal!!!

Looking forward to a picture of lil sistah all spiffed up and varmint-free!!

Convenia, baby, it’s a beautiful thing!!

I’m so happy for y’all (can you tell?!!)

It’s not uncommon for domesticated cats to turn up in feral colonies, either because they’re lost or because someone dumped them there. We had one recently show up in a colony another volunteer manages. This cat turned out to be chipped and was an indoor cat who got out six months ago and had been the subject of a frantic search by her owners. Be sure to have your stray scanned for a chip.

I imagine it's standard for the vet to check for a chip, but I'll make sure. I did post her on social media and check through months of lost cat photos on our animal control dept. page, but unless someone abandoned her, someone somewhere is missing her.

One of my cats escaped a few years ago. There were sightings in the neighborhood for about a week, then superstorm Sandy hit, and no one saw him again. But someone did keep pulling down the lost cat fliers, so to this day I sometimes look for him in apartment windows.

What a cutie!

Your vet rocks, BTW.

No, just kidding. I don't really want to think of her lice every time I say her name.

Yes, my vet is awesome! They had just gotten a $20,000 donation for this kind of work, so this girl picked the right time to get sick.

She’ll model for you for a drawing?

Thanks for the update.

I'm laughing at your remark, "Here she is dropping lice eggs on the comforter." Too funny: Clearly, you are a true cat lover. I hope your black and white ball of fluff turns into a wonderful (and lice-free) companion. I suspect she will and I look forward to more pictures soon.

I'll have to make a special effort to draw her.
I'm currently working on a painting of Mr. Femmedem.

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because she's been hurting. I think her true name will reveal itself once she's feeling back to normal.
But one of my friends saw a photo of her and instantly named her Mattie Mae, so maybe that will stick.

You’re a very good human for that act of supreme kindness! May good karma find you as a result! 😺

but it's usually just a worm or a stink bug. I'm happy to be able to save this girl.

...after it rains, so they don’t dry up and die once the sun comes out.

Wonderful creatures.

That’s how the world becomes a better place😎😺

So glad she's doing better and getting what she needs.

You are a wonderful person for taking the time to take care of her and get her what she needs.

Sorry about the lice, ew.

We need millions more of you. ❤️

And I love that your vet had a way to help you and kitty help. Good luck to everyone!❤

Thanks for rescuing your projects.

🙏

For helping her. After washing the comforter, dry it in the dryer on high. Heat kills lice & nits. You can even use a hairdryer on things you cannot wash.

Thanks!

She is beautiful!
Thank You
❤️

Even down to the mattress cover. Put it in a plastic bag and take it to the nearest laundromat. Wash it in hot water, then dry it on the hottest setting. That's what we had to do for bedbugs.

So advice from people who've been there is great.

Can't wait to see a pic of her when she's doing much better!

exist.

Best wishes to you and your new pal.

Regarding the lice, a good hot wash and a hot dryer should kill any eggs on the bedding. Carpet can be vacuumed and the vacuum put outside if it's cold where you are?

Here is excellent info on getting rid of the buggers: https://liceclinicsnorthgwinnett.com/facts-myths-head-lice-treatments/

make each other’s hearts happy everyday!❤️

Perhaps it was this thread about lost cats that resulted in my bad dream last night of My tuxedo girl getting lost.

In the dream, she and I were taking a walk in the woods, with her on a leash - something we do not do as my cats are strictly indoor critters. As the dream progressed, she got away from me and ran so fast into the woods that I could not find her. I was frantic.

Dream cat showed up at the back door in a heavy rainstorm, meowing to be let into her house.

I sure was glad to wake up.

Once she is lice-free, give this girl a hug from me - . One for you, too.

And how sweet it must have been to wake up and find her safe with you.

...realistic that I wake up from them feeling exhausted.

As a lifelong cat lover I almost wept when I read your initial post. Thanks for the update. I'm so happy for both of you (except for the lice... ick). <3

about the cat that picked you. You have a beautiful, generous, spirit, and a kind, caring heart. Sorry you have some cleaning to do, but you have been her champion, and she'll be a lot happier and better off. Keep us, on DU up to date on her. Thanks for sharing, about that sweet kitty, and helping her.

So happy to read this good news. BTW, both you AND your vet rock.

So glad that you found each other and thanks for sharing your good news! I've adopted two kitties that I rescued from outdoors as well, one older and one a little kitten, and my Felix is still with me, it's been over five years and he's grown up into a beautiful cat. Rescued kitties are the best...

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Glad all things worked out.

But she's going to be fine now. And she's sure pretty.

And that the sweetheart is getting the care she so much deserves!