Marty – the end of a stray

Before we tell you about Marty we want to share two things. The first is that he is the saddest cat we have seen in a while… and the second is that every moment you spend reading this, could be his last. 

So if you find solace in praying, pray for Marty.

It was Sunday in a small Eastern Europe town, pleasant weather, happy people, nothing unusual except a dying cat.

Ginger fur caked with dirt, ribs poking through his skinny sides, unable to stand – he was noticed at his last possible moment by a local volunteer rescue, and immediately taken to a vet.

 

Infected and already necrotising wounds covered his body, blood tests signaled worrying news – severe anemia, sky-high leukocytes, an active infection.

We may never learn what ripped Marty apart, we only know that his life is in our hands now. We know that he was slowly dying while nobody noticed. 

Marty was critical but there was no 24-hour veterinary care in the small town. He needed intensive care and constant observation, which could not be provided where he was. This is when we learnt of him yesterday. Our local volunteers traveled through the night to collect him and take him to one of the best clinics on the Balkan peninsula.

At 03:00 this morning Marty was finally in intensive care and in OUR CARE!

A team of experienced veterinary doctors are fighting to save his life.

The fight, however, is not easy.

Marty is unable to maintain normal temperature and is being warmed up additionally. His body temperature is only 34 ℃. Haematology & biochemistry tests indicate serious functional changes in his kidneys and liver. Marty is throwing up blood, and there is blood in his urine..

Every moment may be Marty’s last.

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UPDATE March 20, 2015

We’ve been to see Marty. Good news – he is still with us. Bad news – he is a very complicated patient.

Most emergency recovery approaches are unfortunately not applicable to him because of the terrible state of his liver and kidneys. The vets cannot at this moment determine if the problems are acute or chronic. Prolonged starvation and dehydration could provoke such condition – echo-positive liver, high levels of ALT, severely inflamed teeth and gums.

Marty is on an IV drip to resupply his body with water and electrolytes. He is also on two antibiotics.

He was given food, however he did not keep it. Parenteral feeding, done via feeding tube inserted into the esophagus, is not possible because Marty’s throat is one large wound, full of puss. He is also not stable enough to be sedated for the administration of gastronomy tubes, which could deliver food direct into his stomach.

The problem with not eating is the possible development (or worsening if he’s already got it) of hepatic lipidosis, “fatty liver disease”, which befalls starving cats.

So.. all in all.. This buy zolt ambien online gentle cat is one big mess. Keep him in your thoughts.

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UPDATE March 20, 2015

Marty is fighting.. He is receiving a blood transfusion as we write. It is done slowly over a few hours to ensure the process is controlled at all times, because even though the blood is tested and confirmed for compatibility, there is a chance of allergic reaction.

 

Marty’s condition continues to be precarious. He has hypocalcemia, decreased calcium levels, often reported in critically ill patients. Calcium is involved in critical cellular processes including the regulation of vascular and myocardial contraction. Calcium was administered intravenously, again under constant supervision, very slowly and over a few hours, since the procedure poses a risk for the heart.

We cannot promise you that he will be alright, but we promise you that we will do everything possible to save him.

Please help us save Marty by donating for his medical and hospitalization bill.
Don’t let this be the end of a stray.

 * Please follow Marty´s updates at our page, Let´s Adopt Global**Let’s Adopt! Global is a 501c3 charity and your donation is tax deductible.  All funds will go towards Marty’s care.  Any remaining funds will go to support our other rescues.

CRITICAL UPDATE March 22, 2015

We spent yesterday and through the early morning hours with Marty. There were some improvements overnight but other signs are showing serious problems. He was able to eat today and held his food down (finally). His temperature was also up and holding for the first time. However, his breathing is becoming labored. Sadly, Marty is still not stable. There was a little more optimism today, though.

At the moment, it’s going to be hour by hour; one step forward, one step back. Marty, we’re all by your side, buddy! Come on, Marty!

MARTY HAS LEFT US.. March 23, 2015

It is with a heavy heart that we share with you that Marty has passed. He gave up his fight and we are all devastated.

He had quickly become adored by his medical team, by us, and by you.

Marty didn’t die in the streets alone and beaten. He passed quietly in a warm place with people who cared for him. An ultrasound and blood tests all revealed severe problems with his kidneys and liver. We were hoping it was reversible but it just couldn’t be stopped. A hard life, his injuries, and neglect were just too much for us to fix.

We were too late for Marty.

Marty was the kind of cat that only those who are lucky ever get to meet. He was gentle, kind, and comforting to those around him.

We gave Marty a peaceful end to his hard life and we will never forget him.

Thank you for caring about Marty. For giving him a chance.

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