Something Or Nothing

[Rallentando]

I have just discovered a black spot rather like a small hole just under the left eye of my beautiful tortoishell Lucy. It is not painful but i am really worried as to what it could be. She is an indoor cat so it's nothing she could have contracted outside.
I really want to take her to a vet but she is a feisty madam and it is impossible to get her into the carrier. She is off like a rocket even before she sees it. How can I transport her without using force? Suggestions welcome. Thanks in advance

[seekeerz]

Can I suggest that you place your cat carrier somewhere in full view, put something snugly in it and just leave it for Lucy to become accustomed to it ....admittedly this may take quite some time but eventually she may become blasé about it rather than bolting when you even think about it !!

I realise his doesn't help the present situation but down the track you might have a head start

[Ratty2E]

If she is the sort of cat you can get to sit on your lap/next to you for a cuddle then I would suggest placing a large thick towel ready on the sofa or your lap then once she comes to you, envelop her in the towel and quickly put her in the carrier. You might want to wear long sleeves and thick gloves just in case.

[seekeerz]

Ok how old is Lucy ? I can't imagine what this could be perhaps another Aber has more insight

[Rallentando]

Thanks to all for taking the time and trouble to answer my question about Lucy. Went to the vet on my own, explained position, and was advised to wait for a week to see if any changes have taken place. If so I really do have to take it from there.

[Prudie]

Oh I was going to suggest could you e-mail a photo to the vet and just go along yourself. I've always had female torties and yes they have a feisty reputation! If it comes to it I can only see force as an option, aided by a large towel (and perhaps a pair of gloves). Good luck.

[kvalidir]

We made a cat bag for one e had who could be got into a carrier. It's a simple large circle of material ( about 4ft round) with a hem all round with a cord running through it. Stick it on your lap, wait for the cat to come for a snuggle and then surrepticiously sort of snuggle it up whilst pulling the draw strings and you end up with your cat suspended in a comfy sort of purse and your hands well out of the way on the strings. That was a stray Calico as well called ' Precious' of all things ;/