I've been taking care of special needs cats for 9 years. I rescued my first cat from the street while she was suffering from pemphigus, which finally won the battle 8 years later. I adopted another special needs cat from Austin Pets Alive 5 years ago. He is a super senior with diabetes. In the meantime I've also fostered other cats with diabetes as well as blind kitties or with kidney disease. I recently fostered kittens for a few weeks and still currently foster their retired mom. Before the pandemic hit I had been volunteering at APA! for years, at the cattery first, and then on behalf of APA! at AAC, assessing all cats on site weekly. I know a bit about cat behaviors and signs of illnesses. I also live with two doggos that I take care of when they are not all over their official momma: a big lab/Golden mix and a tiny maltese/poodle/chihuahah mix. I also take care of my friends' tiny dogs occasionally, including medication and special care.