I hold the cat and pet it a lot. Then give it a special treat when I get it home.
Show your mom that cats aren't harmful at all, they're cute and friendly, and tell your dad that you can get a really healthy cat and if you take care of them, you won't need to pay for vet visits. Well, maybe the spaying/neutering, but sometimes if you show someone a cat, they'll like him/her enough to pay for that one visit to get him/her fixed.
It depends on your vet and why your cat would be in. You'll have to ask your vet.
I personally take my cat to the vet that he visits regularly and the usually have a board and care you can board them for the time your away. i use the vet considering they can catch up on immunizations or can handle any medical things that can go wrong while your away.
It sounds like this cat may be in need of a bath and a balanced diet to maintain a healthy weight. Regular grooming and visits to the vet can help address any underlying health issues contributing to its odor and weight.
Bring cat to vet.
find your closest vet that is not closed and take poor cat there
Your vet can do an ultrasound....
The vet might be keeping the cat against your wishes but it is probably in the best interest for the cat.
bring the cat to a veterinarian.. let the vet look at your cat and diagnose how is your cat's condition. the vet will tell you everything that you need to do with your cat based on the cat's condition.
take the cat to the vet
Take your cat to the vet immidiately.
Take the cat to the vet. Or at least ring the vet for advice; there might be a simple solution.