17 year old kitty

[catfeeder]

On 4/26/2022 at 7:31 PM, reinventmyself said:

Let's see if there's a compromise.

My heart goes out to you and Macy, Reinvent.

Thank you for giving this beautiful creature so many years of love and care.

It's shocking how hard the end of life of a pet can hit us, and I'm holding you both in my thoughts.

(((BIG HUG)))) and lots of love,
Cat

[reinventmyself]

10 hours ago, catfeeder said:

My heart goes out to you and Macy, Reinvent.

Thank you for giving this beautiful creature so many years of love and care.

It's shocking how hard the end of life of a pet can hit us, and I'm holding you both in my thoughts.

(((BIG HUG)))) and lots of love,
Cat

Awww. . .thank you.

She had her appt yesterday and I agreed to go ahead with the blood work up and urine sample.  Results on Monday and from there I get to decide what to do with the information.

She's the sweetest thing ever.  Her nickname being Peeps or Peepers.  Highest weight for her is 4lb.  She's the tiniest thing and instead of a typical meow, she her meow is nothing more than a little peep.

She wasn't happy with her exam and forgave me a few hours after being home.  She finally came out of hiding for some rubs, gently bumping her little nose to mine, as if she was forgiving me.  She just melts my heart.

[Andrina]

Unfortunately, sometimes animals aren't as expressive in exhibiting pain as humans are. It's a big worry that they suffer without us knowing. I'm very sad for your situation, which I will eventually have to deal with as well with my two cats. And have dealt with with former canine pets. Here is something I found on in an article on the Internet. Take care.

BEHAVIOUR SIGNS OF A CAT IN PAIN

Reduced appetite.

Lethargy.

Decreased interest in positive things like playing, social interaction and exploring outside. 

Being withdrawn and hiding away.

Appearing lame and experiencing increased sensitivity to touch in specific areas of their body.

Reduction in movement and activity.

Changes in behavioural patterns. For example, your cat may start to avoid doing things that they either know or think will cause them pain. They may no longer jump up onto beds or other raised surfaces due to the expectation that this will hurt.

Poor mood and temperament; increased irritability.

Vocalisation e.g. frequent unpleasant or urgent sounding meowing, groaning, hissing, growling.

When in pain, your cat may actively or passively avoid being handled by either moving away from people or behaving aggressively when approached or touched.

Decreased grooming in general or increased grooming but to a particular area (potentially leading to bald patches and/or sore skin).

 

[wealthydior]

Your cat is adorable. I hope she gets well soon. She is lucky to have you.

[Wiseman2]

[reinventmyself]

2 hours ago, Wiseman2 said:

Yup!

[reinventmyself]

The vet just called with Macy results and everything is good!   She is still crazy ravenous and drinking a lot more water, at the same time getting thinner and thinner.  These were all the same symptoms that had us in the vets office 2 yrs ago being diagnosed hyperthyroid.  But the vet said that super seniors tend to lose muscle mass and along with her recent weight loss, she understood my concerns.

I don't think my concerns were unfounded, at the same time recognizing I am in a little bit of a worry loop about other things in my life.  Nice to have some peace of mind that this furry little old lady can live out her life comfortably. 

 

[waffle]

I'm glad things seem to be going well . . . ?

Our kitty, I don't know what to think.  Last night and this morning there has been a lot of blood coming from the tumor near her eye/nose (she scratches at it a lot) and also out of her nose, I believe.  Just yesterday I confirmed our appointment at the animal oncologist, feeling optimist she'd make it, but today I'm not so sure.  I see some blood on the carpet about halfway up the stairs, too.  Fortunately this is not new carpet, ha!  She is sort of moping today.  But tomorrow could be different.  Maybe I mentioned this has been going on for several (3+) months.

When I was out of state the past couple of weeks, I had one of the kids staying at my house and apparently the cat had a couple days of looking and acting "sad" and not eating but then perked up again.  We never know what to expect day to day.

This is very stressful.  😞

[reinventmyself]

18 minutes ago, waffle said:

 

This is very stressful.  😞

No doubt.  It's such a non stop internal war wrestling to do what's best and heartbreaking all at the same time.  Hoping Kitty has a better day today.  ((hugs))