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JACKSON GALAXY, THE CAT, FIGHTS FOR HIS LIFE

Wed, 2012-09-12 15:26 — Robin Olson

SEE END OF POST FOR IMPORTANT UPDATE

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©2012 Robin A.F. Olson.

Jackson's not well. He's been off for a few days. He's still eating, but otherwise he's depressed and keeps to himself. He's been sleeping on my bed, which is odd, yet nice. The odd part is that he stays there day and night.

I couldn't put it off. I had to have Jackson checked by Dr Larry. Something was wrong.

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©2012 Robin A.F. Olson.

Jackson's sensitive when his abdomen is touched. Last time I took him to the Vet, he was cranky but we couldn't find anything wrong without doing expensive tests. I decided to wait it out and hope for the best. Jackson was doing fine until a few days ago when he got quiet. This cat really chats up a storm and for him not to even meow signals that there's trouble.

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©2012 Robin A.F. Olson.

I got Jackson in to see Dr. Larry this morning.

Jackson's temp was 105.1°F.

It was not easy for Super-Deb to even get his temperature. The moment Deb started to work on Jackson he started to growl. When Dr. Larry came in to examine Jackson he didn't even want to be touched, though only moments before Dr. Larry entered the room, Deb and I were getting head-butts and purrs from him.

 

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©2012 Robin A.F. Olson.

 

We decided not to mess with Jackson, but rather to leave him be and discuss what we think might be going on. You know I had a virus run through my house a month ago and two weeks ago Spencer was very sick. Perhaps this is a virus that will run its' course?

Nicky attacked Jackson a few weeks ago and scratched his face rather badly. The wound was treated and is healing but maybe I missed a puncture and Jackson has an abscess? That would explain his fever..but Jackson's white. You'd think any boo-boo would be visible?

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©2012 Robin A.F. Olson.

That leaves us with having to run tests. This is were I get shaken to my core. We just can't afford a lot of tests and Jackson needs help NOW. To even get blood from Jackson, he's going to have to be sedated. He's just too angry or in too much pain or both and it's the safest thing to do for him and for the staff at Dr. Larry's.

 

We need to do: Blood work, Sedation, IV catheter (to help break his fever), X-rays to find out if he has an injury or internal problem plus exam and boarding costs. Then we start praying he doesn't need to go to the ER Vet if the IV has to stay in place after hours because we can't afford it and the ER Vet doesn't do payment plans.

 

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©2012 Robin A.F. Olson.

 

We REALLY NEED YOUR HELP to provide care for Jackson.

We can't give him what he needs and I'm terrified of what is to come. Please if you would considering contributing to this Emergency ChipIn for Jackson I would be so grateful. I'm trying not to ask for a lot, but I'm guessing just today will be over $600.00 with our discount.

 

Your donation is TAX-DEDUCTIBLE as my rescue, Kitten Associates is a 501©3 Non-Profit Cat Rescue.

If you'd prefer to send a check, please make it out to: Kitten Associates and please note on the check the funds should go to "Jackson's Big Heart" mail it to:

Kitten Associates
P.O. Box 354
Newtown, CT 06470-0354

Any funds not used for the care of this family will go into our General Fund.

If you can't make a donation, you can help us by getting the word out. Every dollar helps and every Re-tweet or FB Share does, too. THANK YOU for caring about Jackson!

 

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Sept 12 6:49 PM EST UDPATE:

Jackson's heart is big, but in a bad way. Dr. Larry fears a serious problem. Jackson's breathing is labored so they're holding oxygen near his face. Jackson's crying. I'm crying, too. We looked at the x-rays and you could see that Jackson's heart is HUGE with a swollen lobe off to one side. Jackson's lungs have a strange pattern, not exactly pneumonia and probably not cancer.

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©2012 Robin A.F. Olson. Jackson's heart should be 2-3 ribs wide, not 4-5.

We were faced with what to do next. Jackson MUST have an echocardiogram ASAP. He must be in a cage with oxygen, too. Dr. Larry can't do those tests so we had to drive Jax about 40 minutes away to the VCA Shoreline Animal Hospital.

I called Katherine, my dear friend at Animals in Distress. She and I have been working on finding Jackson a home. I called her, crying. I didn't know what to do. I had to find a way to come up with the money to help Jackson. She offered to pay for the echo, which is nearly $500.00. She told me not to worry. Thank God I have friends like her.

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©2012 Robin A.F. Olson. You can see Jackson's heart bulging and misshapen from fluid.

Sam got the car running and cranked the A/C. I paid the bill for Jackson. It was $540.00, then we made our way to Shoreline with Jackson riding shotgun.

Jackson cried and was struggling to breathe during the trip. I was in the back seat frantically texting people updates. We were all trying to guess what was going on, but we didn't want to know, too. That x-ray was shocking. I started to fear I was going to have to put Jackson down.

Dr. April, a cardiologist, did Jackson's echo tonight. She went over the results saying without any hesitation that Jackson is in Heart Failure brought on by the anesthesia he got this afternoon. He was teetering with it before but this pushed him over the edge. They were treating him with lasix to see if he would resolve some of the swelling around his heart.

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©2012 Robin A.F. Olson. Getting Oxygen before we run him to Shoreline.

 

Bottom line, Jackson has HCM or Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. It's VERY difficult to diagnose without doing an echocardiogram. Jackson's probably had this for a long time. Jackson's probably not 2 years old-more like 5.

 

I'll go into more detail about his condition, but it leaves us in a very sad place.

I do not know if Jackson will be with us in the morning. It's up to him and the treatment. He did look a bit perkier when we said our farewells to him, but we really won't know anything for awhile.

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©2012 Robin A.F. Olson. Jackson meowing. A bit perkier. Maybe a sign of hope?

 

Will Jackson have a future? I don't know. Will he be adopted? Probably not. Did Jackson find his forever home with us? I don't know, but I DO know we love him and hope he comes home tomorrow feeling better.

 

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Sat, 2012-09-29 13:42 — Catnonymouse (not verified)

update?

What's the latest?

Sun, 2012-09-16 11:46 — Rachel S (not verified)

This is heartbreaking. I've

This is heartbreaking. I've sent out word to my friends, but I am unable to donate at this time. I so very wish I could, but what little I had had been donated at the start of the month. Please, keep us updated on how he's doing. Is he doing any better now? All I can do is hope for the best for him. Get well soon, Jackson!

Sat, 2012-09-15 22:25 — Laurie (not verified)

I wish I could help

Of course I'm praying for you both. I'd like to pass on a way I've found to get by in hard times and care for my pets. There's a "credit card" called Carecredit. They pay your vet bill and you have6 months to 2 years interest free to pay off, depending on your credit score. Google it. Many vets contract with them. 

Sat, 2012-09-15 11:46 — Joan Flores (not verified)

Jackson

I am so sorry to hear about sweet Jackson. I went through this last year with a gorgeous 5 year old former feral who had become one of my loved family members.  I knew when I could pick her up with no problem that something was seriously wrong.  My thoughts are with you and Jackson.

Sat, 2012-09-15 04:48 — Phil Velasquez (not verified)

Jackson

I am hoping for the best for Jackson, he is a young cat yet.  I can see him pulling through.

Fri, 2012-09-14 21:35 — Catnonymouse (not verified)

Update--please

Please give us an update.  I wished I could adopt this awesone cat, but live too far away.  I so hope he has survived trhe last day.

Fri, 2012-09-14 16:10 — Kittymum (not verified)

Jackson

I just lost my 5 year old Bailey to Cardiomyopathy, he was playing well and I went out for no more than 45 minutes and came home to find him head, and he was an indoor cat. Broke my heart and I am still hurting over the loss of my little one. Please don't let jackson suffer...

Purrs, meows and puddy hugs for all the very best

Tia

Fri, 2012-09-14 14:03 — peaceweaver (not verified)

Jackson and Robin

Robin,

Please know that we are sending healing energy and prayers to Jackson and you. Bellana, one of our female companions says Jackson could be her twin. I have been through intense health situations with my feline companions.  Hoping for as little suffering as possible for all of you.

Fri, 2012-09-14 11:14 — Snowy (not verified)

Hi Jackson

Hi Jackson,

Scampering in this morning to see how you are feeling.  Hopefully better today being home.  

I hope you are getting ham with your pills - Amber says they taste best that way.  

We are both furry lucky kitties to have been rescued from the streets and shown human love and compassion.  

We're all purrin and prayin for you to feel better.

Snowy

Fri, 2012-09-14 09:29 — Cherry City Kitties (not verified)

We're purring for the best outcome...

Our hearts and purrs are with you and Jackson. We are hoping for the best outcome.


Harry, Dexter and Tipp

Fri, 2012-09-14 07:14 — Skrupilis (not verified)

Sending Human Mojo (positive thoughts) for Cat Mojo

Dear Jackson Kitty,

I am sending all the positive thoughts I can muster your way so that you have a speedy recovery.  I hope your treatments will make you healthy and I hope you also are adopted and find your forever home.  Trust me pretty kitty.  If I were close to you I would adopt you and make you my baby boy.  I've always wanted a pure white cat to take care of.  

 

Lots of Love,

Stacy K

Thu, 2012-09-13 23:33 — ellen (not verified)

Jackson

I'm so sorry to hear about Jackson. I'm sure this is a very scary and stressful time for all of you. Unfortunately, I can really relate, especially this week. I came home last week to find my baby Simon laying in the middle of the livingroom - unable to get up because of his rear leg. He was fine not 12 hours before - no limp. After spending a week at the vet fighting off a massive infection in his leg joint - 3 different antibiotics, anti-inflamotories, pain killers and force feeding, he was diagnosed with a mass on his kidney and has cancer. There is little that can be done, so I've brought him home to love him until it's time. This week has cost me $2000 - which I didn't have. I can't pay my mortgage and I had to take out a credit card with an incredibly high interest rate to try and provide him with the care he needs. I have no regrets about any of this, I just don't know how I'm going to be able to pay for any more medical help for him. It's so terrible when you have to make a choice between money and the health of your pet. Makes me feel horribly guilty. Your Jackson is such a beautiful boy and I so hope that he gets better. I will keep him and you in my thoughts.

Thu, 2012-09-13 22:51 — paula elaine walker (not verified)

Jackson and his heart

Please don't think of euthanasia as a last resort. Thank your lucky stars you have that choice and don't HAVE to resort to watching him suffer. I was a vet tech for 27 years and there were times I absolutely could not wait to put an animal down, and yet we had to wait and wait and wait for the owner to call and give permission.It was torture. I was so thankful for the animal to be able to do that for them. Please think of it as a blessing for Jackson if that is what it comes to. When an animal can't breath without oxygen, it is a horrible death for both of you. Have you thought of renting a bottle of oxygen to keep on hand at home in case he gets into distress all of a sudden? Like during the car ride to the other vet. Please consider doing that for him.

Thu, 2012-09-13 22:11 — Amanda (not verified)

come on Jackson, you can make

come on Jackson, you can make it! (:

Thu, 2012-09-13 21:42 — mio's mom (not verified)

So sorry

So sorry to hear about Jackson.  I have tears in my eyes.  I just lost my beautiful Mio, a 5 year old tuxedo cat I found as a kitten, to the same thing.  It was so hard to see such a vibrant friend go downhill so fast.  To make things worse, my 11 year old chihuahua/min-pin mix has just been diagnosed with the same thing.  I know I will do my best to keep her confortable to the end.  Good luck - hug him for as long as you can and kiss him often.

Thu, 2012-09-13 21:36 — Phoenix (not verified)

So Sad

I shared numerous posts to help find this handsome boy a home--so sorry he will probably end his days in rescue.

I've lost two boys to HCM at the age of two--don't put him through the horror of not being able to breathe, if it gets to that.

Thoughts, tears, and prayers...

Thu, 2012-09-13 21:09 — Biscuit (not verified)

Good luck, nice Robin lady!

Hi Robin - I remember you and your page from when you rescued Sockelganger! I really hope Jackson comes through this. I have a big white cat with HCM and he's going strong after 5 or 6 years. Fingers and toes crossed for handsome Jackson.

Thu, 2012-09-13 20:46 — Abi (not verified)

Warmest wishes to Jackson!

I don't know much about veterinary medicine, but when people have CHF, we try to get as much fluid out (with diuretics like furosemide), use ACE inhibitors like captopril to help reduce blood pressure, prevent cardiac remodeling, and help renal blood flow, use oxygen to help with breathing, and sometimes use nitroglycerine to help reduce the poor heart's workload. You seem like a really good, caring cat mom! I sent a little bit of money, and maybe the vet can show you ways to administer drugs to Jackson yourself to help keep costs down. I don't know if Jackson's catheter is for urine collection or drug administration, but they might be able to show you how to do it. In people, some of the most common causes for CHF are high blood pressure, liver problems, and kidney problems, often secondary to diabetes. I know cats are prone to kidney problems, particularly male cats are prone to kidney stones, and that there is some dietary modification that might help with that. It also seems unlikely, but I wonder if CHF in cats can be provoked by an infection - either viral/bacterial pericarditis or a parasite introduced by another animal such as heart worms or liver flukes. Sorry, I'm trying to think of some information that might help you and Jackson. It sounds like he is in good hands, and I send you and kitty love, and warmest wishes.

Thu, 2012-09-13 18:40 — Kristeen (not verified)

Sending good thoughts!

I'm praying for little Jackson and made a small donation.  My babies Orangie and Oliver are sending good thoughts.

Thu, 2012-09-13 18:27 — Catnonymouse (not verified)

Jackson

First I wanted to say how fast one small little thing can tough your heart. Cats hearts are made of gold. I take alot of courage to stand by and not be able to do anything for them. Just hope you found the best vet for them. I hope what ever happen with Jackson that he not in pain. And that you are able to fine peace in the end as well. I loss my cat of 13 years to cancer. I know how hard this is. PLEASE OF OF YOU TRY TO STAY STRONG! God bless you.

Thu, 2012-09-13 18:20 — Snowy (not verified)

Jackson

Dear Jackson,

Healing purrs from all of us on the Pirate Ship.  We hope the Doctors can give you medicine to make you feel better quickly.

My foster doggy sister Amber also has a bad heart, and she takes lasix two times a day, plus other medicines.  She hates them, but The Swabie gives them to her with ham - which she loves.  

She pees a lot - but the fluids are better around her heart now.  So we really hope they work for you too!  And make sure you get them with ham too!

 

We'll all be purring for you to get better!

 

Snowy

 

Thu, 2012-09-13 18:02 — aisha hashmi (not verified)

Sweet little jackson

I hope that the cat is feeling better today.  I am sending tons of loving thoughts for the little guy...  I rescued a baby kitten off the highway the other day, and everyone, like 17 to 20 cars were all so patient waitng for me to chase the little 8 week old accross 6 lanes of highway... BOTH directions, lol.... I took her to the animal shelter near my home, and now she has a bright future... I would have kept her but the cat I recently rescued from the shelter is fixed and has *NO* maternal instincts at ALL, she herself only about 11 months old or so, and hissed and threw a FIT so I am now myself so upset about missing a little sweet baby that I stayed up with all night to take care of till I could turn her to the shelter the next day.  HOW in the world do these sweet little creatures get under our skin, and bring out so much compassion and love from us humans?  I see Jackson and my heart goes out to him... I am only able to offer the funds in my amazon account, as I got a $20 gift card recently and I am kind of tight with funds myself seeing as my eldest son just started c9ollege and we had to get him a car, insurance, wtc, etc, and two other sons as well, one 14 and one 16, who eat me out of house and home, DAILY, :)  IF you have an amazon account the money is yours, just email me at cricketwinner@hotmail.com and give me your amazon account and I will send the money to you!  Long live the little creatures God gave to us so that we could find empathy, love and compassion in ourselves!!

Thu, 2012-09-13 18:02 — sasha and max (not verified)

Jackson

So sad that our kitties go through this - I have lost 2 pussycats to HCM, and a third at the age of 4 to kidney failure as he had HCM and could not be given fluids too quickly.

Its a very sad time, and we wish Jackson and you and your family the best of positive thoughts that he may stablise.

Thu, 2012-09-13 17:37 — Catnonymouse (not verified)

Jackson

Hi I must admit I am a softie I dont have a lot of Money but I can give 20.00 For Jackson. I sure hope it helps. I have 4 Puddie Tats so I know how you feel. I am sure Jackson feels worse but I just bet you he will be alright :)

Thu, 2012-09-13 17:29 — FurbabiesRawk (not verified)

Sending Vibes to jackson

This story breaks my heart.(Jackson and my Draco look exactly the same)  I and my babies Draco and Zoey will keep him in our thoughts...All we can have is hope for this little guy.  I will pass along Jackson's story to people I know that are finacial stable and can and will donate for him.  I hope all the best will come out of this situation.  Get well lil guy.

Thu, 2012-09-13 17:24 — Catnonymouse (not verified)

Prayers and good thoughts for

Prayers and good thoughts for both you and Jackson. You've been amazing for him and given him love when hope seemed lost. Love and care is all our babies ask for, no matter how long we have them. No matter what happens, just remember you've already done so much more then a lot of people would. You gave him a better quality of then he'd have had otherwise and he loved you for it.

Thu, 2012-09-13 17:22 — Possumina (not verified)

healing energy & hope

Don't lose hope!  Idgie, our 17-year-old tortie, was diagnosed with the same condition, plus congestive heart failure, last summer (2011).  After a rough start, including several bouts of having fluid aspirated from her pericardium (the sack around her heart), she stabilized nicely on Lasix, Benazapril and Spironolactone.  Back then I never thought she'd make it through another year, but she's right here, purring away as I type this.  Every day with Idgie is a gift.

Of course, all cats are individuals, and what worked for Idgie might not work for Jackson.  But I'm keeping my fingers crossed that with good meds and lots of love, you'll have many more happy years together.

Sending healing thoughts to you both. 

Thu, 2012-09-13 17:18 — Possumina (not verified)

Jackson

So sorry about this!  But -- don't lose hope!  Idgie, our 17-year-old tortie, was diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and congestive heart failure last summer (2011).  After a rough start -- several bouts of having fluid aspirated from her pericardium (the sack around her swollen heart muscle) -- she stabilized nicely on Lasix, Benazapril and Spironolactone.  The fluid is gone, and her hypertrophied heart chamber has now actually begun to return to normal size.  A year ago I never would have thought that we would have her with us for another year.  Every day with Idgie is a gift.

Of course each cat is an individual, and what worked for Idgie might not work for Jackson.  But I'm keeping my fingers crossed that with good meds and a lot of love, Jackson will be with you for many more happy years.

Thu, 2012-09-13 21:33 — lterry (not verified)

My Mango's best drug

was Vetmedin for this. I gave him another good six months. Eventually we had to start injecting lasix and then it just got too bad. He was my love, miss him so, good luck with your baby.

Thu, 2012-09-13 17:13 — Alicia (not verified)

We lost our young boy booboo

We lost our young boy booboo to this same thing back in January. 

 

Im going to try to help you guys. Stay strong. 

Thu, 2012-09-13 16:57 — Catnonymouse (not verified)

Good luck

 I wish I could help you out but I recently had an expensive health condition with one of my cats (who unfortunately, had to be humanely euthanized anyway because it turned out to be cancer).  I also lost a 16 1/2 year old cat in 2008 due to congestive heart failure.  As much as we pet parents love our pets and want to keep them safe, happy, and healthy, sometimes the most humane thing to do is say goodbye to them.  I'm not telling you to do that; that is between you and your veterinarian.  If there is nothing else that can be done, then it may be more cruel than caring to keep forcing him to endure tests, x-rays, and meds.  I have said goodbye to six cats between 2002 to just last month and three of them were euthanized.  Good luck with whatever you do but keep in mind that the kindest action may be to let him go.

Thu, 2012-09-13 16:51 — Kate (not verified)

Sending love to Jackson Galaxy

I wish I could help out in a more concrete way; unfortunately, I'm disabled and I'm trying to scrounge up the money to treat my cat Spike who was recently diagnosed with Stage 2 CRF. He needs another blood test ($200 +) in a couple of weeks, and I'm hocking part of my jewelry collection on Ebay to try and get the money. 

Both of us send our love to Jackson. 

Kate

Thu, 2012-09-13 16:46 — Dina-Marie (not verified)

Jackson - Positive thoughts & love

 

Just made a donation via Paypal.  I put "Jackson Galaxy cat" in the subject line. It's so difficult when you don't have the $$$ for the Vet. Our pets are our family. Sending positive thoughts and love your way..Your kitty Jackson is young and I pray he has strength to get well. He's named after a strong person too.

 

Dina-Marie

Thu, 2012-09-13 16:43 — Sandra (not verified)

JacksonGalaxyKitty

I am so sorry to hear of Jackson's heart problems...my now long ago, dearly departed Jake had the same thing...my vet had him on human heart meds (calcium blocker) and that gave him a wonderful extra year....

My thoughts are with you 

Thu, 2012-09-13 16:38 — Mary C (not verified)

Have you looked into RedRover?

http://redrover.org/

They help out with costs for animals in distress.

Thu, 2012-09-13 16:32 — Catnonymouse (not verified)

Jackson

I really hope that Jackson pulls through this as he is a beautiful boy and has such a sweet face.  Funds are kinda slim right now but will see what I can do for you both.  Hang in there and if you do have to make that heart wrenching decision to put him down, please know that I know how much it hurts but also that he is in no more pain and is not suffering.  Please get well little boy!

Thu, 2012-09-13 16:30 — Jenn Hemmerlein (not verified)

Sending warm thoughts

Sending warm thoughts your way--for you all, and for Jackson, who seems like a wonderful kitty. I will hold all of you in my thoughts.

 

Thu, 2012-09-13 16:28 — Vanesa (not verified)

Jackson

Hi there, I'm writing from Buenos Aires, Argentina.

My cat has the same illness, she was diagnosed 7 years ago, she's now 13!!! 

She takes twice a day PROPRANOLOL and once a day AMLODIPIN. Don't loose your hopes! Fight with Jackson!!he os young I hope he will hace enough stregth!! Sorry for my orthographic mistakes!!

Thu, 2012-09-13 16:27 — Wendy (not verified)

I am so sorry

I just donated money to you. I wish I could have gaven more but I am still paying off a vet bill myself of 3K.  My poor Mikey passed away at age 3 on August 12, 2012 of HCM after being under anesthesia for routine dental cleaning. We had no idea she had this condition before she went in. I would never had the dental cleaning! The vet thought it was congenital. An x-ray confirmed it. We couldn't even get her from the Animal Hospital that we were in to see a Cardiologist. She couldn't survive out of the oxygen cage for a few minutes without being in severe distress so I had to make the very painful decision to have her euthanized. It is still very hard and I carry around a lot of guilt She was my best friend. I am in tears righting this. I pray for Jackson and a good outcome! xoxo

Thu, 2012-09-13 16:07 — Marlene (not verified)

Jackson Kitty

 I am praying for your kitty since I am a HUGE Kitty lover. Are you located in Connecticut?

Thu, 2012-09-13 16:04 — Dawn (not verified)

Keep fighting Jackson!

This breaks my heart since I have a cat of my own who I adore.  I could not even imagine this happening to my Jazzy girl.  I will make a donation as soon as I get paid. Hang in there Jackson! You still have so much more life left in you!

Thu, 2012-09-13 16:04 — ErinCrazyCatLady (not verified)

Jackson, the cat

My heart is breaking. I had a 7 yr old cat, Minnie, that passed away from Cardiomyopathy in 2007. She was diagnosed in January, passed away in February. Jackson, the cat, looks a lot like one of my cats now, Lilly, who has also been diagnosed with a heart murmur, but is OK (so far). I am laid-off, but I will donate a few bucks- it's the least i can do...better to spend it on something good than on something I don't need. I hope Jackson heals, and I applaud you for your efforts. XOXO

Erin

Thu, 2012-09-13 14:36 — Alycia Zaldumbide (not verified)

jackson sweetie

My heart goes out to you.  I had the same situation but the cat died in my car - struggling mightily - on the way home.  It was dreadful.  He could not breathe due to the fluid, and he had a heart attack.  Between the pain and suffocation he ricocheted around my little honda.  Heart failure is a terminal condition.  My mother died from it.  It was a slow and very ugly death.  

A good way to decide what to do is to make a list of the 5 things Jackson likes best.  When you start crossing things off that list because he can't do them, it's not a good thing.  By the time you've crossed three of those things off, I would say that decision time is near to allow him to exit while he is not in anguish.  Even if you had all the money in the world, he might not make it.  I"m sending you a huge cyberhug.  Lotsa love,

Alycia

Thu, 2012-09-13 12:47 — Chris Nelson (not verified)

Jackson

So sorry to hear about Jackson.

I wish I could contribute to Jackson, but unfortunately I am unable to right now.

It sounds horrible. My heart breaks for you and Jackson.


Much love,

Chris

Thu, 2012-09-13 11:37 — JJKITTY (not verified)

I am so sorry Jackson and his

I am so sorry Jackson and his family are going through this. It is a very hard thing and I pray for you all. Please everyone remember that all this is costing the family a fortune and there is a chip in button to help ease the pain of the bills. You are good people doing everything you can for Jackson. Love and purs.

Thu, 2012-09-13 11:15 — Corinna (not verified)

That story just about broke

That story just about broke my heart ): I pray for jackson of course, that little cat deserves a better chance. Hope he gets what he needs and gets better that is for sure. So sorry about the luck you guys have right now, only time can tell if it gets better<3

Thu, 2012-09-13 11:04 — Catnonymouse (not verified)

jackson

I feel your pain and I want yours and Jackson's pain to go away.  I really feel like Jackson needs to be put down.  Let him have his peace before he suffers any longer.  

Thu, 2012-09-13 14:21 — Robin Olson

suffering

Everyone suffers. I have a cold right now and fever and feel awful. Jackson had a lousy day yesterday, to be sure, but his future is unclear. He's responding to the lasix and his lung sounds are better and hopefully he can come home. It's far too early to consider putting him down if there's something we can do to give him quality of life. If there is no hope or no treatment, then we'll consider what is best, but right now, just so you know, Jackson is having a tough time, but that's all it is. I hope he will be with us for years to come. He may not live a long life, but it will be a quality life. It's very difficult not to be scared into putting a cat down without giving them a chance. If I asked Jackson, i'm sure he's want me to fight for him and that's what I'm doing. :-)
Thu, 2012-09-13 19:30 — Catnonymouse (not verified)

TRy Care CRedit!!!

Hi, for the care of Jackson and the mounting bills coming, try to apply for Care Credit.  You can pay it off from anywhere from 6 months to 12 months interest free. But the vet (which most emergency vets accept it.).  www.carecredit.com so you can check out what vets in your area accept it.

Will be praying that Jackson will have a good quality of life.

Thu, 2012-09-13 17:29 — Moonyprof (not verified)

I support you in this.  Cats

I support you in this.  Cats can have super-scary bad health days, and then bounce back and be in pretty good shape with treatment.  I will keeping hoping for all of you.

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