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I love Bob. I love him so much. Two days ago, when he fell over 16 feet off my deck and I had to wait while he was under observation at Dr. Larry's, it made me realize all to well, just how BAD it will be when it's Bob's time to pass on. Those two hours were long and lonely. Even with six other cats running around, the place feels empty without Bob. He's the ambassador! He must greet everyone who walks in the door. His purr is the craziest thing I've ever heard. It's loud, it's squeaky and it comes so easily to Bob. I always know when he's in trouble when he stops purring.
Although we had the good news that Bob's ultrasound was unremarkable and his ALT popped down, Bob's been down today. He's been sleeping under a table, which he never does. I cajoled him to come sit next to me on the floor, where I had a blanket and heating pad for him. He sat on it momentarily, but got up and went under a different table. He DID eat breakfast and lunch. He does purr. I know he must be sore, but I don't have anything I can give him for the pain.
I talked to Super Deb (who has gorgeous hair, by the way) and am waiting to hear back. It's so difficult to have Bob feeling down when I know in less than 24 hours I'm flying to Chicago. Sam will be here, but he'll be busy with work and not around. Deb suggested I just board him so they can watch him at my Vet's office. I don't want to stress Bob out, but I don't know that I can leave him alone most of the day tomorrow and Friday. I might opt to board Bob for two days and let Sam watch him on the weekend. If I was going away a week later, this would not be such a big deal.
Between severe fear of flying and worrying about Bob, it's sure easy to say I should just stay home and not go on my trip. BUT...it's to the Feline Forum! I would really love to meet Pam Johnson-Bennett. Her book, "How to Think Like a Cat" changed my life. It's because of her that I've been able to help a lot of people with their cat behavior problems. I don't know enough about correcting problematic cat behavior and I want to ask Pam how I can learn more without having to become a Vet to do so. Also, there are TONS of folks who live for and love cats that will be there. I'm even supposed to meet one of our CiCH members, too! How can I miss out on this because of my own stupid fear? Ugh. I wish I wasn't so scared of flying! I know I'm doing myself a huge disservice by not just living my life and enjoying every bit of it I have left.
This is why some wonderful researcher figured out Xanax Yesterday, my Nurse/Practioner gave me a short course to get me through the next few days. I've normally been the type to just cry, get the runs, throw up before flying, but now that I'm older, I would rather take the easy way out and self medicate. Heck, it's just for a few days. It seems to be helping, but I can also feel when it's wearing off-my gut begins to do summersaults again.
This is no big deal. It's a short flight from NY to Chicago. Famous last words.
Oh, Super Deb just called. I have to give Bob, Metacam. FU@K! If he goes into renal failure there is gonna be HELL TO PAY and I'm talkin' to YOU SUPER DEB and DR. LARRY! I'm talkin' to YOU!
I'll be updating my Blog from Chicago, so stay tuned!
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There will be other Feline
There will be other Feline Forums. If you had to cancel plans because you don't want to leave Bob, this is the group that will understand!
Please be careful with Xanax.
Please be careful with Xanax. It's highly addictive.
Our thoughts are with Bob. Really hope he gets better soon :(
pain killer
Have you asked your vet about a fentanyl patch? My cat had severe teeth problems and had to have almost all removed. The fentanyl was used as a painkiller. It's strong stuff so not sure if it would be ok for Bob but it might be worth asking the question.
Metacam
i wouldn't put Bob on metacam ask if there is something else i started reading all kinds of bad things about the stuff
Soreness
Dear Robin,
When my cat jumped down to the first floor from the second floor,
I gave her homeopathic Arnica. I put a few pellets in her water,
it has no taste, and I just let her drink from that.
PLEASE NOTE THAT I AM NOT A DOCTOR OR A VET, but the homeopathic
remedy Arnica is used worldwide for physical trauma to people
and animals. It's recommended by many holistic practitioners,
including vets.
And AnnaBanana is right, there will be other Forums. Any cat lover
will understand why you would want to stay with Bob.
My prayers and thoughts are with you and all your babies.
Bob's soreness
Dear Robin,
When my cat jumped down to the first floor from the second floor,
I gave her homeopathic Arnica. I just dropped a few pellets of Arnica
into her water bowl, and let her drink from that.
NOTE THAT I AM NOT A DOCTOR OR A VET, but homeopathic Arnica
is used worldwide for people AND animals who have had physical
trauma. It's recommended by many holistic practitioners, including
vets.
AnnaBanana is right, there will be other Forums. And any cat lover
will understand why you would want to stay with Bob.
Sending you lots of love...
Get better Bob!
I'm sure everything will work out with Bob -- he's just had a rough couple days. Any human would probably be a little mopey too.
As for going or staying, go with your gut. You know Bob better than anyone else, so you know if he needs you.
By the way... Bob? GREAT name for a cat! :)
Other meds for Bob
Robin,
First, I hope you are feeling better and do get to enjoy your trip and I'm really jealous you get to meet Pam Johnson-Bennett, she's amazing.
Have you talked to your vet about Buprenex oral or injection for Bob? That's what we give Tucker for pancreatitis flare ups and all my cats get a course of that for three days if they have a dental extraction. Tucker also had it after a mast cell tumor was removed last month. I prefer that to Metacam.
The pain relief lasts between 6-8 hours, depending on the cat. Usually dose is BID.
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