Russian Blue
10-20-2006, 10:52 AM
For the last month I was off the boards to get some things in my life sorted out. As many of you know, I had to send Phoenix back to the rescue because Nakita's health was declining and they were not getting along. For those who aren't familiar, here's the original thread: Rehoming Phoenix (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=113399)
I just wanted to thank everyone for the support of my decision and for the PM's and thoughts you sent my way. They were so appreciated and I really needed the support after making such a difficult decision. I am happy to report that Phoenix found a home. :) I will so miss that little calico and just wished soooo badly that my home could have been her place to stay.
I have taken Nakita to the vets a couple of times over the last month. We currently have her on short-term Prednisone to calm down her system and a restricted diet. She's been scratching up a storm and throwing up. She has potential IBS and/or food allergy (this is on top of her hyperesthesia). The problem has been that she refuses to eat the diet after a couple of days so I'm hoping this new food will agree with her.
Once we wean her off the Prednisone I hope the food will maintain her stability otherwise we'll have to look at other options (my next step is a homeopathic vet). She weighed in at 4.8 pounds at the vets and the receptionist couldn't believe that Nakita is 4 years old! ;) Hopefully she will gain some weight since Prednisone has a side effect of increased appetite. I'll be happy for her to gain some weight (wish I could say the same about myself)!;)
Also, I will be starting a new job on Oct. 30th! It's been a struggle over the last few months but it looks like things are hopefully finally changing. Plus, the company is just up the street so I can walk to work. No more long commutes or subway delays!! :D
After my probationary period is over we can finally continue with our renovations - which will include tearing down walls on the first floor, expanding the bathroom and moving and building a new kitchen. We're just finishing the upstairs so finally I'm seeing some results. We're trying to do as much as we can ourselves -yes, Kass' Extreme Makeover...long edition ;)
Just wanted to give an update and a big thank you to all who sent their thoughts, prayers and good wishes my way. You're the best! ;)
I just wanted to thank everyone for the support of my decision and for the PM's and thoughts you sent my way. They were so appreciated and I really needed the support after making such a difficult decision. I am happy to report that Phoenix found a home. :) I will so miss that little calico and just wished soooo badly that my home could have been her place to stay.
I have taken Nakita to the vets a couple of times over the last month. We currently have her on short-term Prednisone to calm down her system and a restricted diet. She's been scratching up a storm and throwing up. She has potential IBS and/or food allergy (this is on top of her hyperesthesia). The problem has been that she refuses to eat the diet after a couple of days so I'm hoping this new food will agree with her.
Once we wean her off the Prednisone I hope the food will maintain her stability otherwise we'll have to look at other options (my next step is a homeopathic vet). She weighed in at 4.8 pounds at the vets and the receptionist couldn't believe that Nakita is 4 years old! ;) Hopefully she will gain some weight since Prednisone has a side effect of increased appetite. I'll be happy for her to gain some weight (wish I could say the same about myself)!;)
Also, I will be starting a new job on Oct. 30th! It's been a struggle over the last few months but it looks like things are hopefully finally changing. Plus, the company is just up the street so I can walk to work. No more long commutes or subway delays!! :D
After my probationary period is over we can finally continue with our renovations - which will include tearing down walls on the first floor, expanding the bathroom and moving and building a new kitchen. We're just finishing the upstairs so finally I'm seeing some results. We're trying to do as much as we can ourselves -yes, Kass' Extreme Makeover...long edition ;)
Just wanted to give an update and a big thank you to all who sent their thoughts, prayers and good wishes my way. You're the best! ;)