New photos and update, 7-12-10

**cassiesmom** · 05-29-2010, 08:50 PM

Jen, Taboo's skin/coat looks better already! Is she drinking better? I am hoping you won't have to give her fluids. Taboo, if you could go potty in the litter pan from now on, that would be good. (Although I maybe it's good that you chose to use the plastic once, since you're a little dehydrated, because mum got to see you "go" and how much you put out.) Those Catada catnip mousies can do wonders! Enjoy all the things you can check out from your open window, too like birds singing, breezes and leaves. Gentle *kiss* for you sweety.

**columbine** · 05-29-2010, 10:51 PM

Dear little Taboo, dream of a crystalline forest stream that tastes like heaven, and drink up plenty of water! And eat lots and lots of tasty food, and give Jen some happy purrs to let her know how much better you're feeling.

Love, Columbine

**Laura's Babies** · 05-30-2010, 08:06 AM

Awwe Jen! She is lovely, even without her fur. I would not be able to resist spoiling her rotten or keeping my hands off of her and making sure that for whatever time she has left, that she knew she was adored and had nothing to worry about anymore. I know you are doing the same thing and she will be taken care of better than she ever has been.

Lets hope these meds get her back on track and she can stay healthy and blossom.

**catmandu** · 05-30-2010, 08:22 AM

Thank You for mentioning that Friend Jen.
I told My Found Cats how their gifts are still going strong and have helped out a Dear Senior Kittyzen Lady who has found her place in the sun.

They are gratified and send a Huge MEEEEOOOOOOW To Taboo

And of course to Our All Time Heroes Jen and Charles

**Medusa** · 05-30-2010, 12:47 PM

Aw, sweet girl. I'm sure she feels so much better w/all that matted fur gone and her claws clipped and her new meds getting her back on track. I know what you mean about the subQ's, though. Puddy was 5 lbs. and even less when she became so sick and was she ever boney. I hated giving her the subQ's but she felt better immediately afterwards. Have you thought of putting B12 in the bag? It really perked Puddy up. Taboo is so lucky to have you, Jen.

**jenluckenbach** · 05-30-2010, 01:15 PM

The fluids have a B complex in them, but I admit to not giving them to her yet.

She pees SO much that I didnt want to add to that right away. She does drink well, though, so that is good.

**Moesha** · 05-30-2010, 01:16 PM

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

**Tubby & Peanut's Mom** · 07-05-2010, 09:05 PM

Jen, you have such a big heart and are such a wonderful person. Thank you so much for taking this sweet girl in and giving her a loving caring home for the rest of her days. She reminds me so much of Peanut as she got older - long hair that takes maintenance that the old girl can't give herself, and so very frail, and especially the little puppy diapers. I always have a bittersweet smile on my face when I see pics of Peanut with her little diapers. She was such a trooper in her old age and never complained about anything, and I have a feeling Taboo is going to be the same for you once she settles in and knows she is loved again.

Please tell me she is doing well now and pics of her with her new fur growing back in please?

**jenluckenbach** · 07-06-2010, 06:44 PM

Hi all. I wanted to update on Taboo.

She gained an entire pound over the last month. Good for her!!!

She did need to go from 1/2 a pill once a day to 1/2 a pill twice a day for her thyroid. but that is OK. Hopefully we'll get the right dose after her next thryoid blood test.

She's a spunky little girl. But she knows the routine already. She knows about feeding time twice a day and that she must get the pill first. She growls and grumps when I handle her, but I don't care...it's just her way. She takes the pills well enough. that is all that matters.

She keeps the other cats in their place, too (LOL).

She sleeps in a carrier (by her own choice) most of the day, but still likes the occasional catnip fix.

She makes me smile.

I'll work on getting new pictures.

**KnightOwl** · 07-06-2010, 07:22 PM

Jen, Taboo is a precious bundle. Kudos to you for the love and care you have given her. As I read from post one through to today's post I had my heart in my throat. I am so happy She is doing so well.

You definitely have a love for the little ones. Just wish more folk were that way.

Bless You!

**krazyaboutkatz** · 07-06-2010, 08:09 PM

Jen,I'm so glad to hear that she's gained some weight and is doing well on her thyroid medicine.

She sounds like a little feisty girl but I'm sure that this is the reason she's still around too. You're taking such good care of her and I hope she'll be with you for many more years to come.

**Laura's Babies** · 07-06-2010, 10:08 PM

Jen, I thought about her the whole time I was gone and been meaning to ask you about her and for possiably another newer picture. I worried about her the whole time I was on the boat but cell service was to bad to get online very much. I did check one time but it took so long to pull it up, I didn't try again.. I am so glad to hear she is doing well... ((((HUG)))) her for me.

**cassiesmom** · 07-07-2010, 02:11 PM

Yay, Taboo! I am glad you have gained one pound and I am also glad you take your medicine! Happy napping in the summertime, sweety!

**jenluckenbach** · 07-12-2010, 02:46 PM

attaching Taboo's newest photo.

She is SO good. She now waits for her pill, or jumps back out of her cage (the one she eats in) to get her pill before each meal.

You can actually SEE how she is filling back out, gaining weight.