Prayers for my Puddy, please! *Update 2/23*

[Medusa]

I have a call in to Dr. Lee but he's in surgery, so he'll call me when he's finished. Puddy threw up yesterday morning and I've learned not to panic at that. It was just once and that's it. This morning she had dry heaves so I gave her a subQ treatment. She hasn't had one in months because she has been doing so well. She fought me tooth and nail during the treatment which I considered a good sign, seeing that she is Puddy after all and when she was at her sickest and getting subQs twice a day, she never put up a fuss at all. After the treatment, she wanted to go to her room so I took her there rather than making her walk up the stairs in case she was weak and when I left, she cried, which isn't like her at all. So I went back into the room and sat w/her and she began grooming herself but she was restless, moving from one spot on the bed to another, back and forth. I waited a while and left the room again and now she's quiet but she isn't actually resting. She's sitting up. The vet tech said that Dr. Lee would probably want to see her. So I wait. At least it didn't happen on a weekend as it usually does. Sigh. How much stress is one person supposed to take? I just went through two weeks of hell w/my son's illness, now my heart kitty is sick again.

[Freedom]

Mary, praying that Puddy is just having a bed day and nothing more than that! Some of us DO just wake up cranky, ya know??? Let us know what the vet check indicates!

[Pawsitive Thinking]

Prayers for sweet Puddy

[Medusa]

praying that Puddy is just having a bed day
A bad day I can handle. But vomiting w/a cat who is in CRF is scary. She isn't crying right now but she just won't relax. She's in a half praying position.

[Taz_Zoee]

Puddy will be in my thoughts today. I hope all goes well.

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

A bad day I can handle. But vomiting w/a cat who is in CRF is scary. She isn't crying right now but she just won't relax. She's in a half praying position.

is might be a dump question, but what is "in CRF" :confused:

[Medusa]

[QUOTE=Maya & Inka's mommy] but what is "in CRF" QUOTE]
Chronic renal (kidney) failure

[orangemm]

Lots of prayers and good thoughts for Puddy. And, (((hugs))) to you, too.

Please let us know how Puddy is........

[catmandu]

Theres absolutley that scares and depresses a Pet Talker and thats when one of our Fur Friends is not well. Especially if a beloved Pet has lost thier life recently.
I have to fight the urge to panic if one of the Found Ctas looks unwell, or loses thier dinner.
We are PRAYING hard for Puddy, that it was just an off day for her, and not a symptom of something serious.Its so hard to lose a Heart Cat, I still look around for My Precious to follow me up the stairs with her raspy little mew.

[Purr-tender]

Be sure and keep us posted on Puddy, we worry along with you! :(

Mary

[Medusa]

Dr. Lee was in surgery much longer than he anticipated and became so late that he left w/out remembering to call me back. I insisted that they try to reach him and they got him on his cell phone and he said "Oh no! I forgot to call her! Please apologize for me." Since he's always been so good and prompt w/returning my calls, I'll give him a pass. This time.

After Puddy's subQ treatment and a dose of Clindamycin, she cried a little bit and seemed to not want me to leave her, so I sat w/her a while and she fell asleep. Every time I checked on her, she was curled up instead of being in the praying or meatloaf position, so I consider that to be a good sign. I have an 8:30 AM appt. w/Dr. Lee tomorrow to check her BUN level and creatinine. He said that he wants to be sure that she isn't getting worse and to continue w/the Clindamycin til her appt. She came downstairs w/the rest of us and she laid on my chest for a little while, another good sign. So, hopefully, her lab tests will come back ok. My finances really don't want this hit right now but it is what it is, so what am I gonna do? Count my blessings, I guess. She's improving and so is my son.

[Pawsitive Thinking]

If you need financial help I am sure your PT family will be only too willing to chip in. Please let us know.

Blessings to you

[Medusa]

If you need financial help I am sure your PT family will be only too willing to chip in. Please let us know.

Blessings to you
Thanx so much. I wouldn't do that unless I was absolutely backed into a corner and had no other choice. But, once again, my PT family has proven just how wonderful they all are. And double blessings to you.

[cassiesmom]

If you need financial help I am sure your PT family will be only too willing to chip in. Please let us know.

Blessings to you

agree totally, shoot up a flare if need be

[nancys]

Will send prayers your way - hope Puddy is better soon!

[moosmom]

Mary,

My sweet friend, I am so sorry. Keep the faith. Call me. I've got a shoulder and ear waiting.

Prayers for Puddy coming from CT.

(((((HUGS)))))))

Donna and crew

[orangemm]

Just say the word, Mary.......we are here for you.

More prayers for you and Puddy.

[phesina]

We are praying and sending our love to you and Puddy, Mary.

Love, hugs, and purrs,
Pat, Peony, Sydney, Poppy, Elmer, and Priscilla Angel

[jenluckenbach]

Hope you feel better, Puddy. Prayers for your well being.

[Donnaj4962]

Sweet Puddy.... I hope that you are feeling better. Your Meowmie is only trying to make you feel better when she sticks you withthat needle. I willlook tomorrow to see how things go with Dr. Lee. Many prayers from me and the girls here in chilly Indiana.

[Catty1]

Dear Puddy - best of luck with Dr Lee. Be nice to him, ok? ;) He has helped you a lot!

Prayers for you and Puddy, Mary. I hope the cost is reasonable...but how does one put a price on our furkids, right? :) Glad to hear she is snuggling with you again.

[KittyCrazy]

I sure hope she is doing better now. Poor little baby. :(

[Barbara]

Puddy has survived quite some crisis by now- she is a fighter!
And I think there are good signs and not so good- but I think there are more good ones. I hope the Puddy girl is doing better- sending my best thoughts :)

[GILL]

Tell Puddy that the crew is here for her and you, If you need anything. All our prayers are with you and Puddy

[Medusa]

Well, it's another good news, bad news scenario. Because of Puddy's symptoms, vomiting, slight dehydration and pacing, Dr. Lee thought that she might be experiencing thyroid problems. I just spoke w/another vet there and she said that her thyroid is normal. So that means her remaining kidney is acting up. She had been doing so well, too, since her other kidney was removed. She wasn't even on subQs any more. But I sprang into action as soon as she vomited and gave her a subQ and a started her on Clindamycin and I think that halted the progress of any infection. Dr. Lee said to keep up the subQs and the Clindamycin until she goes back in a month for another panel. Her BUN and creatinine were elevated slightly but they were nowhere near where they were when she was at her worst. She always responds well to fluids and her appetite is good and her litterbox habits are normal, so it's count my blessings time again. No thyroid problem so I don't have that to worry about. We'll get this kidney thing under control. She's resting behind my computer right now.

I was kinda nervous when I took her in because she didn't let out a peep when I put her in the carrier or the entire 45 minute drive there. BUT when Dr. Lee took blood, etc., the old Puddy was back w/a vengeance. He said "Well, I need a vacation after Puddy! Boy, is she ever mad at me!" And she wasn't too pleased w/me either after that. But she was quick to forgive. She doesn't hold a grudge like Creamsicle does. So, that's it. I'm feeling optimistic. Gonna watch a little TV, take a hot bath and try to get some shut eye. The Sandman has been a stranger long enough. Thank you again, my dear PT friends. I don't know what my fur posse and I would do w/out ya.

[jenluckenbach]

Come on Puddy!! We are praying for you.

[Moesha]

I hope Puddy and you get some rest and feel better soon.

[Catty1]

Hugs! Wishing you and Puddy a good rest and great health! :)

[Medusa]

Dr. Lee just called. He said that Puddy's phosphorous levels are high, so he wants to start her on a phosphorous binder to be mixed w/her food. He said that he hopes that this isn't a sign that her other kidney is beginning to cause more problems. Oh joy. Just when I thought I could exhale. The binder is nasty tasting, I guess, so I can't imagine Puddy eating her food. He said that it's probably going to be necessary to do an ultrasound on her remaining kidney so that we can get a better prognosis. It's the prognosis that I don't want. I don't want to know. I just want to enjoy my Puddy for as long as possible and not have a number in mind as to how long that will be or it might be a self fulfilling prophecy. Oh man, I woke up w/such a positive attitude this morning. Now this.

[Freedom]

Puddy, lots of prayers for you and your mom from RI.

Mary, please deliver some scritchies! I know you will BOTH enjoy that!

[moosmom]

You and Puddy are still in my thoughts and prayers. You're doing a great job taking care of her.

((((((HUGS)))))) and kisses

Donna and crew

[nancys]

How is Puddy?

[Medusa]

How is Puddy?
She's rather lethargic and a little weak but that's to be expected. I gave her the subQ treatment and her meds just about a half hour ago, so that usually perks her up. She went and sat in the sun in the enclosed patio which kinda bothered me a little because I call it the kidney corner. It's where my Peeka laid when she was dying from acute renal failure. So I have to get that idea out of my head. Puddy was just probably soaking up the rays; it probably felt good. She's resting behind my computer again and I have to go to the bank, so I'll check on her again when I get back. Thanx for asking.

[Emeraldgreen]

I'm sorry to hear about Puddy. :( I hope that the Phosphorous binder will help. I'm dealing with nasty tasting meds for Tiger too and if I come up with a solution, I'll pass it on! Going to pick up some stinky cat tuna and clam juice today. I wish the drug companies would create flavoress meds. They'd make a fortune and it would be so much easier for us and our cats.
Hope the ultrasound doesn't show anything negative with regard to her other kidney. You've sure got alot on your plate right now. Prayers for you and Puddy.

[orangemm]

I'm still praying and thinking good thoughts for Puddy....come on, girl, you gotta start feeling better for your meowmie!

[Taz_Zoee]

Oh Mary, I am so sorry. I hope you can get Puddy feeling better. You've already been through so much lately, with your son and all. You deserve a break!
You and Puddy will be in my thoughts.

[phesina]

Dear Mary, I'm so sorry. Just one thing after another.

We are all praying and sending loads of love and healing, strengthening energies to Puddy and you.

Love, hugs, and purrs,
Pat, Peony, Sydney, Poppy, Elmer, and Priscilla Angel

[Barbara]

Oh no! Sending best thoughts and good vibes for Puddy girl.

[Medusa]

My little girl just isn't feeling well. She just can't get comfortable and seems to either want to be left alone or w/me when she isn't alone. She's so weak, she can't even jump up on the sofa w/me. I've done so much crying these last few weeks, it's ridiculous. My Puddy just means the world to me. I can't lose her now. I just can't. It would just be too cruel.

[jenluckenbach]

Dear Puddy, many prayers for you and your mom. I sure hope you can remain comfortable and stay on earth a little while longer.

[krazyaboutkatz]

I'm so sorry to hear about Puddy.:( She'll continue to remain in my thoughts and prayers. Please take care. (((HUGS)))

[momcat]

Many prayers are still being prayed for Puddy and also for you!

[catmandu]

More PRAYERS for PUDDY are coming from the Found Paradise Hotel Cats, and we hope and continue to hope that PUDDY will be all right.
Theres nothing sadder or more heart breaking than seeing a Beloved Companion not well, and the agony of wondering what to do next.
Please GET WELL SOON PUDDY.

[Catty1]

Mary, MANY prayers for Puddy!

Would Dr Lee tell you what he expects to find with an ultrasound? It might be treatable, whatever it is.

It may be too soon to think about it - but I wonder what cat dialysis involves?

There is life and hope! Please, God, Mary needs her Puddy so very much right now. Restore Puddy to full health, that she and Mary may comfort each other.

Amen

[orangemm]

More prayers going up for you and Puddy. We all know your pain and are hoping that she improves.

Come on Puddy!

[jennielynn1970]

Prayers going out to you and Puddy from Allentown. I hope that she starts to feel less lethargic and will be more alert.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your furposse.

[Medusa]

There's been no change. She's hardly eaten at all and she didn't want to be left alone in her room today so I brought her downstairs w/the rest of the fur posse but she wanted me close by. I was trying to get some house cleaning done so she seemed ok w/sitting behind my computer as she usually does when she's feeling well. I put a fluffy towel down for her and I have a really bright desk lamp and I direct it away from me and on to her. I think the heat feels good. I've been giving her daily subQs as directed plus her antibiotic and anti-nausea meds twice a day. If I don't see at least a little improvement by tomorrow morning, I'm calling Dr. Lee. He told me to keep him informed as to how she's doing. If I see her eat a little bit tonight I'll feel better. She loves butter cookies (just a crumb here and there) and so I thought I'd make a little noise w/the cookie tin to see if that would get her to come and investigate. She didn't even lift her head. I was up w/her til 4:30 AM because she was so restless. But she has slept all day so I hope that doesn't mean she's going to be up all night again. I feel so bad for my little girl.

[phesina]

Continuing prayers for you and Puddy..

[momtomany]

Prayers for you and Puddy are continuning.

[jenluckenbach]

DITTO! more prayers coming.

[Catty1]

More hugs and prayers. Little Puddy girl, let your mom's love bring you around.

[Medusa]

It dawned on me last night to try to entice her to eat a few crumbs of salt and vinegar potato chips, which she loves. She ate tiny little crumbs, totaling about 1/3 of a chip. So that at least told me that she has a bit of an appetite. During the night, she crunched on some Purina Cat Chow so that's a good sign. She just doesn't seem to have any energy, though. As long as she's eating, I'm not going to panic and I'll keep an eye on her all day. Depending on how she looks and acts, I may try to buy some groceries. I've been afraid to leave her and my cupboards are close to bare.

Thank you again for all your prayers and encouragement. It's been a tough month but I know that there are many who have it a lot tougher. Once things calm down, I'm going to get that massage. I need to do it soon or my gift card may expire. Then I'm going to disconnect the phones, stay off the computer, work or no work, and take a full 24 hours to relax and unwind. (Yeah, right.) In the meantime, though, please keep my Puddy girl in your thoughts and prayers. She's not out of the woods by any means but I feel she has improved somewhat. (I want to end this post on a positive note.)

[Pawsitive Thinking]

Hope little Puddy has turned the corner now and will start to feel better soon

[Medusa]

Dr. Lee wants to see her at 2:00 to do an ultrasound of her bladder and kidney. This isn't just a drop or two; she's leaving a trail of blood as she walks. She doesn't appear to be in any pain and I just finished giving her the subQs and didn't see any blood on the towel. But when she walked over to the cat fountain, there were drops of blood and when I turned her over, she was bloody. At least she isn't screaming in pain like before. Please keep up your prayers, friends. My little girl needs 'em badly.

[orangemm]

Oh Mary, you don't have to ask; we all are praying hard for Puddy, esp. now. Poor little girl. (((hugs)))

[cassiesmom]

God, please watch over Medusa's Puddy today, bring healing to her and bless Medusa and the veterinarian as they care for her. Amen.

[jenluckenbach]

Praying very hard for Puddy to remain without pain. And prayers for you, too.

[Catty1]

Oh, Mary - all my prayers (making me late for work but so what) for Puddy that she can have more time with you, and this latest bout can be healed.

{{{{HUGS}}}}

[Emeraldgreen]

I can't imagine how scary this must be for you. I hope that the vet can immediately determine what is going on with the ultrasound and that it is something that can be helped in some way. I know 2:00 can come fast enough. Praying that things go well.

[Barbara]

Oh no- all paws and fingers crossed for the Puddy girl!
{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}

[Purr-tender]

I am praying for your precious Puddy and you! I know you will keep us updated.

Mary

[jennielynn1970]

Oh no! Big prayers going out to you and Puddy... I hope Dr. Lee can do something to help her. Poor girl... she's been through so much. Chin up, Puddy! We are all thinking and praying for you here!

[Medusa]

The good news is that Puddy does NOT have any tumors, growths or polyps on her remaining kidney or bladder. The bleeding had stopped by the time I took her in for her appt. (of course). The bad news is that Dr. Lee did an ultrasound and an x-ray and said that her kidney should be kidney bean shaped but it's the size and shape of a small pea. She has a lot of scar tissue on it. He said that if he could do a kidney biopsy he would be able to tell me how much time she has left but she gets stressed so easily and because she's so sick right now, he doesn't want to do it. He said to continue w/the subQs and antibiotic and phosphorous binder but if her BUN and creatinine start to go up towards 9 and higher, then I'll know what I have to do. As long as she's eating and has normal litterbox habits, I should just keep her comfortable and realize that her care is now palliative. He also said that she could surprise him and have maybe a year left but w/out doing the biopsy, he just couldn't say for sure. This is something that I always knew in my heart but I did not want to hear the words.

As soon as we got home, she went straight to the food dish and ate a little. Dr. Lee showed me on the x-ray that she hardly had anything in her stomach, just gas, poor girl. So I'm glad she ate a little.

Sigh. So that's it. I'm going to enjoy what time I have left w/my Puddy. My son wants me to visit him next month and now I have this dilemma. After all he's been through w/his recent illness, I feel I should go see him. But my cat sitter can't give Puddy her subQ treatments and meds and if I kennel her, Dr. Lee said it would stress her out way too much. I just don't know what to do. I've always said "people first" but I certainly don't want to do anything that would make Puddy worse. I can't think about it right now. My brain is fried and my nerves are raw from the past few weeks. I just need a rest. I sure hope things will calm down for Puddy now.

[phesina]

Oh, Mary... BIG HUGS TO YOU AND GENTLE PETS TO PUDDY.

The prayers continue.

Please give yourself a little rest. You need it badly.

Love, hugs, and purrs,
Pat and cats

[orangemm]

Yes, the prayers go on........keep the faith, Mary. We'll be pulling for Puddy and for you. (((hugs)))

[cassiesmom]

Sweet Puddy and your meowmy, I am praying for you! Medusa, how old is Puddy?

[jenluckenbach]

What a tough situation. :( I am so sorry that you have to face this. Don't stress on the "when" just concentrate on the "NOW". Puddy knows she is loved.

[Medusa]

Medusa, how old is Puddy?
She's 12 1/2.

No, she's 13 1/2. I guess I should try to remember that this is ' 08. Jeez.

[Medusa]

I am so sorry that you have to face this. Don't stress on the "when" just concentrate on the "NOW".
Yes, that's what I plan to do. Dr. Lee said "If she just lies around and doesn't eat much...", I finished his sentence and said "I won't let that happen." If she's miserable, I'll know what I have to do. But as for right now, I'm just going to love my little girl, as usual.

[cassiesmom]

Medusa, how old is Puddy?

She's 12 1/2.

Oh, close in age to Cassie Cat. Heart cat is right! Gentle hugs and I will keep praying. Puddy, if I had a spare kidney-bean sized kitty kidney, I'd give it to you.

[Medusa]

Puddy, if I had a spare kidney-bean sized kitty kidney, I'd give it to you.
Actually, Dr. Lee mentioned that a kidney transplant is an option IF another kidney would be available or IF I wanted to remove one from one of my healthy cats. He said that 100 kidney transplants have been performed and 50 of the cats have lived. First of all, I wouldn't take a healthy kidney from one of my cats. I wouldn't criticize anybody who would make that choice for themselves and their cat/s; I just wouldn't. And second, I wouldn't put Puddy through that. She's been through enough. And I can't even imagine what the financial cost would be. Perhaps if she were much younger and circumstances were different. But she isn't and they aren't.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Mary, Puddy remains in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that she'll be able to remain comfortable and will surprise everyone with her resilience. Please take care. (((HUGS)))

[slick]

I have not responded until now but have been keeping up with this thread. I just want to send some very warm {{{hugs}}} from me because like most others here, I know what it's like to have to make "the" decision. As for the kidney transplant, if I were in your shoes I would make the very same decision. It's just to extreme for little Puddy right now.

Yes, enjoy the time that's left and please plant a kiss on that little forehead from me. Still sending those good vibes and prayers.

[Catty1]

{{{hugs}}}

Glad to hear she is eating a bit. I hope you and Puddy have many days left to love each other.

Re: Your son - could he come visit you? I know he did last time, but given Puddy's health and all...

Prayers for pretty Puddy, that she continues to feel ok!

[Medusa]

[QUOTE=Catty1]{{{hugs}}}


Re: Your son - could he come visit you? I know he did last time, but given Puddy's health and all...[QUOTE]


He probably could but he wouldn't be able to stay as long as he usually does when he visits in the spring and again for the holidays. I think he wants me to get away for a while but given Puddy's situation, I just don't feel comfortable leaving. If my son were still sick and struggling, then I'd go without hesitation. If Puddy perks up to where she was before this last bout of ill health, I'll go. Right now I'm in 'wait and see' mode.

[Medusa]

[QUOTE=slick] As for the kidney transplant, if I were in your shoes I would make the very same decision. It's just to extreme for little Puddy right now.
[QUOTE]

Yes, she's just in too weakened a condition. I managed to fatten her up to almost 6 lbs. and already she's down to 5 lbs. again. Transplant surgery would just be too much for this little girl.

[Medusa]

I thought I'd try some canned KD for Puddy, knowing that she refused to eat it every other time I tried. Tonight she lapped it up! She ate approximately 2 tablespoons full! I'm really encouraged by that! I think I'll see if she'll try the KD dry, too. Gotta get some tomorrow. YAY!

[Emeraldgreen]

YAY! When a cat whose been sick gets their appetite back and/or begins playing with toys, it's the best gift ever! I hope she continues to get stronger and that you can enjoy each other's company for many, many months. Thanks for sharing. :)

[Catty1]

Awww...more PT Prayers that Puddy eats a bit more! Might take a little while, as her poor tummy might have shrunk a bit. Good news!

{{{hugs}}}

PS Does Dr Lee allow her to have her favourite potato chips??? ;)

[Medusa]

PS Does Dr Lee allow her to have her favourite potato chips??? ;)
Yep! When I told him at first how much she loves them, he said "Well, they'll make her thirsty and that will make her drink more water and she needs fluids, so I guess it's ok". It isn't like I give her a whole bag or anything. She gets teeny tiny crumbs, not even a whole chip.

I gave her another couple of T. of KD this morning and as soon as she smelled it, she got up and came to her food dish and ate it all but a tiny bit. This is amazing to me because Puddy has always hated KD; she doesn't like canned food in general. She was restless again last night; I was up w/her til 2:15 AM. She wants to be right on top of my chest, which is also unusual for her. She likes to be left alone when she isn't feeling well. Of course, I like having her w/me but if I have to move at all, she then gets out of bed and starts pacing or goes to her room. If she hears me turn over, she starts pacing again. I wish I could keep her up and active during the day so that she'd sleep better at night. Oh well. This isn't about me, it's about her, and I'm happy that she can rest whenever she can get it.

[Medusa]

Thank you for all your prayers for me and my Mom. I'm looking a little weary but I'm still standin', so don't count me out!

I slipped out for groceries today and brought some chicken home for an early dinner since I hadn't eaten lunch. When I got home, Puddy was lying on the back of the sofa on the blanket w/the heating pad underneath it, which means she was able to hop up there all by herself. Just a couple of days ago, she was too weak to manage. Then when she smelled the chicken, she came trit -trotting into the kitchen, so I took a chance and gave her a little bite. She ate it and wanted more, so I kept giving her bites until she'd had enough and walked away. Of course, the rest of the fur posse said "HEY! Do we have to get sick to get some chicken around here?!" so I ended up feeding most of my dinner to them. But who cares. My heart needed to see Puddy stronger and able to eat like that. My eyes are tearing up as I type this. The emotion is so bittersweet. I'm happy that Puddy is feeling better, yet sad at the thought of this house being w/out her. Ok, 'nuf o' that. I originally posted just so you could see that Puddy is doing better. Much better. Thank you for all your prayers and encouragement, friends. I love you all.

[RedHedd]

Aww! She's such a sweet little muffin, like my Mitzi. Yes, nothing is better than hearing them trot around and come galloping for food when they've been down sick for a bit. I just went through that with my little Mitzi. Prayers going out that Puddy continues to eat and improve.

[Purr-tender]

You are very welcome, Puddy. We are going to keep on praying for you and your meowme. You are a very loved and beautiful little girl. I have a little beauty just like you and she has paws together for you, too.

[phesina]

Oh, Puddy, what a great job! You go, girl!

What a lovely lady you are, and what sweet pictures.

God bless you and your mom both.

Love, {{{{{{HUGS}}}}}} and ~~~~~~PURRRRS~~~~~~,

Pat, Peony, Sydney, Poppy, Elmer, and Priscilla Angel (who is crumbling up a few potato chips for Puddy as I speak..)

[Freedom]

Such a sweet girl in those pictures!

Keep on eating and feeling stronger Puddy, that is the BEST medicine for your mom just now!

[slick]

Oh my, those pics of sweet Puddy have given me LES!!! Just look at that precious baby!!! No, we won't count you out yet. I'll bet you've got some spunk in you yet that will keep you going. So glad to hear that you enjoyed the chicken.

{{{hugs}}} and purrs...

[jenluckenbach]

Such a beautiful cat! :) I am glad you are having a good day.

[Medusa]

Such a beautiful cat! :)
Jen, when I first got her, Puddy was just about the size of the kitten that you're holding in the pic in your signature. That's how tiny she was. She's always been my tough girl and when I see her sick, it just makes me so sad. But she's having a good day, as you said, and that means I'm having a good day, too.

[krazyaboutkatz]

I'm so glad to hear that Puddy is eating much better and doing so well.:) She sure is a beautiful cat. I'll continue to keep her in my thoughts and prayers.

[Barbara]

Filou became 12 two weeks ago and he is still a little bit further from where Puddy is now but I see it just like you- as long as they are happy and eat and purr I will do anything for him.
But for sure I will not put him through a transplant- what is a 50% chance for a life of some years that could not be an easy life- looking at the meds they would need to make the transplant work.
Filou doesn't like meds- NOT- AT- ALL!!!
So I try to feed him as well as I can and to enjoy that he is around, even enjoy it when he is naughty which he preferrably is at 3 a.m.;). He sends some deep purrings to Puddy.

[orangemm]

How beautiful and sweet your Puddy is! What a darling girl. Your heart must have leaped when she came to you for chicken; I'll bet you were counting every little bite and praying for a little more (that's what I would have done).

We'll keep on keepin' on with the prayers...they must have helped a little!

[cassiesmom]

Precious, sweet, beautiful Puddy, the thought of you looking for chicken makes my eyes leak! I'll bet your meowmy is so relieved! Gentle HUGS to you, dear kitty girl.

[Anikaca77]

I'm praying for Puddy and you as well. Give her a kiss on the head for me.
*Many prays*

[Medusa]

[QUOTE=Anikaca77] Give her a kiss on the head for me.
[QUOTE]

I will when she wakes up. Right now she's sleeping behind my computer, snuggled up w/Creamsicle and snoring away. Music to my ears.

[phesina]

How sweet! More prayers and kisses and purrs for her and you both.

Pat and cats

[Medusa]

Someone asked how old Puddy is and I said 12/ 12. Well, I was off by a year. She's 13 1/2. Can't seem to get it into my head that we're into ' 08.

[Pawsitive Thinking]

Someone asked how old Puddy is and I said 12/ 12. Well, I was off by a year. She's 13 1/2. Can't seem to get it into my head that we're into ' 08.

Always takes me at least 6 months to catch up - and if anyone asks my age I really have to think about it :rolleyes:

Glad Puddy seems to be on the mend

[rg_girlca]

I am so happy to read that Puddy is having a good day and pray that she continues to have many, many, MANY more good days. :)

[Medusa]

[QUOTE=Brody's Mum]if anyone asks my age I really have to think about it :rolleyes: QUOTE]

If someone is brave enough to ask my age, I tell 'em that my son and I are the same age now. ;)

[Pawsitive Thinking]

We love you too Puddy

[Medusa]

Just thought I'd let you all know that Puddy is doing aces! She's eating several T of KD a day plus her cat chow and if she even gets a hint of chicken, she comes trit-trotting up to me to just "stare" at me. She sleeps a lot but I can tell she isn't in pain because when she's in pain, she's VERY vocal. She's still getting her subQ treatment once a day and her antibiotic and phosphorous binder twice a day and she puts up a stink about it which is also another good sign. It's when she doesn't fight me at all that I get concerned. So I wanted you all to know just how powerful positive prayer is, especially PT prayers!

[phesina]

What great news to read! You go, Puddy girl!

Prayers and loving wishes and healing energies continue from us,
Pat and the cats

[rosethecopycat]

fabulous news for Puddy!

Keep it up, girl :D y girl.

[jennielynn1970]

So glad to hear she is feeling spunkier! Yay Puddy!!!

[Catty1]

Yay, Puddy! You go girl! :D

[momcat]

Oh Mary, this is wonderful news about sweet Puddy!!! It sounds like her appetite is increasing and that has to be a positive! I loved it when you said she seems to be pain free and that she managed to get up on the heated blanket on her own. Puddy sure is a fighter! Please be assured that you and Puddy remain in my prayers. [[[[[[HUGS]]]]]] to both of you!!!!!

[jenluckenbach]

Wonderful news! YAY Puddy!!

[orangemm]

Yay Puddy is right!!! Awesome news!!!

Now Mary, will you relax a little, please? :)

(and Puddy, please eat a little bit more! ;) )

[krazyaboutkatz]

This is great news!!!:) I hope she continues to do well.:)

[kb2yjx]

This is good news about your Puddy!!! As long as a cat eats and is fiesty, I am happy!!!! Prayers that Puddy continues to get well!! A HUG for Mary!

[Kirsten]

So glad to read she's doing better! It's always so scary to see they're not well!

Please keep eating and recovering, little Puddy! :)

Kirsten