Filou is not ok :(

[Barbara]

While he was anesthesized for the dental cleaning I asked that they do the bloodwork because it is easier to get the blood. And I cannot tell why I was not sure about his fishy breath this time. And it looks as if he lost a little weight- half a pound, which of course is much regarding my little boy.

Turns out he has too much urea in his blood and they need more tests. Most likely it'll be the kidneys.

I am so worried. He'll go in again Friday. If it is a CRI (chronic renal insufficiency) the only thing that can be done is to slow it down (e.g. by diet food). It cannot be healed completely. All the other alternative diseases it could be are not very funny too.

I try not to sit in the office and to cry. You wouldn't believe what this little gracious, funny and tender guy means to me. (Of course I know you of all people would..........)

[moosmom]

Barbara,

I'm sorry to hear about Filou. I'll keep him in my prayers that he'll be okay. I know how difficult it is not to worry about our furkids. After all, they ARE our family!

(((((Hugs))))) to you kiddo!

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Oh no, Barbara! I'm so sorry to hear Filou's bloodwork was not what it should be. Chronic renal failure is what Tubby had - but was not what ultimately killed him. He managed quite well for 3 1/2 years and had the rest of his organs not started to give out, he would still be here because his renal output was actually quite good at the end. So it is something to worry about, but it is also quite manageable and I'm sure Filou will be around for many years to come. There is a lot of good information on the internet regarding chronic renal failure (CRF). I had a bunch of sites bookmarked, but I recently went through my favorites and deleted them all since I didn't need them anymore - sorry. However, a lot of the sites deal with the later stages and if you read through those, you will only imagine the worst and will expect it to all happen in the next month or two. This shouldn't be the case with Filou since you caught it early so those parts are good to read because it's good to know what's coming down the line, but don't worry too much about all that yet. Remember, Tubby didn't need fluids until the last month of his life.

I know this is a worrying time, but if anything it will make you appreciate daily life with Filou even more. Big {{{hugs}}} to you and Siegmar. :(

[slick]

Oh Barbara, I'm so sad reading this and I know just what you mean. My Speckles is in the beginning stages of renal failure but she's holding on OK with a low-protein diet. I know it's not the same thing as what Filou has but don't give up hope. Filou is in good hands; try not to worry too much. Oh dear, what am I saying?? I'd be worried sick.

hugs to you
slick xo

[furrykidsmother]

Barbara;

We will keep you and Filou in our prayers. Good thoughts going out to both of you. I know how much furkids mean. My 4 mean the world to me and I so miss the 2 furkids prior to them that are no longer with us. They are real babies with fur.

Good luck and keep us posted.

[sasvermont]

I hope all the extra love and attention he will get will allow him many more good years, as you treat his condition with the vet. Aby's are not known for the great health, as you may know. Paws and fingers crossed for a good/fast recovery for our Filou.

Barbara, chin up, I bet that little rascal will do fine for years to come.

Love,
SAS

[Logan]

Oh dear. Butter, Mimi and I send lots of kisses and hugs to you and Filou. I hope that everything will be just fine, Barbara, but I know you are worried. We are too!

Please let us know what you learn on Friday. Filou will certainly be in our prayers.

Logan

[Randi]

Oh Barbara, I'm SO sorry to hear about Filou's possible kidney problem. I hope it's not too serious. Of course you're worried sick, but you have caught it early, so I hope that the right diet will help. I'm sure you'll have Filou around for many years to come. :)

Fister and I are sending lots of kisses and healing thoughts to Filou, and hugs to you and Siegmar.

Please keep us updated.

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

Poor Filou, and poor you...! I am sure you were in time, and that a good diet will give him many more happy years with you! Good luck Filou!!

[shais_mom]

I am so sorry to hear this. Filou will be in my thoughts and prayers.

[lizbud]

Poor Filou.:( That is a worry. I will be keeping him in my prayers.
I hope the Vet has some better news next trip. {{Hugs}}.

[Cinder & Smoke]

:(

Hi God ~

We need sum HELP fur wunna Boots' Buddies - lil Filou da Kat.
He went in ta get hiz Tooferz Polished an dey
found sum *stuff* in hiz blood! :eek:

He'z goin in agin Friday fur more checkin -
kan You Drop In an Help wiffa testz?
We'd reelee 'preciate Your Help on this, God.

Anna Big {{{GodsHUG}}} fur Momma Barbara will Help, too!
Let her knowe whut ta buy fur Gud Grub fur him - she'll get dat rite away

THANKs, God!!

/s/ Boots, da Purrayer Kat

(Wiffa lil help frum da Purrayer Pups)

..

[Craftlady]

I'm so sorry to read this about Filou. Will keep good thoughts and prayers.

[Prairie Purrs]

All the Denver cats send their love to Filou.

[Catsnclay]

Tubby & Peanuts mom is right. Do not fret, there is hope!!

Lucky is also in the early stages and it took about 2 months of being on his special diet, and he is back to being a little kitty again :p :p

I know what your going through right now, and we are all here for you.

Hugs go out to all of you from us way over here!! Keep us updated!!

[Barbara]

Thanks to you all for your love and prayers. Filou is home and happy as a clam- so whatever it is I am sure it is an early stage. Now we have to wait for Friday.

I would have no idea how people without Pet Talk would deal with this!

[Edwina's Secretary]

Why am I just seeing this....:( :( :(

Poor little Filou......if he is feeling so good should they do a second test. Friday is two days away. Too long to wait!

[Killearn Kitties]

Barbara, I'm so sorry that you have had such a fright today with Filou!

I'm glad to know that he is feeling good tonight. All our fingers and paws will be crossed for Filou!

[smokey the elder]

Oh, poor Filou! Hugs and prayers that he'll feel better.

[jazzcat]

Poor Filou. I'm glad he is back home now and happy.

I'll be keeping him and you in my thought and prayers. We want only good news on Friday!

[Felicia's Mom]

Barbara, I am sorry to hear about Filou. He is in my prayers.

[catnapper]

Prayers for the magnificent Filou.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Barbara, I'm so sorry that to hear about Filou.:( Lots of prayers and postive thoughts are being sent your way. I hope sure hope that you'll get good news on Friday or that it's not as bad as you think. Please take care. {{{{HUGS}}}}

[catlover4ever]

Oh Barbara.....sending immediate prayers that everything will work out OK and Filou will be better soon. Please keep us posted.

[Corinna]

Hugs and Prayers to all.

[Vio&Juni]

We'll keep our fingers, and paws, and tails for a positive answer from the vets.
Barbara, try not to worry too much in advance.

[Barbara]

Filou looks at me and cannot understand why I worry. Unfortunately I will not be able to post tomorrow as I have to travel abroad for my boss:( and won't be back until Saturday.

Siegmar will take Filou to the vet and of course I'll call him in the evening. But as soon as I know more and am close to a computer I will post.

I can't tell you how much I appreciate that you all are here for me and my sweetest kitty boy.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Have a safe trip, Barbara. We will all be thinking of you and Filou and hoping for the best! :)

[jenluckenbach]

I am so sorry that I did not see this earlier. How scary this is. :( I will be praying for dear Filou and for you and Seigmar. It is good to know that he is feeling well, though.

[slick]

More hugs and prayers on the way for Filou. I'll be looking for a positive update soon.

[neko1]

Prayers for sweet Filou

[Randi]

Barbara, I keep sending positive thoughts for Filou - hope you'll get some good news today! :)

[Vermontcat]

Barbara, I'm sorry I didn't see this until now.
Hugs to you and Filou and I hope he feels better soon.

[Logan]

Barbara, did you get the test results? I hope Filou is having a good week this week!!! :)

Logan

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Logan, go here (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?s=&threadid=76983) to see the uppydate. :)

[Logan]

I just saw it. Thank you, Debbie! Wonder why I didn't see it this morning! :o

[shadowiefury]

I know how you feel. But my cat didnt get better... *sniff*
ILL ALWAYS REMEMBER MY CAT NALA!!!! *starts bawling*:(