Peanut to the white coats

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

I noticed Peanut scratching at the rug in the bathroom today so I watched her for a minute. She squatted and it looked like she was peeing on the rug, but nothing came out. :( I've noticed little dribbles in the litter box (mini size biscuits....bite size perhaps?) but this isn't uncommon for Peanut so I didn't think anything of it before, but squatting and not peeing earns her a trip to the white coats tomorrow. Hopefully it's just a UTI with antibiotics as treatment. I just worry because she's getting up there in years (16 1/2) and of course the worst always crosses ones mind when dealing with elderly kitties. :(

So, all good thoughts and prayers will be appreciated. Thanks in advance and I'll be sure and update tomorrow when we get home.

[slick]

Awwww, poor little Peanut. I sure hope things go well for the pretty princess and that it's nothing serious. With older kitties, any changes can bring on the panic mode for Meowmies. Now be a good girl and take your meds without any trouble.

ooops, I should clarify that I was talking to Peanut.... :D

[RedHedd]

Oh No! Not Peanut! Please pee, my little pretty princess! I hope it's something easily treatable!

[Randi]

Oh poor little Peanut! :( I hope it's not serious, but it does sound like a UTI. Hopefully, it can be treated with a bit of antibiotics.

We're keeping all fingers and paws crossed for you, sweetie.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Hi God ~

Prayer Pupz (anna Purrayer KAT, too) here ...

Do You have a minnit tumorrow?

Maybe Your kuld do a ride-along wiff lil PeaNutter ~
an make sure da White Coat *fixez* her problum.

THANKS, God!!

/s/ the 3 PP's anna P-Kat

[Craftlady]

Will keep good thoughts and prayers for Peanut. Hope he feels better soon. :)

[Medusa]

Prayers for Peanut are on the way! Our little furkids sure can keep us up at night, eh? They're worth every second! :)

Blessings to you and please keep us posted,
Mary

[carole]

I sure hope Peanut is going to be ok and that whatever is bothering her can be fixed up without any problems, thinking of you and peanut and hoping for a good outcome., keep us posted., please.

[furrykidsmother]

Prayers and good thoughts on their way for Peanut & you too! Hope it is nothing serious and that a little medicine will make things OK. Please let us know as soon as you can.

[Shady]

Wishing, hoping and praying for a quick and simple solution to Peanut's problem.

Shady
Tinkerbelle
Kewpie
Spike
& Rocky.

[jenluckenbach]

Praying for Peanut.

[ChrisH]

Poor Princess Peanut. :( Prayers on the way.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Thanks everybody. :)

The good news is it's only a UTI. I guess as female cats get older and can't/don't groom themselves as well as they should, they get more prone to UTIs because of the positioning of their plumbing. So, she's on 1/2 Baytril for 10 days and I have to help her keep her butt clean with baby wipes, and I'll probably trim her fur in that area to help her keep it clean also. I felt so bad because I tried to get a urine sample this morning and all I got were a couple of dribbles and they were all red - poor little girl. :(

And the not so good news - but not necessarily bad news - is that her left thyroid is enlarged. They took blood and will have the results on Monday. He said if she has hyperthyroidism it's no big deal and it can be managed with meds. He noticed how she had licked the bottom of her leg clean and he said that might be a symptom of the hyperthyroidism which makes sense because you get all tense and uptight with hyperthyroidism. So if we control it with meds, hopefully she'll stop licking herself bare and maybe....just maybe...she'll relax a little more with CJ and maybe actually enjoy playing with him.....maybe? ;)

So, all in all not a bad trip. At least I know the UTI is being dealt with. I scolded her and asked her why she didn't tell me sooner that she wasn't feeling good - the little snot. ;) I've also been shooting water into her to make sure she's drinking enough to help flush it out. She just loves that part. :rolleyes:

Thanks again for all the good thoughts and prayers. She's going to be good as new in no time. :D

[jenluckenbach]

Poor Peanut, but she should be feeling better real soon. Will be waiting for the test results.

[slick]

So glad to find out it's just a UTI.....although these things shouldn't be taken lightly. It's treatable, and that's the main thing.

I'm keeping my fingers and paws crossed for good results on Monday and you don't have to deal with the hyperthyroidism.

Debbie, Auntie Slick sends some gently kisses to that pretty princess and some scritchies to CJ. :)

[Medusa]

Whew! Glad it's a UTI and not something more serious. Well, it can be serious but you caught it and it's treatable. Thank goodness! I'm so glad!

Blessings,
M

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by Tubby & Peanut's Mom

I've also been shooting water into her to make sure
she's drinking enough to help flush it out.

She just loves that part. :rolleyes:

Boots used to "like" the :eek: *SQUWIRT Gun* too (NOT)!

Actually, he learned to "tolerate" it fairly well -
(I din't have to >chase< hin for 5 minutes each time he
needed "a drink"!)

Try some KLAN Juze in her water! :p
(not)

You might try TUNA Juze - Bootsy did really *GO* for that mixed
in his wadder kup!

Hope the blood work comes back reasonably "normal"!

Feel Better SOON, PeaNutter! ;)

[Barbara]

When I started to read the thread I was fairly confident that it's an UTI because it was exactly Tigris' symptoms. Now regarding the fact that Peanut is an elderly lady I think it's amazing that she "only" has two relatively easy things ;) This girl is still healthy:)

You know that with T. and F. the drinking works best when I add a little teaspoon of warm water to their food. They first lick the water and then eat:)

All the best for you and sweet Princess Peanut:)

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Got a ton of stuff to do today to empty out the old motorhome, but I wanted to give a quick uppydate on Peanut. She is definitely feeling better! She wasn't really acting abnormal before, but today she is so active and looking for attention and just generally being goofy that she even went looking for CJ to pick a fight! :D It's after 9:00 am and she's still up and at 'em and sniffing at the open back door. CJ's already in bed but not Peanut.

So, once again the PT prayers did the trick and my little girl is feeling so much better. Thanks. :D

[jenluckenbach]

Wonderful news. Antibiotics can do wonders (as can PT prayers).

[trayi52]

Glad to hear Peanut is feeling better. Praying that she contunues to feel better and better all the time.

Willie:)

[RedHedd]

Aw Peanut! I'm glad you're feeling better. If it's any consolation Mishi is on the same drug, except he has to take 1 1/4 pills per day for the next three months! I cut the 1 into halves to it's easier for him to swallow, although he now knows what it means when I approach him with the little pill top ... my goofy boy.

I'm glad the little girl is feeling better and I hope the blood tests come back with very little else wrong with her.

Gentle hugs and smooches to Peanut and CJ.

[slick]

What great news Debbie.

Pssst, Peanut, close your ears. I don't think you're a snot.....you're a royal Princess and you demand to be treated as such!

I bow at your paws....I am now worthy, I am not worth... ;) :D

[furrykidsmother]

Wonderful news! Glad that Peanut is doing so much better!

[krazyaboutkatz]

Debbie, I'm so glad that Peanut is starting to feel better and that it was only a UTI.:) Hopefully her blood test will also come back normal. Please take care.:)

[Killearn Kitties]

Oh poor Peanut! I'm sorry I missed the fact that you weren't well, sweetie!I'm glad you have been so active since! :D

[smokey the elder]

Peanut, please take your meds like a good girl. I hope her bloodwork comes back OK.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Thanks so much everybody. Here's another uppydate. The vet called yesterday and her blood work was good. The thyroid levels were on the high side of normal so he wants me to bring her back in about 3 months to monitor her weight and get another thyroid "reading." However, this is the same thing that happened last time she had a UTI and when I brought her back her levels were right back to normal - so I'm not too worried, but I will take her back.

Now the upsetting news - to me anyway - she had a minor setback today. She always comes in the bathroom with me in the morning when I take a shower. When I got out of the shower there was a little pee spot on the rug - with two bright red blood spots next to it! I got baby wipes to help keep her butt clean (which she just adores! :rolleyes: ) and when I went to wipe her butt it looked like maybe the blood came from her butt! You know, like it would have squeezed out her butt as she strained to pee? (sorry for being gross)

I'm going to call the vet today and let him know about this and see what he says, but by now the antibiotics should really be kicking in and she shouldn't be straining as much anymore. Twice I saw her squat this morning already with no results. :(

The only time T and/or P had a UTI in the past, the antibiotics kicked in right away and there was none of this blood stuff, so do any of you have any idea if it's normal to have a little setback like this? She is getting diarrhea from the antibiotic which I know is fairly normal... Oh, and she is still acting completely normal and eating and drinking like normal. Didn't skip a beat when it was time to beg for morning treats. :rolleyes: Whew! :)

Any ideas?

[furrykidsmother]

I believe that it is normal with a UTI that there could be some blood in the urine especially in the early stages of medication. When I was told that Gidget had a UTI (which she didn't as it turned out), but they told me not to be surprised if I saw blood in her urine.

[Barbara]

It can take a day until the antibiotics kick in but you should monitor her closely- it could be crystals, sands etc.

Hey Peanut, tell your mewomie what's wrong with you. It would be so good if they could tell us:(

[Shady]

The only idea I have is from a one time experience with a UTI that was extremely stubborn to get rid of. I'm not even sure this will help at all as Peanut is already on Baytril.

Tinkerbelle had one and yes there was blood eventually. I took her in and they prescribed clavamox. Things went fine she finished the meds and then went for the retest and all clear. Then about a week later it came back with a vengeance and she was taken back, she was vomitting now, slowly dehydrating and lethargic, it was really quick. They kept her did all sorts of tests, xrays, you name it. They were baffled. This was my very first experience with a UTI ever.

They switched her to Baytril shots, once a day for a week because of the nausea she seemed to be having from oral meds. She actually had another shot so nothing would upset her tummy.

They decided that either the Clavamox was not effective with her UTI or that she was sensitive to it in a bad way.

I noticed an improvement within 48 hrs. with the blood and straining.

She recovered quickly and fully after that. I just wonder if it's the same with them as human's, sometimes one medication will work for one person and not another. I'm wondering if a different antibiotic would work.

I'd run that one by the vet.

I hope they get to the bottom of this really quickly, it's heartbreaking to watch them suffer like that and not know what to do.

Get well soon Peanut!

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Ok, now I'm worried. He wants me to bring her in for an ultrasound to make sure she doesn't have a tumor in her bladder. :(

We're going to finish the antibiotics and add a pain killer and then next Monday she'll have an ultrasound. :(

[furrykidsmother]

Oh no! Sorry to hear that. I certainly hope it is nothing as serious as that! Peanut, please be good and get better. Hope the meds do the trick and I hope Peanut is not in any pain. Keep us posted and good luck with the ultrasound. Hopefully, it is just a precaution and will find nothing. Hugs and good thoughts on their way!

[krazyaboutkatz]

Debbie, I sure hope that Peanut will feel better soon and that it's nothing serious. Lots of prayers and positive thoughts are being sent your way. Please take care.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Gosh, I'm sorry, I just now saw this!

Peanut baby, all my cats have their paws crossed for you and I have fingers crossed and prayers flying.

Feel better soon, sweetie!:(

[Barbara]

Oh no, Debbie- I hope this is just a thing to judge something out.

We keep our paws crossed. These days many PT kitties will sit with crossed paws all the time!

[Cinder & Smoke]

Hi God ~

Did'Ya *miss* our urlier kall - a kuple daze ago??

It'z about our Buddie - lil PeaNut, da Kat ~

We wuz Hopin she'd be All Better by now ...
Kan You paLeeze <ride along> to da White Coats wiff her an Mom
fur dat "ultrasound thingie"?

We'd reallee like to hear dat test is "clear" -
an dat da UTI problem is goin away!

THANKS, God!

/s/ da Purrayer Kat anna Prayer Pups

[gini]

mmm, Debbie, going to jump right on the prayer line for Peanut.

[Shady]

We're hoping the meds kick in long before that and that the ultra sound isnt necessary.

Peanut is in our prayers.

[slick]

:( :( :( Oh Debbie, please don't panic. I'm sure your vet is very thorough and just wants to make sure of things before proceeding.

Mega prayers on the way that the ultrasound reveals nothing. I see the prayer pups are doing their thing so I just know a miracle will happen.

slick
xo

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Thanks everybody but.....sorry Slick, I'm starting to panic! I remember last night Peanut was not upstairs with us, which she usually is. I went down to see where she was at and.....she was laying in the exact same spot where Tubby spent his last days! :( She normally does not lay there and I remember thinking at the time that it was odd she was sleeping there - why there?

So ever since I remembered that about an hour ago, I've been trying to hold back the panic. I'm busy here at work so I'm trying not to let my imagination runaway, but gosh darnit all I want to do is leave and get her to the vet NOW!

Probably part of what is fueling my panic also is the fact that we're leaving tomorrow to go to Texas to pick up the new motorhome and P & CJ are not coming with us since it will just be long days of driving with no fun stuff thrown in..... We're not leaving bright and early so I thought I could get her in early tomorrow morning, but my boss's mother is having surgery so I thought I'd be nice and come to work for a few hours to help him out.....drat, why did I tell him that? :(

So, I need to calm down. Peanut is still eating and drinking fine and acting completely normal, so it can't be anything too bad....can it? :(

[Jennie Lu]

I'm sorry to hear about your Peanut. It's frustrating not knowing what exactly is wrong with them. Is it possible Peanut has become resistant to the type of antibiotic given? Maybe trying a different type? I found out, too, that the clumping litter causes more UTI's in cats than the clay litter as the small grains "clump" onto any area that touches it when they go. Also learned to be careful with clay litter that has scents in it as some kitties are sensitive to the perfumes/deodorants. Of course, I'm sure I'm restating what you already know. Lots of cuddles to Peanut and prayers for a speedy, easy recovery.

Jennie Lu

[Barbara]

Debbie stay calm- the main thing is about peeing and you'll know that by tomorrow. It's a good sign if she is eating and acting normal:).

Don't let it haunt you that she slept on that spot- she didn't feel purrfect- so she wanted to be alone and that spot obviously is best (in terms of Feng Shui) for cats who don't feel ok.

{{{{{Hugs}}}}}

[jenluckenbach]

Will Peanut be boarding at the vet's while you are away? If not, I highly recommend it, especially since there are questions unanswered. You will feel better knowing she is there, and her caregiver (if not the vet) will have less worry placed on her.

I know a vet can palpate a bladder to feel if it is full or not, I wonder if they'd be able to feel any tumors?

Was the urine tested for crystals as well as infection?

Also, diarrhea, caused by the antibiotic, could casue some irritation and therefore bleeding.

(sorry my thought seem all messed up here. I hope they all make sense to you)

{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by Barbara
and that spot obviously is best (in terms of Feng Shui) for cats who don't feel ok.
{{{{{Hugs}}}}}

Thanks for the smile, Barbara. :) I hadn't thought of it in terms of Feng Shui. but you are so right! :)

[Killearn Kitties]

Lots of hugs and positive vibes winging their way to you and Peanut tonight. Come on Peanut baby, keep eating and drinking and feel better.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by jenluckenbach
Was the urine tested for crystals as well as infection?


Yes, he did say there were no crystals - whew!

As for boarding, I didn't think it was anything more than a UTI, so I was just going to have the normal pet sitter come in twice a day for them and to give Peanut her meds. She has administered meds before and has no problem with it. I will see how Peanut is doing tonight when I get home, and if things seem better I'll just leave it as is, but if I think she's worse or no better, I'll just take all day tomorrow off and take her for the ultrasound tomorrow morning before we leave and my boss will just have to deal with it. He did have to "express" her bladder while she was there because I couldn't get a good sample from her before we went. He didn't mention that he felt anything unusual, but then again he wasn't specifically feeling for that either.

Oh, and I've also given the vet the pet sitter's name and I will be giving her a letter authorizing her to make decisions on Peanut's behalf. Of course if anything majorly serious happened they would consult me first, but to just bring her in and have the vet look her over she has complete authority.

[Barbara]

About Feng Shui - cats have invented it:)

I am sure you are doing the right things:)

[Medusa]

Wow, that feng shui comment was quite helpful to me, too. I thought the same thing as you did, Debbie, when my Puddy slept in the same spot as Peeka before Peeka passed over. Let's pray this one through together. :)

Blessings,
M

[smokey the elder]

Smokey the Elder had a tough URI 8 years ago and ended up having to go on a very strong antibiotic called Tribrissen since Clavamox and Baytril didn't work. Poor Peanut may have a resistant strain, or maybe the meds take awhile to kick in. Smokey had some scary output while the meds were working.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

I talked to my boss and I'm not coming to work tomorrow but will instead take Peanut to the vet. The boss is usually a pain in the you know what, but sometimes he's just the best! :D I'm glad I will have some answers before we leave. :)

[Barbara]

Glad I'll know too. I'm on a business trip tomorrow but I'll check as soon as I come home.

[jenluckenbach]

GOOD! Waiting is the hardest part, and now you won't have to wait as long.

[slick]

Debbie, I'm so glad that you are taking the day off tomorrow. Best of luck, my friend and I'll be saying a special prayer tonight.

[Jennie Lu]

Good luck tomorrow, Peanut. I hope they make ya all better.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Debbie, I hope that everything goes well with Peanut tomorrow. Good luck and please keep us updated.:)

[sandragonfly]

YAY! tomorrow!! waiting is not a good feeling! :eek: :( glad you get to get her in earlier (and have the sweetest boss in the world!) and have her check a little bit extra more..

it's a heartbreaking to hear that your dear peanut was sleeping in the same spot of tubby's! SCARY!! :( :( hope she'd not do that again!!

hang in there, little princess peanut, please! do not leave or go down ...yet!

imagine me sitting next to you at white coats and hugging you :)

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

Oops, just saw this thread. I should check out "Cat Health" more often...

Get better as soon as you can dear Peanut!

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

She has a small tumor. :(

Although the vet felt her prognosis was good. He thinks we caught it early enough, and she is healthy otherwise, so she is probably under the knife as we speak.

They are going to keep her there and I'll pick her up on Monday. I felt this was the best because we couldn't take her with us, and I didn't want to leave her home alone with only the pet sitter coming in, so they will take good care of her until I can pick her up, and that will also give her a good chance to heal before CJ starts stalking her again. ;)

So, please say a prayer that he gets it all and that she will have a full recovery. :(

Terry said that since I left with her, CJ has been roaming the house looking for her. Poor little guy is going to be home alone all weekend, but Anne will be coming in twice a day so hopefully he won't be too lonely. :(

[CagneyDog]

Prayers for Peanut on the way :(

[slick]

:( :( I just can't imagine how scared you must be. I wish I could take the first plane over there and look after little Peanut and CJ while you are gone.

It's good that the vet said her prognosis is good so try not to worry.....yeah, I know...easier said than done. I'm sure you will be worrying all weekend until you bring the little Princess back home.

Mega prayers on the way and gentle {{{hugs}}} to you, my friend.

[furrykidsmother]

Prayers for Peanut on the way! Hope she has a quick recovery. I agree it best to leave her where she can be cared for and watched while you are gone. Speedy recovery sweetie and CJ try not to be to lonely. She'll be back soon!

[dukedogsmom]

I hope everything will be alright. And when she gets home, CJ can be a great nurse for her.

[trayi52]

Prayers are on the way for Peanut from TN, Debbie. Praying that Peanut will come through this surgery and be back in tip top health.

Willie

[Laura's Babies]

Awww gee! I hate to hear she even has to got through anything!!! She is such a sweet little thing. I know you will be wooried to death having to leave.. I will remember her in my prayers and I sure hope (and pray) that she is come through it like a champ and have no further problem!!

I worry about CJ being left alone without you or his buddy Peanut... Have your sitter watch him close and see if he is eating.. When Rie went to Colorado and left Chester and Annie at home alone, he grieved so bad, he didn't eat and lost a noticable amount of weight.. (he had it to loose though). He had never been left that long without someone in the house with him.

Then again, CJ may love having the run of the house and hate it when you come back and invade his territory!!

[catlover4ever]

Oh Debbie, I did not see this post until you cross posted. I'm sending immediate good thoughts and lots of prayers for Peanut and for you and Terry as well. Please keep us posted.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Hellow, God ~

This wun's kinda *Urgent*!

We hope You're AT da Hoppsbittle wiff lil PeaNutter ~
Helpin wiff da Sir Jury ...

Please guide da Sir Jury Guy's handpaws ...
an be sure dey getz all dat nasty stuff outta her.

Kan You <drop in> ebery day - ta check up on her an let her know
she hazint been furgot?
An whilst You're visitin wiff PeaNutter - mite az well run ober
to da Howze - an say Hellow ta CJ, too.
He's gonna be purty lonesum wiffout PeaNutter AND Mom & Dad!

An while we'z at it -
maybe You kuld <ride along> wiff Deb & Terry while they're off <fetchin>
da new Rollin Howze - guide em onnna Safe Trip, pleeze.

THANKS, God!

/s/ the Prayer Pups anna Purrayer Kat

[sirrahbed]

awww Debbie:( How scary to have all of this happening - and to sweet pretty little Peanut!! I should also check Health more often:(

I will check for updates - will you have phone/internet while you are hone?? Please be careful on your trip and let us know when you know something moer OK?

Sounds like your babies are in excellent hands and will be fine and dandy on your return. Ggod that Peanut will be with the vet to do her healing and recovering!!

I know you will worry though (it's your job as a Meowmie!:rolleyes: )

[smokey the elder]

Hugs and prayers on the way for Peanut!

[Killearn Kitties]

I'm so sorry this is all happening now. What rotten timing! Peanut is in the best place though.

Good luck baby girl! Hugs all round.

[lizbud]

Prayers on the way for Peanut. I hope the surgery goes easily
and she recovers quickly. Prayers also for C J & you on the trip.

[NKBurlington]

I'm just reading this now.

I am praying for Peanut's full recovery!

[lv4dogs]

Oh my gosh Debbie I am so sorry to hear you're having such a rough time with Peanut. I'm glad that you caught it early though. I'm sending tons of good thoughts your way. I hope Peanut has a succesful sugery & a speedy recovery.

I can't believe I missed this thread, that'll teach me to visit cat health more often.

[BigB_Kittys]

Prayers and hugs to Peanut for a quick and full recovery. Also, hugs to you and Terry at this emotional time as well as to CJ that he won't be too lonely while his big sister is at the vet's.

Regards,

Brian

Ontario, Canada

[gini]

Dear Deb,

I am glad that you took Peanut in this morning. And even though the news wasn't what you wanted to hear - it is good that Peanut will be at the vets while you are away.

Hopefully you will worry a bit less knowing she is in good hands.

Have a safe trip and we will be anxious to hear about Peanut's
progress.

Hugs to you.

[anna_66]

Debbie I'm sorry I'm just now seeing this. I do hope that everything is going to be a-ok with Peanut when she's done with the surgery.
I'll be keeping her in my thoughts and prayers as I know this will be a long weekend for you.
{{{HUGS}}}
Anna

[jazzcat]

Oh Debbie, I'm so sorry. I've missed all this until now but know that prayers and good thoughts are on the way.

Please have a safe trip and keep us updated when you can.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Tons of prayers on the way for precious Peanut!
She's in the best possible place to be while you are gone.
(((HUGS))) to you all!

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Just got a call from the vet. He had to take about 1/2 her bladder, but he thinks he got it all. What he took out is going to the pathologist and then we'll know if he got it all - he didn't seem to want to discuss what would be the next step if he didn't get it all, so I figure we'll deal with that if/when necessary.

For now he said she is awake and looking around. I'm sure they have her on good pain meds but she's probably bewildered - poor little girl. :(

But all in all things are as good as can be expected at this point. They are taking good care of her and he will be in touch with any new news. I will also be calling in on a regular basis to check up on her.

I will have internet access for part of the trip - wherever my Verizon card works, so I will keep you all updated.

Thank you all so much for the prayers and positive thoughts but it wouldn't hurt to keep them coming for now.

And thanks Phred, you covered just about everything there. ;)

We're filling up with water now and then we're off, so I'll check in later.

[Shady]

Poor Peanut :( Poor you, this has to be extremely upsetting.
We have our fingers, toes and everything else we can think of hoping and wishing everything turns out well for Peanut and she makes a complete recovery.

Prayers on the way. Peanut, hang in there.

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[krazyaboutkatz]

Debbie, I'm so sorry to hear about Peanut.:( Lots of prayers and positive thoughts are being sent your way. I sure hope that the vet was able to get all of the bad stuff out of her and that she makes a speedy recovery. Please take care. (((HUGS)))

[luvofallhorses]

Sorry I am just now seeing this. :( Please get better soon, Peanut!!!

{{{many hugs to the both of you}}}

[RedHedd]

I'm just seeing this now as my phone lines at home were knocked out by the earthquake retrofit people :mad: Poor Peanut! I do hope they got it all out and that she heals quickly and well and continues to thrive with your family. Prayers going out your way for a speedy recovery for sweet Peanut! The M's send gentle head bumpies and Mishi says meow.

[shais_mom]

poor sweet Peanut..
Hugs gently on the way for you and Terry and the kitties!!

[Ginger's Mom]

I am so sorry to hear this. A lot to deal with at once. I hope that they got everything out of poor Peanut. And of course we will add Peanut and your family in our prayers. Oh and CJ, enjoy your quiet weekend, Mom, Dad and sis will all be home soon.

[furrykidsmother]

Glad to hear that she is through the surgery! Speedy recovery sweetheart! Try to relax, she is in good hands. Check in and update us when you can.

[ramanth]

Oh my goodness! I'm so sorry I'm just now seeing this. :(

Poor Peanut!! I hope the surgery is successful and that she recovers quickly.

*HUGS*

[neko1]

I am just now seeing this, Poor Peanut!!! Lots of prayers and good vibes coming your way sweetie

[Craftlady]

Oh my, I've finally gotten through all the posts and updates. I'm so sorry you had to go through this with Peanut. Will keep good thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery. :)

[christa]

Oh poor Peanut! I am so sorry . . . I can't believe I'm just now seeing this . . . poor baby . . . I really hope they got it all!

I'll be praying for your sweet Peanut! Keep us updated!

[jenluckenbach]

I just got the updates. Poor Peanut. Praying for the best results with the pathology. I must admit that I am glad she will be staying with the vet while you are gone, I just feel it is the best place for her right now.

Should I fly a buddy over to stay with Cracker Jack over the weekend? ;)

[Uabassoon]

Oh poor Peanut! I'm so sorry to hear about this. Peanut is a tough little girl I'm sure that she will recover quickly.

Hugs to you and Peanut.

[Cataholic]

I am so sorry to read this, and you being away from home right now, too. :(

Hoping and praying for the best.

[NoahsMommy]

I'm sorry I missed all this too. :(

Peanut is in my prayers...get well, sweet girl.

[Vio&Juni]

Poor dear Peanuts! We'll keep our paws and fingers crossed for you. Let's hope the lab will give you good news.

[sasvermont]

Oh my. I hope things run smoothly for your pretty girl. I just love that "little peanut".

Keep us posted.

((((((((((((((((Peanut)))))))))))))))))

SAS and her brats

[orangemm]

Keeping Peanut in my thoughts & prayers.

Get better FAST. sweetie!

[Barbara]

I think doing surgery like this with a kitty of her age means the doc really was sure the outcome would be good:)

I am so sorry that Peanut baby and you have to go through this (and Terry must be devastated as well) but she is in good hands now and can be taken care of better maybe than you would (although there will be no love like youre to help her recover next week):)

[sandragonfly]

*watery eyes* sorry you're having a tumor cat. it comes to be a pain in ..... that you fed, guard and love your dear one very well and this still has to come! :(

well soon better than late. you and peanut went into my thoughts immediately and will continue until peanut is all well!!
think about having her coming home and be with you as well as she's 'looking around' for you ;)
{{hugs}}

[kittycats_delight]

Sorry I haven't replied before now but I jusr couldn't. This one hits too close to home. I lost my RB Mysti as a result of a tumor. I want we to know I am with you and peanut every step of the way. And am hoping and praying beyond belief for her full recovery. Please keep us posted.

[Kfamr]

I just now saw this, Debbie, and i'm sorry I didn't see it sooner.


Hope it's a quick recovery and the doc got everything he needed to get from sweet Peanut!


{{HUGS}} to you all!!

[Edwina's Secretary]

Who needs a whole bladder anyway? Heal quickly sweet Peanut!

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Thanks again everyone. We're stopped for fuel so I thought I'd let you know that I called the vet around 3:30 pm, and it turns out they leave at 2:00 pm on Wednesdays so there was no one to answer the phone. I'm sure they have someone checking in on the surgery patients though.

I will call in tomorrow morning and let you know how she's doing.

Drat, I wish I had known because it would have been nice to have an uppydate before bed, but I know the PT Prayer line is on it and she'll be better than new in no time.

Barbara, I agree, if she had been a frail old lady cat, I'm sure he would have advised differently. Sara, you're right! And besides, the little old ladies always need Depends, don't they? ;)

On a side note, we stopped for fuel at one place and had to go to a different place because the first place ran out of fuel. First of all high prices....now a shortage? :confused:

[Jennie Lu]

Get well soon, Peanut!! I'm praying for you and your mommy.

[jenluckenbach]

First of all high prices....now a shortage?
Maybe the station couldn't afford to buy the gas. :eek: :rolleyes:
(just a little humor ;) )

[catnapper]

{{{HUGS}}}} I am stunned to hear this news. I will be praying for a speedy and complete recovery. I told the kitties to keep all their paws crossed for her.

Peanut sweetie... please get better real soon, ok?

[popcornbird]

Oh Debbie. I *just* got to this thread! Prayers for beautiful, princess Peanut. She's one of my favorite kitties on all of PT!

{{{hugs}}}

[CalliesMom]

I am so sorry that I missed this thread but just wanted to give my prayers to Peanut.

[auggie]

Oh Debbie, I'm so sorry.
Lots of prayers for your beautiful Peanut girl.
Poor baby! I hope she recovers quickly from the surgery.
The vet sounds very positive and that has to be a good sign.
Get well soon, sweet Peanut!

[catfamily]

I'm so sorry I got here so late.Peanuts I am praying hard for you.Wow.A tumor I would never had guessed.Poor baby.Thank God Peanuts has you.Get well real soon Peanuts.
We love you.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

I had a thought....my poor baby probably has a cone on:(:( ...and I'm not there to take pictures....:( ...poor little girl....and she probably got her leg shaved for the IV, right? Don't they normally do that when they have surgery?

Thanks so much again everybody. I know she's probably resting comfortably....but I sure wish I was with her as she rested comfortably....:(

We're in St. Robert, MO for the night. I'll check in again in the morning after I talk to the vet. Although my internet service will be more spotty tomorrow so I'll check in when I can and let you know how the little patient is doing.

[Vermontcat]

I'm so sorry that I didn't see this thread until now.
Hugs to you.
It must be hard for you and Terry not to be with her while she is recovering from her surgery.
Get well soon little Peanut girl! We all love you here at Pet Talk.:)

[tonnerrebird]

I remember how Lucy's trouble thyroid caused urinary problems, and I'm glad that's Peanut's looking at a full recovery. Man, I feel old. I remember first seeing Peanut at your mom's house. I always thought she was beautifully colored. I remember Tubby as well, and I still have to meet CJ.

Me, my husband, and my zoo all wish Peanut to get well soon.

[LoudLou]

Dear Peanut,

Please get well soon.

Much Love,
THE Beans

[Medusa]

Aw, sweet li'l Peanut girl. Hang in there and you, too, Mom. Positive prayers are still going out to you all.

Blessings,
M

[TopCat3]

Wishing Peanut a full return to health as soon as possible. I saw the earlier posts "it's just a UTI " and thought all was ok - just checked in again now and learned about the operation/tumour etc. You must be beside yourself with worry, having to travel at this time. My thoughts are with you and your cats, the one in surgery the other "home alone", bless him. If love and the support on here count for anything, (and they do, of course)Peanut will be just fine, it just takes time. One day at a time. Best wishes from me and my two girls:)

[lv4dogs]

I'm glad she's doing good & is in good hands.

Still sending wishes for yous for a speedy & succesfull recovery!

[Randi]

Oh poor little Peanut! :( I'm sorry you can't be with her, but I hope by now she's recovering from her surgery, with or without a cone - probably best she has one on. Yes, she has most likely been shaved too, but the little lady won't care what she looks like - and you're not there to laugh at her. ;)

Sweet Peanut, get better soon!! We're all rooting fo you! :)

Sending kisses and headbumpies to you girl, and hugs to your mom and dad.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Got an update this morning, but it was like pulling teeth out of the girl who answered the phone. All she did was answer my questions with brief answers and I'm thinking "C'mon, I want information here!" :eek:

Anyway, she has not eaten yet, but that is normal after what she's been through. And she was eating like a little piggy before I took her in, so I'm sure once she's feeling better she'll start eating again. I asked if she had a cone on and the girl said no, she's still pretty weak and just laying around - which is also normal after what she's been through. She did say that Peanut is very sweet and they're all taking turns petting her and talking to her, so that made me feel a little better. I'm sure they still have her on some pretty good pain meds also, so she's still probably pretty out of it, but I'm sure she's wondering what's going on and why her meowmy isn't there...poor little girl. :(

But all in all it was a good update. I asked if there had been any setbacks and she said no, Peanut is doing as well as can be expected after a major surgery like this.

I miss her here in her carrier next to my chair and we drive, and yes, I even miss CJ and his constant meowing and kicking his carrier and rolling around and causing a ruckus. ;) Terry even said he misses having them here. :D

[ramanth]

Thanks for the update Debbie. I hope Peanut continues to improve. *HUGS*

[furrykidsmother]

Glad to hear that Peanut is doing well and that they are making a fuss over her. Once she starts to feel a little better I am sure she will regain her appetite. By the way, yes I am sure they had to shave her leg to put the catheter in during surgery. Don't be surprised if she keeps pointing it out to you when you return. Gidget had her surgery almost 4 weeks ago and the fur is finally growing back nicely, but up until a few days ago, she kept showing it to me as if to say "is it going to stay like this forever"?

Speedy recovery sweet Peanut. Know that your Mewomie misses you and will be back with you soon. Hope CJ is doing well too.

[kittycats_delight]

Oh Peanut it is sooo good to know you are doing better. I hope and pray with all my heart and soul that you will have a quick and productive recovery and be back to your beautiful sweet self before long. You have had us all very worried and your meowmie and pawpie miss having you with them terribly. You get well sweetie. Scritchies for you little one and lots and lots of cuddles and kisses.

Keep us posted on how she is coming along Debbie. Your Peanut and her recovery is close to my heart.

[Jennie Lu]

The vet tech probably has a standard routine for answers to follow for furkids that have had major surgery. I think it sounds like Peanut is doing very well, especially with all the extra loving she's getting there. She'll be so spoiled she won't want to come home! I know you're anxious to get home and see her for yourself, and I bet she'll be glad to see you. Give her headbumpies from her hospital roomie, Sammy boy!

[jenluckenbach]

The update sounds good. (it is going to seem like forever until you see her again, isn't it?)

[Barbara]

So good that at least you could hear something of Peanut- I am sure they must love her over there. Who could not love her:)

Virtual hugs for both of you.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Hi everybody, reporting in from just south of Greenville, TX, just Northeast of Dallas. I called again about 45 minutes before closing, hoping it would be a little slow for them, and I think I was successful. The tech was a little more forthcoming with information and I also got to talk to the doc. First of all though, the tech answered in her normal business voice. I said this is Debbie and I'm just calling to check up on Peanut. She immediately went into a sweet sappy voice and said "Awww Peanut, she's such a sweety." :D I think she's charming the pants off them. :D

Anyway, onto the important stuff. The tech then asked me what Peanut normally eats. Seems they haven't been able to get her to eat much yet, but I think that's still normal and starting to get a little worrisome, but not too much yet.

Then I got to talk to the doc. He said she's doing fine for what she's been through. She's producing urine which is good, and he said she is not incontinent because where she lays is not wet, but she's not making it to the box all the time either so he's watching that. But he explained she only has 50% of her bladder left, and the bladder itself went through quite a trauma, so so far nothing is out of the ordinary. He did say that eventually the bladder will stretch a little more, but more than likely she will have to go to the bathroom more often than before, which is to be expected if your bladder is smaller. And I would think, if it's painful to move, I wouldn't make it all the way to the bathroom either!

So he said everything is going as well as can be expected and she's doing well. She is up and moving around, but still weak, which is also to be expected.

I know that even if I was home, I wouldn't feel comfortable bringing her home yet, but at least I'd be able to visit her, and let her know her meowmy hasn't abandoned her, but we'll be home before she and we know it and she's better off at the vet anyway. But yes Jen, it has already seemed like forever, and I just wish I could give her a little smooch and tell her its all going to be ok....:(

But, like I say, all in all, she's doing as well as can be expected. I will be calling again tomorrow morning, but we pick up the new motorhome tomorrow and then we travel back to Oklahoma where there is no signal, so I will check in when I can.

Please keep the good thoughts and prayers going for my little sweet pea - thanks. :( :)

[slick]

Sounds as if she's doing OK, although I know there will be a few more weeks of healing. I'm sure she misses you just as much as you miss her. Don't worry Daddy, she'll be on your lap again in no time. ;)
I'm home tomorrow morning until 9am if you need to talk.

slick
xo

[NoahsMommy]

Debbie,
I'm glad to see a good update on Peanut. She sounds like she's doing really well, especially considering such a large surgery.

I agree, I think its best she's recovering at the vet vs. at home. I'd be scared too! ;)

I'll be keeping her in my prayers.

Hugs,
Kelly :)

[TopCat3]

Well, this looks like good news, very encouraging. And you are both a long way from home! - so safe journey back and a hopefully happy reunion with Peanut. By the time you get back she'll have perked up a bit I'm sure, she probably wouldn't have wanted you to see her at her worst anyway, cats have their pride you know;) They're so smart you'd almost wonder if she'd timed it to save you the pain of seeing her before she was back on her feet and groomed and preened. Best wishes to you all.

[jazzcat]

That was a good update Debbie. I'm glad Peanut is doing well and as expected. I'm sure she will be feeling much better by the time you get back home.

[AmberLee]

ROOMIE!!!

Meowmy just told me you had bad owies! Purrrrs and gentle headbumpies!!!! I'll get Meowmy and brother to say prayers for you wif me till you are home wif your Meowmy, PawPaw Terry, and brother Cracker Jack.

Glad to hear that your owies are going away now.

Your roommate,
Livvy
>^._.^<

[krazyaboutkatz]

Debbie, I'm so glad to hear that Peanut is doing well.:) Lots of prayers and positive thoughts are still being sent your way. Please take care.:)

[jenluckenbach]

Hopefully Peanut will be up and ready to cmoe home when you get back. :)

She might need a few more litter boxes available now that her bladder is smaller. I know that my diabetic cat (they need to pee more often) needed to have boxes closer to him than he did when he was well.

[Barbara]

Hearing that I also feel that it would be anyway to early to take her home. MUCH better if someone can watch her. But she is out and about- that's good:)

Regarding what big surgery it was Peanut really is amazing:)

[Logan]

Oh dear, I have much to catch up on!! :eek: I gather she is ok, now. Debbie, I'm sorry I haven't been here to know about this. :(

Peanut and you are in my prayers! :)

Logan

[slick]

I just had a phone call from the Rolling Hawze. Debbie didn't have time to post and uppydate so she asked me to....here goes.

She called the vets this morning and the girl on the phone did the same thing and her voice went all sappy. Apparently they are all falling in love with the little Princess.

Peanut is eating (yeah!!) and using the litterbox (double yeah!!) and misses Meowmie and Daddy. She's more alert and charming her way into everyones heart.

Debby and Terry get back into town on Sunday and she's hoping to squeeze in a visit. The vet is closed on Sunday but there must be a someone who comes in to check on the furbabies and Debbie will try to coordinate that time for her visit.

So all and all, things are looking good. At the end of the conversation, they were just pulling into the place where they pick up the new home.....

Debbie also said that if they are within signal range tonight, she'll post an uppydate....but that will be a long drive. So I think the next time we hear from them will be tomorrow.

She promises pictures.......:)

[Barbara]

Slick thank you. Knowing that Peanut has been to the litterbox lets us all go into the weekend with a good feeling:)

[Shady]

That is so wonderful to hear.

Keep it up Peanut!

:)

[Randi]

Thank you for the update. It sounds good! :) So glad that Peanut is eating, using the litterbox again and moving around a bit.

Debbie, I now you're anxious to see her, and you will soon. :) Hope you can squeese a visit in on sunday!

Keep getting better, Peanut girl!

[krazyaboutkatz]

Thanks for the update Slick.:D I'm so glad to hear that Peanut is doing so well and I hope she continues to do so. Get well Princess Peanut.:D

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Originally posted by Tubby & Peanut's Mom
Please keep the good thoughts and prayers going for my little sweet pea - thanks. :( :) Sounds like that should be little sweet pee! ;) I'm sure Mario will share his diapers if she needs one for a while. May take a while to get everything in order.

So glad she is doing so well. Lots of prayers still heading heavenward for her (and you all too).

[NoahsMommy]

GREAT news!! :)

What a little charmer...how sweet.

Can't wait to hear about the new motor home!!

[Vio&Juni]

It's good to have good news!

[TopCat3]

Yes, Good news on Peanut, so kind of Slick and Debbie to keep us posted with such a lot on your minds and stuff to do. Safe journey back and grand reunion. Still thinking positive thoughts for Peanut!

[gini]

Bless her heart - we are all pulling for you Peanut!

[RedHedd]

Thank you for the uppydate - YAY Peanut! Keep up the good healing work, little princess. Meowmie and Daddy will be home in no time. Looking forward to pictures!

[Craftlady]

WTG Peanut :)
Glad the recovery process is going so well.

[tomkatzid]

Great news, keep up the good work Peanut !!!

[furrykidsmother]

Keep up the good work Peanut!:D :D Meowmie and Pawpie will be home to see you before you know it! CJ, hope you are being a good boy!;)

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

CJ, hope you are being a good boy!;)

Me too!;) :rolleyes: :D

Finally on the road again, and within signal range. Spent the day and night from hell in Commerce and Sulphur Springs, TX. But at least we're rolling again. Will get home later than expected tomorrow, but at least we'll be home.

Now on with the uppydate. There was so much going on yesterday that by the time I remembered to call, it was too late. So, first thing this morning I was on the phone. They must have been busy because once again, the girl didn't seem to want to talk. She did say that Peanut is eating like a little piggy again :D and she has started hissing at them :D so she to me that means she is feeling much much much much better. :D :D She is also using the litter box all the time now, so things are moving along well and it sounds like Peanut is ready to come home. :D :D

Unfortunately I won't be able to pick her up until after work tomorrow night, but that is for the best also so we can monitor CJ with her before leaving them alone together....and I may just separate them while we're at work for at least the first few days - until I'm sure she's not going to hurt herself trying to get away from him anyway, and he's not going to hurt her too. But he'll probably be tentative at first anyway because of that icky hospital smell she'll have for the first few days. Will be interesting to see his reaction. ;)

Thanks for all the positive thoughts and prayers. I know they've helped pull my little girl through a real tough time - and me too.

Next step is the pathologist's report....

[jenluckenbach]

Great report!

[Killearn Kitties]

:D Keep hissing, Peanut! You tell those vets!

[RedHedd]

Originally posted by Killearn Kitties
:D Keep hissing, Peanit! You tell those vets! :D What she said :D

[furrykidsmother]

Lets hope that the Pathology report is good. Sounds like you will be happy to be home, doesn't sound like your trip was the greatest. Probably is best that Peanut spend another supervised day at the vet, it will only help her healing process if she is kept quiet. Also, good to keep an eye on the 2 of them before leaving them alone for any length of time. Best of luck and please keep with the updates!

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

No uppydate today since the vet is closed :( but just wanted to say thanks again for all the positive thoughts and prayers and I can't wait to see my little baby girl! :)

[sandragonfly]

great news, debby!!

I'm so glad for you and peanut! hope this continue and get better and better for real!!

can't wait to hear your little poor princess coming home! pray everything will be okay for you all. thanks for updating us as much as you could through crazy times.

hugs,
gina & from her ark too! :)

[slick]

It's nice to hear that the little princess is returning to normal. It must be so hard to have to wait and wait and wait. All fingers and paws crossed here that the path.. report comes back OK.

Sorry to hear about the troubles with the MH. How frustrating, but you're back rolling again and I sure hope you have no more mechanical troubles. See you in a few weeks. ;) :)

[TopCat3]

I am very pleased to hear that Peanut has recovered so well and that you are now home safely. Hope that path report is positive, too, I'm sure you will keep us posted. :)

[ramanth]

What wonderful updates. :D Give Peanut some ear scritches for me! :) CJ too. :)

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Is Peanut home yet? (hope hope hope)

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by momoffuzzyfaces
Is Peanut home yet? (hope hope hope)

No. :( I have to wait until after work to pick her up. :( I called again this morning and the older vet tech answered and was rather abrupt (her style) and all she said was "She's ready to go home." Which, I guess, is good, but she wouldn't tell me anymore. I told her I'd be there after work and she said "Good, see you then." That was it, the extent of the conversation.

So, I'm hoping to leave work a little early, but since I've been gone, that might not go over very well with the boss. I will most definitely post an uppydate when we get home. :)

[NoahsMommy]

Good news that she's ready to come home, Debbie. :)

I'll be willing time to go faster for you today.

Hugs,
Kelly :)

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Uppydate here (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?s=&threadid=82592). :D