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I am so sorry to hear Braveheart does not feel well.
I think it cannot only be the anemia that makes him feel low. Filou now is anemic too- but still VERY perky, especially in the night.
Have you tried to give him some nice red meat? Of course it is too much protein for kidney kitties- but on the otehr hand keeping weight up is just sa important.
HUGS to that brave boy!
Come on, sweetie, you can do it.
Jen, lots of gentle scritchies from me please?
One by One got 2 more donations for BraveHeart!!! HURRAY!!! Thanks Candace {{{{{HUGS}}}}} but the second one, I have to admit I do not recognize the name. :o But if she is a pet talk member, {{{{{{JULIA}}}}} from GA.
Barbara, I doubt BraveHeart would even look twice at a nice piece of beef. :( He just isn't hungry right now. Besides, I don't think the problem is his iron level (they say that is a rare form of anemia in cats) it is most likely a lack of red blood cells being made in the bone marrow. That is what the Epogen is suppose to be stimulating.
I have been delivering eveyone's scritchies and kisses (I just love to kiss his little nose). Maybe I'll get Charlie to get photographic evidence of this, tonight. ;)
Ok Boy! Lets get at it and get better! We are pulling for you and I have been praying for you off and on all day!
Jen!! I do not know what to say! I am glad that BraveHeart's PCV has improved, but I am concerned about the " fluid in his abdomen." Ascitis, that is what Molly had. How is BraveHeart's liver??? As they say " the check is in the mail..." Hopefully, One by One will receive it by the end of the week!!! Continued prayers for dear BraveHeart!!!!!!!
Please deliver more gentle kisses and pets from us to your brave BraveHeart. Keep up the good fight, sweet boy! You have so many people and animals here on Pet Talk who love you dearly and are all sending our loving, healing, strengthening energies to you.
Love, hugs, and purrs,
Pat and cats
Since nothing was ever mentioned about liver problems, it must have been normal (since we did COMPLETE blood tests).Quote:
Originally Posted by kb2yjx
That is good to know that BraveHeart's liver enzymes were OK. Does the vet have any idea why he may have developed this(just the nurse's mind)?? I hope BraveHeart is feeling a bit better. Prayers for BraveHeart!!!!
With the enlarged heart problem, fluid can accumulate in the abdomen with a heart valve problem. Dusty had that with her congenital heart failure. She had a heart murmer for many years, but the heart only got enlarged and started accumulating fluid as she got older. Her liver tests were fine right up until the end. Just some info.Quote:
Originally Posted by jenluckenbach
I hope Braveheart gets through all this with flying colors and a full recovery!!
Thanks for the info. This could very well be BraveHeart's problem. :( But if I can give him some love, even if this might be close to the end, I will have done my job.
I was just about to come to update, anyway.
BraveHeart went with me today, for a bath. And oh does he feel and smell wonderful! :)
He also rewarded me by licking some food tonight. Not a lot, but hey, it is an improvement!!!
Now on to the promised photos.
"I am so tired after my bath I think I will just lay here for a while."
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v1...om-my-bath.jpg
"Don't I look spiffy?"
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"Now I am getting my sub-q fluids. See how good I am?"
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v1...ing-fluids.jpg
"OK, I will strike a pose for you!" (that is my roomie, Scarlet, looking at me)
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"Thanks for thinking about me. "
OMG! I LOVE THAT BOY!!! ♥
Smooch smooch smoochie hug, sweet BraveHeart boy! And yes, you look wonderful after your bath. Thank you for strikin' a pose and showing your beautiful fluffy tail. Please try to eat some food, if you can.
HUG AND KISS!
The photos are great - he looks so nice and clean! And in the photo with Scarlet, his coat looks so soft and woolly!
And he licked some food! Hopeful sign!
IS his fur really soft and nice, Jen?
I hope the fluid goes away and is nothing...keep going, dear BraveHeart. You are safe and loved with your foster mom! :)
Oh dear Braveheart, you'll be turning that corner soon and feeling much better.
Hang in there.
I sure hope that he'll start improving soon. He sure looks soft and fluffy like a little lamb.:) I'll continue to keep him in my thoughts and prayers.
I keep reading this thread and following the ups and downs. Prayers for you and Braveheart.
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We Are Sending More Prayers For Big Handsome Brave Heart .
I sent a pm to CatLady711 to thank her for the heads up info she posted about abdomen fluids caused by heart problems!!! I guess I am just focused on the liver with Molly. Any chance that the vet might give BraveHeart a very mild diuretic to help with the fluids??? How could anyone NOT just LOVE that FACE!!! It speaks volume!!! Please give BraveHeart a kiss from all of us and a nice head pat, tooo!!! Sandra
Oh, how sweet and clean you are, BraveHeart! What beautiful photographs. It is wonderful to see you looking so good.
And licking some food.. and taking your sub-Qs so calmly and bravely!
Marvelous! What a warrior you are! Fight on, dear boy. You know you have your legions of loving fans praying for you and sending you all our love and healing thoughts and energies.
Love,
Pat, Peony, Poppy, Sydney, Elmer, and Priscilla Angel
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Originally Posted by jenluckenbach
The boy ATE tonight! Nothing earthshattering, but more than a few licks. I actually decided not to syringe him tonight, so he isn't overly full.
I am looking forward to Monday when we can test his levels again. :)
YAAY! BraveHeart, keep on eating your nummies, ok? ;)
Dear sweet boy...it's a long haul for him and you, but he keeps getting a bit better, a bit better...
hug him for me! :)
kb2yjx - got your PM. :)
Jen - I'm glad to hear BraveHeart ate some on his own. Hopefully he'll keep doing that more and more. Thinking of you both here.
Ok BraveHeart!!! You do the best you can in the eating department!! That makes your Mom and all of us happy!!! Good boy!!! Hugs and kisses ffrom all the Clan!!!
GREAT, BraveHeart we are still pulling for you to fill your tummy, just don't over do it.
I know I don't come to PT that often but whenever I do, I look for Braveheart. There is just something about his little facie that rips my heart out and I'm getting LES just typing this out.
What a precious little boy and his name really fits, doesn't it. He's been through so much. It does my heart good to hear that he's eaten on his own. Keep up the good work Braveheart. You've got my prayers.....every day.
Jen...{{{hugs}}} come to you and please plant a kiss on his forehead from me.
slick
xo
What a good boy you are for eating Braveheart!!!
Please give that handsome man a smooch for me!
{{hugs}}
Here, BraveHeart, this isn't quite as cute as an official I Can Has Cheezburger, but I made this for you...
Please note that the dish is empty -- that's the goal!
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My dinner. I eated it.
He is a handsome boy. He reminds me a lot of Ellie. How old is he?
YOU GO, BOY!!! You are doing GRRRRREAT!!!!!
BraveHeart!! Hope you are still eating!!! Prayers still coming for you!!!
Pawla - from post #14:Here is his story so far:Quote:
BraveHeart is estimated to be 9 years old. But no one knows exactly.
http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthre...95#post1963795
http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthre...ght=BraveHeart
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http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthre...ght=BraveHeart
Tonight he ate about 1/4 of a Fancy Feast can (with a little added gravy from the morning cat food) AND a tablespoon of baby food. Not bad, for BraveHeart. ;)
WOW - for BraveHeart, that's being a PIGGY! :D
You go, Brave Baby! :)
Atta boy, Braveheart! You've really earned your moniker, haven't ya?
Hey BraveHeart!!! Take a look how Mr. Meow is gobbling up everything in sight!!! But you are doing good eating what you can!!!! Keep eating little buddy!!
BraveHeart had his PCV (red blood cell count) checked today, and it is NOT better. :( How very dissapointing. :(
We are starting him on Pet-tinic, an iron suppliment. and he will be rechecked (including kidney function) NEXT Monday.
But he is eating (SOME) on his own, and he is obviously feeling better, so these are good signs.
Keep on praying.
We pray without ceasing....
For as long as Braveheart needs them.
The Crew is still pulling and praying.
We continue to pray and will for as long as it takes.
Keep going, BraveHeart, that's great that you're eating!