Positive thoughts for Haggis:hyperthyroid+tongue lesion

You gals are the best! :):love:

I have been documenting days with Haggis with my iphone and I thought I would attach a few recent photos. In the evenings, we flip on the fireplace because well- the boys expect it! Hamish gets on my lap and Haggis gets as close as possible. Is there such a thing as broiled Haggis? I think so! ;)

The Fancy Feast is "Elegant Melodys Tender Turkey and Cheddar Cheese Souffle (with Garden Greens)". It's like Mac & Cheese for kitties. It comes in a green can is about .25 more than the other kinds. The kitties like cheese so we thought this might work to hide the Transfer Factor. It doesn't seem really stinky but it sure must be tasty.

No adverse side effects so far from the TF. Good to know there is something else out there to try if there is.

I am supposed to take the boys in soon to get their blood work done to see how the hyperthyroid meds are working. I feel like if I take them in I'll jinx the good vibes we have going on so far. Each time we go to the vet it's bad news and hundreds of dollars!!!

I'm glad to hear that both of your cats are doing well.:) I'll continue to keep them in my thoughts and prayers.

What gorgeous boys! I love how Haggis is doing the "cute" pose way behind Hamish in the second photo...he's going to get that cute face in there!

They look just the right size and shape to cuddle wonderfully!

Broiled Haggis...Hmmm....lol!:D

Beautiful pics! They are both so beautiful. That is great that they are both eating and seem to be doing well. You guys are still in my thoughts and prayers!:love::love::love:

...and Haggis is still with us. He's past the 2 month mark now from what the vet said we could expect. I am, sadly, starting to see signs of things that cause me concern. He has been drooling more and also has had swallowing episodes where acts like he has the hiccups. He eats pretty well but sometimes needs some encouragement. He still plays in the evenings. I've left the tissue paper from Xmas presents out so he could go on search and destroy missions. All things considered Haggis is okay and fingers remain crossed. I have a knot in my stomach though.

Hamish is in fine form and is gaining weight. Whew!

Take care everyone. I wish everyone a healthy and happy 2009!:)

I know exactly how you feel. When my RB Puddy was in the advanced stages of CRF, my vet told me that she had approximately one year left. She was still doing fine after that but then I, too, noticed symptoms that made me nervous. Just enjoy every day that you have w/Haggis and you'll know when to make the final decision. I'm glad that Hamish is doing ok, too. Keep the faythe. :love:

Yes, it seems he isn't quite himself. He has slept on the bed all day and didn't come up at lunch time to remind me it's time to feed him...and he didn't come up again at 4pm to tell me I should take a break. I went downstairs to check on him and he half awoke but didn't lift his head. So, I don't know. I could be making more of it. Haggis seems as sad as I feel! We'll see how the week goes I guess.:(

Gosh...I hope he is having an off day and that the Transfer Factor might make a real difference for him.

Huge PT Prayers for you and Haggis.:love:

Well, I think Haggis may have had an off day yesterday. He is much better today and behaving like his old self with his usual routines. As always, thanks again for the good thoughts. I think it worked!

I'm so glad to hear that Haggis is still with you and that today he is back to a more normal routine. I hope that you have many more months with him and that he will take you up on that mission to 'search and destroy' those pesky tissue papers! :)

Well, it's Day 2 of Haggis throwing up again. He was going along really well since the last time I posted but since yesterday he has been having trouble with keeping food down. He acts like he is hungry, eats maybe 2 or 3 bites, and walks off-looking back at his food dish like it's turned against him. :confused: I'm trying not to pressure him but even his fave treats hold little appeal. Right now, he is sleeping on the steps. So, once again please send positive thoughts to Haggis. I hope I haven't exhausted you all! I do appreciated the well wishes and I know Haggis does too. :)

Big prayers for Haggis!!!

We NEVER tire of hearing about and praying for furbabies! Don't even think of it.

Yes, he has cancer - BUT he could also be throwing up for even the 'normal' reasons any cat could. Tummy bug? Hariball? Tartar on teeth?

Then again, it could be related. Just don't let the cancer be too much of a red herring.

Example: My uncle, had had diabetes for years. When he started getting weak legs and pain, they assumed it was the diabetes.

They spent time checking all the stuff related to diabetes, naturally - then one bright doc found out he had colon cancer, advanced by then. He lived another 3 - 4 months.

Just don't assume it's because of a certain thing, that's all.

PT Prayers for Haggis!:love::love:

Prayers are continuing for Haggis and you. :love:

I am praying hard for your kitty. With all this prayer, I sure hope he gets completely well.!

...we had a day where he didn't throw up! He seems to be feeling better. He stopped by around 4pm as usual to say hello and to tell me to take a break. He's stopped sleeping in odd places and is back to his usual spots. So, we'll see. Thank you everyone again for listening to my panic! I appreciate your good wishes.

(Haggis wanted to say hello and thank you too!)

Hello Haggis! That is such good news to read. I hope you continue to feel better!

I am so sorry I have missed this thread until now. I am very familiar with what you're dealing with; my RB kitty (18 years old) was afflicted with oral squalmous cell, although we did not know at the time. Our vet, who treated Jamara her whole life with us, just said it was "probably cancer", advised, due to her age, not to take any further drastic treatment and to enjoy her for as long as was possible given the circumstances. She was our vet before, is still, and I will be forever grateful for the advice she gave then as well as what she didn't tell us. Jamara had a large growth in her lower jaw; we hand fed her for some time with pureed food, cried (still do sometimes, over 7 years later), and absolutely knew when it was time for the final decision. I hate to be morbid, but you will know, too. Trust your instincts and trust Haggis' power of communication. Look for the signs: the jaw to be out of alignment due to deterioration, absolute refusal of any food and just the look in the eyes. I'm having a bit of a tough time writing this...

I pray for you and your family; I pray for little Haggis. He has an uncertain road; I, of course, pray for him to be a miracle kitty, it seems there are some symptoms he does not have. Just remember; he'll tell you how he's doing, just listen and love. If you need to talk, please PM me, or just write through this thread, I've got it on radar now.

Please keep us updated and Love to Haggis...

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Maggie

Haggis, what a beautiful kitty kat you are! I'm so glad that you're doing better. Lots of cyber scritchies headed your way and (((HUGS))) to you, Mom! :love:

How's Haggis doing? Prayers continuing...:love:

Awww Haggis, what a cute kitty you are! I'm sorry I'm just reading your thread now, but please know you're in my prayers too!
**hugs**

Haggis, I have been thinking of you every day and praying real hard! I hope you are feeling better now and that your Mom doing well also.:love:

Haggis? Where are you? How are you? Please have your Mom update! :love:

November 3rd to February 9th, and Haggis was having a good day on the 9th. :)

The vets thought "2 months" - looks like they might be wrong! ;)

Prayers that Haggis is doing better and better.:love:

Hi everyone!
Sorry for such a long gap between updates. Where'd last month go? And we are halfway done w/ March too!

I am happy to report (knock wood) that dear Haggis is still doing well. We've had a few more throw-ups but he is still very active, happy and eagerly chowing on his Fancy Feast. I am still giving him Transfer Factor too. Is it the miracle cure? I don't know but we are happy he has pushed passed his diagnosis date. My vet even called last week to check on him...surprised that he is doing so well. Should I bring him in for a check up? I am worried it would jinx things. So, I keep him tucked in at home.

Besides Transfer Factor, I think all of your well wishes and prayers have helped him immensely! Thank you so much.:):love::)

Good to hear from you, thank you for the happy update! :)

Great news. Thanks for letting us know about his progress! Keep up the god work.

YAY! Happy news! Maybe your vet will want to do a re-test at some point?

Give both boys some cuddles for me!:)

I'm so glad to hear that Haggis is doing well. It reminded me of a cat that had cancer that was given the TF by her owner and is now doing very well, years later and seems to be cancer free. The vet was amazed and this is the same vet that said that the cat should be put down. Thankfully the cat's family decided to try one last thing before giving up. I think these days she only gives the cat a few capsules a week.
How is Haggis when you take him to the vet? Most of my cats get very stressed and at this point, stress might cause more harm than good. But if he is one of those cats that travels well, then a retest might be good.
I'm with you though, I think the power of prayer must have a whole lot to do with it! More prayers heading your way. :love:

I have been wondering about Haggis for some time. I was really worried when I didn't hear anything! Thank you so much for the great news!!!:D

Such good news! I'm so happy for you and Haggis! :love:

:) I was worried about Haggis as well, but afraid to ask after my last post! I'm so happy the news is good! Keep us updated! :D:love:

The "CREW" is sending thier cheers and prayers.

I promise to not take so long in-between updates. :)

The kitties used to do okay with going to the vet but not anymore. Haggis gets very fearful-and he is a people cat, always friendly and curious-but he gets all slinky and nervous now.

Hamish develops "Haggis amnesia" and it takes 3 days for him to recover from a trip to the vet-but it's Haggis who suffers. Hamish hisses and stalks Haggis-and growls whenever he is in sight.

Haggis gets home and is fine-relieved. Then, he wants to make friends with Hamish (his brother, who he has lived with since Day One!) who has no interest in it. I have to watch that they don't fight. Haggis gets sad and confused about the whole thing. This is why I am hesitant at bringing them in. My vet wants to do a blood test on Hamish at least to see how the meds are working for the hyper-thyroidism. I told him he's gained weight and is fine...but that doesn't seem to cut it anymore. He wants to see Hamish at least. So, we'll see.

Haggis appreciates your thoughts and prayers and I want to thank you all again for your kind words as well. All the best to you and your kitties! :love:

Just wanted to check in with you and let you know that Haggis is doing really well. He is eating and playing and-behaves like a kitty not diagnosed with-the C word. *sigh*

Thank you for your good thoughts and prayers. Happy Easter to everyone! :)

Thanks for keeping us updated, and Happy Easter to you and your clan as well!

Why wouldn't Haggis be doing great? We are all pulling for him! Go Haggis, go!

Sooo good to hear about Haggis. It's a resurrection of his good health, just in time for Easter! Have a wonderful and blessed one. :love:

I'm so glad to hear that he's doing so well.:)

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So glad to hear Haggis is still doing well - power of prayer is a wondrous thing, isn't it? Keep us updated, we'll keep the PT prayers going! :love:

I am so happy to hear that Haggis is doing well. Extra belly rub being sent Haggis's way! :love::love::love::love: