Murphy UPDATE...11/8/10 Post #15

[moosmom]

I spoke with the vet yesterday about possibly cutting her dose of Methamizole to every other day, since her kidneys are now being compromised. I also asked him if she's in pain.

He said cutting her dose to every other day wouldn't be a problem. He said she wasn't in any pain, that kidney failure causes nausea and vomiting. She doesn't have that, so I assume it's a good sign.

The only thing I worry about is she is BONE thin. I can feel every vertebrae in her back, and her hips.

Dr. McLaughlin told me I was doing the right thing by just keeping her fed, happy and comfortable.

Sooo, she gets Paul Newmans Organic Turkey canned food at $1.09/can twice a day and she loves it. She also gets Blue Indoor Health which only has 34% protein (her kidneys can't process anything higher, and Wilderness Blue was 40% (I think).

I love her SO much!!!! The vet said she has maybe 6 months. I hope she proves him wrong!!

[phesina]

Oh, that's so good, Donna! God bless you and Murphy both, and may she continue on for a good long while yet!

[krazyaboutkatz]

You're doing everything you can for her and I hope she'll remain comfortable and will be with you much longer than your vet has predicted.

[Medusa]

That's what Boo was on and he was bone thin, too. I cut his methamizole in half but gave it to him every day and it seemed to help. Hyperthyroid cats are thin and the meds will keep her heart from racing. I sure hope that she proves your vet wrong, too, Donna.

[moosmom]

She started vomiting this morning, all frothy fluid. She eats, drinks and uses the box, so I'm now certifiably worried. If the vomiting keeps up, I'm calling the vet.

[krazyaboutkatz]

She started vomiting this morning, all frothy fluid. She eats, drinks and uses the box, so I'm now certifiably worried. If the vomiting keeps up, I'm calling the vet.

I'm so sorry to hear this. Your vet might suggest that you start giving her pepcid. I have to give this to Storm at night and I give him half a pill wrapped in part of a pill pocket. He doesn't have Murphy's problems but he does have tummy issues and so far it's worked out well. Good luck.

[krazyaboutkatz]

I'm so sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please take care. (((HUGS)))

[phesina]

Sending prayers and love for dear Murphy.

[moosmom]

I'm taking Murphy to the vet this morning at 11. I'm so torn right now. She was vomiting again last night. Because of her weight and frailty, it must hurt her.

I'll post more when I get back from the vet. Prayers needed.

[TommyCat]

Lots of prayers for Murphy and you. How is little Murphy doing today?

[Freedom]

Miss Murphy went to Rainbow Bridge. Check Cat Memorial. Here is the link:

http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=164394