The annual check went quite well, just as an update for Slick and Furrykidsmother, thanks for your interest. Colette (TopCat 2) has to have one or two teeth removed as a priority and cleaning and Cleo (TopCat 1 ) will have hers cleaned a week or so after as well as full blood tests now she's older. We suspect some onset of kidney problems due to her drinking and some weight loss and slight dehydration and one kidney feeling somewhat smaller than usual. Dr Catt isn't too concerned at this stage as her bloods/urine were OK last time and in all other respects she is very well, but it's probably time to start managing it with diet, once we have test results and know where we're at. I know we all have to face this, but I watch her ageing and feel so ... well, you know. Thanks for your interest.