Leo - a close shave- Prayers please

[Laura's Babies]

Prayers are on their way already for Leo and a speedy recovery for this loved fur baby. GET WELL SOON LEO!

Thank God you came along and was able to step up and do something to help him out of that situation. Let's hope and pray your efforts were not wasted and he makes a full and speedy recovery. Poor baby!

[krazyaboutkatz]

TopCat3, thank you so much for helping this poor boy. I hope that he'll continue to do well and be able to go home with his family. Lots of prayers and positive thoughts are being sent his way.

[TopCat3]

Thank you everyone for your interest and loving prayers. I spoke to his Mum this evening.
Leo is back home with his family now (Mum, Dad and brother Milo) and is doing quite well. He is still a bit wobbly, but he is eating, toileting, sleeping a lot and occasionally taking a gentle stroll in the courtyard enjoying the sunshine and water features. When he looks a bit tired he is carried back indoors and gently laid on his bed or a cushion for another healing sleep.
His brother Milo is being solicitous and giving him lots of healing, loving licks on the head.
His left eye is affected, there is a blood clot there, the 3rd eyelid is across and they are waiting to find out if his vision will be partially or totally lost; there could be retinal detachment.
His blood tests showed the enzymes were high ( not sure which enzymes or what they are, but anyway... ) which could mean possible liver complications or something to do with the muscles.
Well, I don't know about you, but if I'd lain on the road and been buffetted around like he was, my muscles would be very stiff and sore, so let's hope that's all it is. X-rays show no broken bones and he has no cuts/grazes whatsoever. One lucky kitty. More news Tuesday.
His mum said I was welcome to post the pictures she'd sent me, so I'll do my best, you know this isn't my strong point computer-wise, but here goes:
Leo is the paler of the two, the one with the blue leash in the garden shot.
His Mum and Dad are very thankful to all of you who have sent your prayers and good wishes. And so, I'm sure, is he. Thanks everyone.

[trayi52]

Special prayers and good thoughts going out for Leo. I am glad to hear he is back at home with his family.

Thank you for stopping and saving this special boy, he could have been run over time after time if you had not stopped and took him to the hospital.

That would have been a horrible experience to sit in the highway, with cars running over the top of you like that! I just know he was so scared, and didn't know what was going to happen next!

Willie

[kb2yjx]

How sweet that his brother has become Leo's private duty nurse!!!! Will continue to pray for Leo!!! Thanks for the update!! Sandra

[krazyaboutkatz]

I'm so glad to hear that he's doing well and is now home with his family. Both he and his brother sure are gorgeous.

[Barbara]

Oh Leo, when I see you and Milo together I know how horrible it would have been if you hadn't been found in time. Continuing to think of you and keeping all paws and fingers crossed that you continue to improve, sweet boy.

[Sonia59]

Thanks for the update! I am glad Leo is getting better and I keep fingers crossed that he fully recovers. Leo is a beauty.

[TopCat3]

Leo's Mum emailed me yesterday with the results of the latest check-up at the hospital.
Apparently Leo was very well behaved and sat quietly while he was examined by the two different feline specialists, so much so that they commented on what a beautiful, well-behaved boy he is. Although butter wouldn't melt in his mouth at the hospital, apparently once he got home he was once again living up to his nickname "Houdini" and trying to slide out of the back door!

Anyway the news is very encouraging. His enzyme levels are down by 75% and should level out back to normal soon. Evidently it was the trauma that raised them.

Regarding his eye, there is slight improvement but long term there is expected to be some vision impairment. He will be taken for another check-up in two weeks' time and meanwhile has daily treatment at home.

He has just about finished up his antibiotics and is eating and toileting well and enjoys a little walk on his leash now and again which seems to cheer him up and he also gets great comfort from being with his brother Milo and by climbing up onto his Mum & Dad's bed at night for a cuddle. (I think we all know about that one... )

All in all he is making a good recovery considering what he went through just under a week ago. He's a strong and determined little guy with a great zest for life and all the adventures it has to offer and he is well-loved and pampered and has much to live for. I am so happy I came by when I did and was able to help him keep on living the good life. I wish I could give him a hug but I've asked his Mum to do that for us.

By the way, his purrents are very touched at all the good wishes and prayers that have come from around the world via this wonderful website and send thanks to you all. One member even PM'd me to say that some nuns in NJ were praying for him because the accident occurred the day before the feast of St Leo for which they were preparing!

This is a wonderful website and it's great how we all support and care for and help one another. Thanks everyone.

[Barbara]

So glad to hear from Leo. Leo, what a strong boy you are- just getting better.

I send you a cyber-hug as well and Filou and Tigris send headbumpies.

Hope you enjoy your time of recovery- everyone being nice and gentle to you and giving you treats and cuddles

[smokey the elder]

You go, Leo! Looks like you spent one of your lives. I'm glad Leo is feeling better.

[kb2yjx]

Leo!!! Glad to hear the good news!!!! However, please do not try to slip out the door!!! Sounds like your parents are nice and take you and Milo out on the leash!!! Be a good fellow!!! Sandra

[Craftlady]

Leo and his brother are beautiful boys
I just got caught up on this thread and I'm so happy there was a happy ending.