Quote Originally Posted by Medusa
Puddy gets 150 cc's every other day. And I do it myself. It's easier on Puddy and me and there are no vet visits to schedule and pay for, so it's less expensive. You might want to talk to your vet about administering the fluids yourself. The gauge of the needle is such that the entire session lasts approx. 5 minutes. I'm glad Cleo is perkier.

Blessings,
M

I have been thinking about asking my vet if next time she can hold Cleo and I could do the needle bit. But as to doing the whole thing on my own at home, I don't know... she's only got to struggle and it could hurt her and I could end up with fluid all over the laundry room (where we do all meds etc) and a very scared and cross cat. And a scared and cross Mummy. 150cc every other day is a LOT - much more than Cleo currently needs. If it came to her needing that amount, that frequently, I guess I'd have to. At the moment I have some special money set aside I am drawing on for these weekly trips so it isn't an issue. It's a big commitment you've taken on there and I think you're fantastic to be coping so well - I remember your first posts when you were so scared of hurting Puddy and doing it yourself. Well, that's where I am right now. Maybe one day I'll be where you are now - but not yet!!!

Thanks to everyone for the prayers.