Almost forgot - some good news - My Aunt, who actually "owns" Buddy finally got a vet appointment, with her vet (- which I can't stand ,his staff is not always nice - kinda rude at times) for her next Saturday, hopefully I will be able to get her on some arthritis meds. I talked with my vet and she said that there are 2 new medications out, one which is in a liquid form (drops) is supposed to work very well. My vet said she has seen great improvments with other older kitties. Fingers will be crossed that this medicine will help my "lil buddy".
I am hoping to have some pictures up soon of Buddy.