Prayers for Luke please - gone to the Rainbow Bridge

[carole]

I also have a cat in CRF, just diagnosed three months ago, my Ash the grey kitty in my siggy is around 13 but could be nearer 15, he was a stray, so the vets are only guessing,the time he was diagnosed was during his dental,his levels also were not that high either.

I also found getting him to eat was terrible, infact he would have slowly starved to death, my vet has prescribed Anaplex, which is a steroid,you may well ask your vets opinion about this, since then he is indeed eating much better, still has on and off days, but has gained a 100grms, so that is excellent, of course they are not without side effects, but in an older cat i think the benefits out weigh the side effects ,especially when you are dealing with CRF,my Ash also has a heart murmur, he is on Fortekor as well, which lowers the blood pressure and helps the kidneys, like i said he has ups and downs, and medicating him is no fun, but it is worth it,he is doing ok so far, and i really think it is what is keeping him alive and comfortable, he can still run up the trees and he is looking well considering, although he has lost a lot of weight, that is to be expected, the other benefit for Ash is he has arthritis and it helps with the pain of that too, anyhow something worth considering maybe.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

My sweet Luke is now at the Rainbow Bridge with his pal Leroy.

Turned out he had congestive heart failure and both lungs were filled with fluid. When they tryed to start an iv he went into respitory distress. The vet said they could still try the iv but it would most likely kill him.

I decided to let him go to the bridge in peace.

We both thank you for all the prayers and well wishes. I'm sure they kept him going way longer than if there weren't any.

[Medusa]

Oh no, I'm so sorry! I wish this could have had a better outcome. Of course, you know that Luke isn't suffering, is at peace and loves you and thanks you for helping him to the Bridge. Please know that my heart hurts for you and wish I could help in some way other than w/words. RIP, sweet Luke and peace to you, Connie.

[lvpets2002]

Oh I am so sorry of your loss Connie.. Luke may you be with the RB Angels going thru the Golden Gates of Kitty Heaven.. Play hard wittle one with the other Beloved PT Angels..

[jenluckenbach]

{{{{{HUGS}}}} I am so sorry. The rainbow bridge is one busy place lately RIP Luke.

[RedHedd]

RIP sweet Luke and play hard at the Bridge. Moff, I'm so sorry for your loss

[gini]

MOFF, although I posted on your other thread, I would like to post here as well.

There is not a one of us that does not understand your pain and huge loss.

Oh, yes, Luke lived a long wonderful life with you - but it never seems like enough time for us - we want them to live forever.

Bless you for giving Luke such a loving home for his "brief" time with you.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Thanks everyone! It means so much to me having you care for us!

Phred, thanks so much for letting me know my sweet boy is with his pal, Leroy and enjoying himself.

I had to go to the vets and pick up the pet carrier this morning. Everyone hugged me and had tears in their eyes, even his vet. They loved my boy too. Knowing that is a comfort too.

I did find out one more thing; the poor guy had pneumonia on top of everything else. His vet and I are both amazed he was so sick but didn't show it until right at the end.

Many thanks and love to you all!!!

[pomtzu]

I'm so sorry to hear that you lost Luke. Another little soul has gone on to RB - there have been just too many lately. RIP Luke

[Anikaca77]

Dear Sweet Luke, look for my Anika up there over the bridge, she will comfort you. I'm so sorry to hear about Luke. My prays and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

If you need anything, please let me know.

Melissa

[gini]

Connie, I can't begin to tell you how very sorry that I am. Beautiful Luke,
rest in peace for a while and then run and play hard in excellent health.

You will be reunited with your human Mom some day.

[Edwina's Secretary]

Oh Connie! I am so very sorry for your lost. Wishing Luke Godspeed and my condolences to you.