Quote Originally Posted by Catty1 View Post
My thought is to get the xrays done along with the blood panels. That way you know where everything stands...and if by chance the blood levels show that he COULD have surgery on his ears, you don't need to rebook xrays.

I hope the Metacam helps with the ear drops...poor Barn-Barn! How soon does it kick in, so you might know the best time to do the ear drops?

HUGS to that precious boy, and to you!
I'm w/Candace on this one, Lara. As for the ear pain, I can't recall ever having used Metacam for any of my cats, even Puddy after her kidney removal. She was on Torbutrol pills and also something squirted into her mouth by syringe but I can't recall what it was. Same w/Yodie and her ear polyp removal. It was just too long ago; my brain doesn't cooperate much lately. If you find that it isn't working, let me know and I'll look up the records to see what other pain reliever they were on. I hope the Metacam works, though, because it's important to get those ear drops in but I know that you want Barney to trust that you're not going to cause him pain every time you come near him.

As for news coverage, I was thinking of TV. When people actually see Barney and the reaction of the news person, it makes an impact. I don't know your situation there on the island so it may not be possible. As for the money, I'm glad you're getting so many donations but I would think w/the holidays here that people would be more generous. I guess the economy has everyone scared, though. As soon as I get paid again, another check will be on its way to you. We'll figure something out to get Barney what he needs, don't you worry. And when I said that Barney's improvement was all due to you, Lara, I meant it. Yes, people have donated money and various items and true, Angela was there and made a huge contribution and the vet has given Barney good care. I certainly don't mean to disregard them but you're the one who has kept Barney going and you're the person that he most loves. I can see it in his eyes, that sweet boy. I've never been so touched by a cat as I have Barney. That's why I think that if you can get some TV news coverage, it'll make a huge difference. Seeing his videos makes me want to hop a plane and be there w/you. (If only)

So many prayers are being said for Barn-Barn and you and hubby, Lara. This experience has been a spiritual and magical one, to be sure, for all of us, but especially for you.