Positive thoughts for Haggis:hyperthyroid+tongue lesion

[illustr8r]

You gals are the best!

I have been documenting days with Haggis with my iphone and I thought I would attach a few recent photos. In the evenings, we flip on the fireplace because well- the boys expect it! Hamish gets on my lap and Haggis gets as close as possible. Is there such a thing as broiled Haggis? I think so!

The Fancy Feast is "Elegant Melodys Tender Turkey and Cheddar Cheese Souffle (with Garden Greens)". It's like Mac & Cheese for kitties. It comes in a green can is about .25 more than the other kinds. The kitties like cheese so we thought this might work to hide the Transfer Factor. It doesn't seem really stinky but it sure must be tasty.

No adverse side effects so far from the TF. Good to know there is something else out there to try if there is.

I am supposed to take the boys in soon to get their blood work done to see how the hyperthyroid meds are working. I feel like if I take them in I'll jinx the good vibes we have going on so far. Each time we go to the vet it's bad news and hundreds of dollars!!!

[krazyaboutkatz]

I'm glad to hear that both of your cats are doing well. I'll continue to keep them in my thoughts and prayers.

[Catty1]

What gorgeous boys! I love how Haggis is doing the "cute" pose way behind Hamish in the second photo...he's going to get that cute face in there!

They look just the right size and shape to cuddle wonderfully!

Broiled Haggis...Hmmm....lol!

[kittykatharine]

Beautiful pics! They are both so beautiful. That is great that they are both eating and seem to be doing well. You guys are still in my thoughts and prayers!

[illustr8r]

...and Haggis is still with us. He's past the 2 month mark now from what the vet said we could expect. I am, sadly, starting to see signs of things that cause me concern. He has been drooling more and also has had swallowing episodes where acts like he has the hiccups. He eats pretty well but sometimes needs some encouragement. He still plays in the evenings. I've left the tissue paper from Xmas presents out so he could go on search and destroy missions. All things considered Haggis is okay and fingers remain crossed. I have a knot in my stomach though.

Hamish is in fine form and is gaining weight. Whew!

Take care everyone. I wish everyone a healthy and happy 2009!

[Medusa]

I know exactly how you feel. When my RB Puddy was in the advanced stages of CRF, my vet told me that she had approximately one year left. She was still doing fine after that but then I, too, noticed symptoms that made me nervous. Just enjoy every day that you have w/Haggis and you'll know when to make the final decision. I'm glad that Hamish is doing ok, too. Keep the faythe.

[illustr8r]

Yes, it seems he isn't quite himself. He has slept on the bed all day and didn't come up at lunch time to remind me it's time to feed him...and he didn't come up again at 4pm to tell me I should take a break. I went downstairs to check on him and he half awoke but didn't lift his head. So, I don't know. I could be making more of it. Haggis seems as sad as I feel! We'll see how the week goes I guess.