Logan is very sick - urinary blockage

[pomtzu]

What a great update on Logan - and hopefully he'll be home soon. Sure sounds like he's ready!

[Randi]

Gosh, what a scare, but I'm glad to hear Logan is recovering now. You know, Fister was blocked with struvite crystals about three times. Even though he was on a strict Hills S/D diet, he still blocked up 2-3 months later, so he finally had the big operation. I hope Logan won't block up again.

Get better Logan, your mom and dad are waiting anxiously for you come home.

[krazyaboutkatz]

I wasn't on PT yesterday so I'm just now seeing this thread. I'm so sorry that he became blocked but I'm so glad that you took him to the vet and got him the help that he needed. I'm glad that he's doing well and that he's unblocked now and doesn't have stones. I hope he'll continue to do well. I'll keep him in my thoughts and prayers.

Storm went through this 2 times even though he was put on a special diet. The second time they couldn't catheterize him because he had a lot of scar tissue so he had to have PU surgery the next day. That was when he was about 8 years old and he'll soon be 13 years old. He's now eating Innova Evo and as long as I make sure that he gets plenty of canned food mixed with water every day both my regular vet and holistic vet said that this food is good for him. Hopefully Logan will never block again or have any urinary tract problems.

[Bengalz]

Poor Logan - I hope he's feeling a little better. Being sick is not fun at any time and such discomfort for the little guy is just plain nasty. Please give him lots of hugs and kisses - a little comfort goes a long way

[ramanth]

Hey All!!

MSU just called again. They still have the catheter in Logan so as not to risk another block right away. He's been alert and friendly with the staff. He isn't eating though which bothers them but I suggested they try tuna if they can. Logan 's tuna.

His kidney, electolyte and potassium levels have come down considerably but he's still not at 100%.

They'll call again later tonight with another update. Thanks for all the prayers!

Phred, my vet knew Logan was feral when I took him in, so I imagine she passed on that information to MSU. I also reiterated the fact because he's so scared of strangers I didn't want to risk the chance of him biting them and them being unaware. Thankfully he's being a good boy.

[Fett]

For those asking why they put the SEMI FERAL sign on his cage, it's because he is. He lived out in the forest for an entire year before Kim captured him. She's had him around 5 years now I think, and he's still very skittish. If any family or friends come over, he runs and hides and will stay there the whole time they are over. He has gotten way better over the years compared to how he was originally, but even now he doesn't always even let Kim approach him.

Plus he has all his claws and has gashed Kim up a few times, once requiring hospital care, remember that story from years ago? So yeah, I believe the "semi feral" thing applies for the safety of the animal hospital staff.

[Cinder & Smoke]

For those asking why they put the SEMI FERAL sign on his cage, it's because he is.
He lived out in the forest for an entire year before Kim captured him.

... he has all his claws and has gashed Kim up a few times, once requiring hospital care ...

How is he with routine Nail Trimming?

A suggestion:
They'll probably *sedate* him to remove the catheter ...
Ask 'em to give him a really SHORT Nail Clip while he's under sedation -
He'll have nice SHORT Nails and there won't be much risk of having a
MAD Kat during the trim.

Hope he eats enough today to get his Home Again Pass tomorrow.

Glad things are lookin *UP*!

[weluvcats]

It sounds like the vet is on top of things with him, and I am also glad that he's cooperating. Working with cats that have been feral can be a real challenge, but Logan likely understands that the vet and the staff are trying to help him. It's amazing how animals can sense that.

Anyway, hopefully Logan will continue to improve and he'll make a full recovery. Fingers crossed!!

[Catty1]

I's so glad to hear he is improving, and I pray he eats and gets the all clear to come home soon!

Maybe he will eat better when he's at home again.

Hugs to precious Logan, and bless the vets for looking after him so well.