Positive thoughts for Haggis:hyperthyroid+tongue lesion

[Medusa]

I'm glad at least that Hamish is holding his own. Prayers are going up that he'll continue to improve....

[illustr8r]

Hamish appetite is really good. I was attempting to sneak his pills in a small spoonful of food but he caught on that something was in it. So, I'm pilling by hand. I have 2 pill shooters- one's opening is too big and the other too small. I will pick up suspensions on Monday but I am getting good at pilling finally.
Hamish first attack after the echo showed he had an enlarged heart- this last one it was almost normal sized. He is an atypical case of congestive heart failure. The beta blockers seem to be really helping with his appetite and mood. Haggis missed him too. He witnessed Hamish collasping at the top of the stairs and didn't run when he heard my hubby running up the stairs with the pet carrier. Every day while Hamish was gone he would cry out. Once Hamish came home there wasn't a learning curve on remembering who this cat was...even with Hamish bandaged IV leg and shaved spots. Thanks again for listening to our tails of woe. SVS hopes not to see Hamish again and I hope they don't either! They are great folks. Anyway it's day by day and he is happy to be home. Both kitties are laying in front of the fireplace now. Again, what a week!

[katladyd]

Both of your boys are in my prayers. Give them each a hug and kiss from me!

[kittykatharine]

Im so happy to hear he is improving! Both your boys are in my thoughts and prayers!

[Pinot's Mom]

Prayers for continued improvement - thanks for taking the time to update.

[illustr8r]

Hamish had another attack tonight. He was doing okay but lost interest in his food this afternoon. I guess his health was more fragile than anyone thought. This attack was worse than the others and after rushing to the vet even Lasix couldn't help his breathing. We decided not let him suffer like this anymore and let him go. I'm so shocked and so sad. I have never had to do this before. I miss him so much. He was such a great loving lap cat. I will miss his crisscross paws and happy face. Thank you everyone for listening and everything. What an awful day.

[Catty1]

I am so, so sorry to hear about darling Hamish.

It sounds like the vets tried their very very best, and you did your utmost for him.

So ironic that Haggis was the one who had poor health and is now well and thriving. Take comfort that all your efforts to help Haggis worked.

I hope you and your husband and Haggis can find comfort with each other.

And prayers for Haggis at losing his longtime friend and brother.