Slick, first of all, don't beat yourself up about finding out Max has arthritis, you know how good cats are hiding pain. I really hope the Cartrophen will help him feel better - from what QoP says, it sounds promising.

I loved to hear he's back snuggling with you in the evenings, that must feel so good!

I was thinking... do you know about those flat pillows you can put in the microwave? They keep the heat for hours. Perhaps you could get one of those he could lay on when you're out. It might help the pain.

Will e-mail you later.

((((hugs))) and gente scritches to Max.