My new CH baby!

**Medusa** · 10-26-2010, 04:21 PM

Originally Posted by phesina

Yesterday I took Christofur to the vet to be checked over. The vet found that while his eyes respond to light, he doesn't seem to process what he sees. She threw some cotton balls down in front of him, which would have most cats in "CHARGE!" mode, but he didn't seem even to notice them.

The same thing with his hearing: If I whistle or snap my fingers or make some noise, he doesn't seem to hear.

He's still the same little lovebug, though! And I learned something else about him last evening: He LOOOOOOOOOOVES catnip!!!!!

Pat

Creamsicle was like that in the beginning; she couldn't seem to focus on anything and my old vet determined that her peripheral vision is bad plus she's deaf. I know that your CH babies have more severe cases than my Creamsicle and they've adapted well so I'm sure that Christofur will, too.

**cassiesmom** · 10-26-2010, 05:12 PM

But he has trouble with his legs, too, right? So even if he wanted to pounce on the cotton balls, could he?

Sweet Christofur, I know you will have the best of care with your loving meowmie! ***kisses***

**phesina** · 10-26-2010, 08:43 PM

Originally Posted by cassiesmom

But he has trouble with his legs, too, right? So even if he wanted to pounce on the cotton balls, could he?

Sweet Christofur, I know you will have the best of care with your loving meowmie! ***kisses***

He doesn't have much use of his legs so he couldn't pounce on the cotton balls, but he could at least lunge toward them or somehow express an interest. He didn't even seem to notice them dropping by him.

**lvpets2002** · 10-27-2010, 12:41 PM

WoW how did I miss this Precious Baby's Intro Thread.. Pat he is just such a Cutie Pie for sure.. Oh I just wants to Huggss & Cuddless Him.. Well for one sounds like he is fixed eyed.. For two maybe his brain is just not quick on sending out reaction sensers.. However Many Congrats On Taking This SweetHeart Home Into Your Loving Home & Heart.. Mmm my babies may need to send another kitty bed & treats for this baby..

Originally Posted by phesina

He doesn't have much use of his legs so he couldn't pounce on the cotton balls, but he could at least lunge toward them or somehow express an interest. He didn't even seem to notice them dropping by him.

**Catty1** · 10-27-2010, 02:20 PM

Not to pick on the vet...but Christofur may have noticed the cotton balls a bit more if they were bright red, or even a dark colour. If I recall correctly, cats are pretty much colour blind except for red and one other colour (green?).

Also, omega 3 oils apparently do good things for the nerves, as in the actual physical nerves in the nervous system. I wonder about adding some to Christofur's diet since he is still growing?

Wishing that cute wittle boy a long and happy life!

**lvpets2002** · 10-27-2010, 04:15 PM

Yes your so right Candace.. I did not think of that.. Well I had to come back & see Mr. Cutie Sweetie Pie again.. Huggss & Cuddles..

Originally Posted by Catty1

Not to pick on the vet...but Christofur may have noticed the cotton balls a bit more if they were bright red, or even a dark colour. If I recall correctly, cats are pretty much colour blind except for red and one other colour (green?).

Also, omega 3 oils apparently do good things for the nerves, as in the actual physical nerves in the nervous system. I wonder about adding some to Christofur's diet since he is still growing?

Wishing that cute wittle boy a long and happy life!

**phesina** · 10-27-2010, 07:12 PM

He had a seizure late this afternoon. We are going to see the vet tomorrow.

**cassiesmom** · 10-27-2010, 03:08 PM

Originally Posted by phesina

He doesn't have much use of his legs so he couldn't pounce on the cotton balls, but he could at least lunge toward them or somehow express an interest. He didn't even seem to notice them dropping by him.

Oh, boy. Time will tell. I'll keep praying. Please give ALL your kitties some kisses and snuggles from me!

**phesina** · 10-26-2010, 06:44 PM

Originally Posted by Medusa

Creamsicle was like that in the beginning; she couldn't seem to focus on anything and my old vet determined that her peripheral vision is bad plus she's deaf. I know that your CH babies have more severe cases than my Creamsicle and they've adapted well so I'm sure that Christofur will, too.

The vet was afraid that something progressive is going on and thought his prospects might not be all that great. But, as I told her, "He's happy and comfortable, and he can keep on being happy and comfortable with me as long as he wants." She thought that was a good way to look at it all.

**Freedom** · 10-26-2010, 07:29 PM

Originally Posted by phesina

The vet was afraid that something progressive is going on and thought his prospects might not be all that great. But, as I told her, "He's happy and comfortable, and he can keep on being happy and comfortable with me as long as he wants." She thought that was a good way to look at it all.

Good for you, Phesina! Hang in there Christofur, you are in a good place now, this just may be what you need to feel better baby boy!