Sydney's not doing well

[phesina]

Thank you so much, dear friends, for the ideas and prayers and good wishes and love. Yes, Sydney is getting subQ fluids, twice a day now. He eats little bits of food at a time but he wants some often! I've been giving him different samples for him to see which ones he likes best.

A couple of weeks ago he suddenly lost a LOT of weight, and I was afraid that was it. But he has rallied some, is more active and interested in food again. He also likes attention and affection. So I am doing my best to keep him supplied with all, and we're treasuring this time together.

[Lizzie]

I'm really sorry, Pat, that you are this stage of Sydney's life. I've been through this several times and know that sinking feeling when there is absolutely nothing more you can do except be there and offer supportive care. I suppose you have checked to make sure he isn't anemic? Does he have mouth sores? I hate it when they develop those. Yes, treasure each moment. My Sam has been in CRF for nearly three years and I've often given up hours when I should have been doing housework on weekends, or getting to sleep on weekdays, because she is under my knees under the blankets enjoying a massage from me and I want every one of those times to remember.

[Barbara]

i am so sorry that Sydney's kiney failurevis getting worse. However it's good news that he likes to eat . At this stage he can eat whatever he wants. I hope he has still some quality time for him to come.

[Pinot's Mom]

Pat, I'm sorry you are going through this; please give Sydney a big kiss from here and hugs to you both.

[cassiesmom]

Big prayers for Sydney

[phesina]

Thanks again, everyone. He's not anemic, no mouth sores that I can tell, fortunately. He had blood work last Monday, and nothing like that came up.

One of his favorite foods is Trader Joe's Turkey and Giblets wet food. I always have lots of that around. I also got some of the gourmet high-quality yummies, some of which he seems to like a lot, so I'll get more of those. I'm going to pick up some baby food too.

All lovies, kissies, hugs, good wishes, positive thoughts, prayers, cuddles, and so on, have been happily delivered and happily received!

,
Sydney and his family

[krazyaboutkatz]

Lots of prayers and positive thoughts are being sent Sydney's way. Please take care. (((HUGS)))