Fister is at the hospital

[Randi]

The vet who examined Fister called back and it’s very bad news.

The T4 test came back too high and his cholestrerol number is also too high. He has not enough red blood cells and that causes lack of oxygen flow in his body. She also said there is an effect on the liver and she mentioned an inflammation in the body, which could be due to a tumor.

He is getting fluid and food, but not through his mouth.

I asked if it would be a good idea to take him home for a few days and she said no, it would stress him more and she thinks I should give him peace, considering how old he is.

To do more tests would cost around $1.820 and she said that considering his age and that he is so thin, an operation he might not survive. So I was advised against it.

She asked me to ring tomorrow and think about what to do, or I could come over now. I can’t face it - I feel devastated and I can't stop crying.

It's the worst possible time to goodbye, since Fister's own vet is sick, but I don't him to suffer.

[Lilith Cherry]

Oh Randi, I am so sorry to hear this bad news. Making a decision like this is devastatingly hard and breaks one's heart but we know you will make the right choice. All my love and lots of cyber hugs to you both.

[sasvermont]

Oh Randi, it is a no win situation. BUT Fister will be rid of his discomfort. I know it is difficult. Most of us have had to deal with this and it isn't easy. Hold him, cuddle him and kiss him, then say goodnight. Oh my, the tears are flowing as I type this.

Cry, cry, cry. He had a good life. Maybe he will find John quickly.

(((((((((Randi)))))))))

Please let us contribute to his bills. Please.



Sas and her campers

[Killearn Kitties]

Randi, I am so sorry to hear this news about Fister. It is a rotten situation you are in.
Would any of your cat-sitting people be able to go to the vet with you for a bit of moral support?
Wishing the best for both of you. x

[Queen of Poop]

Randi, I am so very, very sorry about the bad news of Fister. I know it is a very difficult and emotional time for you. Know that I am with you in spirit and completely understand the grief you are struggling with.

[Cincysmom]

So sorry to hear this. Sending lots of love to you and Fister.

[emily_the_spoiled]

I am so sorry to read about Fister. Is there anyway you can bring him home for the night and then have the vet come over to your house tomorrow (if that is the decision you make). At least then he would be at home ....

[Barbara]

Randi, I am so so sorry. It reminds me of Tigris and I remember that biopsy surgery which we had and which only gave Tigris a terrible week when we should just have accepted that he was too sick to survive
Fister for me is one of the last of Pet Talk's old gentlemen and ladies and it is as if I had known him. I send you hugs- you know he will meet John in paradise right away.

[Pinot's Mom]

Randi, I'm just seeing this and am so sorry. We all feel like Fister is our own and can just imagine your pain.

Much love - {{{{hugs}}}} to you and dear Fister. Peace to you both.

Maggie & Pinot

[lizbud]

Randi, I am so very sorry. I've been following Fister's ups & downs with his eating, but in his latest pics he looks
so good, just tired maybe, but content. I just don't know what to say. (((Hugs))) to you & sweet boy Fister.