Luna's legs are getting weaker (x-ray shot of her spine; #77)

[Kirsten]

Kirsten, I'm so sorry to hear that she's not improving. This brings back bad memories of my Storm. His back legs gave out on him so he couldn't even walk. Since he was older, I didn't bother to test him to find out what was wrong. I just had to let him go even though it was very difficult. I hope that you'll be able to keep her comfortable and hopefully she'll start improving. Lots of prayers and positive thoughts are being sent her way. Please take care. (((HUGS)))

Tracey, how old was your Storm when this happened? Luna is 13, but the muscles in her hind legs have been a little weak all her life, even as a kitten. I remember that back in 2001, I asked my vet to make an xray of her hip bones because I felt something was wrong (she did, and her bones were fine). Meanwhile, vet visits are extremely stressful for Luna, it wouldn't be possible to make an x-ray shot or even draw blood from her without sedation, but she doesn't tolerate anaesthesia very well. For this reason, I was so far hesitant to put her through all this, but I feel I'm letting her down.

Continued prayers and caring thoughts for dear Luna!

Thank you.