Hey everyone,

We WONT be doing the surgery, regardless. When I spoke with the homeopathic vet yesturday, he felt something can be done about Micah since he's still young.

When I got the second opinion (we have two vets besides this homeopathic one) and heard the SAME thing about needed surgery, it didn't sit well with me. That's why I've been on my search for a cure through food. We've tried three Science Diet formulas and in four months, no change had occured. I know I'm on the right track with his Innova (+ yogurt, vitamins, digestive enzyme + acidolopholis) and eventually his raw diet.

Just with the change in foods from Science Diet to Innova (and Wellness) the change is amazing! Even my mother-in-law noticed it the other day. He's even chasing Olivia around...now that's brave! He's been on his new, better food since last Sunday. That's a quick change in less than a week. I've only see him go to the litter box about four times, vs. at least eight time a day, before.

I'm looking forward to this vet visit on Monday. I just know we'll be able to get Micah in remission without steroids, surgery or anything else that will compromise his immune system.

Thanks for all the support. I really, really need it. I feel kind of alone in this as I don't want to bother David too much with it and I don't really have any friends that care too much for cats.

Oh!! To answer T&P's question. The reason this all came up was because I posted on the yahoo feline IBD board about how their cats were diagnosed, etc. This was the response I got from more than these two people. I had wanted to avoid this and to be honest, was searching for an alternative way. Its hard when two professionals tell you something and you want to go against it. I'd been conflicted over what was right for Micah, but without a degree in animal medicine, I didn't have much confidence in my opinion, even though it haunted me.

Anyway, I'll be sure and post an update after our vet trip on Monday.

Love, Kelly