Update on Puddy; she's gone*9/29* see post #421

**Medusa** · 08-20-2008, 08:17 AM

Originally Posted by pomtzu

Poor little thing - she looks so uncomfortable laying on the corner of the bathroom counter. Makes one just want to pick her up and hug her and then lay her down on a big soft pillow! But only she knows what she wants right now. She's probably feeling just as scattered as Mom does now, only she doesn't know why she's feeling that way! If all the prayers and well wishes she's been receiving would make her better, she'd be bouncing off the walls by now. It's heartwarming to see all the support that continues to come her way everyday.

I put a soft towel there for her so she could snuggle in but she wouldn't lie on it. She even pushed away my little hand towel. Well, no more Epogen shots now until Saturday because she's down to one a week and her last one was last Saturday. And you're right about the prayers, except that I do believe they're working but not to where she's bouncing off the walls. LOL

**kittykatharine** · 08-20-2008, 07:18 PM

Hang in there little Puddy. We are all routing for you. I am so happy to hear that Puddy is perking up a bit. I am routing for the little guy. He knows that his mom Mary is taking really good care of him. Keep it up Mary, you are doing a wonderful job. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers!

**Medusa** · 08-20-2008, 09:19 PM

There's no change. Puddy girl just sleeps on the counter top. It's breaking my heart. She has no quality of life at all, it seems. I can't wait til Dr. Lee gets back. I want him to take a look at her. I don't know if I can put her through much more. She won't even let me pet her. Maybe she'll come in bed w/me tonight and want a noggin noogie. I don't want my little girl to be miserable. If I could just have some sign other than numbers to show me that she's improving.

**mamaducky** · 08-20-2008, 09:54 PM

Oh, honey --

I haven't had the chance to be on for the past week (school started!

), and so have not been able to keep up with you & Puddy.

I am so, so sorry to read about all you and your sweet girl have been going through -- it really just sounds like you're having one of those times of life where you wish you could just wake up and find that it's all been a bad dream. I have absolutely nothing useful to add, except to say that you and the entire Fur Posse will remain in my prayers -- and to send you lots of love and a big cyber-squeeze.

Hugs,
Diana

**carole** · 08-20-2008, 10:03 PM

Mary my heart breaks for you too, i can understand how much you want your little girl to show you a sign she is feeling better, maybe it is time to let her go peacefully,know that i am thinking of you and hoping for the best outcome in a very difficult and sad situation.

**Catty1** · 08-20-2008, 10:57 PM

Mary, I feel just awful for you...

I really hope that Puddy's turnaround is just delayed, and she will perk up soon.

Please, God, heal Puddy and have her give her mom some noggin noogies, ok? Please have Puddy FEEL all better, even if she isn't yet.

HUGS, Mary.

**krazyaboutkatz** · 08-21-2008, 12:41 AM

Mary, I'm so sorry to hear this.

I sure hope that she'll start showing you signs of improvement. If not then you'll have to consider her quality of life and make a very tough decision. I'm sure that she'll let you know when she's had enough and when it's her time to go to RB. Both of you remain in my thoughts and prayers. Please take care. (((HUGS)))

**Barbara** · 08-21-2008, 02:58 AM

Mary I send some hugs for you and some very tender kissies for Puddy.
I know how it hurts your heart when cats retire because they are not feeling weel. I think sleeping on the counter still shows that she wants to be near you.
Wishing you a strong mind to keep up hope.

**greendoor678** · 08-21-2008, 09:12 AM

Hang in there. I pray that you will get a sign so you are sure which steps need to be taken next.

**jennielynn1970** · 08-21-2008, 04:02 PM

Thoughts and prayers are still going out for you and Puddy. I hope there will be some positive change soon!

**lvpets2002** · 08-21-2008, 04:20 PM

Come on wittle Puddy & start getting better soon.. Meowmom is so worried about you.. I too hope that Dr. Lee gets back soon for Puddy.. Maybe the Doc has a cure.. My Heart breaks for you Mary.. I know its so hard.. I know when I found my Buttons in pain I was just devastated..
Bigg Positive Vibes & Huggss..

**Catty1** · 08-21-2008, 04:24 PM

{{{{hugs}}}}

It's only a week's holiday....but the LONGEST week of your life, Mary.

I hope he comes back early!

**momtomany** · 08-21-2008, 07:35 PM

I am so sorry that Puddy is not doing any better. The Dunn gang will keep the prayers going and hope they will be answered they way we all want.

**Medusa** · 08-22-2008, 08:01 AM

Yesterday morning she came downstairs by herself when I called out "Breakfast!". This morning, though, she came out of her carrier but no farther. I carried her downstairs and she ate w/the rest of the Fur Posse but as soon as she was done, upstairs and into her carrier she went. When I was flossing my teeth, she was sitting on the bathroom countertop, as usual, and she batted at my floss, so I pulled a string off and draped it over her head playfully and she played w/it for several minutes. I watched her the entire time so that she wouldn't swallow it and choke. It seems, though, that the slightest effort tires her out and she just sat down and I could tell she was so tired. Last night I walked into the bathroom w/a half eaten fudgesicle and as soon as she saw it, she chirped like a little bird and perked her head up, so I held it while she licked it and that tongue was really going to town. (She and the entire Fur Posse have turned up their noses at Frosty Paws, so I guess I'll give it to my girlfriend to see if her pets like it.) She'll get another Epogen injection tomorrow, so we'll see how she does. She did come into bed w/me for a brief time but she just can't seem to get comfortable. She wants a noggin noogie but as soon as I start to give her one, she pulls away. I thought maybe she wanted to just sit on my lap or lie next to me but she just can't sit still. She jumps down and goes back into the bathroom. So, I'm taking all the little things as positive signs but when she comes downstairs and walks into the patio room, then I'll know that she's indeed improving and feeling better.

**pomtzu** · 08-22-2008, 08:42 AM

Originally Posted by Medusa

(She and the entire Fur Posse have turned up their noses at Frosty Paws,

I kinda had my doubts that Puddy would like Frosty Paws, but then you never know. Years ago I had 3 Lhasas and only one would eat it. If I remember correctly, it is pretty hard, and they preferred the softer ice cream treats like Puddy does (people variety).

I have to check for your posting every day to check her progress. She sounds a little better and a little is better than nothing. When one gets to be a senior it seems forever to make a comeback when you get down (I speak from my own experiences!!). You're both in my thoughts and prayers!

And Sparky and Myndi are sending big doggie kisses.