Chipper + Cat Food = Ick! Ick! Ick!

[ramanth]

Kimmy and Andy, have you ever noticed how much Chipper looks like our Tigger??

Actually that thought occured to me last night!

He's still doing well. Eating great and super playful.

Kia got a bit bitchy with him last night and ended up with no supper and a long time out in her crate because of it. We were wondering when the first scuffle would happen. No blood drawn, though from the sounds of his screaming, you'd think she had mangled him.

But they were back to being buddies this morning.

Still waiting to hear from MSU. I would of hoped the test results would be in by now but I might not hear from them until early next week.

[pitc9]

Now Kia...... you just simmer down sweet thang... no one's going to take your place sweetie!
Your mom and dad love you just as much as ever!
Make sure to take good care of your new brother and help him feel better!
You're going to have a life long play buddy!

[Cinder & Smoke]

Kia got a bit bitchy with him last night and
ended up with no supper and a long time out in her crate because of it.

We were wondering when the first scuffle would happen.
... from the sounds of his screaming, you'd think she had mangled him.

But they were back to being buddies this morning.

I don't think Cinder & Smokey have EVER had a cross word between them ...
but to listen to them "playing" ... you'd think it was a Fight to the DEATH!

They really enjoy appearing (tied together on their Y-Thingy) when I stop to chat
with another Hiker at the BigLake Park ...
One of 'em will either fake *bite* the other, or *snarl* & *lunge* - then they begin a LOUD Battle with lots of teeth & paws.

Women grab Babies, Dads shield Kids & Dogs, jaws drop, <gasps> are heard ...

"Oh, they're just PLAYING! ... They really LIKE each other."
Yeah, right ...

[ramanth]

Yeah, they play very rough with lots of teeth, growls, and wrestling. That's actually Kia's play face in my avatar. Looks evil, but for the most part she's a push over.

So it was easy to tell that Kia was not playing when she laid the smack down on him.

I think she was a bit sore at him from the earlier incident. Chipper was chewing a bone, Kia took it away, Chipper tried to take it back, Kia attacked, so I took the bone away. Sadly Kia has that food aggression issue still.

A couple hours later while I was preparing their dinner, Chipper walked past Kia and she just unleashed on the poor boy. When I got her off him, he tucked tail and ran.

[cyber-sibes]

So it was easy to tell that Kia was not playing when she laid the smack down on him.

Kia's house...Kia rules. Sometimes you just got to sit on those boys to get them in line.
Glad to hear he's getting back to normal.

[ramanth]

Kia's house...Kia rules. Sometimes you just got to sit on those boys to get them in line.

LOL! No way! My house... My rules! Well... I think.

Seriously, if he had nagged her to the point that he deserved it, then the scolding would of been to both of them and less severe.

But he didn't do anything to deserve that level of snark from her. However, yes, the boys do need to be kept in line now and then.

[Fett]

Which boys are you referring to?

[ramanth]

Not Raptor or Nimrod, so that only leaves three left!

[lizbud]

I don't think Cinder & Smokey have EVER had a cross word between them ...
but to listen to them "playing" ... you'd think it was a Fight to the DEATH!

Same here. I know how common it is & I've always watched for it, but just
has not happened yet. Maggie does get pushy sometimes. I hope poor
Chipper got the message & peace breaks out again.

[ramanth]

Chipper continues to do well. He and Kia continue to play nice and haven't had any spats since. Kia has been making some strange whiney noises when they play though. It's pretty funny to hear. I'll have to try and get some video.

Dr. Byl called yesterday and left me a message. Said he was curiuos how Chipper was doing. I called back this morning and he was busy doing rounds so I left a message with the receptionist Judy. She remembered Chipper and was happy to hear about his progress.

I also inquired about the blood work that should be back by now. Hopefully no news is good news.

[pitc9]

STILL no results from the blood work?
Where in the world did they send it too??
Hope you get the results soon, and yes... no news very well could be good news!
Also glad to hear they've not gotten into any spats!
Yikes... you, Kay, Jess, Amy... new pups all around.... makes my mind start thinking.... hummm.... what's one more?

[mugsy]

Chipper was definitely acting Chipper on Saturday!! He is just SO cute!! The digital pictures turned out pretty well too. The problem is that the files are too big to send via email, so Mike is burning copies of the pictures on CD for you all...that means it will have to be mailed...unfortunately.

I'm glad that Chipper is doing well. How are the samples going?

[ramanth]

Just got off the phone with Dr. Byl! He was encouraged to hear how Chipper is doing. He said the soft stool is likely from the wet food and/or the medication. I wasn't concerned since there has been no diarreha but it's good to have an explanation. Dr. Byl is curious what Chipper weighs right now to see if he's gaining weight or holding steady. He still looks thin but a lot of it is due to his build.

The test results are back!!
The Cobalamin/Folate showed intestinal bacterial growth.

Dr. Byl is happy we all agreed on the course of antibiotics vs. the endoscopy at this point. The antibiotics should clear that up.

His TLI levels were low but not disturbingly low. His are at 4.8. What that means:

Values between 3.5 and 5.0 µg/L are rarely if ever associated with signs of EPI (Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency) but may reflect subclinical pancreatic disease such as subtotal pancreatic acinar cell destruction secondary to on-going immune-mediated lymphocytic pancreatitis. Progression of the disease in such patients may ultimately lead to EPI.

PLI was normal.

The fecal culture did show some bacteria that is associated with GI issues but the Baytril he is on should clear it up.

His course of medication ends on Friday. We'll keep a close eye on him to make sure he doesn't regress without the medication. Seeing as it's possible he could develop pancreatic issues in the future I plan to put him and Kia on Solid Gold Holistique Blendz.


Molly, They wolfed down the samples of Solid Gold at home same as they did in the store. I plan to switch to it once the Canidae is gone.

[borzoimom]

Honey- TLI numbers explain a lot. This looks really good! All treatable ... I am relieved!

[mugsy]

YEAH!! I'm glad it's very treatable. He sure seemed healthy on Saturday.

Molly, They wolfed down the samples of Solid Gold at home same as they did in the store. I plan to switch to it once the Canidae is gone.

Excellent! Does that mean you can come down once a month to get your food!?