Decisicion time - Fister!

[krazyaboutkatz]

I'm so sorry to here about Fister's ongoing problem. I have three neutered male cats and so far they haven't had this problem. They are also indoor only cats. I hope everything goes well. Paws and fingers are crossed here. Please keep us posted. Good luck.

[lynnestankard]

Oh Randi - poor Fister. Hope things are going to be better today. Let us know how the lovely boy goes on won't you?

Lynne

[Randi]

Had a chat with the vet this morning and he doesn't think Fister need any treatment yet, but then he's had a pee this morning - in his box (the amount of a broken eggyolk, which the vet thought was enough), so hopefully he'll continue feeling better! I'm keeping him on Hills diet food s/d and I'll put it out 2-3 times a day, a little at a time. This should also help keep the balance. And I'll try and get him to drink as much as possible too.

If he gets problems later today, the option is to take a sample of his pee (if i can get any) and have it analyzed - and I can come over with him if neccesary.

My vet is taking a vaccation for one week now, but his secretary can get hold of him.

Since he's so busy and I don't have a job at the moment, I offered to come over and help him out now and again - he said he might just take me up on that!

Thanks for your support and concern! Your good vibes toward Fister seem to have helped! But keep your fingers crossed!

[Former User]

Keeping our fingers crossed, and Casper and Kitty just crossed their paws for Fister. Hope you feel well soon buddy! Make mommy happy and have a really nice long pee, ok?

[sasvermont]

Randi, you may want to try to give Fister eye droppers filled with water. I did that with one cat, and she rather liked being 'waited on' .... I got much more water into that way. I would sit her on my lap, put the dropper in the corner of her mouth and let it rip. She would drink it... thinking it was fun. It got her through a very tough time, when she was unable to drink by herself.

Can't hurt to give it a try.

Keep us posted on Fisters....well, kitty box habits....

SAS

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Originally posted by sasvermont
Randi, you may want to try to give Fister eye droppers filled with water. I did that with one cat, and she rather liked being 'waited on' .... I got much more water into that way. I would sit her on my lap, put the dropper in the corner of her mouth and let it rip. She would drink it... thinking it was fun. It got her through a very tough time, when she was unable to drink by herself. SAS

SAS this reminded me of a cat I had that loved drinking straws. I was able to give her liquid by putting the straw in water (or whatever) and holding my finger over one end. When she started to chew on the other end, I took my finger off. She loved it.

[Randi]

I don't really know what these eyedroppers are. ... but then, Fister is drinking more or less as usual (1 dl a day), the vet says: That's OK! But I do encourage him to drink more, so today I filled a syringe with water (15 ml.) and sprayed slowly in his mouth. He's not TOO keen on it, but if I'm patient I can get some most off it in. Ohh, you should see him when I try that, he looks really funny - hasn't got a clue what it's all about - at least he's not attacking me! I can do this while he's sitting in the windowsill - he's not a labcat, but he WILL lay across John's chest in bed whenever possible and share my pillow when he thinks I'm asleep!

I do think he's feeling better today, so I'll keep watching him carefully and report his next trip to the box!

By the way, how often does your cat pee??

[Edwina's Secretary]

Randi -- Edwina pees usually twice a day. (More only if she is showing off for visitors.)

I am so concerned for Fister. He is a favorite of mine. The story of him working his way into your bed ( ) is one I shared with my husband. It reminded me so of my Edwina!

[sasvermont]

My "computer wallpaper" at home is Fister's pic.....the one with his long tongue out. I do like him so and have enjoyed all the funny stories and tales about him.

Eye dropper... is similar to a syringe.... they can be found in nose drop medications... and sometimes used to give children their liquid medication. Anything that holds water and is small enough to fit in the cat's mouth will work. Even a straw, as stated above.

I really believe the key to this is water, water, water.

[tatsxxx11]

Hi Randi. I was so relieved to hear that Fister is improving. And I agree with SAS that an adequate fluid intake is SO important for good urinary health. I will he keeping positive thoughts that our darling Fister will continue to improve! Hugs to Fister from Sandra, Mr. B and Oliver!

[NoahsMommy]

Poor little guy! I hope things get better for that little orange sweetie! Let us know how things are going for him...he'll be in my prayers...

[Sara luvs her Tinky]

Poor Fister
I hope you are feeling better soon poor kitty.....

[Former User]

Randi, how is Fister-boy doing?

I haven't got a glue how many times Casper and Kitty pee, haven't really paid attention

[Randi]

Thanks for thinking of Fister! He is doing much better, he's more sociable and doesn't sleep under the wardrobe or under the bed in the daytime now, although I don't think he drinks quite enough. Well, we try and encourage him to drink more, even if it means that we have to come to the bathroom and pour water across the floor. That's how he wants it in the afternoon.

He pees 2 times in 24 hours, I guess that's all right!

Will post a recent picture tomorrow!

[Heather Wallace]

Randi, I do hope that fister is a little better now. Keep us updated on his progress and what the vets say.