Amy's Reading with Nancy

[Russian Blue]

I think that's human supplements, that's why I said check with your vet first. I only noted the site for additional info. Glucosamine is used for both human and pet but just at different dosage rates.

Here's another site with more specific info:
Click Here

[gini]

Laura, I feel your pain for Amy! It hurts us just as much when they aren't feeling well.

Nancy is just the best.

I hope some of the suggestions that have been offered will help Amy.

[Russian Blue]

Laura, have you found this site before? It's members all have cats with CH. They might be able to offer better advice.

CH Kitty Club

[kuhio98]

Lisa - can it be warmed in the oven (I don't have a microwave oven), the sites I've visited don't say? It would be great for Ginger who is well on her way to turning 22 and who sits so close to the heat vent, I'm afraid she is going to burn herself without realizing it.

No. It cannot be put in a regular oven. It is like a big, double-sided plastic frisbee. It will melt in an oven.

[Kater]

She will call again in a few day for the follow up. I am suppose to talk to the vet and see if they make the Glucosamine for cats and get some for her.

Anyone know if they have that Glucosamine for cats and how much you give them?

I highly recommend this product: http://www.hyaflex.com/productinfo.htm . The dose for cats is about 1/4 of a dropperful daily (check with your vet). So although this product may be a little pricey, it should last you 4 months at that dose. Our clients often give it in tuna water or wet food. It has no taste. You may also want to try MSM (powdered form).

My thoughts are with little Amy.

[Laura's Babies]

I went down and talked to Dr. Gott. He has a friend that has a CH kitty and is always asking about Amy, trying to gather information from me that can help his friend I guess. That other cat is a lot worse than Amy. We talked for a long time and he gave me a bottle of Cosequin for her. Reading the lable, it sounds exactly what Nancy reccomended, not a whole lot of other ingredients in it. I told him someone suggested I put her on it a long time ago and I never did... He told me maybe I better listen to my friends from now on. I will start her on it when treats are passed out at night... Hummmm, since Nancy said Boo has arthrisis in her hips that bother her, maybe I will put her on it too! I got 90 of them so why not?!

Russian Blue, I visit the CH kitty club frequently but seldom post. I haven't read any posts where they were giving their CH kitties anything for something like this.

[phesina]

Dear Laura, I am so saddened to learn about Amy's suffering. I hope the Cosequin will give her some relief, and I hope that we all can come up with some other ideas, too.

We use the SnuggleSafe warmers at our shelter, putting them in the bedding of cats that can use a little warmth and coziness to ease their aches and pains. The cats love them.

Elmer sends extra-special love to his beloved mentor Amy, and all of us send purrs and gentle pets and loving, warming, healing energies.

Pat, Elmer, Poppy, Sydney, Peony, and Priscilla Angel

[koxka]

I, always, read your threads and Amy has stolen my heart. I didn't know she was in pain. .
As you leave home to work any other month, maybe a self thermal bed could be a solution. No wires, no need to heat. It may be not so warm as the electric heated beds are but is safer.

Self thermal bed for arthritic pets

[koxka]

Here is another link from amazonSelf thermal bed_2

[Donnaj4962]

Laura, I am so sorry to hear that Amy is in pain. I hope the glucosamine helps. I take it for my joints and it works well! Gentle hugs to Amy!

[Catty1]

Laura - another product that is pretty 'clean' - as in not a lot of ingredients - is Omega 3 - 6 oil.

Because my two cats are, ahem, LARGER (even if not overweight, they are bigger cats, seriously) - I asked my vet about Omega oil, especially for the winter here so their fur and skin stays ok.

The stuff for cats is in capsules...but it is in a pump form for dogs. One pump's worth does a large dog.

So, I mix up the boys' wet prescription food in the morning, SHAKE the oil and add about one pump, and also mix in a bit of 'junky' wet food to give it flavour.

It sure got Oscar bouncing around! LOL

This oil is supposed to help joints as well, and is not too pricey at all. As long as you have the right dose, even hoomin Omega 3-6 might be good!

I hope Amy feels better soon!

[Laura's Babies]

I just want all of you to know I am reading every post and jotting down all the things everyone is suggesting. I have got to do anything and everything I can to help her and I will do my very best for her! She is my heart! ♥

[AlleyCat]

Oh, poor Amy is so sweet. I always read your threads about her. Even though she may not be entirely comfortable physically, she knows how much you love her !!

[Scooter's Mom]

I lucked out and got one of the self-heating thermal type beds on clearance somewhere many months ago for $4.50 (only one they had) and put it up for Scooter Bug's Christmas gift. He lays on it ALL the time. If I had known he'd have enjoyed it that much I'd have never kept it from him for half a year! It's a little noisy because of whatever is inside, but my boy is sure happy with it.

Good luck with whatever you give to Amy. I hope it helps!