Bad news for Beau...

[Glacier]

Beau had to get his bloodwork redone today--thyroid and kidney. His kidney function was ok last time, good for a cat of his age really. That was about four months ago. The news was not so good today. Both his thyroid and his kidney numbers are way up. If we treat the hyperthyroidism more aggressively, we kill his kidneys faster. The two conditions feed off each other. My vet says the numbers are high enough to call it full renal failure now. We are leaving his tapazole dose the same and I"m going to try to get him to eat the low protien food again. He doesn't like it much, but I might try a different brand this time.

It is a matter of time before his kidneys can't cope anymore. I hate that there is so little I can do to stop it. The amount of time is highly variable though; could be a few weeks, could be a year.

I am going to love him, spoil him and keep him as happy and healthy as I can for as long as possible.

[Freedom]

Oh, Beau, I am so sorry to be reading this!

I am sorry, I don't recall how old Beau is?

My Mr. Amber Cat had the same situation. First the hyperthyroidism, then a few years later the kidney failure. He was 8 when he was PTS. He had been on subq fluids for about 6 months, starting at every other day and ending at 4 times per day. He went down very quickly, surprising all the vets in my hospital. He refused to eat any of the "special" foods.

I am hoping that Beau has a stronger constitution and can keep going and loving you a LONG long time!

[Glacier]

I am sorry, I don't recall how old Beau is?

I don't know. I've only had him since June 2006. My vet's best guess is that he is at least 15, probably 16 now. He actually seems healthier, based on his appearance, than he did when I first got him.

I'm sorry about your kitty. 8 seems so terribly young!

[critter crazy]

Oh I am so sorry to hear about Beau!

[gemini9961]

Beau take it easy and let everyone spoil you.


I'm so sorry Tamara for this not so good news.

[slick]

Major LES here.....Beau looks just like my Speckles. I know only too well the sight of full renal failure. Hang in there Beau and show your Mom that you've still got plenty of spunk left.

{{{big}}} hugs Glacier. I feel you pain.
xoxoxoxo

[shais_mom]

hugs and prayers on the way to you, Beau and all your crew!

[Barbara]

Filou who is surviving renal failure now for 2 years sends his best wishes to Beau.
My vet says that it is better if they don't lose weight- so she would rather have him eat "real" food than not eating and losing weight.
Filou is very happy though with his Royal Canin Renal- it comes wet in pouches or as dry kibbles. He preferred this to any other kidney diet.

All the best for handsome Beau.

[Sonia59]

Oh no, dear, dear Beau! You are a strong boy and you can surprise your meowmie again. She loves you so much, I am sure it will help you fighting.

[kallisto4529]

Beau what a handsome beautiful boy you are. Keep your chin up and stay strong. Tons of prayers and hugs for both of you. I pray things get better and he has more time with you.

[ramanth]

I'm so sorry to hear Beau's kidneys are not well. But I'm sure the few months he's been able to spend with you no matter how short, are far better then any other option.

I just love his sweet face. Give him scritches for me. *HUGS*

[Logan]

He is just beautiful, Tamara. Please give him a gentle kiss from me. We wish you both all the best.

Logan

[Randi]

Beau is such a handsome boy and I'm very sorry to read this. I hope he'll like his new low protein food and get better. Give him lots of loving and extra kisses from me.

[finn's mom]

I know you will make Beau's time wonderful and that's the only gift he needs now. Poor Beau.

[kimlovescats]

I'm sorry! Hopefully you can find some extra yummy food to give Beau and he will enjoy his pampurring for quite some time longer!

Hugs,
Kim