Thank you, AbbyMom, for the kidney story. I'm glad you had 16 years of love with your kitty. The vet thought that Billy's kidney situation was a birth thing, too, and that it really wouldn't cause a problem unless he did contract a kidney infection some day.

Bill is doing better day by day, but still isn't very active, nor is he eating or drinking much. I'm giving him a little water by syringe to rinse out the taste of the bitter antibiotic. When I pull up the scruff on his neck, it lies right back down, so I don't think he's dehydrated. His eyes are bright and he sleeps all stretched out and comfortable. He's scheduled to go in to his regular vet's for a checkup this weekend. Three more days of antibiotics!

Thanks for your concern about this sick little guy--PT people are so great to talk to, both when things are wonderful AND when things are scary!