Thank you so much for your reponse. But I am sorry that you and Magic had to go thru this also. Wilbur is doing fine at the moment - needless to say we're watching him like a hawk & spoiling him more than ever. He likes whipped cream & ice cream, but have to be careful not to give him too much as it can go right thru him! I was wondering - how long did the treatments lengthen Magic's life do you think? Our vet also said in some circumstances that they can live 3 yrs more, but from what I read that usually isn't the case. In fact, a girl kept a diary telling of her cat's experience w/chemo & it was heartbreaking to read of both of them going thru the trauma. From that I KNOW what you did and what we are doing is best for everyone involved. Thank you so much again - I really appreciated it.
Originally posted by gini:
Hello,
First, let me say how very sorry I am that your little Wilbur is ill. Next, let me add that if you decide to not give him treatments I agree that this is an excellent decision. In March of this year I lost my wonderful black cat, Magic. He was only 13.
At the time he was diagnosed and following the vets recommendation, I did give him the treatments. In hindsight, I would never do it again. You think you are doing the right thing at the time and it is out of love for your animal that you make the decision. I was told he could live for perhaps three more years and have a quality life. He hated those vet visits and was always sick
afterwards. Four months before I lost him I stopped all medication because he was only
violently ill afterwards. He did enjoy his
last four months and was able to be outside on the deck and sleep in between the potted plants which he loved. I wish you much good luck with Wilbur. I am sure you love him very much.