courtnek Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 PushyCat's kidneys are bad/failing...it finally showed up in tests, altho I have suspected it for a long time. he is now on a low protein diet and some meds...but he is 18....hopehe hangs in there forever, but I know he wont.. I have a real problem with this. I've had this cat for 17 years...thru my son growing up (he cut his whiskers with baby scissors) thru Free, now thru Laurel..and and Ford...I am having a harder time with this then any other pet, because of all the emotions involved...and the time, and the memories.. :cry: :cry: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
__crazy_canine__ Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Aw Im sorry Court. I hope he sticks around for a while longer. Spoil him rotten and give him a nice rub under the chin for me. Let us know how things go with PussyCat, alright. *hugs* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ESSlover Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Aww.. Court I'm so sorry.. I'm gonna be a mess when Fritz and Schnickle get up there... :cry: Spoil him rotten, and give him a lil ear scratch for me. Hugs to you and your son. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schippsmom Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 :Dog_run: So sorry to hear that Court. It's always difficult to go through. We'll be here for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leahluvsherpups Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Wow court, 17 years is a long time. I'm sorry to hear of his condition but he obviously has led a superb life with his meowmie and family. I hope you will be okay during this difficult time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imported_Kat Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Court I'm sorry. Just spend lots of time with Pushy and treat him like the king he knows he is :wink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 I'm so sorry Court. Please give PC some extra lovings from me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Aww Court... So sorry about Pushy!!! Keep strong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mouseatthebusstop Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 I am sorry just been there myself with a 3 year old you are very lucky to have had your cat so long Loss is never easy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsefeathers! Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 Sorry, Court. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
behle Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 I'm sorry to hear the official news about Pushycat. :cry: What a great life Pushy has had with you. (((((Courtnek))))) I hope his passing is gentle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShatteringGlass Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 sorry to hear :cry: Last year I went through the same thing with my family's 17 year old cat. Fluid had entered her lungs and she was having a heard time breathing, and her heart wasnt doing so great either, we decided it was best for Midnight to put her down peacefully. It was really hard for me, I had pretty much grown up with that cat, I had her since I was 3 years old, I didnt know what it was like not having her around. But i know she was old and I know we did the best for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuddysMom Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 I'm sorry to hear this :cry: Is sub-q fluids part of his treatment? Gladysse is doing amazing with them. PM if you want details. Of course, you / your evt may have already ruled it out, but I had to ask because it has done wonders for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imported_Debbie Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 :( So sorry to hear about PC Court........ It's times like this I wished they lived as long as we do....... :angel: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xavierandrea Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 So sorry Court. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
courtnek Posted September 26, 2005 Author Share Posted September 26, 2005 [quote name='BuddysMom']I'm sorry to hear this :cry: Is sub-q fluids part of his treatment? Gladysse is doing amazing with them. PM if you want details. Of course, you / your evt may have already ruled it out, but I had to ask because it has done wonders for her.[/quote] he didnt feel the need for them yet. PC drinks a lot as it is and always has. they are hoping the low protein and pepsid AC type stuff will help him get a lttle better....but they told me while we could extend his time and make him comfy, the end will come eventually. he seems fine, he still plays, but he's just very skinny. he eats well if I soften up his food and mis it with canned, and tuna and salmon. he can only eat the fish now, chicken and beef and such dont stay down....most of his nutrition is coming from the dry. thanks everyone for caring so much. I may become a basket case when he goes, so dont be surprised. I love all of my animals, of course, but there is just something about his pigheaded attitude, his "my-way-or-the-highway" personality, and the fact that he was almost dumped that endears me to him thanks again... 8) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackieMaya Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 Awww, Court, I'm so sorry to hear that Pushy Cat is failing. What a privilege to have had him for so long! He's obviously had a wonderful life. Like the others said, spoil him until he has to cross the bridge, and then cherish all the wonderful years of memories you have of him. Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imported_Irena Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 i'm so sorry for the old boy :( but looks at the better side he got to a great age with happy life :angel: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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