Good job. Kitty acted like she swallowed pills------I found them days
and weeks after she left this world. Cats are very sneaky. I suspect
that hiding the pill or coating it will make it better. I've tasted
various meds for mine what were supposed to be neutral. They were
awful. Frankly, I can't remember wha Lasix tastes like. It sounds
like the cat nip worked and it may be your answer.
On Feb 23, 2008, at 3:41 PM, Lynne wrote:
I'll look into the Feliway and the rescue remedy. We managed to get
several catnip sprigs from outside and BooBoo went nuts over it. We
had him out in the patio for fresh air and he didn't want to come
in. I couldn't handle the cold any longer. He and Lennie sat only
a foot or so from each other enjoying their nip and Boo who is a
sucky cat held his ground and when I put Len on my lap he just
stared and stared at him. Then he did his rip away at the bottom
stair and is upstairs eating again. He loves life I think and has
no intention of leaving. I gave him his last dose of Lasix today by
putting it in a piece of salmon. Since he was so hungry he didn't
notice it.
Lynne
----- Original Message -----
From: Marylyn
To: [email protected]
Sent: Saturday, February 23, 2008 3:35 PM
Subject: Re: coughing
Cat Nap not catnip...it is a combination of essential oils that are
appropriate for cats.........so many are dangerous to them. I got
mine from http://www.horizonvetserv.com/ because I know the vet and
her training. Rescue Remedy is available most places. However, an
angel apparently sat on your shoulder and mentioned the
catnip........try it and see how he likes it. I keep 3 pas (goat
feeder rubber pans) with various grasses and catnip for Dixie. They
are big enough for her to roll around it and enjoy herself. I can't
say they look great.....then I can't say I care.
There are others on the site who are familiar with Dr. Maiers and/or
Dr. Boswell if you can't find a holistic vet.
I had a cat with cancer who was impossible to pill. It was
heartbreaking. Your little buddy just needs for you to calm down
and help him calm down. How would you like someone 100 times bigger
than you picking you up, forcing open your mouth and forcing
something down your throat? Especially if that person was giving
off all the vibes of panic?
You might try Feliway spray on yourself and his room too. It is
very calming. It helped The Royal Princess Kitty Katt accept me.
Don't give it up. Enjoy the time you have. It doesn't matter how
long or how short.
On Feb 23, 2008, at 2:19 PM, Lynne wrote:
We had to go out to visit my dad today Marylyn so I reluctantly
left BooBoo alone sleeping. When we got home I went upstairs and
lay down with him and even though he didn't open his eyes he began
purring. I told Bob what you said about the amount of sleep they
need so we've determined not to bug him so much. He did pee and
poo while we were gone and went up on the bed to sleep. He is
breathing better now. Still have the appointment tomorrow because
they couldn't see us today. There were two emergencies
apparently. Big friggin deal. If a vets office can't handle two
emergencies and one sick cat in a day, I give up. I am searching
for another vet. I have a lead on a good one. This guy told Bob
he would analyse the fluid and get back to us and he just got rid
of it. Like I've said, everything he has done for us so far has
been after I've read up on the disease or read these posts and told
him my suggestions. He obviously thinks we are fighting a losing
battle here and doesn't have Boo's best interest at heart. We will
persevere because neither Boo or we want him dead yet. I actually
have some catnip in the garden despite this miserable cold
weather. I'll give it a shot. I wish cats liked lavender because
I have a lot of that and it is supposed to be calming for people.
Lynne
----- Original Message -----
From: Marylyn
To: [email protected]
Sent: Saturday, February 23, 2008 3:06 PM
Subject: Re: coughing
Try spraying Rescue Remedy or Cat Nap around him a few minutes
before you pill him. Check with a holistic vet if you are having
trouble with the status quo. Basically, ask yourself what you have
to gain and what you have to lose.
It is an awful situation. Been there. Done that. With various
critters and various physical problems. I would never give up the
total pleasure of their company and the wisdom of their
teachings........in spite of the frustration and pain and all the
other emotions..........each friend taught me and gave me so much.
Here is where I get too emotional.
On Feb 23, 2008, at 8:25 AM, Lynne wrote:
