Brooklyn again
Thank you SO much to EVERYONE who gave their opinions. I think it is so important to get every viewpoint possible because it always gives me more to think about, and helps me to think of things I otherwise would not have. And even if some of the ideas are opposing or just slightly different, I like to have ALL the information I can. I like to gather from all directions and utilize everyone's input, because everyone's experience is unique to them. Who knows! The tiniest thing can end up being coincidental and I would be glad to have known it. Anyhow, Brooklyn isn't interested in the food I just gave him with his meds. The vet did seem very knowledgable about FeLV because I initially called him the day after I took brooklyn home. He's new at the hospital I go to, a very young doctor. In any case, I had just called the hospital and told them to have a dr call me back that I could speak to about cats. He spent a GOOD deal of time answering my good and dumb questions and was so informative and patient. I told him how much I appreciated that. Because he sounded so knowledgable about it, I wanted to come and see him. So we did. He was so nice to Brooklyn, talked to him and snuggled him, petted him. I like that. I hate when vets are cold and so abrupt. Especially with a fragile animal. They need comfort and calming. Anyhow, he said he would treat this as a reg. GI infec IN CASE that's what it was he wants to nip it in the bud. The pepcid type pill certainly can't hurt, but Sandy, I hope that the Flagyl doesn't. He also said he doesn't want to think about vaccines or neutering until Brooklyn is back on his feet and feeling and looking good. So, right now its about treating what we see. Yes he did want a fecal but I didn't get one in time for the visit. He gave me a tube and told me to get one and bring it over so he can do one. As far as the isoflourine, yes I know of it, I read of it when I was researching spaying my rabbit. I asked every vet what they used and if they didn't say isoflourine on a rabbit, I went to another vet because I knew they hadn't been up to date on rabbit healthcare. I went through about 4 vets until I found the ABSOLUTE best vet which, DUH I just remembered, she sees cats too! her practice is called Catnip Carrots and she specializes in rabbits/guinea pigs and Cats. Cats primarily. Boy am I dumb. But see...talking these things out is what helps us to come up with answers! Anyhow, thank you to EVERYONE for all your viewpoints. I appreciate them all because they are given out of caring. Hugs to all of you! -Rebecca Brooklyn
Re: Brooklyn again
he said he would treat this as a reg. GI infec IN CASE that's what it was he wants to nip it in the bud. The pepcid type pill certainly can't hurt, but Sandy, I hope that the Flagyl doesn't. For what it's worth, I do think that Cotton got enough doses in him to help a lot. His tootsie roll litterbox deposits are much more tolerable. So at least it was all for something, even though it made him feel so bad. As soon as I can get him on super-premium food, probably Innova, I think they will improve even more. And I'm hoping my extra-fluffy girl, Miss will slim down a bit. She's gained a lot of weight within the last year or two, and it's a worry to me. Sandy
Re: Brooklyn again
Hi Rebecca, Forgive me if you've been going over this in previous posts, but I haven't had time to read all the emails... Is Brooklyn eating okay with out the meds mixed in? Nina veggiepugs wrote: Thank you SO much to EVERYONE who gave their opinions. I think it is so important to get every viewpoint possible because it always gives me more to think about, and helps me to think of things I otherwise would not have. And even if some of the ideas are opposing or just slightly different, I like to have ALL the information I can. I like to gather from all directions and utilize everyone's input, because everyone's experience is unique to them. Who knows! The tiniest thing can end up being coincidental and I would be glad to have known it. Anyhow, Brooklyn isn't interested in the food I just gave him with his meds. The vet did seem very knowledgable about FeLV because I initially called him the day after I took brooklyn home. He's new at the hospital I go to, a very young doctor. In any case, I had just called the hospital and told them to have a dr call me back that I could speak to about cats. He spent a GOOD deal of time answering my good and dumb questions and was so informative and patient. I told him how much I appreciated that. Because he sounded so knowledgable about it, I wanted to come and see him. So we did. He was so nice to Brooklyn, talked to him and snuggled him, petted him. I like that. I hate when vets are cold and so abrupt. Especially with a fragile animal. They need comfort and calming. Anyhow, he said he would treat this as a reg. GI infec IN CASE that's what it was he wants to nip it in the bud. The pepcid type pill certainly can't hurt, but Sandy, I hope that the Flagyl doesn't. He also said he doesn't want to think about vaccines or neutering until Brooklyn is back on his feet and feeling and looking good. So, right now its about treating what we see. Yes he did want a fecal but I didn't get one in time for the visit. He gave me a tube and told me to get one and bring it over so he can do one. As far as the isoflourine, yes I know of it, I read of it when I was researching spaying my rabbit. I asked every vet what they used and if they didn't say isoflourine on a rabbit, I went to another vet because I knew they hadn't been up to date on rabbit healthcare. I went through about 4 vets until I found the ABSOLUTE best vet which, DUH I just remembered, she sees cats too! her practice is called Catnip Carrots and she specializes in rabbits/guinea pigs and Cats. Cats primarily. Boy am I dumb. But see...talking these things out is what helps us to come up with answers! Anyhow, thank you to EVERYONE for all your viewpoints. I appreciate them all because they are given out of caring. Hugs to all of you! -Rebecca Brooklyn
