Posted by IsoM on January 9, 2003, at 12:38:18
In reply to Re: for bluedog... » IsoM, posted by bluedog on January 9, 2003, at 6:07:45
...but I do read loud & clear. Thanks for the link. The first day I found out it was CRF, I read *everything* on it (I knew some about it but not the details). And yes, that even included when & if I lose her. I wanted to know how to gauge when she gets to the point when she's suffering too much as they can't tell us.
She absolutely HATES me force-feeding her but she shows such improvement afterwards, so I'll continue. After a few feedings yesterday plus the Gravol, she was so hungry, she practically snarfed her food down. Then she settled down with me & her purr was so loud, it rumbled!
I'm not sure how advanced her kidney failure is either but she's had potty breath for a few years now & I had no idea why. It's not something I've ever read about - all other references were to decayed teeth & hers are fine. I just assumed it was due to old age. I feel strongly that all pet owners should be warned that if they notice a "potty breath" smell to their pets to get their BUN levels checked. Of all the books, magazine articles, & web sites I've read on cats, I've never found this mentioned.
Bluedog, if you want to email me any tips about your cats renal failure, I'd love to hear them. I'm sure there's bound to be something helpful that owners can share. Thanks.
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