Topic: Schui's not well.........SAD NEWS (Read 27242 times)

Christine (Blip) · « **Reply #91 on:** February 24, 2009, 19:39:17 PM »

Well, Janey, take things one day at a time, just as Schui does

Give the little fella an ear tug from me

Gill (sneakiefeline) · « **Reply #90 on:** February 24, 2009, 19:34:48 PM »

lots of

for you and schui

Janeyk · « **Reply #89 on:** February 24, 2009, 19:04:01 PM »

just got back from the vet and our vet wasn't on today

but had discussed Schui with the other vet who said that he had done well to go so long as the injection was only a 3 day one. She said that she would give him a long acting steroid injection and see how he goes with that, she has also given him an injection which body builders use (can't remember the name) to boost his muscles up a bit. Unfortunately she thinks that the prognosis is not good now and that the steroids will start to last less but she said you never know, and at least we can keep him comfortable until then

Stuart · « **Reply #88 on:** February 23, 2009, 19:41:52 PM »

Good luck tommorrow !!

sending Schui some healing vibes

Gill (sneakiefeline) · « **Reply #87 on:** February 23, 2009, 16:26:56 PM »

Hope Schui eats some more and the vet can help him tomorrow

Jasmine · « **Reply #86 on:** February 23, 2009, 16:14:30 PM »

Hope the vet can help tomorrow.
Snuzzles to Schui

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swampmaxmum · « **Reply #85 on:** February 23, 2009, 16:00:19 PM »

sorry he's poorly

If you have to give steroid pills, the prednisone seems to taste vile (foaming mouth if you don't get it straight down the throat) so if you can give it with something, that may help. On the plus side, they are nice and small.

Janeyk · « **Reply #84 on:** February 23, 2009, 14:08:13 PM »

Thanks all

he's had a tiny bit of food and milk this morning and has slept since, he just seems tired again though not as bad as yesterday. I think the steroid boosted him and it's just that it's worn off. Hopefully we'll get something sorted tomorrow to keep him a bit more stable.

Christine (Blip) · « **Reply #83 on:** February 23, 2009, 09:39:20 AM »

How is Schui today?

clarenmax · « **Reply #82 on:** February 23, 2009, 09:33:43 AM »

Hope he's a bit perkier today hun

Janeyk · « **Reply #81 on:** February 23, 2009, 08:08:30 AM »

Thanks he was happy to lay there and be fed a little last night

as though he was shattered but he is up and seems a bit brighter this morning so if stays like this I'll stick with tomorrow's appointment.

Desley (booktigger) · « **Reply #80 on:** February 22, 2009, 20:10:38 PM »

Fingers crossed for him Jane.

Janeyk · « **Reply #79 on:** February 22, 2009, 17:06:07 PM »

Thanks Pav

I've not tried Webbox but have heard a few people on here talk about it although I thought it was a biscuity type treat so I'll get some of that anyway to try. I don't think he likes hard cheese but never tried the soft Primula cheese but I'll bear that in mind if the vet recommends tablets,
awwww Jim

pappilon · « **Reply #78 on:** February 22, 2009, 15:51:28 PM »

Oh i am sorry, little man is not feeling good

Janey,if the vet decides is better to have steroid tablets than injection, i know you mentioned Schui has no teeth to take treats but Webbox is soft and you can make it flat and hide the tablet in this way he doesnt even taste the tab, also with Jim i used to put his tablets in Primula cheese and he loved it , does Schui like cheese?

I hope he feels better by tomorrow.

Janeyk · « **Reply #77 on:** February 22, 2009, 14:41:39 PM »

Schui seemed a bit wobbly again yesterday and today he's quite down again

was a bit sick this morning and not eaten much and limp. Obviously this is what the vet meant about the injection not lasting, just giving him loads of cuddles today and if he's like this tomorrow I'll try and get the vet to squeeze him in instead of Tuesday.

Janeyk · « **Reply #76 on:** February 20, 2009, 11:45:14 AM »

thanks Gill

Pav, Schui has no teeth now and will only seem to eat really soft food but the receptionist said that they should be ok to mix in with his food should we decide to go with the tablets. I'll will discuss it with the vet though on Tuesday as i'm not really sure,

to Phoebe and Boy

Schui is very comical with his little table and the mess he makes and when he's done and has food all over his nose but with all his afflictions he still seems a happy little soul

pappilon · « **Reply #75 on:** February 19, 2009, 20:28:35 PM »

Sending Schui

from Phoebe and Boy.

Does Schui like treats if you decide to go with tablets so you can hide the tab in? I have to say the tablets are a lot cheaper i got 45 today for Boy and it was only £4.75 but with tablets you cant just stop you have to reduse the dose gradually, is best to discuss it with your vet and see which is best for him.

the picture where he is having his dinner on small table. x

Gill (sneakiefeline) · « **Reply #74 on:** February 19, 2009, 20:04:49 PM »

and strokes to Schui

Janeyk · « **Reply #73 on:** February 19, 2009, 09:24:17 AM »

Right, I am thinking they may last longer with Schui because the long-acting ones we were told he could have when he needed and he hasn't had one for 7mths they do seem to last a long time and like you say the first time he ever had them after the second he didn't need one for months as if it built up in his system.

Desley (booktigger) · « **Reply #72 on:** February 19, 2009, 08:02:15 AM »

They did deal with her pre-cancerous scabs, and they did last a month in her, as you could tell towards the end of the month that they were just appearing, although after 3 she didnt need any for a while, and when they did start appearing again, she was having all the trouble with her tummy, so that was priority.

Janeyk · « **Reply #71 on:** February 19, 2009, 07:56:07 AM »

Quote from: Desley (booktigger) on February 19, 2009, 07:47:31 AM

The two weekly steroid jab can last in their system for up to a month, Pebbles just had hers monthly for her scabs. Good luck whichever option you go down, and I hope it can buy him some quality time.

Thanks Desley, did they help Pebbles alot?

Janeyk · « **Reply #70 on:** February 19, 2009, 07:53:28 AM »

Thanks Kate I'll keep an eye on him, I won't take anything myself unless really desperate and I tend to be the same with the cats

Liz, that's what we were thinking although I was told that the steroid tablets can be crushed and are cheaper option I still think the injection may be less hassle but Steve said it sounds like visiting the vets every 2 wks so not sure yet I'll have a chat about it and ask her opinion before I decide.

Desley (booktigger) · « **Reply #69 on:** February 19, 2009, 07:47:31 AM »

The two weekly steroid jab can last in their system for up to a month, Pebbles just had hers monthly for her scabs. Good luck whichever option you go down, and I hope it can buy him some quality time.

Liz · « **Reply #68 on:** February 18, 2009, 20:08:21 PM »

Our Gracie was on the 2 wekly steroid and its so much easier than tablets and less stress to

Do I feel another lady joining the injection club - some vets - ours anyway will give you the injections to do so it is less stress for the cat - steroid injections are quite big needles and the steriod is gloopy again storage in the fridge = at one point the cats had their own shelves for antibiotics, canin insulin and steroids!

swampmaxmum · « **Reply #67 on:** February 18, 2009, 19:33:34 PM »

I hope they will help him a lot. They are pretty strong - I don't think you can give them more often than every 2 weeks (?). Swampy had one which made him feel a bit dodgy but the side effects wore off after 3 days. Here's hoping they do the trick

Janeyk · « **Reply #66 on:** February 18, 2009, 18:05:54 PM »

She definitely said steroid, she never mentioned abs at all although she doesn't know for definite she said she suspects neurological problems or a mass, he has had a couple of long lasting steroid injects in the four years we've had him firstly for gum problems which resolved when his teeth were removed then for constant snotty and sinus problems - which she has suspected to be due to either polyps or something more sinister like a growth. The steroid injections he has had have supposedly been to try and reduce any swelling in there, I think she is thinking brain as he can't control his legs on the left side and his eyesight went on that side too.

Schui had his last longacting steroid injection last July and I have a feeling that she is suggesting he have these steroid injections every 2 wks to prevent a sudden attack like he has just had for more control, I have also spoken to someone today whose cat had to have steroid injections every 2 wks.

Hopefully they will help him lots

Gill (sneakiefeline) · « **Reply #65 on:** February 18, 2009, 17:37:51 PM »

A two week injection sounds like convenia which is an ab and only suitable for certain things. It was no good for Franta at all, its best for abcesses ands infections but nothing in the brain.

Hope th at Schui confounds the vet

Janeyk · « **Reply #64 on:** February 18, 2009, 14:59:29 PM »

It is Christine we know he will never be right as his illness is progressing but he seems such a happy boy and while ever he's happy and comfortable he will be with us

I'll keep you posted

Christine (Blip) · « **Reply #63 on:** February 18, 2009, 13:26:11 PM »

It's good to know exactly what to expect. Keep us posted, Janey

Janeyk · « **Reply #62 on:** February 18, 2009, 11:04:49 AM »

I have actually just spoken to the vets to let her know how he's been and for her to review him. She said that although he has improved alot given how he was last week she doubts it will last and that he will soon be how he was again so, she said to keep him comfortable if it was her cat she would either give him steroid tablets or a 2 wk injection - not sure if that means he will need it every 2 wks? (the tablets would be the cheaper option). We are a little unsure so have booked him in for the injection for next Tuesday and I'll have a chat with her then.

Tiggy's Mum · « **Reply #61 on:** February 18, 2009, 09:28:08 AM »

Glad Schui is feeling a bit better now

clarenmax · « **Reply #60 on:** February 17, 2009, 13:52:29 PM »

Ah bless him, glad he's doing so well

Janeyk · « **Reply #59 on:** February 17, 2009, 13:18:25 PM »

He is Jasmine

Jasmine · « **Reply #58 on:** February 17, 2009, 13:05:14 PM »

Dear Schui - what a trooper!
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Janeyk · « **Reply #57 on:** February 16, 2009, 17:15:07 PM »

Yes Pav, with his sinus problems he snorts as if he's choking if his dish isn't raised, he's fine though if he eats like this.

pappilon · « **Reply #56 on:** February 16, 2009, 17:10:02 PM »

Awww bless him, has he got little table under his plate

Gill (sneakiefeline) · « **Reply #55 on:** February 16, 2009, 17:08:25 PM »

Schui is lovely and what the hell......make a mess my wonderful boy

Janeyk · « **Reply #54 on:** February 16, 2009, 17:02:38 PM »

Schui is doing really well, his walking is much better and nearly back to normal he still can't jump up anymore and makes a bit of a mess with his food but he's purring away and seems much happier again

here a photo of him adapting but making a mess!

pappilon · « **Reply #53 on:** February 14, 2009, 18:25:39 PM »

Me too, i am really glad Schui is better and adapting.

Desley (booktigger) · « **Reply #52 on:** February 14, 2009, 14:17:41 PM »

Glad he seems to be adapting.

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