Topic: Think bellas just had an absence seizure (Read 55706 times)

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #202 on:** January 18, 2018, 06:55:35 AM »

Thinking of you all Xx

Judecat (Paula) · « **Reply #201 on:** January 17, 2018, 21:38:19 PM »

Personally I think that is the best course of action you CAN take. Listen to the Vet, to your heart and do the best thing for Bella, as I am sure that you will.

It won't be nice, but I am sure that your Husband and Daughter will understand that Bella's interests have to come first.

My heart and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

I do agree with Dawn though, better a touch early than too late when Bella's life becomes a chore to her.

girlinleeds · « **Reply #200 on:** January 17, 2018, 20:20:29 PM »

Have had a long chat with dh, and he's agreed she really not herself she's not eaten all her tea, going to have a very honest chat with the vet on Friday about our feelings and what is in bellas best interests and take it from there.

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #199 on:** January 17, 2018, 13:18:49 PM »

Sometimes, life sucks. It's never easy at times like this.

Desley (booktigger) · « **Reply #198 on:** January 17, 2018, 13:18:11 PM »

It is such a hard position to be in, but it really is best to do it too soon than too late – my neighbour wanted me to give Buster 24 hours on a drip to see if he could recover, but it would have only bought him months at best, and his spark had gone, I normally let mine go early and don’t see that, but you can tell in their eyes when they are ready. I’m glad for your sake that DD is so astute about it, although that must also be breaking your heart

Dawn F · « **Reply #197 on:** January 17, 2018, 13:02:18 PM »

me too sue

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #196 on:** January 17, 2018, 12:33:56 PM »

I so understand. Been there myself. Sadly, I didn't make the wisest decision in hindsight.

girlinleeds · « **Reply #195 on:** January 17, 2018, 10:58:02 AM »

Dh has said she ate her dreamies this morning with her tablet, I'm desperately hoping these drugs kick in and she perks up a bit. Her Friday appointment is with the vet that knows her best, he's been at every scan and I know we'll get an honest opinion from him. My worst fear is putting her through treatment and dragging things out to benefit us not her, but Im also scared about saying enough too soon. At least with barney it was clear cut, he'd been poisoned and there was nothing to be done. My heart and head are saying very different things

Rosella moggy · « **Reply #194 on:** January 17, 2018, 09:25:39 AM »

Thinking of you all

Sending much love to Bella

Dawn F · « **Reply #193 on:** January 17, 2018, 08:25:44 AM »

so sad

I think the bella teddy is lovely as well, the way your daughter has loved her is so touching

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #192 on:** January 17, 2018, 07:48:15 AM »

Well said, Paula.

It's a heart-rending situation you're in, and each and every one of us wishes there was a way to lessen the feelings of grief and indecision. I think a Bella Teddy is a wonderful idea, and a lovely tribute to Bella.

Sending you all much love.

Judecat (Paula) · « **Reply #191 on:** January 17, 2018, 07:44:48 AM »

I remember very well taking my beloved Trouble to the vet just before Christmas three years ago, the vet said that we could keep him going for a few more months, but he would have to have biweekly bloods done and would have to be given pills every day, he was still a purr monster, but had stopped playing, I looked at him, his eyes had started to film with cataracts, and he just wasn't right. I asked the vet what she thought, she said "I think it's time to let him go." In my heart of hearts I knew that, which was why I asked her. She asked if I wanted him taken into the back room, but I said no, so he went to sleep in my arms. It was one of the hardest decisions I have ever made, but I had to do what was right for him. You'll know in your heart of hearts when it is time for Bella. Awful though it is. I am sure your Darling Daughter will recognise this too.

He is in my back garden with a lovely wild white rose on his grave.

As I said before, we are always here for you both.

I think everyone on here has had to make that agonising decision at some point, we do all understand.

girlinleeds · « **Reply #190 on:** January 17, 2018, 06:49:44 AM »

She didn't really eat her breakfast this morning, and even though she was purring she wouldn't jump onto the sofa like she normally would. I know we're very rapidly reaching the point where we have to make that decision, she just looked so sad this morning

Judecat (Paula) · « **Reply #189 on:** January 16, 2018, 22:53:52 PM »

Whatever you think will help Dd. We are always here for you both.

girlinleeds · « **Reply #188 on:** January 16, 2018, 19:52:53 PM »

my heart is breaking but just knowing there are people who understand and care helps. Dd wants me to make her a Bella Teddy, I'm thinking I could crochet a cat and then add black patches on??

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #187 on:** January 16, 2018, 19:30:37 PM »

Oh sweetheart. What can we say? Nothing that will help, but we're here for you x

girlinleeds · « **Reply #186 on:** January 16, 2018, 18:52:43 PM »

She's not good, heart rate 250 and resp rate over 50 at vets, her heart murmur is now grade5-6. She's had an injection of diuretic, and added in fruisamide to her medication, if she doesn't improve or gets worse to get in contact otherwise they'll review her on Friday. Dd said on the way home mummy I don't want to say it but I think bellas reaching the end of her life, then sat and sobbed.

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #185 on:** January 16, 2018, 17:03:52 PM »

Thinking of you.

girlinleeds · « **Reply #184 on:** January 16, 2018, 16:25:38 PM »

Her breathing isn't right, she's always snored when asleep but noisy when awake relaxed resps upto 38 vets shortly

Desley (booktigger) · « **Reply #183 on:** December 24, 2017, 18:37:22 PM »

Thanks for the update, sorry it was a bit bittersweet for you

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #182 on:** December 24, 2017, 17:16:51 PM »

Am also hoping this Christmas will be very special for you all.

Judecat (Paula) · « **Reply #181 on:** December 24, 2017, 16:00:58 PM »

Thank you for the update, I hope that you all have a wonderful Christmas.

girlinleeds · « **Reply #180 on:** December 24, 2017, 15:03:43 PM »

Just thought I'd drop in and update on Bella, she's still doing well. Just cooking a full chicken for the three of them for chickmas, only sad point was when I wrapped bellas Christmas present for dd and realised it will be the last one she gets from her. I bought a Teddy that dd is desperate for so she'll have something to remember her by.

Desley (booktigger) · « **Reply #179 on:** November 30, 2017, 13:24:53 PM »

Quote from: girlinleeds on November 29, 2017, 21:06:36 PM

Dh has decided she's getting a bit podgy and needs to diet, I've just moved where her dreamies stash is, honestly what is the point of making her miserable trying to loose weight, as long as she's not massively overweight I'm happy

I fully agree - too much weight could make her heart worse, but a bit extra could be a bonus actually.

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #178 on:** November 30, 2017, 09:42:38 AM »

Life is for living. It's all too short, and precious and delightful. If a Dreamie or too helps things along, I vote for the Dreamies.

girlinleeds · « **Reply #177 on:** November 30, 2017, 09:12:01 AM »

Dh seems to think I've binned the dreamies, in reality me and Bella both know where their hidden, I just think it's pointless making her miserable, it's not going to change anything. I've accepted her prognosis but I think dh is struggling to believe it

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #176 on:** November 30, 2017, 08:48:10 AM »

Quote from: Dawn F on November 30, 2017, 08:32:27 AM

think I'd be sneaking the dreamies!

Me too......

Dawn F · « **Reply #175 on:** November 30, 2017, 08:32:27 AM »

think I'd be sneaking the dreamies!

girlinleeds · « **Reply #174 on:** November 29, 2017, 21:06:36 PM »

Dh has decided she's getting a bit podgy and needs to diet, I've just moved where her dreamies stash is, honestly what is the point of making her miserable trying to loose weight, as long as she's not massively overweight I'm happy

Liz · « **Reply #173 on:** November 04, 2017, 22:38:12 PM »

So glad she is doing well my only advice would be to follow your heart and love her for being Bella and that will provide some wonderful memories.

Having lost 2 this week my thoughts are with you in this journey x

girlinleeds · « **Reply #172 on:** November 04, 2017, 17:35:31 PM »

She is bonkers today, I've never seen her so lively she running round pouncing on toys and the other two, why do I get the feeling it's her going, me ill I don't think so

Desley (booktigger) · « **Reply #171 on:** November 04, 2017, 09:16:58 AM »

That's fantastic news

Rosella moggy · « **Reply #170 on:** November 04, 2017, 08:25:17 AM »

So pleased she allowed scan without sedation and no fluid on her lungs. Couldn't have realistically hoped for better news I think. Am delighted for you all

Judecat (Paula) · « **Reply #169 on:** November 04, 2017, 07:52:36 AM »

I hope that Bella is happier today, she'll have had her brekfuss.

Judecat (Paula) · « **Reply #168 on:** November 03, 2017, 18:54:49 PM »

So happy for you All.

girlinleeds · « **Reply #167 on:** November 03, 2017, 15:02:40 PM »

The vet was lovely and said he didn't want to upset me but to say at some point we're going to have to make hard decisions about her, I explained me and dh had already discussed that and as long as she's happy and comfortable we are happy. He understands and I think he's happy we will do the best for her. Just of to pick her up and daughter from school

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #166 on:** November 03, 2017, 14:38:47 PM »

Am so very pleased to hear this.

I can just imagine how chuffed you'll all be feeling.

Clever girl, Bella.

girlinleeds · « **Reply #165 on:** November 03, 2017, 14:17:17 PM »

They didn't need to sedate her today, which I'm really pleased about. Her scan hasn't shown any changes which is fantastic, although the vet did say they didn't expect her to be so well, still no fluid on her lungs. Realistically this time next year she won't be here but at least we can hopefully have one last spoilt rotten Christmas with her. They've said to rescan in 6 months unless she becomes ill and then they'd do it sooner. No change to her medication either

girlinleeds · « **Reply #164 on:** November 03, 2017, 07:46:57 AM »

She is very grumpy, she really does not like being fasted, but then neither do I

Rosella moggy · « **Reply #163 on:** November 03, 2017, 07:33:37 AM »

Sending every good wish for Bellas vet visit today

Glad to hear that her head is fully healed. She's done so well so far helped by very caring slaves

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