Could anyone help Riley (and you) out with the Ropocat?

 

I did think that myself..but I doubt he would have helped himself enough to cause the weight loss..but you just know that on Wednesday he will probably put on, which will be fantastic, but won't help us in the long run of things, if that makes sense!?

No you are probably right, but in this weird world of IBD anything is possible If he has put on weight don't question why just be grateful It would at least prove he can

 

Could anyone help Riley (and you) out with the Ropocat?

No replies so far..I did ask the company if I could try single tins, but could not do it as delivery etc..I may just order a tin and stand the delivery cost to see if he likes it and is ok with it, he has had venison before a semi safe food..

 

No you are probably right, but in this weird world of IBD anything is possible If he has put on weight don't question why just be grateful It would at least prove he can

Oh definitely!! It's really great to see him more active, though at silly o'clock in the morning waking me up to say "hi" not so fun but did make me smile! I am really looking forward to the consult, a chance to pick her brains and experience in treating this.

I was telling one of my customers at work about him, she said she will come in Thursday to see how he got on..thought that was so lovely of her. An old dear customer always asks me how my pussy is reminds me of "are you being served"

 

Oh definitely!! It's really great to see him more active, though at silly o'clock in the morning waking me up to say "hi" not so fun but did make me smile! I am really looking forward to the consult, a chance to pick her brains and experience in treating this.

I was telling one of my customers at work about him, she said she will come in Thursday to see how he got on..thought that was so lovely of her. An old dear customer always asks me how my pussy is reminds me of "are you being served"

I remember saying to a work colleague that Bumble the feral slept in a polystyrene box in the shed,and she told everyone I kept my "pussy" in a polystyrene box :w00t: :lol::lol:
So good to see you more positive Even if the referral consultation doesn't go any further than the consultation I'm sure you and Riley will benefit from it,even if it is only that you just may understand it a bit more(then you can tell me )

 

I remember saying to a work colleague that Bumble the feral slept in a polystyrene box in the shed,and she told everyone I kept my "pussy" in a polystyrene box :w00t: :lol::lol:
So good to see you more positive Even if the referral consultation doesn't go any further than the consultation I'm sure you and Riley will benefit from it,even if it is only that you just may understand it a bit more(then you can tell me )

It's been the change in him, makes me feel he is fighting again, which makes me more positive. Whilst he fights I can..as I know he is not suffering!

Pussy in a box..classic

Oh and on my list of questions, I've already got about vomiting ibd..and why is it different to the other end

 

It's been the change in him, makes me feel he is fighting again, which makes me more positive. Whilst he fights I can..as I know he is not suffering!

Pussy in a box..classic

Oh and on my list of questions, I've already got about vomiting ibd..and why is it different to the other end

I will be interested to hear another opinion on that,as far as I can make out it is because it affects the upper digestive tract rather than the lower tract, and it does seem that Famotidine is stopping the vomiting,not necessarily the nauseous feeling though as he does still lip lick.

 

I will be interested to hear another opinion on that,as far as I can make out it is because it affects the upper digestive tract rather than the lower tract, and it does seem that Famotidine is stopping the vomiting,not necessarily the nauseous feeling though as he does still lip lick.

I'm sure I can put it in the conversation.. I will say I know some one who has vomiting symptoms of ibd, why is it some have vomiting and some have runny bums!

The lip lick is horrible, when Riley had the time he was being sick and nearly had an over night stay at the vets, he was doing that. It's almost like there was something stuck in his mouth.

He was ok again this morning, we played on his scratching post before work and after work when I came home.

 

Hi All,
Its been quiet on here lately - just wonder how the cancer kitties are doing?
Sally has/had gone over 2 weeks without upset tummy and feels like she's putting weight on again. She's also been 'happier' in herself lately, especially since Da Bird landed the other day - its turned this teenager into a temporary kitten-kat

I tried her with curcumin again the other day BUT ... she did vomit a furball a little later with bright yellow fluid tho was fine again after. So I don't call this a vomit/upset tummy episode and will try it again soon.

Since she's eating so very well, I'm reluctant to do anything that leads to inappetite episodes again. The last one was scary tho the vets were really good with her.


This leads me to a comment on a current PF thread about Nutriment - the new raw catfood. Sorry I don't know how to link the thread.

But someone, who has a kitty with a liver tumour, said she visited the shop and spoke with staff the other day. She continues"They explained stories of how tumor growth had been substantially slowed with a raw diet .....



Kath

 

Hi Kath,

I'm SO pleased that Sally is feeling better, and that she seems to have put on a bit of weight. The weight gain at this time of year (and given the hot weather) is remarkable.

That's an interesting comment about raw food diet possibly slowing tumour growth. I wish I could get Jim Bob to eat raw food but he is the only one of my 5 cats that won't touch the stuff (that is, unless I give it a hefty sprinkling of crushed Thrive cat treats....)

Jim Bob is currently out in the garden in the sunshine. He's rolling about in the grass and playing with his tail - something I've not seen him do for a very long time! In these moments he is obviously blissfully happy! I tell myself, "THIS is why we went though with the amputation of his leg 3 months ago...." You may remember, at that time our choices were either amputation or PTS... Just watching him play has brought tears to my eyes...

I am aware though that the oncologist said he might have six months after the amputation, and we are half way through that time...

He's taking his curcumin really well (touch wood/ anti-jinx) and I sincerely hope that either gives him more time or gives him a better quality of life in the time that he has.

Have taken some photos of him in the garden today and hope to post some soon.

Big hugs to all folks with cancer-kitties!!! May the cancer shrivel to nothing, and may the cats be happy and healthy for as long as the universe will allow!

Eliz x

 

Hi Kath,

That's an interesting comment about raw food diet possibly slowing tumour growth. I wish I could get Jim Bob to eat raw food but he is the only one of my 5 cats that won't touch the stuff (that is, unless I give it a hefty sprinkling of crushed Thrive cat treats....)

Thats a great pity Eliz, but I think if you feed him a low or carb free quality food he will benefit enormously.
I've emailed Nutriment re their comment as I'm inclined to think its simply the carb free that is vital not the cooked or raw aspect. Should they reply then I'll re-post here.

Jim Bob is currently out in the garden in the sunshine. He's rolling about in the grass and playing with his tail - something I've not seen him do for a very long time! In these moments he is obviously blissfully happy! I tell myself, "THIS is why we went though with the amputation of his leg 3 months ago...." You may remember, at that time our choices were either amputation or PTS... Just watching him play has brought tears to my eyes...
Have taken some photos of him in the garden today and hope to post some soon.

That is soooo good to hear I can imagine just how you must feel. And you really don't know about the validity of the oncologists prognosis. They can only go off past records and there's always exceptions to rules. Lets hope JB proves to be one of those.
Looking forward to seeing the piccies then

Big hugs to all folks with cancer-kitties!!! May the cancer shrivel to nothing, and may the cats be happy and healthy for as long as the universe will allow!

Eliz x

Ditto

Kath

 

Ok here are my list of questions so far..there may seem a lot, but as its £250 (thank goodness for insurance) for the consultation I want to be fully prepared and not come away thinking, if only I asked that..

Any thoughts or anything you can add??

Riley

1. What test would you propose to do
2. Do you think that you will find anything different that my vet has not already found?
3. What is the difference with you doing the tests and my vet having done the tests?
4. What is the after care like if he has the tests as he gets very stressed staying away from home at a vets and the last visit they could not get him to eat or use the toilet.
5. If he does stay in can I visit?
6. With the tests are we just likely to confirm IBD or do you think it could be something else?
7. What are the benefits of you doing more testing?
8. If you do confirm its IBD what are the treatment options, considering that he has not responded to all the "normal" treatment options so far.
9. If IBD why does he have diarrhoea symptoms and not vomiting?
10. He eats 250-350g per day, why is he loosing weight?
11. If we do not manage his symptoms where cold this lead (as read could lead to cancer)
12. Does his anal polyp cause any concern.
13. Does his hunching up and sitting awkward cause concern.
14. What success have you had treating cats with IBD before and what was the treatment.
15. As he can only tolerate certain foods and does not see "raw" as food, can you suggest any other foods that we can try?
16. Are there any supplements I can add to his food?
17.

 

Ok here are my list of questions so far..there may seem a lot, but as its £250 (thank goodness for insurance) for the consultation I want to be fully prepared and not come away thinking, if only I asked that..

Any thoughts or anything you can add??

Riley

1. What test would you propose to do
2. Do you think that you will find anything different that my vet has not already found?
3. What is the difference with you doing the tests and my vet having done the tests?
4. What is the after care like if he has the tests as he gets very stressed staying away from home at a vets and the last visit they could not get him to eat or use the toilet.
5. If he does stay in can I visit?
6. With the tests are we just likely to confirm IBD or do you think it could be something else?
7. What are the benefits of you doing more testing?
8. If you do confirm its IBD what are the treatment options, considering that he has not responded to all the "normal" treatment options so far.
9. If IBD why does he have diarrhoea symptoms and not vomiting?
10. He eats 250-350g per day, why is he loosing weight?
11. If we do not manage his symptoms where cold this lead (as read could lead to cancer)
12. Does his anal polyp cause any concern.
13. Does his hunching up and sitting awkward cause concern.
14. What success have you had treating cats with IBD before and what was the treatment.
15. As he can only tolerate certain foods and does not see "raw" as food, can you suggest any other foods that we can try?
16. Are there any supplements I can add to his food?
17.

Looks like a pretty comprehensive list to me , cant think of much else that you could ask , but even if you have missed something I would imagine the consultant will have a list of questions for you which will trigger any other questions that you may have missed.
Good luck,I would imagine you are very apprehensive about Wednesday but also glad of the chance to find out if there is anything else that they can offer either in treatment or information on what exactly is going on.

 

Hi, Just a quick comment nicolaa on your list of questions.

How could you re-word some of the 'closed' questions - ie the ones requiring simple yes or no answers and replace them with 'open' questions - ie. those that may lead to a more comprehensive response/discussion?

eg - If he does stay in can I visit? Perhaps more like
If he does stay in when will I be able to visit and for how long

Hope this sounds ok and that the consult goes well.

Kath

 

Looks like a pretty comprehensive list to me , cant think of much else that you could ask , but even if you have missed something I would imagine the consultant will have a list of questions for you which will trigger any other questions that you may have missed.
Good luck,I would imagine you are very apprehensive about Wednesday but also glad of the chance to find out if there is anything else that they can offer either in treatment or information on what exactly is going on.

I am getting nervous now. I cleaned his carrier last night, he was in the garden so did not see! I've got some new tuperware for food incase he stays in and got some more pumpkin. Going to print off a map tonight so will have directions and also put it into phone sat nav.

Got my note book ready and a pen..of course im sure I've forgotton something!!

 

I am getting nervous now. I cleaned his carrier last night, he was in the garden so did not see! I've got some new tuperware for food incase he stays in and got some more pumpkin. Going to print off a map tonight so will have directions and also put it into phone sat nav.

Got my note book ready and a pen..of course im sure I've forgotton something!!

Since you are not driving ...." a bottle of something very strong" Good luck

 

Hi Nicolaa

Hope things go well for you and Riley tomorrow and that you get answers to your questions. Will wait for your update :

 

Since you are not driving ...." a bottle of something very strong" Good luck

morning appointment so be a bit early.. Also need to give riley a good groom this evening, so he is looking all smart and to cut down on the mass moulting that will happen as soon as he goes in the carrier..

Sorry about typing am on my phone.

 

Hi Nicolaa

Hope things go well for you and Riley tomorrow and that you get answers to your questions. Will wait for your update :

thanks Polly..will let you know..

Hi, Just a quick comment nicolaa on your list of questions.

How could you re-word some of the 'closed' questions - ie the ones requiring simple yes or no answers and replace them with 'open' questions - ie. those that may lead to a more comprehensive response/discussion?

eg - If he does stay in can I visit? Perhaps more like
If he does stay in when will I be able to visit and for how long

Hope this sounds ok and that the consult goes well.

Kath

I agree but I am also a straight talking person and like yes and no answers to some questions..its also hard as I don't know her so won't have the same relationship like I do with my own vet..

 

Nicola, Good luck to you and Mr Stripy tomorrow. Please keep us posted (I know you will....)

 

Nicola, Good luck to you and Mr Stripy tomorrow. Please keep us posted (I know you will....)

Thanks, I'm really feeling it now, all worse case scenarios going through my head, main one, what if he runs under the bed so can't get him out..have to get the timing of closing the bedroom door right! Too early and it's stress, leave to late and he will be firmly under the bed, still working that one out ut:

My tummy is a bit funny :blushing: :blushing:

 

Thanks, I'm really feeling it now, all worse case scenarios going through my head, main one, what if he runs under the bed so can't get him out..have to get the timing of closing the bedroom door right! Too early and it's stress, leave to late and he will be firmly under the bed, still working that one out ut:

My tummy is a bit funny :blushing: :blushing:

Carrier Feliway-ed?

 

Carrier Feliway-ed?

Damn it!! I knew there was something else I was meant to get

Too late now, to be fair once he is in the car he calms down and has not cried last few times in the car..it's just when he realises he is going he stresses and when he is on the vets table..as soon as she lets go of him he jumps back into the carrier..

I knew there was something else!!

 

Just dropped in to wish you and Riley all the best for tomorrow,paws crossed it all goes well xx

 

Just dropped in to wish you and Riley all the best for tomorrow,paws crossed it all goes well xx

Thank you..im feeding him until midnight then he can have no more, just incase

I have had so much bad luck today, from stubbing my toe, having bad day at work, forgetting to print a form and then having to walk the mile back to my friends house to print it! Worse was forgetting I had put a bottle of wine in the freezer to cool.........yup it was a wine icicle!!

So all bad luck out the way can only be good tomorrow..