That cat never ceases to amaze me. She's old, thin, sleeps a ton and was on a peeing streak that lasted far too long. But that's all over and she's doing great--even though she looks like hell every now and then. But, then again, who doesn't, right?
I took her to the vet the other day as she was long due for her annual visit. And like usual, girlfriend was not happy about the carrier, the car, the drive, nor the vet's office. She sang full tilt the entire time--until some rude sniffy dog came up to her carrier as we waited in the chairs. That hushed her up pretty darn fast--even though I gave his owner the "evil glare of death."
'Ole Grace checked out okay, but she lost another half a pound, which is never good for her. We ran expensive blood tests and it seems her kidneys are holding their own--staying stable which was a nice surprise. The doctor sent us home with more special food that has absolutely no flavor (or so Grace says) and some tasty medicine that makes certain kitties who are constipated go poopy within hours. Yeah, he's got some departing gifts, doesn't he?
After all that expensive fun, Grace and I headed home--me to do laundry and house cleaning and other assorted fun things, while Grace went to find her cushion behind the bed to recuperate from the experience.
She licked her fur into a spiffy old cat-do and snuggled in for the long haul--sleeping until the next meal was ready.
We're fun like that.
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You know I am not a "cat person," but I just know I would love Grace. She seems my kind of cat. Wishing her pleasant dreams and happy waking moments!
Well Grace, glad your blood work was good. That is always a relief. So just keep on sleeping etc. We usually sing all the way to the vet too. Got to entertain the hooomans, don't we. We don't want them to stress. Take care.
Wish I could go sleep until the next meal is ready. :) But I'm not going to lick myself. Okay?
Huge {{huggiez}} to Miss Grace...
Hope she has a few more lives to go.
Give her a chin-rub for me, pally!
A stressful day for her for sure. :-(
This makes me sad, Lin. I just want her to do well with no slipping backwards.
I am glad she is doing well. Maybe she lost weight because the food is tasteless. Could the vet get her another type of expensive food? Maybe something tasty? My cats love the pricey cat food.
It's hard to watch them get old. I'm very happy that she is holding her own but I know well the way you feel.
Oh poor baby...my heart just breaks upon hearing of her illness and declining health! Just so sad for her....but hey, she has spunk and isn't that what it's all about!
Awh, I'm glad for the Grace update, pally. It's always a traumatizing visit for "anybuddy" to steal Beaded tail's language.
I can relate to the looking like hell some days :) Hope Grace is feeling better after her irritating trip to the vet
I'm glad that Grace is doing well and hope she recovered from the experience! It's hard seeing our furbabies get older and knowing what's happening but not wanting it to happen. I usually go into denial which obviously isn't good. May she continue to bring you smiles for a long time to come!
Good news as Grace is such a sweet looking cat:)
Vanilla--Grace is cool because she's aloof, yet silly. She is this weird combination of not needing anyone, yet she's happy to sit on the chair by my bed....just out of reach of petting. She's a non-pet pet. Does that make sense?
Marg--I was really surprised to hear her tests were so good. Surprised, and happy.
Chuck--Yeah, licking yourself just leads to hairballs. Blech.
Grace--Oh, she's good, Grace. It was good news. :) I am relieved.
Veronica Lee--Oh, she is so tiny now! But she is still chugging along. I gave her a kiss on the top of her head from you. :)
Diane--Oh, yeah. For us both! But it was good news in the end. Hooray!
Liz--Yeah, me too. She's my little buddy and I cry when I think of her not being here.
Anne--The doctor thinks she might have lost weight being constipated and not wanting to eat. They give her special kidney food--which is not very good, no matter who makes it. She tolerates the Purina N/F (which she says stands for No Flavor) so I mix that with some regular wet food to get her to eat it.
Patty--Everyday I look at her and am glad that she is still here. She's probably gonna live another 5 years and I'll be thinking she's dying all that time! Hahaha!
Tracy--Yeah, she's still going strong even if her body is getting old. It's hard to see her getting frail.
Nancy--I hate the vet. I guess I've had too many sad times there, so I'm all stressed out too. I just don't want to hear bad news, you know? But this was good--she is still going strong. Wasn't it you who told me she can go on a long time with kidney disease?
Ann--Me too! That's why I love that cat. She can look like crap and still be fun. I like that about her.
Beaded Tail--I always tear up when I think of her leaving me. I just love that darn cat so much! But we had good news, so I don't have to worry about that for today. :) Hooray!
Mary Ann--She is a good kitty. She isn't much for lovin', but she does love to be silly with me every day. Every single morning, she hides in the covers and bites me as I try to make the bed. I'm still trying to figure out if I'm gonna miss that or not when she does leave me.
Sweet Grace ~ I am so happy you are still with us. And really, beside sleeping and eating, what else does a gal need? :)
Kisses for Grace!
xo Catherine
It wasn't me who said that, but that's wonderful news all in the same!
My one dog is 15 and a half years old and still in pretty good health. Kind of amazing. He's still somewhat active, when there's food involved. We figure as long as he enjoys his food, he's good.
What an amazing cat-face!
You take good care of your pets, Lin!
Best wishes & hugs,
Anna
Dear Grace... V-8 just went on that way for a long time, until she finally faded away. Grace still looks pretty good, though.
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