Hey everyone,

I just got off the phone with the vet clinic and Grayness went home
today!  She's doing just fine after her hip surgery.

They performed an FHO, or Femoral Head Osteotomy.  Basically they trim
off the head of the femur so when the cat moves, the femur isn't
grinding against the pelvis.  It's a common surgery for cats and small
dogs with bad hip problems, according to my veterinary professor at
school.  But she went home with antibiotics, and the lady said she was
kicking her leg when they were trying to clean out her ears.  I'm so
happy!

Also, the lady said she's been getting calls from around the world to
make donations to help out with the bill.  She says she might go to
rpca and post something about the kitty's status and to thank
everyone.

Oh, I'm so glad Grayness is going to be fine.  The owner said he was
going to make a soft nest for her with her food and water nearby.
He's going to put a litter box nearby, but Grayness has never used one
before, so he hopes she uses it.  I think she will, because she won't
be able to move very far.

(pause)

I just called the owner and Grayness is walking!  She's able to take a
few steps but then falls down and gives the "I meant to do that" look.
I bet she's confused that she's trying to walk and run, but her legs
aren't working right.  Dolores has her in the bathroom with a bed food
and water.   But they don't have a litter box so she put down a few
towels.  hmmmmmmm....

I do have a spare litter box.  I bought it for Imp when he was a
kitten, but upgraded to a larger one when Mischief arrived. But they
might get one soon, so I'll call in a few days and if they haven't
gotten one, I'll leave it on their doorstep.

Take care,

Kristi