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Cat Forum / Cat Anecdotes / May 2006I'm Losing Bandit
I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness (that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in cats, age alone is almost never the cause of blindness. So I took her to another vet. The first vet was right about her blood pressure being normal - the new vet agreed and said her retinas are not detached. She does not have cataracts - in fact her eyes look perfectly normal except that her pupils don't react to light. She did a geriatric blood panel (I'll get the results tomorrow). She wasn't able to get urine, Bandit let go of her bladder in her carrier* (I can't blame her being that scared since her last experience with a vet resulted in those horrible burns). But she said that diabetes wouldn't cause blindness without forming cataracts first (at least I think that's what she said - I was trying to absorb a lot of information while being very upset). Her tentative conclusion, until she gets the result of the bloodwork that may indicate something different, is that Bandit must have a tumor on the frontal lobe of her brain (a tumor anywhere else would have resulted in blindness in only one eye, and neither of her pupils reacts to light). Since Bandit isn't in any pain, she's eating, drinking, and eliminating with no problems, I'm not thinking about having her PTS because of this. Brain surgery, at her advanced age of 16, is out of the question. So it's just a matter of time while I watch her closely for any signs of discomfort. I'm hoping she has many good months left, but I can't count on much longer than that. * The Sherpa carrier is great - the lambs' wool on the bottom absorbed all the urine and kept it from getting all over Bandit (I was so glad I didn't have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It popped right out for easy cleaning.  SignatureHugs, CatNipped See all my masters at: http://www.PossiblePlaces.com/CatNipped/ I hope everything goes ok. He sounds like she stills has a lot of life left in her. Sounds like she will be around for quite a while. Purrs, Hugs and Prayers You are going thru one of my greatest fears right now Every time I get Rumbles' bookwork done it takes a day or two. I am on edge and not the nicest person to be around. I won't go anywhere or let Rumble out of my sight fearing the worse and not wanting to loss any precious minutes. Matthew >I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness >(that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in [quoted text clipped - 30 lines] > have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It popped right > out for easy cleaning. > Since Bandit isn't in any pain, she's eating, drinking, and eliminating with > no problems, I'm not thinking about having her PTS because of this. Brain > surgery, at her advanced age of 16, is out of the question. So it's just a > matter of time while I watch her closely for any signs of discomfort. I'm > hoping she has many good months left, but I can't count on much longer than > that.///// {{{HUGS}}}, purrs and prayers that she continues to have good quality of life for as long as possible. Helen M > I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's > blindness (that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it [quoted text clipped - 31 lines] > was so glad I didn't have to add to her trauma by having to give her > a bath). It popped right out for easy cleaning. PURRRS! And if she isn't in discomfort, don't think about months, think about years with your girl! And yes, I love the Sherpa carrier I have for Persia with the lambs wool lining. When she was bleeding and I didn't know what was wrong, the vet asked "Could I smell this?" Well, yeah, knock yourself out. He said it yes, there was blood but it was urine. That's how he diagnosed her first UTI. Then later when I was out of town he called me long distance to ask about doing the x-ray and then bladder surgery. Now she's fat, er, I mean fluffy! and happy eating prescription cat food. That lambs wool lining on the Sherpa carriar turned out to be a lifesaver. Double time purrs for Bandit. Jill >> I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's >> blindness (that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it [quoted text clipped - 45 lines] >and happy eating prescription cat food. That lambs wool lining on the >Sherpa carriar turned out to be a lifesaver. Stinky has a Sherpa, too. He clawed a hole in it. ;) Theresa Stinky Pictures: http://community.webshots.com/album/125591586JWEFwh My Blog: http://www.humanitas.blogspot.com Make Levees, Not War >I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness >(that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in [quoted text clipped - 29 lines] >have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It popped right >out for easy cleaning. Dear Lori, I was just about to post asking how Brandy is doing. It is good to hear that she isn't in any discomfort, but how terribly sad for you. She has been such a good friend to you, such a great gal, for so many years. We are purring that you still have much happy time together. Theresa Stinky Pictures: http://community.webshots.com/album/125591586JWEFwh My Blog: http://www.humanitas.blogspot.com Make Levees, Not War > I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness > (that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in [quoted text clipped - 29 lines] > have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It popped right > out for easy cleaning. Sending positive purrs for Bandit to beat the odds. Best wishes. MLB Purrs and prayers that Bandit still lives a happy, healthy life for the time she has left. 16 years is a nice, old age for our furbabies. Give her all the love and attention you can. Hang in there. Lily & her mama SignatureIrulan from the stars we come to the stars we return from now until the end of time >I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness >(that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in [quoted text clipped - 30 lines] > have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It popped right > out for easy cleaning. Bandit purrs coming your way, CN. I'm so sorry to hear about this, I know how you love your babies. Purrs for you too, for a strong spirit and healing for both your hearts. Blessed be, Baha >I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness >(that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in [quoted text clipped - 29 lines] >have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It popped right >out for easy cleaning. Hopefully Bandit will be like Helen S's Francis and fool the vet. I'll have Spicey purr for her. Suz&Spicey > matter of time while I watch her closely for any signs of discomfort. I'm > hoping she has many good months left, but I can't count on much longer than > that. We'll be purring for her to live not many more happy months, but many more happy years. SignatureVictor M. Martinez Owned and operated by the Fantastic Seven (TM) Send your spam here: uce@ftc.gov Email me here: pistorLITTER@BOXaustin.rr.com > Since Bandit isn't in any pain, she's eating, drinking, and eliminating with > no problems, I'm not thinking about having her PTS because of this. Brain > surgery, at her advanced age of 16, is out of the question. So it's just a > matter of time while I watch her closely for any signs of discomfort. I'm > hoping she has many good months left, but I can't count on much longer than > that. We're sending our best and strongest purrs that you and Bandit will have many more happy years together. Dan >I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness >(that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in [quoted text clipped - 29 lines] >have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It popped right >out for easy cleaning. I am so sorry, Karen and I and the gang send our purrs and prayers to you for some good news about Bandit, rather than bad. John > >I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness > >(that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in > >cats, age alone is almost never the cause of blindness. So I took her to > >another vet. Many purrs for Bandit (particularly dark purrs from Nox, a fellow member of the league of feline evil or whatever supervillians' organization they belong to and won't tell us about) All life is temporary. Even a bright light can be snuffed in an instant. Every moment is a gift; and cats, unlike us, are blessed to live in an eternal present. --Fil > Many purrs for Bandit (particularly dark purrs from Nox, a fellow > member of the league of feline evil or whatever supervillians' > organization they belong to and won't tell us about) I know, but I'm not telling! <wink to my gurl, a charter member> Licky, purring for Bandit I'm so sorry to hear that. I hope she has a long time left still. It sounds like she's still doing well, so that's a good sign. Hugs and purrs, SignatureBritta Purring is an automatic safety valve device for dealing with happiness overflow. Check out pictures of Vino at: http://photos.yahoo.com/badwilson click on the Vino album > I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's > blindness (that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it [quoted text clipped - 29 lines] > was so glad I didn't have to add to her trauma by having to give her > a bath). It popped right out for easy cleaning. > Her tentative conclusion, until she gets the result of the bloodwork that > may indicate something different, is that Bandit must have a tumor on the > frontal lobe of her brain (a tumor anywhere else would have resulted in > blindness in only one eye, and neither of her pupils reacts to light). I'm so sorry, Lori. It's so hard to love an older cat. We will purr against hope that something else and treatable shows up in the bloodwork. SignatureMarina, Miranda and Caliban. In loving memory of Frank and Nikki. Stories and pics at http://koti.welho.com/mkurten/ Pics at http://uk.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/frankiennikki/ and http://community.webshots.com/user/frankiennikki > I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness > (that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in [quoted text clipped - 29 lines] > have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It popped right > out for easy cleaning. Purrs for Bandit to "keep on keepin' on" without pain for a long time yet. SignatureSam, closely supervised by Mistletoe > I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's > blindness (that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and [quoted text clipped - 31 lines] > didn't have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It > popped right out for easy cleaning. Well, they don't know for sure and she doesn't sound sick so I would just love her up and do what you can. (((((PURRS)))))) -----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- From: "CatNipped" <lcrews@houston.rr.com> >The first vet was right about her blood pressure being normal - the new vet >agreed and said her retinas are not detached. She does not have cataracts - >in fact her eyes look perfectly normal except that her pupils don't react to >light. From: "The Cornell Book of Cats" Optic Neuritis "...acquired abnormality of the optic nerve due to inflammation.....Common causes include.....(inflammation of the choroid),........Cryptococcus infection of the retina, orbit, or central nervous tissues, feline infectious peritonitis, neoplasia extensions.....,and toxic ingestions. Blindness may or may not be a clinical sign. The optic disc........may show abnormal character. ......A diagnostic test giving the greatest amount of information is the cerebrospinal fluid analysis. Specific therapy must be directed at the cause, but symptomatic treatment using anti-inflamatory medication is frequently helpful...........If the swelling is not reduced, it can begin to harm the cat's eyesight in a relatively short time." That's all I could find that seems to fit the symptoms. Best Wishes > -----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- > [quoted text clipped - 26 lines] > That's all I could find that seems to fit the symptoms. > Best Wishes Thanks "Nomen". I'll bring it up with my vet, but I'm surprised that the new vet didn't bring up any of this - I'm pretty disgusted with *ALL* the vets I've seen around here. The first vet, when Sammy was spayed, they put a tourniquet around the IV in her front paw and she came home with her paw swollen to three times its size, then the next vet burned Bandit during a routine dental, then the next vet was really dirty and the office smelled, and now this vet failed to give me any other possibility besides a "possible" brain tumor! SignatureHugs, CatNipped See all my masters at: http://www.PossiblePlaces.com/CatNipped/ > -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- > Version: N/A [quoted text clipped - 5 lines] > =foJ6 > -----END PGP SIGNATURE----- And another thing... this vet doesn't want to touch Bandit (they carried her in the back in her carrier, brought her back in her carrier, and the vet shoe the light into her eyes from 6 inches away - there was no palpations of the body - the vet didn't lay a finger on her). Yes, she was screaming like a cougar the whole time they were trying to get blood, and trying to chew off the arm of the vet tech holding her (scruffing doesn't work on Bandit, instead of her body going flaccid, it just makes her angrier and more determined to turn around and bite you). Yes, we call her bitch queen of the universe for a reason. Yes, you're liable to get hurt as long as she's conscious. But even bad kitties deserve the best medical treatment! Does anyone know of a good vet in the Spring, TX area? SignatureHugs, CatNipped See all my masters at: http://www.PossiblePlaces.com/CatNipped/ >> -----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- >> [quoted text clipped - 46 lines] >> =foJ6 >> -----END PGP SIGNATURE----- > Does anyone know of a good vet in the Spring, TX area? A buddy of mine lived in SPring for a few years before he moved to Kady. I just e-mailed him asking about his vet experiences in SPring. I'll pass along his reply. Dan > new vet didn't bring up any of this - I'm pretty disgusted with *ALL* the > vets I've seen around here. The first vet, when Sammy was spayed, they put Lori, Are any of these vets convenient for you? We found our current vet through the AAFP and we couldn't be happier. http://www.aafponline.org/find_results.php?name=&city=Houston&state=TX&country=U SA&zipcode=&Submit=Submit SignatureVictor M. Martinez Owned and operated by the Fantastic Seven (TM) Send your spam here: uce@ftc.gov Email me here: pistorLITTER@BOXaustin.rr.com >> new vet didn't bring up any of this - I'm pretty disgusted with *ALL* the >> vets I've seen around here. The first vet, when Sammy was spayed, they [quoted text clipped - 5 lines] > the AAFP and we couldn't be happier. > http://www.aafponline.org/find_results.php?name=&city=Houston&state=TX&country=U SA&zipcode=&Submit=Submit Unfortunately, no - most listed are downtown. While I don't mind driving a bit, I'd rather have a vet close in case of emergencies. I have one more vet in the area to try, but I really hate this "hit and miss" method of trying to find one. I'm considering going back to the vet we used before we moved - but again, it's quite a drive away. SignatureHugs, CatNipped See all my masters at: http://www.PossiblePlaces.com/CatNipped/ > trying to find one. I'm considering going back to the vet we used before we > moved - but again, it's quite a drive away. Did you try the search again feature to see if there is one closer to you? Perhaps trying by zip code? SignatureVictor M. Martinez Owned and operated by the Fantastic Seven (TM) Send your spam here: uce@ftc.gov Email me here: pistorLITTER@BOXaustin.rr.com >> trying to find one. I'm considering going back to the vet we used before >> we moved - but again, it's quite a drive away. > > Did you try the search again feature to see if there is one closer to you? > Perhaps trying by zip code? Yeah, I got 0 results for my area - I guess Spring is not a big city for vets. The "Just Cats" clinic in The Woodlands is probably the best vet around (that's the one where Bandit was burned, but it really was just an accident). However, I guess since they're in such a high-rent district* they are just way out of our price range right now (they wanted $300 for just a geriatric panel and urinalysis - which I got at the latest vet for $68, including visit). *ALL* of our discretionary cash, what was left of our savings, and the credit line on all of our credit cards went to help our family after Katrina - yeah, we were very short-sighted to have gotten into this bind, but nobody could have predicted the lack of outside help for Katrina/Rita victims. * The Woodlands is Houston's equivalent of Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive. The mall there has valet parking and instead of benches outside of the stores they have leather easy chairs with footrests. SignatureHugs, CatNipped See all my masters at: http://www.PossiblePlaces.com/CatNipped/ "CatNipped" <lcrews@houston.rr.com> wrote > > The "Just Cats" clinic in The Woodlands is probably the best vet around > (that's the one where Bandit was burned, but it really was just an > accident). However, I guess since they're in such a high-rent district* > they are just way out of our price range right now Do you have friends with animals? Maybe they could make a recommendation. > "CatNipped" <lcrews@houston.rr.com> wrote > >> The "Just Cats" clinic in The Woodlands is probably the best vet around [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > Do you have friends with animals? Maybe they could make a > recommendation. No, my only neighbor with a cat is the one who lets it roam un-neutered (it's pregnant now for the second time) - the one with the sign in their front yard last year that read "Real Kittens - $1". I don't think the poor thing has even been seen by a vet. Ben and I are looking into a home equity loan to help get us out of debt - if we get it I'm going to get an extra $10,000 to keep in the bank just for emergencies like this. I still haven't heard from the vet yet about the results of the bloodwork - I'm fixing to call them now. SignatureHugs, CatNipped See all my masters at: http://www.PossiblePlaces.com/CatNipped/ > Inviato da X-Privat.Org - Registrazione gratuita > http://www.x-privat.org/join.php > I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness > (that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > hoping she has many good months left, but I can't count on much longer than > that. Lori, I really hope this is not true. It is only a tentative conclusion--maybe the blood work will show something less serious. > Since Bandit isn't in any pain, she's eating, drinking, and eliminating with > no problems, I'm not thinking about having her PTS because of this. Hugs to you CatNipped and hugs and purrs for Bandit- give her a skritch from me! Lesley Slave of the Fabulous Furballs > I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's > blindness (that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it [quoted text clipped - 31 lines] > was so glad I didn't have to add to her trauma by having to give her > a bath). It popped right out for easy cleaning. I'm so sorry to read this. Purrs for Bandit to have years of quality time left. SignatureAdrian (Owned by Snoopy and Bagheera) Cats leave pawprints on your heart. http://community.webshots.com/user/clowderuk > Her tentative conclusion, until she gets the result of the bloodwork that > may indicate something different, is that Bandit must have a tumor on the > frontal lobe of her brain (a tumor anywhere else would have resulted in > blindness in only one eye, and neither of her pupils reacts to light). I hope that your TED is wrong. Purrs are coming to your and Bandit's way. Susan M Otis and Chester >I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness >(that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in [quoted text clipped - 30 lines] > have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It popped right > out for easy cleaning. They all have to go for some reason, but it doens't make it any easier when the do have to leave us. She'll be living the rest of her life - however long that is - in comfort and the knowledge that she is deeply loved, so we'll purr that it will be quite some time yet before she goes to RB. Yowie >I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness >(that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in [quoted text clipped - 30 lines] > have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It popped right > out for easy cleaning. I am so sorry about Bandit. Hope you can get a proper diagnosis and you have lots of quality time left. I will look into getting a Sherpa carrier as I need something lightweight to walk Rusty to the vet. It is only a 10 min walk, but the sturdy plastic carrier is too heavy for me with Rusty inside. Rusty also sometimes wet his carrier enroute to the vet. I wish I can walk him in a harness, but he refused. Purrs going out to you. Winnie >>I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's >>blindness (that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and [quoted text clipped - 44 lines] > > Winnie Another nice thing about the Sherpa bag is it has a shoulder strap making it even easier to carry. SignatureHugs, CatNipped See all my masters at: http://www.PossiblePlaces.com/CatNipped/ > I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness > (that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in [quoted text clipped - 29 lines] > have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It popped right > out for easy cleaning. We'll rev up some purrs for Bandit, and some for you too. This must all be much more worrying for you than it is for your furry owner. Bandit's bloodwork came back and everything looks normal (even BUN and retaining - which is a surprise given her age). The vet still thinks it could be a tumor on the front, underside of her brain and has referred me to a veterinary opthomologist. SignatureHugs, CatNipped See all my masters at: http://www.PossiblePlaces.com/CatNipped/ >I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness >(that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in [quoted text clipped - 30 lines] > have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It popped right > out for easy cleaning. Argh, my spell-checker change "creatinin" to "retaining"!! That should read, "even BUN and creatinin". SignatureHugs, CatNipped See all my masters at: http://www.PossiblePlaces.com/CatNipped/ > Bandit's bloodwork came back and everything looks normal (even BUN and > retaining - which is a surprise given her age). The vet still thinks it [quoted text clipped - 35 lines] >> didn't have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It >> popped right out for easy cleaning. Also, the vet was *VERY* surprised that Bandit's glucose level was *NOT* elevated since Bandit was giving them so much hell when they were taking the blood (the entire building was treated to her cougar-like screams). I'm hoping that, with everything coming back normal, Bandit will have a good long time left to us. SignatureHugs, CatNipped See all my masters at: http://www.PossiblePlaces.com/CatNipped/ > Bandit's bloodwork came back and everything looks normal (even BUN and > retaining - which is a surprise given her age). The vet still thinks it [quoted text clipped - 35 lines] >> didn't have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It >> popped right out for easy cleaning. > Also, the vet was *VERY* surprised that Bandit's glucose level was *NOT* > elevated since Bandit was giving them so much hell when they were taking the > blood (the entire building was treated to her cougar-like screams). She's bound to have a LITTLE good living left in her, if only to make these people suffer for what they have done. :) --Fil > Also, the vet was *VERY* surprised that Bandit's glucose level was *NOT* > elevated since Bandit was giving them so much hell when they were taking > the blood (the entire building was treated to her cougar-like screams). > > I'm hoping that, with everything coming back normal, Bandit will have a > good long time left to us. I am glad the bloodwork is normal. Sometimes cats can really surprise us. Some years ago, the vet diagnosed Rusty with renal insufficiency. But all the blood work came back with normal kidney functions. A year or 2 ago, the vet suspected thyroid problem. I did some research on it, and Rusty has a lot of the symptoms. But again all the tests came back normal. But when I least expected it, Rusty had a urinary infection. Go figure. Winnie >> Bandit's bloodwork came back and everything looks normal (even BUN and >> retaining - which is a surprise given her age). The vet still thinks it [quoted text clipped - 36 lines] >>> didn't have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It >>> popped right out for easy cleaning. > Also, the vet was *VERY* surprised that Bandit's glucose level was *NOT* > elevated since Bandit was giving them so much hell when they were taking the > blood (the entire building was treated to her cougar-like screams). > > I'm hoping that, with everything coming back normal, Bandit will have a good > long time left to us. As are the rest of us, Catnipped. SignatureSam, closely supervised by Mistletoe I think that is the best next step. I would just guess there are other possibilities here and an opthamologist would be the logical step. Good to hear the bloodwork is good. > Bandit's bloodwork came back and everything looks normal (even BUN and > retaining - which is a surprise given her age). The vet still thinks it [quoted text clipped - 35 lines] > > have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It popped right > > out for easy cleaning. > Bandit's bloodwork came back and everything looks normal (even BUN and > retaining - which is a surprise given her age). The vet still thinks it > could be a tumor on the front, underside of her brain and has referred me > to a veterinary opthomologist. I'm really glad the bloodwork is back, and that it looks so good for a cat of her years. I myself would probably not take it any further. After all, if there is a tumor on the front underside of her brain, it is really unlikely that much could be done about it. At least if she is managing well and not in pain. (No I'm not just writing her off because she is a cat. We made a similar decision when my mother's doctor wanted to do a lung biopsy for suspected lung cancer. We said no, as there was no way knowing would have made a change in her treatment. Given her age and health and advanced Alzheimer's, surgery would have been plain cruel.) How long has she been blind now? If its been a while, any tumor is likely growing very slowly if at all. Sending extra purrs that you find a vet you like within a reasonable distance and at reasonable rates. Jo >> Bandit's bloodwork came back and everything looks normal (even BUN and >> retaining - which is a surprise given her age). The vet still thinks it [quoted text clipped - 20 lines] > distance and at reasonable rates. > Jo It's hard to tell when she became blind since cats compensate so well (being obsessive compulsive, I never change the arrangement of my stuff so I guess she memorized the house well enough to be able to navigate to food and litter box). I just noticed the lack of pupil reaction to light, and her running into Sammy when Sammy is taking up half the bedroom floor (you'd have to be blind to not notice Sammy lying in your path!), a couple of months ago. Her last vet dismissed it saying it was probably because she was getting old and near-sighted. SignatureHugs, CatNipped See all my masters at: http://www.PossiblePlaces.com/CatNipped/ Huge motor purrs coming from my rumbly crew to Bandit. I really really hope that TED is wrong. Susan M Otis and Chester > Bandit's bloodwork came back and everything looks normal (even BUN and > retaining - which is a surprise given her age). The vet still thinks it [quoted text clipped - 35 lines] >> didn't have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It >> popped right out for easy cleaning. > Bandit's bloodwork came back and everything looks normal (even BUN and > retaining - which is a surprise given her age). The vet still thinks > it could be a tumor on the front, underside of her brain and has > referred me to a veterinary opthomologist. My Bandit (now 9) sends mega Purrs (and they're big, he's a mega-Purrer) for your Bandit's wellbeing for as long as possible. He has the feeling that she's waaaaaaay too feisty to leave quietly or soon :) We're all hoping you find the best path for her treatment: a specialist ophthalmologist consult does seem like a good idea and I'm ready, willing & able to contribute to any fund necessary to help this along: I believe in "paying it forward" so you'd be doing me a favour really :) Purrs, yips & best wishes from the Team: Gordon, Bandit UK, Snowball, Claudius & Raki PS Why after 15 months does it hurt so much not to be able to write "Pericles" in that list? >> Bandit's bloodwork came back and everything looks normal (even BUN and >> retaining - which is a surprise given her age). The vet still thinks it [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > PS Why after 15 months does it hurt so much not to be able to write > "Pericles" in that list? {{{{{{{{{{Gordon}}}}}}}}}} I still miss Pericles too, as does Sammy. If I need it, I won't be to proud to ask for help. But for right now we're doing OK, we're going to look into getting a home equity loan and I'm going to get extra cash over and above what we need to pay off our credit card debt just for this and other things like this that come up unexpectedly. SignatureHugs, CatNipped See all my masters at: http://www.PossiblePlaces.com/CatNipped/ ... > Hugs, > > CatNipped Sorry, I missed the original post. I hope the new vet is able to find the cause and a solution to Bandit's problem. We're sending purrs that your fears will not come to pass and Bandit has a lot more quality time with you. Hugs back to you. Annie, crew for Rosie & Cinder >I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness >(that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in [quoted text clipped - 29 lines] >have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It popped right >out for easy cleaning. {{{{Catnipped}}}} I'm so sorry. I hope Bandit has many more happy days/weeks/months with you before it is time for her journey to The Bridge. Ginger-lyn Home Pages: http://www.moonsummer.com http://www.angelfire.com/folk/glsummer (homepage & cats) http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~summer/index.htm (genealogy) http://www.movieanimals.bravehost.com/ (The Violence Against Animals in Movies Website) >I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness >(that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in >cats, age alone is almost never the cause of blindness. So I took her to >another vet. I would have done that too, but when you do that it's almost certain that you won't like what you learn as you are looking for another explanation. I'm sorry. I always wanted to keep my pets for ever. It's not possible. There's a possibility that the vet might be wrong. ((((hugs)))) Tweed > I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness > (that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in [quoted text clipped - 29 lines] > have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It popped right > out for easy cleaning. I'm so very sorry to hear this, CN. We are purring really loud and sending lots of best wishes for Bandit and you to be together for a very long time and for Bandit to be comfortable, Polonca and Soncek >I wasn't satisfied with what my vet was telling me about Bandit's blindness >(that it was just a result of old age) - I researched it and found that, in [quoted text clipped - 29 lines] >have to add to her trauma by having to give her a bath). It popped right >out for easy cleaning. I haven't checked RPCA for several days now, and the first thing I saw was this sorrowful post. How well I remember when Bandit was burned so badly. I watched as she slowly healed. And now this.... And all I can offer is my sympathy, and Kenzie's best purrs for Bandit. I remember watching my RB Blizzards's slow decline, at age 18. I do hope you have some more real quality time with Bandit TC <---- Having trouble seeing the monitor.... ~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Life without cats would be only marginally worth living." -TC, and the unmercifully, relentlessly, sweet calico kitty, Kenzie. How you behave towards cats here below determines your status in Heaven. - Robert Heinlein Life is very difficult. Once you understand that, life becomes easier. -Buddha > Since Bandit isn't in any pain, she's eating, drinking, and > eliminating with no problems, I'm not thinking about having her PTS > because of this. Brain surgery, at her advanced age of 16, is out > of the question. So it's just a matter of time while I watch her > closely for any signs of discomfort. I'm hoping she has many good > months left, but I can't count on much longer than that. Purrs for you and for Bandit. I'm hoping that maybe the doctor is wrong and there is no tumor, or that the tumor grows very slowly and doesn't impact Bandit much further. 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