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I can't believe I'm writing this. We just lost Leo, Khobi's best friend a couple months ago. We got them months apart, although Khobi is older.
Since Leo has passed, Khobi has been acting stranger. I had mentioned he is peeing on furniture. Oh, we also get Lizzie at the beginning of the year, and the two of them just don't get along well. Lizzie is determined to "eat" him.
Now, he has started vomiting frequently. Remember, his approaching 16 years old. I've done some research, and it sounds to me like he has kidney problems, which is not uncommon in elderly cats.
He is losing weight, his fur looks like hell, and his breath has a distinct odor. All this points to kidney failure...even his urinating everywhere, and his constant thirst.
Tony and I are going to be taking him to the vet. If this is the case, we have decided, we will let him join his pal Leo, at the bridge.
Its incredible to me, that he would fall apart so quickly after Leo's passing. He is a typical siamese, all huggie and needly...in constant need of love. He has been my cuddle guy for a very long time.
I sort of can't believe it. I can't believe I am agreeing to this. But I don't believe he is very well anymore...and to be honest, his urinatiing is a constant source of conflict between Tony and I. He feels like we can't have anything nice anymore...and this is a true statement.
But it's still very hard. I keep praying the Vet will say, here is pill that will make Khobi well...but in my heart, I know, this will not be the case. I've seen him for the last almost 16 years, and I know...there is something wrong with him.
Please....please, reassure me, its alright to let him go...if this is the case. If it is his kidneys...it is a very expensive treatment, that will NOT cure him. It will be terminal...just longer with meds.
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Two of my friends have lost cats in the past couple of months to kidney failure. Both tried to extend their companions' life with fluids and meds. Neither really added much time, or much quality to thier lives.
I'd probably do the same. Pay whatever i could to try and help my cats; I have three. But I also wonder if I wouldn't do it differently. Perhaps sending them off to the bridge when they have not yet deteriorated beyond recognition is the kinder thing to do. |
I am so sorry about Khobi being so ill. I think you have made the decision in your head now your heart just has to catch up. Its the hardest thing in the world to do but it also the kindest and most loving thing to do. You are the only one who knows when the time is right even when you don't want to admit it.  Hugs to you and Khobi. |
| This sounds very much like Khobi has diabetes. This can be treated (possibly) with insulin and special diet. A friend's cat has diabetes and was even able to get off insulin. |
| I'n very sorry to hear about Khobi's illness |
I'm sorry Deb. I hope it's something that can be easiy fixed.
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Deb,
I am so sorry
It is never an easy decision.
You will be in our thougths |
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Pepsi's Mommy wrote:
I'm sorry Deb. I hope it's something that can be easiy fixed.
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I hope so too. Plz give Kholbe a gentle hug and kiss from us. We will keep you in our prays that you have the strength to do what is best for your sweet little cuddle bum. Pearlie, our 13 yr old cat sends prr prrs to sweet Kholbe. |
Deborah, whatever you do will be the right decision. If it's Khobi's time, it's his time. Remember that death is hardest on the living.
Sending you and Khobi hugs and prayers. |
Paula O. wrote:
Remember that death is hardest on the living. |
Truer words were never spoken. I'm so sorry Khobi is so ill and so soon after Leo's passing. I'm sure animals go into depression when something major happens in their lives as well, and that can just be making everything that much worse. My thoughts and prayers are with you. |
I was talking to my friend Nancie about this exact thing. She said often pets that live together for a very long time, are like the married couples of my parent's generation. When one would pass...the other seemed to quickly follow.
Khobi will be going to the vet Thursday....I'm terrified. |
hugs deb!
rest assured, you ARE doing the right thing....you KNOW that!
you have done right by all of your animals and you arent going to stop now...have faith in what you do and how you do it...
if it is khobi's time, you will let him go with the grace and dignity that you both have....
i cant imagine how hard it is....but know that i am here for you... |
| I echo the sentiments Darcy stated, Deb. You will know the right thing to do for your baby. It's harder than we imagine. |
I'm very sorry to hear that Khobi is doing poorly. Hopefully the vet will be able to identify the problem and there will be a cure.
As for his inappropriate peeing, we also had that problem when we lost one of our Oriental Shorthair cats earlier this year. Our vet provided us with a homeopathic mixture that seems to have helped.
By the way - I've had cats with kidney disease before. I've found that a combination acupuncture and subcutaneous fluids seem to help. There isn't a cure, but it does make them more comfortable. I was told by a conventional vet that one of the cats wouldn't live more than 2 month....2 years later, she is still going strong.
Good Luck - our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jennifer, Baxter and Cassiopia |
Keep your options open until you see the vet. I know that you'll make the right decision when you have the facts. This may be why you can't concentrate!
When Tigger died a few years ago, his buddy Edwina, much younger , mourned for him for at least a month. She had to have special treats and privileges. Percival was adopted into the family and he was a little devil. It cheered her up somewhat through distraction and irritation with him. Now they are best friends.Both of them mourned Bentley when he left us. They have accepted Willoughby as their dog buddy and the three are inseparable.  |
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Oh Deb, I am so sorry.
I'm with tgir. It sounds like diabetes to me as well. Our Siamese, Cocoa, became diabetic at age 11 - and Khobi's symptoms echo Cocoa's. If it is diabetes, then you might want to try and get him in before Thursday, because they can spiral downhill pretty quickly.
I'll be keeping my fingers crossed for Khobi........
Laurie |
I'm sorry Khobi isn't doing well
My boy Winston turns 11 next month and though he seems very healthy and younger than his years... I am always scared of the day that will change. |
