Need dosing advice for tonight

[Carol & Murphy (GA)]

Murphy's first good day since Aug 6th - started out in red, in blues almost all day - his pmps was 315 - I am afraid to dose at full 3 units since I am always shooting from a red or a black (actually I'll be shocked if he does not bounce from today) Also, I am completely exhausted and cannot check past +3 tonight (if that) I was thinking skinny 3 or 2.5 Yes, I am a coward and have gotten too comfortable up in the high sugars but I really need to get sleep tonight and don't want to worry Any thoughts?

 

[Sue and Oliver (GA)]

Nice! Yes, I think he is likely to bounce from the lovely blues. I think your 2.5 or skinny 3 is a good idea. And I vote for a good night's sleep.

 

[Sharon14]

Sleep well tonight Carol. That's my plan too!

 

[Bobbie And Bubba]

Murphy's first good day since Aug 6th - started out in red, in blues almost all day - his pmps was 315 - I am afraid to dose at full 3 units since I am always shooting from a red or a black (actually I'll be shocked if he does not bounce from today) Also, I am completely exhausted and cannot check past +3 tonight (if that) I was thinking skinny 3 or 2.5 Yes, I am a coward and have gotten too comfortable up in the high sugars but I really need to get sWleep tonight and don't want to worry Any thoughts?

Way to go Murphy! I know that feeling Carol, it's a double edge sword, they go lower which means more careful watching. Sounds like you need a good night sleep. Sleep tight!

 

[Robin&BB]

I wish you lovely dreams and restful sleep tonight, Carol. (And you're NOT a coward; sometimes you just need a good night's sleep!)

 

[Rachel]

It's not cowardly to sleep! Plus, as we always say, better too high for a day than too low for a moment. So...you're a smart, courageous woman who deserves some sleep!

 

[Sharon14]

Your good nights sleep must have paid off, Murphy's looking good today!

 

[Carol & Murphy (GA)]

@Sharon14 congratulations on the yellow!! Glad the shooting is easier now

 

[Sharon14]

Congrats to you on your yellows too. And thanks for the advice on injections. I used the method you mentioned.

 

[Carol & Murphy (GA)]

It's easier, right? It's easy to feel for the shoulders, and it seems there's lots of lax skin right there - I still take too long - my friend said it can be done in 2 seconds or less, but I can't do that

 

[Sharon14]

I take my time too. Another thing, he isn't moving off any more. Don't know if I was hurting him before from injecting improperly.

 

[Carol & Murphy (GA)]

went down below 100 (using alphatrak) at midnight after refusing to eat the 2nd half of his pm meal - wouldn't eat anything but high carb (non diabetic) kibble now the bounce I was expecting - amps 589 a new record

 

[Sharon14]

589-ugh!, but at least you expected it so it's not a shock. Colin stayed in 300's last night and while he ate this AM, he doesn't seem right. He feels warm, maybe a fever, or he's just warm-he is a cat after all. Haven't seen him use the litter box either way. He usually wakes me up in AM peeing, so I don't know. I'll keep watching him.

 

[Sue and Oliver (GA)]

Big bounce. I would guess part of the low was because he didn't eat much.

Carol, have you posted on Health lately and asked for help on his food issues? Explain that you have tried wet low carb and it isn't that he won't eat it, it's that it makes him ill. Explain what low carb dry you have tried. Maybe someone else has a kitty with this same kind of food issue who could help you?

I think if you could figure out his diet, you would have a much easier time with his diabetes.

 

[Rachel]

Oh that bouncing! I second Sue's suggestion to post on health...lots more eyes there and they might be able to help.

Sharon, I'm sorry Colin isn't feeling well! How's he been acting so far this morning?

 

[Sharon14]

Thanks for asking Rachel. He's eating good, just laying around though. I'm wondering if he's got another UTI. He's prone to them. Will get him checked tomorrow, unless he really perks up.

 

[Robin&BB]

Yes, I agree that it's a great idea to get him checked out for UTI if he's not perking up by morning. Keep us posted, Sharon.

 

[Robin&BB]

went down below 100 (using alphatrak) at midnight after refusing to eat the 2nd half of his pm meal - wouldn't eat anything but high carb (non diabetic) kibble now the bounce I was expecting - amps 589 a new record

Try not to let the bouncing drive you crazy - so many of us know how that feels, Carol! As Sue often says: Kitties keep bouncing ... until they stop. Hang in there!

 

[Carol & Murphy (GA)]

Try not to let the bouncing drive you crazy - so many of us know how that feels, Carol! As Sue often says: Kitties keep bouncing ... until they stop. Hang in there!

thanks for moral support everyone- just when I thought there was progress I"m somewhat concerned his dose is a little too high - I may ask for dosing advice tonight so watch for my post after his pmps if needed

 

[Rachel]

We'll keep an eye out tonight, Carol!

Sharon, I agree, checking for a UTI might be good if he isn't feeling better tomorrow. Can't hurt...if nothing else, you'll feel better having a vet take a look at him!