Amanda and a Loudogg
Member Since 2017
December 29, 2018 Condo - Dosecrease - Lou's peeing outside the LB 
Good morning all,
We increased Lou's dose to 2.75u yesterday morning, and he barely dipped a toe into the yellows. At this point, we usually see some action, so I'm kind of starting to freak out. Also, I've been worried about what's causing the perpetually high numbers, and I found out last night that Lou's peed outside the LB at least once.
So now we need to bring him in for a possible UTI. The earliest I could possibly bring him in would be Wednesday because of the New Year's holiday. Should I really wait that long? And that's if the vet has an appointment that day, which I doubt they will (it's usually a week out). How long should I risk waiting? Or should I just bite the bullet and go to the ER vet?
Sigh. This is not the way I envisioned my Sunday to go. I'm at work today again, so that doesn't help matters. I feel so helpless right now. Other than the peeing outside the LB, he seems perfectly fine. The only inclination that something is wrong is the perpetual high BGs, less playing, and sleeping more. Last time he had a UTI he refused to eat, but there haven't been any appetite issues.
I hope you all have a wonderful day and your kitties surf safely! Sending vines to Miss P (@Phoebes) and Mr. Jones (@Tracey&Jones) and to anyone else in need.
Good morning all,
We increased Lou's dose to 2.75u yesterday morning, and he barely dipped a toe into the yellows. At this point, we usually see some action, so I'm kind of starting to freak out. Also, I've been worried about what's causing the perpetually high numbers, and I found out last night that Lou's peed outside the LB at least once.
So now we need to bring him in for a possible UTI. The earliest I could possibly bring him in would be Wednesday because of the New Year's holiday. Should I really wait that long? And that's if the vet has an appointment that day, which I doubt they will (it's usually a week out). How long should I risk waiting? Or should I just bite the bullet and go to the ER vet?Unfortunately not.
I got some D-Mannose after his UTI last year, but I never got around to using it. Do you think I should start it now or wait until he's been seen by the vet? Can anyone give me dosing advice with it? It's been so long since I've had that discussion!
Sigh. This is not the way I envisioned my Sunday to go. I'm at work today again, so that doesn't help matters. I feel so helpless right now. Other than the peeing outside the LB, he seems perfectly fine. The only inclination that something is wrong is the perpetual high BGs, less playing, and sleeping more. Last time he had a UTI he refused to eat, but there haven't been any appetite issues.
I hope you all have a wonderful day and your kitties surf safely! Sending vines to Miss P (@Phoebes) and Mr. Jones (@Tracey&Jones) and to anyone else in need.
A couple possible things, glucosamine chondroitin may toughen the bladder walls. You have Lou on a low carb diet, make sure you are adding plenty of water, and see if you can get some options that are lower phosphorus. Try Feliway or other calming methods, such as Rescue Remedy for pets. Stress can be a trigger for episodes.
