11/27/2019 Blackie +8 20

[Sherry and Blackie]

Hi. Neighbor confirmed only 3 units. He's had karo 3x .

He's eating more dry hc kibble. I'll test again and then probably head to vet. I just hate our emergency vet.

 

[Amy&TrixieCat]

He's eating more dry hc kibble. I'll test again and then probably head to vet. I just hate our emergency vet.

Just an FYI, it takes a lot longer for dry food to get into the system (and exit the system), but it is good that he's eating something.

I understand about the ER vet....I hate going there, too. Is your regular vet open and equipped to handle low BGs like this?

 

[Sherry and Blackie]

He's eating more dry hc kibble. I'll test again and then probably head to vet. I just hate our emergency vet.

Ok he's at 40. Walking around some.

 

[Sherry and Blackie]

Just an FYI, it takes a lot longer for dry food to get into the system (and exit the system), but it is good that he's eating something.

I understand about the ER vet....I hate going there, too. Is your regular vet open and equipped to handle low BGs like this?

No. Just called regular vet closed.

 

[Sherry and Blackie]

I'm concerned that the cat is not moving. There is something that sometimes happens during a low event. It is called brain blindness and is temporary. To test, stand behind the cat and drop a cotton ball about a foot in front of him. He should notice it. The cotton ball is light enough that no other senses come into play.
If you do not have a cotton ball, pick the cat up and put it somewhere on the floor that it will likely move from. Watch closely.

I agree with Amy and Nan about the emergency vet. I also agree with Dickson (Noah) in that someone would need to be with you or you would need to pull over at least once on the trip. Is there a vet that is open closer?

He's moving some now .

 

[Judy and Boomer]

I too believe you should go to the emergency vet. Considering he's had Karo 3 times his BG hasn't come up a lot. If you have someone that could drive while you take care of Blackie, that would be ideal.

 

[Sherry and Blackie]

Yes he's walking normal not staggering. I'll test again soon. Thank you all.

 

[Amy&TrixieCat]

Walking normally is a good sign. It is concerning that his numbers, while better, are not really jumping up with all that Karo, so please keep very close tabs. As others have mentioned, if possible, having someone go with you to the ER would very helpful.

 

[Noah & me (GA)]

Just making sure. He's only gone from 28 to 40 in around an hour? All that karo should have done more than no?
If you don't see some more improvement soon I agree it's time to go. If you crate him keep his head where you can see it or else swaddle him, bring someone with you if possible.

 

[Sienne and Gabby (GA)]

Sherry --

I would try anything HC that Blackie likes. Vanilla ice cream may be good -- any ice cream/frozen yogurt other than chocolate. I'd like to get something solid in his stomach and not just Karo. The kibble was fine but it does take a little longer to be metabolized.

Just so we're all on the same page, how often have you given the Karo and how often? You want to be testing about every 20 min. and giving HC and repeating until numbers are in a safer place.

 

[Sherry and Blackie]

Just making sure. He's only gone from 28 to 40 in around an hour? All that karo should have done more than no?
If you don't see some more improvement soon I agree it's time to go. If you crate him keep his head where you can see it or else swaddle him, bring someone with you.

 

[Red & Rover (GA)]

The concerns are that the low numbers are late in the cycle and that Blackie is not coming up easily.
How much in total do you think you have given Blackie in the last hour?

Did a bit of looking on Mr. Google.
If necessary, there are two options available in the Johnson City area.
Robinson Animal Hosp is open until 9pm 423-218-1305
Further out of town to the north is Airport Pet Emergency Clinic which opens at 5:30pm 423-279-0574

@Amy&TrixieCat
@Judy and Boomer
@Nan & Amber (GA)
@Sienne and Gabby (GA)
I have to leave now but will do my best to hurry back.

 

[Noah & me (GA)]

probiotic yogurt is okay in small amounts if you don't have ice cream

 

[Sherry and Blackie]

I giving Karo 3 x and I'm testing every 15-20 minutes. What will the vet do to help ?

 

[Sherry and Blackie]

The concerns are that the low numbers are late in the cycle and that Blackie is not coming up easily.
How much in total do you think you have given Blackie in the last hour?

Did a bit of looking on Mr. Google.
If necessary, there are two options available in the Johnson City area.
Robinson Animal Hosp is open until 9pm 423-218-1305
Further out of town to the north is Airport Pet Emergency Clinic which opens at 5:30pm 423-279-0574

@Amy&TrixieCat
@Judy and Boomer
@Nan & Amber (GA)
@Sienne and Gabby (GA)
I have to leave now but will do my best to hurry back.

Thank you I didn't know about Robinson.

 

[Kate & Toby]

Hey, do you have any sweets/treats? Contraband? Something he can eat to help bring him up.

Also you can syringe some sugar water down his throat.

Keep testing. We are here xx

 

[Amy&TrixieCat]

I giving Karo 3 x and I'm testing every 15-20 minutes. What will the vet do to help ?

They will hook him up to a glucose drip.

 

[Sienne and Gabby (GA)]

Part of the concern with Lantus is that because of the depot, numbers can stay low for hours (and hours). We've been up with members for 16 hours. Numbers can wobble -- they come up and the HC wears off and the numbers drop again. Having your kitty on a glucose or dextrose drip means there's a steady supply of high carb.

 

[Sherry and Blackie]

Just tested 41 on freestyle light . 58 on relion premier. Going to do another karo.

 

[Kate & Toby]

Do you have a syringe? Make up some sugary water and syringe into his mouth, will be quicker than karo on gums.

 

[Noah & me (GA)]

I'll be out soon, duty calls. Even if you're leaning towards not going to emergency get the things you'll need together so you'll be ready. Your meter must have a memory function, don't forget that.

 

[Briere Fur Mom]

You're doing excellent Sherry!!! Keep your head up and keep staying calm. There's alot of info and experienced peeps here. Don't let your guard down for a moment but, that last reading is looking alot more positive. Keep doing what you're doing girl!!! You got this!!!

 

[Sherry and Blackie]

Do you have a syringe? Make up some sugary water and syringe into his mouth, will be quicker than karo on gums.

Ok. Will do that . So if I don't take vet I'll just need to keep up with hc etc.. I'm guessing I skip evening shot. Other clinic is closed and ER vet didn't answer.

 

[Sherry and Blackie]

You're doing excellent Sherry!!! Keep your head up and keep staying calm. There's alot of info and experienced peeps here. Don't let your guard down for a moments but, that last reading is looking alot more positive. Keep doing what you're doing girl!!! You got this!!!

Ty feel like I could cry

 

[Kate & Toby]

Come on Sherry, you've got this and Blackie needs his strong mumma right now. I can be around for a while, yes keep doing what you are doing. His numbers are better.
I cant really tell from your spreadsheet, how many hours post shot are we now?

 

[Sienne and Gabby (GA)]

Do NOT give a shot.

I'd keep calling the ER vet. They could have had an emergency or the desk person stepped away.

Deep breaths. The numbers are better they just need to be higher so you have a bigger margin of safety. Stick with the meter you typically use.

 

[Judy and Boomer]

Ok. Will do that . So if I don't take vet I'll just need to keep up with hc etc.. I'm guessing I skip evening shot. Other clinic is closed and ER vet didn't answer.

Yes, you are skipping the evening shot.

 

[Sherry and Blackie]

Come on Sherry, you've got this and Blackie needs his strong mumma right now. I can be around for a while, yes keep doing what you are doing. His numbers are better.
I cant really tell from your spreadsheet, how many hours post shot are we now?

We are 10 post shot

 

[Judy and Boomer]

The numbers you posted earlier....were they on the relion meter?

 

[Sherry and Blackie]

The numbers you posted earlier....were they on the relion meter?

No I was just checking they are the freestyle light.

 

[Kate & Toby]

You dont have much data at +10 and +11 but from you do have he should not be heading any lower. I'm going to hazard a guess that your neighbour gave too big a shot.

How long until next test?

 

[Sherry and Blackie]

Headed to ER vet with my husband. He's at 36.

 

[Sienne and Gabby (GA)]

Good call, Sherry. Please keep us posted.

 

[Kate & Toby]

Well done. Go steady. Xxx

 

[Briere Fur Mom]

Good luck Sherry. Prayers for y'all.

 

[Sienne and Gabby (GA)]

FYI - I'm taking the 911 down from the subject line since Blackie is on the way to the ER.

 

[Amy&TrixieCat]

I agree ... good call at this point. You’ve done a great job. Hugs and prayers and please update us when you can.

 

[Judy and Boomer]

You're doing the right thing by taking him to the emerg! Good luck! And please keep us updated when you can.

 

[Briere Fur Mom]

Thank you to everyone that stepped in on this situation!

 

[Diane Tyler's Mom GA]

Please keep us updated when you have a chance

 

[Sonia & Leo]

Good luck Sherry

 

[Olive & Paula]

 

[Ti-Mousse (GA) Pepe (GA)]

Good that you're going to ER! Update when you have a chance!
Sending positive vines for Blackie !!!

 

[Red & Rover (GA)]

You did the right thing. I hope all goes well at the vet.
If you are still on the road, please keep checking and giving karo. A hypo event can go south in seconds.
Vines for Blackie.

 

[Red & Rover (GA)]

Hi. Neighbor confirmed only 3 units. He's had karo 3x .

Is it possible through a miscommunication that the neighbour and the neighbour's partner both gave insulin this morning?
Just trying to figure this out.

 

[Sue and Luci]

Oh my goodness...I'm so sorry, but I've just gotten home. I hope Blackie will get that glucose drip and his numbers will come up and level off.

You did a great job today Sherry! Sending prayers your way!

 

[Sherry and Blackie]

Is it possible through a miscommunication that the neighbour and the neighbour's partner both gave insulin this morning?
Just trying to figure this out.

No. We talked to him and he only gave 3. I think being off his food schedule, I left dry to make things easier on the neighbor. I have 3 cats and 2 dogs. At the vet now they will do glucose drip and most likely monitor overnight. He was 53 when we got here.

 

[Nan & Amber (GA)]

At the vet now they will do glucose drip and most likely monitor overnight. He was 53 when we got here.

53 on your meter, or theirs?

Really glad you took him in, and kept him safe until you were able to do so. Great job today-- what a catch!!!!

 

[Bobbie And Bubba]

Prayers! Keep us posted. Good call going to the ER

 

[carfurby (GA)]

Sending prayers.