2/27 Edward AMPS-197, 195@+2, 78@+4, 114@+5, 136@+6, 177@+9

SnowKat

SnowKat

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Yesterday's condo

OMG ya'll - this is Edward's first blue AMPS in 2 weeks! :D I hope I hope I hope that he relaxes into the lagoon, and doesn't panic at nice numbers.

In other news... I finally pulled out hubby's calipers, and surprise - I love using them to measure his dose! I feel like this is going to let me be much more accurate and confident that I am dosing him consistently.

I hope you all have a lovely day, and that your kitties behave themselves ;) and surf smooth and safe.
 
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Sue and Luci said:
Oh I'm so glad you've got those calipers into play! I couldn't live without mine now!
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Right?? Especially with all the back and forth I've been doing between .75u and 1u, I was really starting to doubt my ability to be accurate and consistent. Now, I feel like I *got this* and could even do micro-adjustments to, say, .875u if that seemed appropriate.

I hope you have a fantastic day, Sue! :)
 
Well there ya go! Look at that purty blue. Edward's starting to work the juice!:cool:
Calipers are marvelous! They take human error out of the equation(for the most part). Now, when you see something inconsistent with Edward's #s, you don't have to question, "Was it me?" I'm thrilled you like the calipers!
I hope Edward gives you some green #s today.:D
Have a great day Kat!
 
Yeah baby!

I know that often when calipers are mentioned people tend to be shy about using them...after all, it IS something else to learn. I resisted myself at first! But I swear by them now...I'm a convert! LOL!:joyful:

And I think they should almost be in the 'basics' of what you should get when you're getting your supplies; lancets, syringes, antibiotic ointment, calipers, wet food...

Wonderful that we have another 'convert' on board! :bighug::bighug:
 
Briere Fur Mom said:
Well there ya go! Look at that purty blue. Edward's starting to work the juice!:cool:
Calipers are marvelous! They take human error out of the equation(for the most part). Now, when you see something inconsistent with Edward's #s, you don't have to question, "Was it me?" I'm thrilled you like the calipers!
I hope Edward gives you some green #s today.:D
Have a great day Kat!
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Thank you, Briere! And a beautiful day to you and Moey as well!

Sue and Luci said:
I swear by them now...I'm a convert!
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Sue and Luci said:
they should almost be in the 'basics' of what you should get when you're getting your supplies
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We're in the "caliper club" LOL! And I agree about being part of the basic kit. I had no idea until I lurked upon a condo that mentioned calipers and I got curious. And then in my frustration the past few days, I finally figured I should just give them a try with the dose change. And wow! I don't know if it's all in my head or not, but I feel like I have a little extra peace of mind. Which is much needed, these days!
 
Yeah! Caliper Club!

I have to say, there are enough challenges with this disease - and every little bit helps! My Luci was all over the road until I got calipers...and although it took her a while, I really do think her numbers started to settle down after I started using them....and especially when her dose was so frequently 1.25 - it seems to be one of her favorite numbers - no way could I measure that accurately from one time to the next - it was guesswork at best...

:bighug::D:D:bighug:
 
Sue and Luci said:
there are enough challenges with this disease - and every little bit helps!
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FOR REAL. I need all the help I can get!

Speaking of which, I think I'm going to invest in a blood ketone meter. Try as I might, I just cannot get urine ketone tests, which I think are necessary with all the pinks we've seen recently. Edward is SOOOOO thickly furry that I simply cannot see where he's peeing. I'm just waving a spoon around under him, blindly, and not catching anything.

I'm thinking of trying this kit.
 
LOL! I hate to admit it, but that gave me quite a chuckle...the visual of you waving a spoon around behind that poor kitty...just trying to take care of his business...:facepalm:

I agree...blood ketone meter would probably be better..most likely more accurate too.
 
Oh yes, caliperholic here.

I tried all the tricks to get urine. After the lab messed up this last cysto test, I just couldn't put Ollie through another. So catching urine was on. The hardest part was catching her using the box. But I was going through stuff, purging and found an old metal measuring cup 1/3 cup size. I kept it by the box and when she went in the box i put the cup under her, and cup runnth over literally. Boy she puts out a lot.

Ketone meters are great. Especially if history of them. I don't know that particular brand. I do know strips for any are expensive. I test when Ollie is really sick or off for awhile. It's been awhile though.
 
SnowKat said:
Yesterday's condo

OMG ya'll - this is Edward's first blue AMPS in 2 weeks! :D I hope I hope I hope that he relaxes into the lagoon, and doesn't panic at nice numbers.

In other news... I finally pulled out hubby's calipers, and surprise - I love using them to measure his dose! I feel like this is going to let me be much more accurate and confident that I am dosing him consistently.

I hope you all have a lovely day, and that your kitties behave themselves ;) and surf smooth and safe.
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What in the world are calipers???? o_O
 
Olive & Paula said:
n old metal measuring cup 1/3 cup size. I kept it by the box and when she went in the box i put the cup under her, and cup runnth over literally.
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Ha! I think Edward literally stops the flow when I reach under him. He glares at me and walks away in a huff.
 
Briere Fur Mom said:
That was one heck of a drop from +2 to +4. He may bounce so, don't be alarmed.
Moey will bounce slightly from big moves like Edward just made:cat:
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Yup... I was hoping we wouldn't be right back on that roller coaster, but it would appear we are headed that way :facepalm: Thankfully, my husband is home and monitoring Edward very closely, using food to steer him. I wonder if his sweet spot isn't right between .75u and 1u...
 
Teri (Disco NoFurNo) said:
Yes I like using the calipers also and got mine at someone’s suggestion from Harbor Freight they were about $15 and come in a nice padded case but I just did a Google search and found another brand for about half the price. Here’s the link to the one on Harbor Freight https://www.harborfreight.com/6-in-Digital-Caliper-63711.html
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Just be sure that the calipers have the little knob on the top - that locks in your setting. I've seen them without the knob...and you'd have to re-set them every time...don't want to have to do that...too much trouble.
 
Sue and Luci said:
Just be sure that the calipers have the little knob on the top - that locks in your setting. I've seen them without the knob...and you'd have to re-set them every time...don't want to have to do that...too much trouble.
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Thank you for double-checking that... I do have the locking one with the knob :)

Sonia & Leo said:
What a gorgeous day at the beach Edward!! And a swim in the lagoon too!!!! :cool::D:cool:
Have a great evening Kat!!
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I know, right?? Today has done my heart and mind so much good. I'm not sure who needed this day more... me or Edward, LOL.

Ya'll have a peaceful evening! :kiss:
 
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