6/22 Ivy Amps 207, +4 53 L, Pmps 342 C, +2 352, +3 226 Libre

[Staci & Ivy]

6/10/26
Amps 207 Libre

Good morning
Been a very busy week here. And yesterday busy entertaining DH’s entire family for Father’s Day


Ivy had a vet appointment on 6/12 and labs done.
Overall pleased with her lab results, she’s holding steady
T4 went up slightly (3.1), but was done at Antech this time (last time was Idexx) so it could be the reason?
(I will update labs tab today I hope)
Will retest everything in September as well as a panel at VDI labs for B12, Viramin D and Magnesium to see where all that stands.

Ivy was very happy to hear she does not need to see the vet’s office for a little bit. Paw crossed that nothing changes and she can avoid the car ride to that nasty place where they poke and prod her

Installed a new Libre yesterday, will activate it this morning, paws crossed for a stable start up

Ivy is looking forward to spending the day in the sunshine in her fave chair upstairs today.
She sends kisses to all of her fellow friends
Below she says “don’t dare touch my burrito”

 

[Elizabeth & Mister]

She really is thinking that omg

I'm glad her appointment went well and she gets a break from the vet's office for awhile.

Should I be getting labs done periodically on Mister? The last ones he had were in April, when he was close to being in DKA and I had him at the emergency. Since my vet is moreso "supportive but hands off" over his care other than calling in his insulin, he has never made mention of any follow up appointments. What do you think?

I hope Ivy enjoys her sun bathing and I hope you get to rest some from your busy week too Staci

 

[Sara & Khloe]

She’s such a pretty girl look at those big ol’ paws!

 

[Staci & Ivy]

She really is thinking that omg

I'm glad her appointment went well and she gets a break from the vet's office for awhile.

Should I be getting labs done periodically on Mister? The last ones he had were in April, when he was close to being in DKA and I had him at the emergency. Since my vet is moreso "supportive but hands off" over his care other than calling in his insulin, he has never made mention of any follow up appointments. What do you think?

I hope Ivy enjoys her sun bathing and I hope you get to rest some from your busy week too Staci

Thanks, Elizabeth, we are both very happy to get a break from the vet since her hyperthyroidism diagnosis in 2024, it’s been a lot of testing and vet visits

You pose a very good question about keeping on top of Mister’s labs and any issues to watch out for.
Maybe Marje will have a suggestion on testing @Marje and Gracie

 

[Connie & Parker & Moonie]

Yay! I'm so happy to hear that you and Ivy got back good lab results, and Ivy can take a break from the vet visits! She's so fluffy and beautiful

 

[Staci & Ivy]

She’s such a pretty girl look at those big ol’ paws!

Thanks, Sara, she’s a very fluffy girl

 

[Staci & Ivy]

Yay! I'm so happy to hear that you and Ivy got back good lab results, and Ivy can take a break from the vet visits! She's so fluffy and beautiful

Thanks Connie, we appreciate your support

 

[Staci & Ivy]

Andddd her new sensor is being glitchy since she’s having a low cycle. As I’ve mentioned before, when I start a new sensor and she is in a low cycle, it can make the Libre shut down or as it is doing right now, giving me a nine hour warning error.
This has happened before, and the Libre starts up nine hours later.
Of course, what that means is that I will need to poke her manually before giving insulin at her p.m. shot tonight. She will not be happy and that will sit her off from eating, but it’s got to be done to make sure she is safe to have her insulin.

And now we hope that the Libre comes back around 7:30 tonight
And of course, I have to be on a zoom call today which ends exactly when I need to be getting her dinner and insulin put in front of her, so there will definitely be a little delay because I will have to ear test her first.
Sigh, when it rains it pours

 

[Connie & Parker & Moonie]

Andddd her new sensor is being glitchy since she’s having a low cycle. As I’ve mentioned before, when I start a new sensor and she is in a low cycle, it can make the Libre shut down or as it is doing right now, giving me a nine hour warning error.
This has happened before, and the Libre starts up nine hours later.
Of course, what that means is that I will need to poke her manually before giving insulin at her p.m. shot tonight. She will not be happy and that will sit her off from eating, but it’s got to be done to make sure she is safe to have her insulin.

And now we hope that the Libre comes back around 7:30 tonight
And of course, I have to be on a zoom call today which ends exactly when I need to be getting her dinner and insulin put in front of her, so there will definitely be a little delay because I will have to ear test her first.
Sigh, when it rains it pours

Ugh sorry Staci. Hopefully today's rain reverses to extra good luck tomorrow! That's what I tell myself sometimes anyway... that I just got all the bad stuff out of the way for the week!

 

[Staci & Ivy]

Ugh sorry Staci. Hopefully today's rain reverses to extra good luck tomorrow! That's what I tell myself sometimes anyway... that I just got all the bad stuff out of the way for the week!

I hope so Connie!

 

[Mary & Jude]

Good to get an update from you Staci! We've missed you!!
I'm glad Ivy's test results are steady.
I hope that the Libre works itself out and that your schedule slows down and is kinder to you than it has been being.

 

[Marje and Gracie]

Should I be getting labs done periodically on Mister?

Even when my babies have been kittens, I’ve always taken them in every six months for an exam and full labs (superchem,cbc, urine) because one year in a cat’s life is not the same as one year in ours (we get annual physicals/labs as humans, right?).

Because labs are just a snapshot on that day, twice a year lets me see if there is a trend. Obviously, if there is a value off that needs to be addressed, we do so and recheck in a month with an abbreviated lab.

I just prefer to be proactive than reactive if I can. As an example, Livia has never had a normal liver ALT. But we know her normal is a bit higher than the lab range (the lab range is just where 80% of cats fall). Sometimes, it’s a tiny bit higher so then I give her a little liver support supplement.

All of that is JMO as a bona fide mom but it’s based on past experience.

 

[Elizabeth & Mister]

Even when my babies have been kittens, I’ve always taken them in every six months for an exam and full labs (superchem,cbc, urine) because one year in a cat’s life is not the same as one year in ours (we get annual physicals/labs as humans, right?).

Because labs are just a snapshot on that day, twice a year lets me see if there is a trend. Obviously, if there is a value off that needs to be addressed, we do so and recheck in a month with an abbreviated lab.

I just prefer to be proactive than reactive if I can. As an example, Livia has never had a normal liver ALT. But we know her normal is a bit higher than the lab range (the lab range is just where 80% of cats fall). Sometimes, it’s a tiny bit higher so then I give her a little liver support supplement.

All of that is JMO as a bona fide mom but it’s based on past experience.

Thank you! I've always felt a bit uneasy anytime my vet has said "well we got a lab done last year, so we don't need another one for awhile" and I'm thinking but what if something new develops and we don't catch it for a whole year? So that makes sense and I don't blame you. I'm not sure I can afford that right now but when I can go back to work this is something I will keep in mind. Mister's labs looked pretty good in April but I definitely want him re-checked at his next visit. Especially now that he's in better shape than before. I still need to upload those labs to my SS.

Ok I'm out of here, sorry for taking over your condo for a minute Staci! hopefully this might help someone else too now or in the future!

 

[Briana + Binx]

OH BOY, not the sensor!!! I hope it comes back in time!

Otherwise, very glad the vet and labs went okay and Ivy can have a little break until the next one.

Safe surfing Hope you get to relax after such a busy day yesterday!

 

[carfurby (GA)]

I hope Ivy comes back up and surfs safely. I'm glad the labs were good. Love the picture.

 

[Staci & Ivy]

Thank you! I've always felt a bit uneasy anytime my vet has said "well we got a lab done last year, so we don't need another one for awhile" and I'm thinking but what if something new develops and we don't catch it for a whole year? So that makes sense and I don't blame you. I'm not sure I can afford that right now but when I can go back to work this is something I will keep in mind. Mister's labs looked pretty good in April but I definitely want him re-checked at his next visit. Especially now that he's in better shape than before. I still need to upload those labs to my SS.

Ok I'm out of here, sorry for taking over your condo for a minute Staci! hopefully this might help someone else too now or in the future!

I’m glad Marje was able to give some good advice for everyone to learn
You’re welcome here any time Elizabeth

 

[Staci & Ivy]

Good to get an update from you Staci! We've missed you!!
I'm glad Ivy's test results are steady.
I hope that the Libre works itself out and that your schedule slows down and is kinder to you than it has been being.

Awwww thanks, Mary
Much appreciated as always

The darned Libre came back after 9 freaking hours tonight. Ivy was not happy with an ear poke at Pmps.
And I was rushing just getting off a zoom call. It was a bit rough

I’m just glad the Libre is currently working

Hope you guys have a calm night. We all need one

 

[Staci & Ivy]

OH BOY, not the sensor!!! I hope it comes back in time!

Otherwise, very glad the vet and labs went okay and Ivy can have a little break until the next one.

Safe surfing Hope you get to relax after such a busy day yesterday!

It’s been one of those days…. thanks, Briana for the support

I was so happy to read Binx pooped a nice poop today

 

[Staci & Ivy]

I hope Ivy comes back up and surfs safely. I'm glad the labs were good. Love the picture.

Hi Carla
Thanks so much for checking in with us

 

[Jack & Mopem'sMom]

Just popping in, glad her thyroid is 3.1...she's in normal range! Hope the oral meds aren't bothering her--- I see she is using all the colors today- hope she settles soon in a good zone. Sending much love- just popped in to order cat food. Jack is Jack, Abby is not responding to the transdermal methimazole & has lost weight and now Smudge was also diagnosed (I abhor the lack of pet food standards in this country) so another old, cranky, mean cat on transdermal meds----sigh-----anyway, hope you are well. You, Ivy & your family are always in my thoughts and prayers.

 

[Staci & Ivy]

Just popping in, glad her thyroid is 3.1...she's in normal range! Hope the oral meds aren't bothering her--- I see she is using all the colors today- hope she settles soon in a good zone. Sending much love- just popped in to order cat food. Jack is Jack, Abby is not responding to the transdermal methimazole & has lost weight and now Smudge was also diagnosed (I abhor the lack of pet food standards in this country) so another old, cranky, mean cat on transdermal meds----sigh-----anyway, hope you are well. You, Ivy & your family are always in my thoughts and prayers.

Hi Christine, so nice to see you pop in!
I think of you and your sweet gang so often too!

Paws crossed, Ivy seems ok with the oral methimazole right now
Jack.....he's just Jack, belly rubs being sent!
I am sorry Abby isn't responding to the meds, big bummer
The transdermal didn't seem to cut it for Ivy either.
Sending prayers for Abby! What about the liquid formulation????

Does Smudge have hyperT too?
I hope not!

Sending lots of love and hugs to all of you! We miss you and love seeing you pop up when you are able

 

[Seth&Bell]

I think maybe I can touch the burritt... hmm, just maybe.... no. no. not a good idea. Enjoy your lunch, Ivy

Super glad for you about the labs!

 

[Mary & Jude]

Jude peed on his burrito in the middle of an FIC flare. Why we can't have nice things around here.

 

[Jack & Mopem'sMom]

Hi Christine, so nice to see you pop in!
I think of you and your sweet gang so often too!

Paws crossed, Ivy seems ok with the oral methimazole right now
Jack.....he's just Jack, belly rubs being sent!
I am sorry Abby isn't responding to the meds, big bummer
The transdermal didn't seem to cut it for Ivy either.
Sending prayers for Abby! What about the liquid formulation????

Does Smudge have hyperT too?
I hope not!

Sending lots of love and hugs to all of you! We miss you and love seeing you pop up when you are able

Yes, Smudge has been diagnosed hyper T too. Because she has pre-existing stomach & vomiting issues, I am not considering any kind of oral meds for her. She goes for re-test ing in another month so I can see what the transdermal is doing for her then.

Ironically since I posted this a few weeks ago, Abby has moved out of 'her' room and rejoined the herd- she knows I can't get to her to medicate her as easily, so has not been getting much methimazole at all. She's 18 and actually enjoying a much better quality of life of her choosing, so I've decided to just let her do what she wants. She is mostly blind, has lost most of her teeth and is still eating/drinking/peeing/pooping normally, so I'm not going to upset that apple cart by chasing her all over to give her meds that don't work at optimum. I am going to let her enjoy whatever time she has left in a happy state, making her own decisions as much as possible, medicating when possible (some is better than none)

Jack---hates the heat- i see that in his numbers, but the AC can't keep up right now.

Sending you and Ivy lots and love and hugs-

 

[Staci & Ivy]

Yes, Smudge has been diagnosed hyper T too. Because she has pre-existing stomach & vomiting issues, I am not considering any kind of oral meds for her. She goes for re-test ing in another month so I can see what the transdermal is doing for her then.

Ironically since I posted this a few weeks ago, Abby has moved out of 'her' room and rejoined the herd- she knows I can't get to her to medicate her as easily, so has not been getting much methimazole at all. She's 18 and actually enjoying a much better quality of life of her choosing, so I've decided to just let her do what she wants. She is mostly blind, has lost most of her teeth and is still eating/drinking/peeing/pooping normally, so I'm not going to upset that apple cart by chasing her all over to give her meds that don't work at optimum. I am going to let her enjoy whatever time she has left in a happy state, making her own decisions as much as possible, medicating when possible (some is better than none)

Jack---hates the heat- i see that in his numbers, but the AC can't keep up right now.

Sending you and Ivy lots and love and hugs-

I’m sorry about Smudge, you have had your quota of hyperT kitties!
I hope the transdermal will work for her

Sweet Abby, so thankful she’s come out and praying she manages on what meds you can give her

You do such a wonderful job managing all of their care, despite the obstacles.
Hoping for a bit cooler temps so Jack can maintain his better BG and happiness.
I think of you all often and send love and hugs back.
Sending cool thoughts your way this hot hot summer