GA 01/02 Moe has earned his wings

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  1. Erin and Moe (GA)

    Erin and Moe (GA) Well-Known Member

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    Yesterday: 01/02 Moe: amps=78;+4=67;+6=77; +8=63; +10=66; PMPS=85 | Feline Diabetes Message Board - FDMB

    Good morning all. AMPS is 85 today. Moe continues to struggle with his foot pain. He growled and hissed at us several times overnight if the foot got bumped; maybe he needs to take up a little less space in the bed? :woot: I laugh, but it hurts me to know that he's in such pain. Liquid Gabapentin administration continues to be a failure, so no help there.

    I sent an email to the vet this morning with Moe's curve numbers from yesterday, double tracked with the Relion and the Alpha Trak meters. He's pretty much where the vet wants him to be, between 100 and 150 on the AT. I included links to Moe's spreadsheet and videos of him walking, along with a description of where I think his pain is coming from. Also a request for a different pain med option. Vet opens at noon, so I might hear from her by the end of the day if she's working today.

    Is there a way to post videos here? I tried using the "upload a file" button, but it seems to be only for photos, and the videos are .mov files. I could try sharing a link to my one drive, perhaps?
     
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  2. JaxBenji

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    Nice start to Moe though sorry about his toe :( Can you put the liquid gaba in his food (just a thought, I've never done this but am going to do it with Jax's gaba pill for his vet visit this week)?

    For videos, I think you need to post to YouTube and then post the link here.

    Hope you hear back from the vet :bighug:
     
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  3. Erin and Moe (GA)

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    I tried adding the gaba to his favorite treat (TikiStix chicken). He took a couple of licks, gave me a "how dare you?!?" look, and walked away. Apparently it's got enough taste, either the med or the "chicken flavor", that he recognized it and won't touch it. It might have worked if I'd tried it in the treat first, but since he knows the taste of it now, it's a no-go. :rolleyes:
     
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  4. Erin and Moe (GA)

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  5. JaxBenji

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    lol, i swear they can smell anything that does not belong. Maybe the powder (from a pill) may work? He sure is surfing nicely :cat:
     
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    Poor Moe. I hope you hear back from the vet today. Sending prayers.
     
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  8. JOJI and Kit

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    hope the vet gets back to you today.
    healing thoughts for the moe toe :bighug:
     
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  9. Cheryl & Jazzy

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    Moe's numbers look great!! Sorry about his foot pain, poor guy. Hopefully the vet can give you something different to help with it. :bighug:
     
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  10. Judy and Freckles

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    Moe is looking pretty handsome in greens!
     
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  11. Erin and Moe (GA)

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    85 at +10. He's just eaten a little bit of FF, followed by some TikiStix with a zobaline crushed in it. I guess the zobaline has no flavor, because he didn't hesitate at all to lick the treat right up. So yay for that, he will still eat the treats.
     
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  12. Erin and Moe (GA)

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  13. Erin and Moe (GA)

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    Moe has suddenly gotten worse. He walked into my room with his front right foot folded under, stumbling and pupils dilated. His paw was cold but he was still able to walk around somewhat and able to make small jumps (floor to chair to table). I’m waiting now in the ER parking lot while they assess him. All prayers, vines and positive thoughts appreciated. I’m terrified I’m going to lose him. His litter mate died from thrombosis at the age of three.
     
  14. Lisa & Oberon

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    Oh no! Thinking good thoughts for you and Moe.
     
  15. katy and mo (GA)

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    Oh no! Sending positive and healing vibes your way, Erin and Moe. Get better Moe, honey :bighug:
     
  16. Mimis mom

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    Positive vibes for you and your little one!!!!
     
  17. Judy and Freckles

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    Sending healing thoughts you way. C’mon Moe you got this!!:bighug:
     
  18. Erin and Moe (GA)

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    His blood pressure is sky high and he’s throwing multiple clots. Multiple neurological issues.
     
  19. Judy and Freckles

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    Oh poor little guy. Be a fighter Moe!
     
  20. Erin and Moe (GA)

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    He won’t be able to come back from this. I’m letting him go.
     
  21. katy and mo (GA)

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    I'm in tears, I'm so sorry Erin. You're doing the best thing for Moe. Here for you :bighug:
     
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  22. Judy and Freckles

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    Oh Erin. I’m so sorry.
     
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  23. Erin and Moe (GA)

    Erin and Moe (GA) Well-Known Member

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    He’s gone. My best boy. My heart is broken.
     
  24. Judy and Freckles

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    My heart is broken for you too. Such a handsome guy and all that the two of you have gone through and then for him to be taken away from you like this. I’m so sad for you.
     
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  25. Mariette

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    I am so sorry for loss
     
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  26. Bron and Sheba (GA)

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    Oh Erin, I am so sorry you had to let Moe go. You must be devastated. It all happened so quickly.
    Sending many hugs:bighug::bighug::bighug:
    Fly free Moe:rb_icon:cat_wings>o
     
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  27. carfurby (GA)

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    I'm so sorry. You did everything you could for him. Fly free sweet Moe. Sending prayers. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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    Rainbow Bridge

    There is a bridge connecting Heaven and Earth.
    It is called the Rainbow Bridge because of all its beautiful colors.
    Just this side of the Rainbow Bridge there is a land of meadows,
    hills and valleys with lush green grass.
    When a beloved pet dies, the pet goes to this place.
    There is always food and water and warm spring weather.
    The old and frail animals are young again.
    Those who were sick, hurt or in pain are made whole again.
    There is only one thing missing,
    they are not with their special person who loved them so much on earth.
    So each day they run and play until the day comes
    when one suddenly stops playing and looks up!
    The nose twitches! The ears are up!
    The eyes are staring and this one runs from the group!
    You have been seen and when you and your special friend meet,
    you take him in your arms and hug him.
    He licks and kisses your face again and again -
    and you look once more into the eyes of your best friend and trusting
    pet.
    Then you cross the Rainbow Bridge together never again to be apart.

    Author: unknown



















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  29. Erin and Moe (GA)

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    Thank you, all. I am trying to function this morning. So strange to get up and not have to test Moe’s glucose or poke a pill into him. And to leave “his” bowl unfilled while feeding the rest of the cats

    I suspect that his rear leg and foot pain and struggle to walk that started Thursday was actually the beginning of this. The ER vet mentioned that he had multiple clots; perhaps he was having smaller ones that led up to this more serious one.

    I am happy he is pain free, but my heart has a hole in it today.
     
  30. JaxBenji

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    Oh ((Erin)) - my heart breaks for you. Moe is flying high and pain free cat_wings>o You worked tirelessly to help him and took such wonderful care of him. I'm so so so sorry for your loss :bighug:
     
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  31. Katherine&Ruby

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    I'm so sorry Erin. I can't imagine how it must feel. Hugs and lots of light to you and your furry family.
     
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  32. Sienne and Gabby (GA)

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    I'm so sorry. Fly free Moe, and land softly.
     
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  33. Butters & Lyla

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    (((Erin)))
    I'm so sorry:bighug: :bighug:. My heart is broken for you. He was so loved and always will be.
    Fly free, sweet Moe. cat_wings>o
     
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  34. Colio

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    I'm so sorry Erin :bighug:

    cat_wings>o
     
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  35. Marj & Djoko

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    I am sorry Erin and Moe.
     
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  36. Adrienne & Molly (GA)

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    I'm so sorry for your loss sending you strength :bighug:
     
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  37. Tomlin

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    Sorry for your sudden loss. Peace for Moecat_wings>o:rb_icon:
     
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  38. Pamela & Amethyst

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    So sorry:bighug::bighug::bighug: Fly Free Handsome little man:rb_icon:cat_wings>o:rb_icon:
     
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  39. Gill & George

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    Erin I am so sorry, heart broken for you.
    Fly Free Sweet Moe.
    :rb_icon::rb_icon::rb_icon:
    :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  40. Sue and Luci

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    Oh Erin. Tearfully I write this note of condolences to you. ... You were such a wonderful mama bean to your boy Moe...I'm sure you are devastated...I know I would be...I'm so very sorry...

    At least he's at peace and at rest now...

    Sending heartfelt prayers and hugs for you and your family at this very sad time....Little Moe has earned his wings.cat_wings>o
     
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  41. Ti-Mousse (GA) Pepe (GA)

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    Erin I'm so sad for you! :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug: At least, little Moe is now free and not suffering anymore.... You did everything you could for your little boy to have a good life.
    Fly free sweet little Moe and take care of mamma !! :rb_icon:cat_wings>o:rb_icon:
     
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  42. Diane Tyler's Mom

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    Erin, I am so heartbroken for you. No more pain little one.
    He was truly loved. Fly high precious boy ♥♥:bighug::bighug::bighug:cat_wings>o
    Sending you gentle hugs Erin :bighug::bighug:
     
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  43. Wendy&Neko

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    Oh no! I can't believe I missed this yesterday. ((((Erin)))) I am so sorry for your loss. You did so much for sweet Moe. Above and beyond.

    Acromegaly sucks. Losing a cat to clots is so sudden and a total shock (been there with another cat). Take care of yourself, the next while will be hard on you. :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  44. Tracey&Jones (GA)

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    I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Serenity for you during this time. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  45. Olive & Paula

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    I'm so sorry on the loss of Moe. Take care of you. Hugs and prayers. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  46. Cheryl & Jazzy

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    Oh no. I'm so sorry, Erin. What a shock this is :( Take comfort in your memories of him and know he is at peace and pain free. I'm sorry. Rest easy sweetheart :bighug:cat_wings>o:rb_icon:
     
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  47. Marje and Gracie

    Marje and Gracie Senior Member Moderator

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    (((Erin)))). My very deepest condolences in the loss of your very special love. I wish you peace; it’s hard enough losing them but it compounds it by the loss of your routine with him.

    Gentle journey, Moe. :rb_icon::rb_icon:cat_wings>o
     
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  48. Tom & Thomas (GA)

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    How very sad and what a shock for you. I am so sorry.
     
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  49. KittenTheCat

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    I’m so sorry for your loss :( you did everything you could for him and he had a great life with you! cat_wings>oRest In Peace Moe cat_wings>o
     
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  50. Ella & Rusty & Stu(GA)

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    Dear Erin,
    I am so sorry that it was Moe's time. Fly free, sweet, brave boy, on your beautiful golden wings. At the Bridge you will find many new friends who will keep you "in good paws" until that fine day when you will be reunited with your loving family.

    We send deepest sympathy,

    Ella & Edward, Rusty (GA) and Stu (GA)
     
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  51. Ann & Maggie11 (GA)

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    Erin, so sorry for the loss of your sweet boy. My heart and prayers go out to you.
     
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  52. Bronx's dad (GA)

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    I am so very sorry for your loss Erin. Acrocats are special kitties and the bond is always stronger from the extra care we give them.

    Fly free sweet Moe :rb_icon: 28206.jpg :rb_icon:

    cat_wings>o
     
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  53. Laura and Gremlin (GA)

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    I'm so very sorry for your loss.
     

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