11/04 Selkie AMPS 255 1U +1 222 +2 166 +6 183

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AMPS took me a little by surprise, since Selkie had been running lower at this time during her first week. No feeding or insulin times have changed, although I did give her two extra treats (Pounce, dry) after last night's final reading as a reward for jumping right up and letting me test her.
 
Thanks for visiting, and for providing yesterday's link. I keep forgetting that part of it.

Truth be told, I'm feeling a tad overwhelmed right now. Between trying to educate myself on glargine (a form of insulin that didn't even exist when I studied diabetes in school, with a mode of action that also didn't exist), getting decent sticks on my cat when I'm not accustomed to using a needle on anything smaller than 300 lbs, researching where to get the best prices on the supplies I'll need (I've nearly wiped out my test strips in a week, trying to get myself trained and obtain as many readings as possible in the early days), setting up spread sheets and profiles, deal with Selkie's other problems (which includes bleach decontamination of two quarantine rooms on a daily basis) and ... oh never mind, I'm whining now. It isn't becoming.

Selkie's appetite is back, and she's starting to play fetch again, but she's beginning to eye me with suspicion. At least I'm usually getting enough blood for a test by my first or second stick now.
 
I'm sorry you're going thru this, I will tell you what was told to me and what I see often here, is it does get easier. It really does.
I'm very glad to read she is doing ok today, playing and eating good are excellent signs, despite what the numbers may show.
You hang in there, :YMHUG: she needs you to be strong and focused, as hard as it gets sometimes, it's all worth it. cat_pet_icon

have a good nite, both of you!
 
Thanks for stopping by our condo today. Sorry I haven't been on yet to welcome you...lots going on this past week but Selkie's numbers look very good!!
You are so lucky to not have any pinks (anti-jinx)!! It sounds like you are doing just great so don't worry. Lots of experience here in LL.
Are you a vet? I couldn't get the profile open...a problem with google I think. Hope you have a great evening and I'll check in tomorrow.
 
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