11/10 Trixie AMBG 182 "+3.5" 133 - Source for fluids?

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Amy&TrixieCat

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Not TOO high of a bounce for my crazy bouncy OTJ kitty. And not as much of a drop as I like to see, but hopefully it's just a random blip. Nothing new to report...all the usuals are in place: happy appy, snuggly kitty, spunkiness intact.

Her SS, however, is driving me crazy. For awhile, it has been crapping out on me - it'll sit on "saving" for a while, then decide to generate an error and lose all the data I entered. So far I still have not been successful in getting yesterday's info in there. I use lots of "adult language" when I talk about her SS these days!

I'm also getting a little stressed because the lactated ringer's shortage is even worse now that it was earlier this year. No one has them, and the price is absolutely skyrocketing for when they do come back in. It's disgusting. This is one of the most basic medical supplies out there - there is NO excuse for this. We're set for a while longer, but just because I know there is a shortage issue, I'm trying to track some down NOW, before we end up in trouble.

Does anyone have any secret LRS sources they are willing to share? ValleyVet, Drs Foster and Smith are definitely out of stock, and I can't tell from Thriving Pets website if they're out of stock or not, but even if they aren't out of stock, they are ranging from $10-$15 per bag. None of my local pharmacies are able to get them for me.

And this hasn't been a problem for a while, but the last few nights, Zen has been very "active" during the night, asking to be let in and out and in and out and in and out of the bedroom, and when he's been "settled" in the bedroom, he's right in my face and tapping my nose and mouth with his sharply clawed paw. I'm very tired and cranky this morning.....

But...it's time for work - yay :roll: ! Have a great day, LL!

Amy
 
Morning Amy ~O) ~O) ~O)

I vote for the blip. Right Trixie?

So clue on the fluids....

oh wow on the SS issues. Someone else here was having issues too, now I can't remember who. I have in general been having Google problems all around. I wonder what is up with all of that.

wow to on en. Been along night for you I am sure.

have a great day today, I hope all goes better!
 
I bought a case of LRS at WalMart Pharmacy for $75.00 about a week or two ago. They had to order it, but got it in a day.
 
Where to get LRS is a real problem and the news is not good. I've read the shortsge will last until June of 2015 and vet suppliers are having trouble getting them. It is really scary I know. Try thrivingpets but shipping is really expensive. I'm sorry I didn't get some when I first started reading of the shortage in case I ever need them again. . keep calling around lically as I've read pharmacies get them in randomly. Good luck.
 
@Dyana - Which Walmart did you use? When I tried my local Walmart (Princeton) earlier this year, they were of no help. Since your Walmart was successful, maybe I'll contact them - it's definitely not too far of a drive!
 
Hey, Ms. P! Wake up! Maybe she's just taking a little snooze this morning. Good luck finding the LRS. That is crazy that there is a shortage.
Liz
 
I used the Flemington WalMart. I called first, and when they kind of say no, then you ask if they can order them, then you'll probably get put on hold and they should say yes when they come back. The wait at the WalMart for them to process the order when I went to pick up the box took forever too, but worth it to have a supply.
I think it works out to like $6 something a bag.
 
No bouncies for Trixie. She is happy and that is what counts and her numbers really do come down beautifully.

I have google problems daily and it takes me awhile to update our ss. I feel your pain.

Have a great day!
 
You could try KV Supply. My parents get LRS for their dog from them and it appears to be in stock. Thought I'd mention it so you have a Plan B.
 
Thanks, Jaclyn...I'll check it out! It's great to see you around LL :-D ...I hope Jetta is doing well!

(ARGH - out of stock at KV!!!!!)
 
(((Amy and Trixie))) Sorry to hear you're not able to find the LRS, hope you are able to find a source locally, before you have a shortage! This is unacceptable! Also sorry to hear your sleep was interupted, hope you sleep with the door shut tonight!
 
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