12/19 Willie PMPS 183, +4~202

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Christie & Willie (GA)

Christie & Willie (GA)

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Our first blue of this journey! Still shot the 1.5 this morning and will be watching him closely this afternoon to see how he responds. I know this is just one number and there will be many more reds and yellows to come, I'm sure, but it did this bean's heart good this morning.
 
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I would suggest that you get a +2 this morning. You increased by 50%, and you may see quite a bit of action today. The +2 will give you an idea of how active this cycle will be.
 
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Willie certainly clears those bounces quickly! Since this is the lowest you've ever shot, please get a +1 (should reflect a food spike) and a +2 (should be close to your AMPS) test. It will let you know how the cycle is going and can help to avoid any unwelcome surprises.
 
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Thanks for the advice, Laurie and Sienne! Will do! I may not be able to get a full curve today as I do have to step out a couple times, but plan to get several readings today to see where we're at. Will definitely get a +1 and a +2. Before, he's seemed to hit his nadir right around +7, so I plan to definitely be home for +6 through +8 to monitor and get readings.

And thanks for the encouragement, Lisa!
 
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Nice AMPS Willie! I was wondering if anyone mentioned probiotics to you while Willie is on Clavamox? The probiotics help to replenish the friendly bacteria. Antibiotics wipe out all so we need to replenish the good bacteria a few hours after administering the ABs. Just sprinkle it on his food. There are other forms of probiotics...maybe something available at your vet's or local pet food store?
Many of us use Fortiflora...it comes in packets and the kitties seem to like it. http://www.amazon.com/FortiFlora-FELINE ... B00164YL22
 
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Pat+Raja+Shadow said:
Nice AMPS Willie! I was wondering if anyone mentioned probiotics to you while Willie is on Clavamox? The probiotics help to replenish the friendly bacteria. Antibiotics wipe out all so we need to replenish the good bacteria a few hours after administering the ABs. Just sprinkle it on his food. There are other forms of probiotics...maybe something available at your vet's or local pet food store?
Many of us use Fortiflora...it comes in packets and the kitties seem to like it. http://www.amazon.com/FortiFlora-FELINE ... B00164YL22
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Thanks! I will definitely check those out! Would it be good to start those even when he's done with the AB? If I order now, it probably won't be here before I leave on Christmas travel and Willie and Miss Belle will be with a sitter for New Years so I want to keep it simple for them. Our tentative last day of AB is Dec. 30th, but if would help him afterwards, I'll give it a try!
 
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I guess it would be okay to give it after if you have no choice....Shadow did vomit with 5 days on the Clavamox....so my vet said to stop the ABs for 24 hours and then resume. But if they get diarrhea from the ABs, the probiotic helps. Some people offer plain yogurt too...a good quality yogurt with active cultures. Some will eat a bit of that.
I usually have some on hand too for when they are being picky about eating. It really entices them to eat...so it is good to get some if you can....
Maybe it will get there before you leave...how long will you be away?
I am sorry...I didn't get your name... :razz:
 
Re: 12/19 Willie AMPS 182(!), +1~191

Thanks! I ordered some on amazon, so will hopefully be here soon! His homemade food has some fiber in it but is otherwise very low carb, so while our poos are sometimes big, they've been pretty firm. Thankfully, he's reacted well to the clavamox and we've had no pukes since we started. I try to give it right after he eats so there is something in his stomach to buffer the pill.

I've got some plain fage that I eat (I like to eat plain yogurt sweetened with stevia or agave), I may try putting a bit of that in his next meal!

Oh, and I'm Christie. :)

+1 showed a little food bump, but not much. will get a +2 as well!
 
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Numbers still low, which is good. Willie knows something up. He was with Miss Belle when I found her, and he's been sniffing around looking for her. Breaks my heart all over again.

He's been staying pretty close to me getting pets. He wasn't too interested in dinner. Added a little approved fancy feast and he ate most of his food. Going to see if I can get him to eat a small amount before bed. We had a little bit of pukes earlier... little to nothing came up. I suspect it was from him sniffing the carpet and nibbling.

Healthwise, he's had a good day. Neither of us are anywhere near celebrating, though.
 
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Christie...so terribly sorry to hear about your girl.

we are holding you and willie in our thoughts and our hearts tonight.

celi & binks
 
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(((((((Christie))))))) (((((((Willie)))))))

Fly free, dear Belle! You are much loved.

In deep sympathy,

Ella & Rusty & Stu (GA in September)
 
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