9/27 evening update on Boris

[Patti and Merlin]

Once again I want to thank everyone for all your posts. You have been so kind and thoughtful to me and Boris and we are forever grateful.

I just got home from visiting with him. He looks soooo much better. He's able to walk now without collapsing on his hind legs and staggering. He's still somewhat weak but a million times better than yesterday. I'm having a case of the guilts for letting things get so awful but I kept thinking if I tried this... or that... or maybe add this med...I know they can get sick so fast but now seeing how much better he is - I'm wishing I had just gone in on the w/e. My DH keeps reminding me that it's always easier to look back and see things more clearly and we were doing everything we could at the time. I just hated seeing him sooo awful yesterday. He's eating like a champ but he is still on continuous IV fluids. It's so good to see him do this.

His Hematocrit/PCV is still at 26. And his bilirubin is now increased to 0.9 - just above normal but it's slowly increased since the beginning of this year. Now it's just a matter of waiting on the cytology reports. And the liver function tests were repeated at this clinic and were comparable to last weeks labs - still elevated but much better than in the past.

He's getting Buprenex as needed. And they are weaning off the pred for right now until the "picture" of what is going on is clearer. I had to remind them that he has been on gabapentin - it can't be stopped cold turkey so they were going to restart that today.

So he's spending one more nite at least. I feel good about that. My favorite vet nurse wasn't on today so they only let me be with him for an hour - we laid next to each other on the floor - he loves his bed and being petted. So he rested and i just enjoyed being with him. When Anna Marie is on she just brings him in connected to his fluids and lets him stay as long as I want. But that's ok. I want whatever they think is best for him. That's their job! So I'll go back tomorrow and go from there.

Thanks for letting me ramble on here. And again - thanks for listening and helping Joe, Boris and me. We hope someday we can do something special for all of you!
We hope this finds all of you having a good day!
xxx
Patti and Boris

 

[julie & punkin (ga)]

oh patti, i think you've already done lots to help people - i've certainly been grateful for your support!

great news on Boris today! one day at a time, and today he's better than yesterday. i can see you laying on the floor with him - you're a good mom! you should have joe get a picture of the two of you. i'll be looking for another update from you later telling us that he's doing even better! :YMHUG:

 

[carolyn & jesse (GA) & spock]

Continuing to send big fat green get-well vines :YMHUG:

 

[Ella & Rusty & Stu(GA)]

Hi Patti,
This is a really encouraging report. We are continuing to send good thoughts and healing vines to Boris and also keeping him in our prayers.

Wishing you all a good night,

Ella & Rusty

 

[Roni and Moonie]

Healing Vines & get well Prayers for Boris tonite--Hope he comes home tomorrow!

 

[Anne & Zener GA]

Patti, so glad to hear the good report on Boris. Hope he comes home tomorrow and all the test results are good.
Liz

 

[Sienne and Gabby (GA)]

Thanks for the update and it's such a good report. Nonetheless, I'm still sending vines and snowflakes.

 

[my Casey bear]

Patti and Joe,

I am so glad to hear that Boris is feeling better!!

Patti, I agree w/Joe, hind-sight is 20/20 and always easier to look back and say "I should have..." or "If only I...". You did do the right thing and your heart was in the right place!! :YMHUG: It is very easy to feel guilty, but you are a good mammabean! Besides, from what you wrote about your visits, it doesn't sound like Boris is holding any grudges... ;-) :lol:

I will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Pettings for Boris cat_pet_icon cat_pet_icon and hugs for you and Joe :YMHUG: :YMHUG:

 

[Barbara and tuffy]

I'm glad to see there is improvement in Boris. Sending healing vines, positive thoughts and snowflakes for a speedy recovery.

 

[Marje and Gracie]

We're so happy to hear this, Patti and Joe. It is so important that they eat on their own. Sending tons and tons of healing vines and snowflakes AND white light that you will have your boy healthy and home soon.

 

[SmokeyD]

Yay!!! Such a good post to read. I'm so glad he's feeling better!!! Hope you get some rest tonight!

 

[Karrie and Maverick]

Patti what a wonderful update!!!!!!! I'm glad you got to see him today and spend time with him. I bet he was happy to see you.

 

[Lisa and Do Lou (GA)]

Hi Patti I am so happy to read how much better Boris is feeling sending more healing vines and snowflakes

 

[sehjak (Susan & Lanky)]

OK Boris & Patti - after all that sweet hugging be sure to get a good night's rest. Sweet dreams you two!

 

[Karen & Smokey(GA)]

I, too, am so happy to hear that Boris is feeling better.

And, Patti, you and Joe have already done a lot....*I* should know.

Continued prayers coming for Boris.

 

[Christie & Willie (GA)]

Wonderful report for Boris! Continued prayers for you all as he recuperates.