Harry 11/27 : AMPS 414, PMPS 347

[chatcat24]

[http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=30486]

...Hope this works. New thread here, about my cat Harry who's trying to fight off this diabetes!!!
We tried two times at +6 after his AMPS, to get a GB reading. Both times we poked his ears (left and right) and barely any blood came out. We left it alone, he was very antsy and didn't want it to happen - and took off and hid. :YMSIGH:
Poor kitty. We got the PMPS, 347.
It's always hard getting in the mid-day nadir shots on the weekends, (the only times I work) and my hubby isn't around to do it. ...What do you do if you have to tackle the GB test alone? I told my hubby (as I won't be there for his AMPS tomorrow) to try the burrito kitty roll-up method (we'll see if he'll fight it or not) and just work on his ears so you don't have his legs pushing you away. Any other tips?
He used to purr (a few days ago) when he was getting attention with the GB test about to happen, and after, but it seems like every time my hubby (as I just freaked OUT of needles) pokes his ears he meows realll loud and doesn't like it. ...maybe it's the technique? I really hate that - it makes it so hard when we go to tackle him for a third time, this time he fights it well. I wasn't around today, but he is hossing down food like crazy and was more into water these last few days.
Yesterday his nadir (we hope, based on the one GB test - for now) was 115, his best yet!!!! And we were so happy. But it did spike to 461, his highest ever. But I was advised that it is a spike and for good reason - so I'll go with that!!

I will keep going ahead with this daily "diary" for Harry, when I'm able to be there for his mid-day GB tomorrow I'm hoping it will be low!!!!

 

[Rocket & his Mom]

you may wanna read the link below and hopefully it helps you with the home testing....they do sense your nervousness so try to be calm at all times! good luck

http://www.sugarpet.net/bloodtst.html

 

[jan and Hep and sara (GA)]

Helena,

Welcome to FD. You will be glad that you found this site. There are many caring and knowledgeable people here that can help you out with Harry.

It is very nice to see that you are testing Harry's BG. Testing is very important in diabetes to keep him safe. I see you are testing before each shot and some spot checks inbetween, excellent! Are you holding a folded piece of kleenex on the opposite side of the ear while you go to prick Harry's ear? That is a must, plus you won't prick your finger.

I thought in the begining of this that I would always have to do testing/shooting always with help. But once I got the hang of it, and I relaxed so did Sara and it's become a breeze now. Many kitties are like that so there is hope. :smile: It won't be such a struggle forever. It will become a routine for you and Harry.

Have you read the stickys at the top of the page? You will find lots of very helpful information there. Here is the link to new to the group read this

There are also some videos on hometesting on this site that may help.

Couple of questions.


What insulin is Harry on, Lantus? I see that your giving his insulin 1U BID. Which is a good starting point.

What kind of food are you feeding Harry?

Others will be along soon to give you advice. It's nice to see you have Harry's spreadsheet up and going. The link works for the spreadsheet but the one in the begining doesn't.

Welcome again and good luck with Harry. Your doing great so far!

jan and sara