GA My baby Oliver and I need your help!!!

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Thanks Ann. I know what you mean about feeling helpless. Like you, I'd be there in a flash if I could.

Soon the folks from across the big ponds will be coming on so there may be someone else available to help keep watch too. I'd stay up with you but I am about to fall asleep on my keyboard and have to be functional tomorrow. Will look for an update in the morning. Good night all!
 
MrWorfMen's Mom said:
Brittany, please do keep us posted....otherwise we worry and wonder. I'm going to call it a night but will check back in the morning. Will keep you and Oliver in my prayers.
@Squalliesmom @Ann and Murphy and Tom Are you going to be around for awhile or should we tag April on the west coast to see if she can keep an eye on things here? I hate to leave Brittany on her own all night.
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I'll be around for maybe another hour, then I'm going to have to get some sleep. Maybe April can take over then and keep a watch.
 
@BrittanyC How are things going? Please keep posting thru the night...just a sentence or two to let us know how you and Oliver are doing.

I think I would plan on being at the vet's office when it is due to open...don't even call for an appointment, they can walk you in as an emergency. Go armed with a list of questions: What is his blood sugar now? What is his fructosamine? What is his ketone level? What is his temperature? What do you think has caused him to stop eating and why do you think he was/is vomiting? Is he dehydrated? Does the vet think he has an infection? Ask for a full chemistry panel and a CBC at the minimum...he might need to have other blood work such as his thyroid levels checked, is he feline leukemia negative? etc. He might need a urine specimen to check for infection, blood, etc? Maybe a fecal specimen to check for worms? He should get a good physical exam too...including: checking his retinas (can see the blood vessels), checking his teeth/dental condition and oral mucosa, checking his ears, listening to his chest and belly, deep palpating of his abdominal organs and his thyroid, checking for pain with full movement of each leg, checking for pain along his backbone, checking his anal glands.

It's a lot to remember, so take notes of the vet's answers, ask for copies of lab work and X-ray reports. Then if the vet still thinks Oliver is diabetic, ask for specifics of his insulin dosing. Or, what is the working diagnosis and how are you going to care for Oliver? When does the vet want to see Oliver again?

Then the very last thing you want answered is how you are to manage emergencies again? Where is the emergency vet, what is their phone number, etc.
 
I need to get some sleep now. Is there anyone on the forum who can keep a watch here in case Brittany needs further help with Oliver?
 
I was so hoping there would be an update. I hope Brittany is either at or on her way to the vet with Oliver now.

Brittany, please let us know how Oliver is doing as soon as you have a moment.
 
I have to leave in a minute, but also keeping everything crossed for Brittany and Oliver :bighug::bighug:
 
Oliver is doing good he is at the vet now receiving fluids. Doc said he is extremely dehydrated and may need to stay over night. Thank Yall for everything. I will keep y'all posted.
 
Thank you for the update Brittany. No doubt your nursing helped him through the night.:) Please confirm with your vet how the diabetes diagnosis was arrived at. Tests should include a blood fructosamine and checking urine for glucose. A one off check of blood in the vet's office can be very misleading. and even if the diabetes diagnosis has been verified with the right testing, do not give Oliver more than 1u to start with and preferably 0.5u. I'd also make sure they test him for ketones before taking him back home.

It would also be a good idea to find out if any liver function tests were done as not eating for days can lead to hepatic lipidosis which is also a serious condition. The other possibility is pancreatitis which can be checked with a quick test in the office. When you bring Oliver home, ask for an anti-nausea medication along with an appetite stimulant to try to get and keep him eating on his own again.
 
Brittany - see? I told you you'd get lots of help! I too am very concerned about ketones and DKA (diabetic ketoacidosis) which is why I asked you to add ketone info in this post. GOOD JOB!

PRAYERS and HUGS and HUGS....come on Oliver, eat sweet baby....
 
Thank you for the update! Please do follow Linda's (MrWorfMen's Mom) suggestions for things to confirm with your vet before bringing Oliver back home, she's given you some pertinent and important questions to ask.

Great job getting Oliver safely through the night!!! :bighug::bighug::bighug:

He's a handsome guy! :)
 
Thank Yall so much we are just trying to get him fluids for now and my vet gave give something for the nausea he is probably happy to finally rest with out his momma checking on him every 5 min.

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These are pictures of olly when we adopted him back in 2013. He is such a sweet loving cat and funny too.
 

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He is a stunning little guy! I'm sure Olly knows you were only being a helicopter Mom out of worry. :cat:We'll continue to watch for updates Brittany.
 
BrittanyC said:
Thank Yall so much we are just trying to get him fluids for now and my vet gave give something for the nausea he is probably happy to finally rest with out his momma checking on him every 5 min.

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These are pictures of olly when we adopted him back in 2013. He is such a sweet loving cat and funny too.
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He's a lovely kitty. I have fingers crossed he gets well ASAP.
 
I want y'all to know I got him a meter today and I already took my other babies blood sugar and they are in the clear. I plan on checking them once a month to make sure everything is going well. These are olives siblings little kitty, baby kitty, and nova. Nova is olives sister and they are always two peas in a pod. I am now so much more aware of cats with diabetes. So thank y'all a million.
 

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That is one beautiful clowder you have. You are being very proactive and that will serve you well. And if your vet happens to argue with you about testing Oliver, ignore him because what you do at home is entirely up to you and home testing is the key to keeping kitty safe and getting them regulated. :)
 
I just read through all this on the West coast. I'm sending up prayers that Oliver gets better and that the vet knows what he is doing. Again, I am always amazed how the people on here work together.
 
I'm sooo glad things are looking up! You have such a beautiful "family" too. I agree with Red & Rover .... would like to know the vet has plans for monitoring Oliver thru the night if he has had insulin. Please keep posting on how he is doing...and maybe you try to get a little rest tonite!
 
We are going to see him tomorrow. I talked to our vet to see how he is doing no change in the way he is acting but the vomiting has stopped and he wants to keep him for 48 hours to make sure he will be okay. Thank Yall for the prayers I have a prayer team on fbook through my family and friends. We need all the prayers we can get that my baby olly comes home.
 
Oh, Brittany, have had u and Oliver on my heart and in my prayers all day . I pray for my kitties as well and it works !! Google Verses for pets...lots of good Word...my fav I use is Psalms "God's mercies hover over all His creation"...praying health and wholeness for Ollie and peace for you !:bighug:
 
Thank you so much beth. I have been sick over this... my husband and I have both cried over this little stinker but we are staying positive he pulls through all of it.
 
Hi Brittany. We are all keeping Oliver, you and your family in our prayers. Has the vet given you any idea what he thinks caused Oliver to stop eating? Is Oliver now eating on his own at all? Please let us know how your visit goes and give Oliver a little scritch from us.
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Good morning Brittany ! Had a thot...when Elmo was hospitalized in July for 3 days I took a shirt I had recently worn to put in his cage there.....that way he has your scent to comfort him ...might take some article of clothing with u in case he has to stay a little longer .
 
Yeah I will try thay beth. No he still hasn't ate but is getting fluids. I'm waiting on my husband to get home for lunch so we can go together. He wants to talk to out vet some more.
 
Elmo didnt want to eat either during his stay until i hand fed him( little spoiled ?? YES!)...u might try hand feeding him and tell vet/vet tech if he is willing to eat this way ..I'm sure ur visit will help him along with a recently worn shirt or pjs with your scent on it to leave in his cage with him. I know how hard it is to see them all hooked up to IVs..broke my heart to see Elmo like that. Just remember there r a ton of people here thinking of and praying for you, your husband and Oliver!!!!!
 
Well Oliver is doing better he is going to stay another night. He is still receiving fluids and he is also getting antibiotics because billy (my vet ) thinks he was a infection as well which would be why he had the fever. Billy said his temp is 103 and that his blood sugar is now 112 which is good with all that has been going on. Billy also has been hand feeding him baby food. He said he got about 9 cc's in him when we went at 12 today. I brought Oliver my flannel I slept in last night and he curled right up to it. He is still not out of the woods yet but I thought I would let y'all know. Yall have been my biggest support system besides my family. My animals all 7 of them are my children. My husband and I don't have human kids but we have kitties and puppies that are our babies. People can be so rude and make fun when you care so much and get so upset over a cat. My mother in law was generally worried about Oliver and my co worker told her he died... when I heard that I said no he didn't die and she was like well I thought he did because you were crying in all last night on the phone. I told her I was on the phone with my nana and we were talking about the options if he doesn't get better because I don't want him to suffer. I love my babies more than life itself so I try to ignore stupid people. I want to thank all of you again for all the sweet words.
 
Oh Brittany. I am soooooo happy to hear Oliver is doing better. His BG of 112 is great. Still keeps me wondering if he really has diabetes though. An infection would explain the slightly elevated temp and the elevated BG the other day too.

I can just picture him snuggled into your flannel. AHHH! :joyful: Like you, I never had kids and my animals have always been my babies. Thankfully this community is a group of like minded individuals who treasure their furry critters and everyone understands how upsetting it is when they are sick.

And thank you for keeping us posted. We really do worry about all the kitties and caregivers we "meet" here so updates are very much appreciated!:bighug:
 
Good to hear Oliver is doing better!! Hopefully he'll be back home soon in your loving arms!!

I know how you feel about the snide comments too...I had to take my 86 year old mom to the ER today and although I'd do anything for her, I did mention that I had a diabetic cat that needed her insulin at 6 so I might leave at 5 and come back and get her if they didn't keep her (they didn't) and I heard several snickers from the nursing staff over it

Another reason I have little use for most humans.....although the people on this board are fantastic!!!!
 
My mother in law always says she like animals more than humans. I am the same way I think haha maybe I should try getting into vet school... im young enough and it doesn't matter what age your never to old for school. I was wondering if he was even diabetic myself but my vet swears he is and probably has a infection as well I don't know though which is hard. I plan to go see him aga in in the morning. Yall are awesome loving people.
 
Yeah Oliver ! So so glad u got to see him and that he has begun to eat good ole baby food !! Now you get a peaceful night's sleep. :bighug:
 
I knpw right I'm still worried like any mother would but I'm thinking he may pull through all this.
 
Chris & China said:
Good to hear Oliver is doing better!! Hopefully he'll be back home soon in your loving arms!!

I know how you feel about the snide comments too...I had to take my 86 year old mom to the ER today and although I'd do anything for her, I did mention that I had a diabetic cat that needed her insulin at 6 so I might leave at 5 and come back and get her if they didn't keep her (they didn't) and I heard several snickers from the nursing staff over it

Another reason I have little use for most humans.....although the people on this board are fantastic!!!!
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Haha ,Chris !! Reminds me of my dad's saying " the more I see of people,the better I like my dog"
 
BrittanyC said:
I was wondering if he was even diabetic myself but my vet swears he is
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Well now that you have a meter, you can test Oliver when he comes home (we'll help you with that) and make sure it's safe before giving him insulin.

One of my favourite quotes is "I have a hard time liking otherwise good people who do not like dogs." (Will Judy)
I just extend my version to anyone who doesn't cherish animals.
 
MrWorfMen's Mom said:
Well now that you have a meter, you can test Oliver when he comes home (we'll help you with that) and make sure it's safe before giving him insulin.

One of my favourite quotes is "I have a hard time liking otherwise good people who do not like dogs." (Will Judy)
I just extend my version to anyone who doesn't cherish animals.
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I love that quote. I will need to know when I need to use the meter and what is a safe level and not.
 
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