You can order BCP PZI in either U40 or U100. When I last ordere 100U BCP in the spring I paid almost $100 for 10 ml and that included shipping
My hubby's cat Scully is very ill as well and who knows. So stressful and upsetting. I don't know if I should treat Brandy for diabetes and also try to find her a home in the meantime. I don't know what to do. It's just one of those overwhelmed days. She's just so cute (unless she gets grouchy at times lol). My Mom sent me flowers to cheer me up about my Molly that passed on Friday and I walked outside for a second and Brandy was inspecting the flowers. She looks so funny - like a statue all innocent when I came back inside. There were a few petals knocked off, but she looked at me like Whhooo Meee?
How precious, and your mom sounds like a very sweet woman. Good luck with all that is going on with you and your fur babies.I bought prozinc for $94.00 + $20 shipping from Valleyvet.com and I bought the needles there too, since I'm in a hurry to get them. I reeeeeeeally can not afford this right now
Are you considering keeping Brandy, or are you definitely just fostering until you can find her a forever home? If you know you are not going to keep her I would suggest continuing to look for a home for her while you treat her, just make sure any potential adopters know and understand that she is diabetic and needs insulin.
I felt the same way about the spreadsheet when I first joined! And then I had all sorts of problems getting it set up so I could use it (I am definitely not good with that kind of thing!). Several people here helped me get it sorted out, and it has since become one of the most valuable tools I have for dealing with this disease! I do strongly recommend you get one set up, it isn't nearly as overwhelming as it sounds (and as I was convinced it would be!) and it is such a huge help! Trust me, you will be glad to have it!
Brandy looks like such a sweetie! And your Mom's flowers are so thoughtful and lovely. So, so sorry about your beloved Molly.
Are you considering keeping Brandy, or are you definitely just fostering until you can find her a forever home? If you know you are not going to keep her I would suggest continuing to look for a home for her while you treat her, just make sure any potential adopters know and understand that she is diabetic and needs insulin.
I felt the same way about the spreadsheet when I first joined! And then I had all sorts of problems getting it set up so I could use it (I am definitely not good with that kind of thing!). Several people here helped me get it sorted out, and it has since become one of the most valuable tools I have for dealing with this disease! I do strongly recommend you get one set up, it isn't nearly as overwhelming as it sounds (and as I was convinced it would be!) and it is such a huge help! Trust me, you will be glad to have it!
Sending hugs for you and chin scritches for Brandy and Scully!
I can well understand your need to vent! You definitely have a lot on your plate right now. If you feel unable to care for a diabetic cat long-term then you should probably start looking for someone who understands feline diabetes and will take Brandy. On the other hand, if you're ready to make that kind of commitment, you know she already has a loving home with someone who will do everything possible for her. Less than two months after I adopted my baby Bengal, she was diagnosed with IBD; I was definitely not prepared to deal with that, on top of my diabetic kitty, and serious anxiety and behavioral issues with my adult Bengal. I had to do a lot of soul-searching to make sure that keeping her was ultimately going to be in the best interests of all concerned. I decided to keep her; she's sweet and lovable (although she makes me crazy sometimes, she has no "off" switch and is constantly into everything, and sometimes exacerbates my older Bengal's anxiety) and I adopted her with the intention to keep her; it's not her fault she has this illness. But just like every cat is different, so is every owner, and I know you want to do what is best for Brandy.
I can well understand your need to vent! You definitely have a lot on your plate right now. If you feel unable to care for a diabetic cat long-term then you should probably start looking for someone who understands feline diabetes and will take Brandy. On the other hand, if you're ready to make that kind of commitment, you know she already has a loving home with someone who will do everything possible for her. Less than two months after I adopted my baby Bengal, she was diagnosed with IBD; I was definitely not prepared to deal with that, on top of my diabetic kitty, and serious anxiety and behavioral issues with my adult Bengal. I had to do a lot of soul-searching to make sure that keeping her was ultimately going to be in the best interests of all concerned. I decided to keep her; she's sweet and lovable (although she makes me crazy sometimes, she has no "off" switch and is constantly into everything, and sometimes exacerbates my older Bengal's anxiety) and I adopted her with the intention to keep her; it's not her fault she has this illness. But just like every cat is different, so is every owner, and I know you want to do what is best for Brandy.
Yes, it would be wonderful to hit the lotto, wouldn't it?!? Then we'd never have to worry about being able to care for our beloved furbabies!!! Sending hugs and scritches!
It is tough, you're right. But somehow you manage, don't ask me how, lol, it just kind of seems to happen! It gets easier the longer you deal with it, you fall into a rhythm that works for you, I guess. Sounds like Brandy is very attached to you! I know that makes it harder, if you decide you can't keep her. I hope you can come to decision that suits everyone and provides the best chances for Brandy.
Thanks. That's very encouraging which is helpful now. When i said i wanted to adopt her at 7 becuz most wouldn't want her and i wanted to .save her" i didn't know how true that could be lol she's so darn cute though. Insulin arrived. Vet appt tomorrow eve after work. She deserves a second chance.
That is awesome! You are awesome! Like CatMa said, one day at a time. We will help you.
Thank you for giving her that chance! She will reward you for that by giving you her 100% unconditional love.
Cat Ma is right, one step, one day at a time. It really will get easier, it's just so overwhelming at the start, I know, but hang in there, you've got a lot of help here at FDMB.
Hang in there, we're all here if you ever need help or advice or just want to vent.
awww what a nice story. thanks for sharing
that's sweet. thank you!! I have to remember that - one paw at a time"I love the picture of Brandy next to the flowers!
When Marshmallow was really sick and I didn't know how to handle it, I kept telling myself, "one paw at a time, one paw in front of the other." I had a bunch of different treatment options and I asked the vet what to try in what order and I just did one thing at a time. It helped keep me calm to keep saying that when I was stressed because I knew she wasn't doing well, and it also helped me keep a handle on what I was doing. Take things one day at a time and it stops feeling quite so overwhelming. Then one day you look back and you're amazed at how much you've learned and accomplished.
Okay. I do home test, just not constantly because I can't and she really hates it, but I do test
No she didnt mind at first. After about 12 times, she now HATES it. She reallly really struggles. I even have an open can of food to distract her. she hears the zipper on the testing pouch and she knows what's coming. but I will monitor her as much as I can for sure.
Try letting the first sound she hears you shaking the bag of her favorite treats. Then after she comes and gets where you want her, I give a treat and then sneak attach!