Good news first: Meowgie was neutered this morning and came through the surgery just great. He is resting at the vet now and waking up and will come home tonight with my husband when he gets off work.
Not so good news: Blue is declining in health. I knew he was, but having it confirmed just stinks! :( I am on the verge of tears. His bloodwork was "pretty good." Thyroid is up despite the constant meds so we have to increase the dose...again. The cough is likely the cancer having spread to his lungs. My vet told me that it made sense to her, but that she wasn't going to put Blue through the testing because there is really nothing we can do for him other than make him comfortable and make the tough decisions when the time comes. I am just heartbroken.
Blue is also very stressed and upset right now. In his old age, he had become very easily stressed riding in the car and apparently them getting the blood work sent him over the edge. We have been home now for almost an hour and he is still growling when *I* come near him...forget the kids! He barely ate his food even though he hasn't had any food since last night. He vomited on his towel at the vet and drooled excessively (this is something he has always done)...even on the ride home. He is resting atop the couch right now and I feel like a horrible meowmy with a hard road ahead for us both. 
I am on the verge of tears. His bloodwork was "pretty good." Thyroid is up despite the constant meds so we have to increase the dose...again. The cough is likely the cancer having spread to his lungs. My vet told me that it made sense to her, but that she wasn't going to put Blue through the testing because there is really nothing we can do for him other than make him comfortable and make the tough decisions when the time comes. I am just heartbroken. 
It is more common than you think with Thyroid disease..... These are non-invasive tests..... and you will have answers..... 
that he'll be with you for a good while yet.
