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just wanted to add, please feed this cat slowly. Don't force him to eat fast as he could asphirate.

just wanted to let you know, we have givin Bear about 2/3 bottle of the baby food mixed with the nutri paste. We are going to give him a short break, then give him somemore.

Thank you for letting us know, we all care so much about Bear and want to see him strong and healthy! Keep up the good work, Jack and Bear!

Originally Posted by jackdiver

just wanted to let you know, we have givin Bear about 2/3 bottle of the baby food mixed with the nutri paste. We are going to give him a short break, then give him somemore.

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Sounds good...do let him have a couple of hours in between, it does not, that I know of, need to be hourly.

Jack,
I don't want to add much as this is a good, solid line of communication and advice. However, ask your vet for a syringe, a larger one, in which you can use to force feed. I was reading all the conversations so if I missed it, I am sorry for the duplication. The syringe will soak up the A/d when you get it and if not the baby food will soak up into it just fine, as well as the tune broth and kitten glop if you can make it. Our prayers are very much with you and your Bear right now.

No that food amount was per day, not per hour!

@ sashacat,
Thank you also for your advice and your concern. I do have a larger syringe, I can almost fill it with a whole bottle of baby food. I have to wait till tomarrow to get some AD food.

Originally Posted by hissy

No that food amount was per day, not per hour!

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I understood it as per day. 3 x 3oz = 9oz

I have one last question for tonight before I go. I know the main thing is to get food in him. As long as he is eating out of my hand, is that alright? It takes alittle longer, but I can pet and speak to him as I feed him. Or do I need to use a syringe to get it in faster?
This may sound like a dumb question, but if I knew the answer I wouldn´t have asked.

Originally Posted by jackdiver

I understood it as per day. 3 x 3oz = 9oz

I have one last question for tonight before I go. I know the main thing is to get food in him. As long as he is eating out of my hand, is that alright? It takes alittle longer, but I can pet and speak to him as I feed him. Or do I need to use a syringe to get it in faster?
This may sound like a dumb question, but if I knew the answer I wouldn´t have asked.

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That was an estimate just going on one brand of food's guidelines, it changes when using a high calorie, nutrient dose such as a/d. So...don't feel you have to go sleepless tonight trying to get 9 oz. in...do what you can - keep the amount that Hissy recommended in mind, imo feed every 3-4 hours. Yes, if sweet bear will eat by eating out of your hand, go for it

Thanks again Pat
I am going feed Bear some more, then its off to bed (almost midnight here).

I have a Vet appointment tomarrow. I will post an update about Bear and the visit to the Vet.

BEAR UPDATE:

Well the visit to the Vet brought some good news, Bears blood test turned out good. The liver and kindneys are working well. The Vet made a mixture of Meds. to help support the liver and kidneys, and filled it in a small spray bottle. Very easy to give, just open the mouth, and one squirt,finished.

Now the force feeding part. First off, Bear hates it! I prepared the baby food and nutri paste mixture last night. I slowly started to feed him alittle at a time. (I don´t remember who advised me to have pleany of towels handy, but thanks, we needed them ) I only had to prime the pump with one syringe full. As I went to reload, Bear looked at me, jumped off my lap and cleared the bowl This morning I only needed about half the syringe and Bear started eating. He didn´t eat it all, but in two hours we will do it again.

More good news. After feeding him this morning, he started purring and wanted to cuddle. So we cuddled about an hour, until we had to go to the Vets. Bear is even getting up and walking around some. I sure hope this means he´s on his way to recovery. I don´t want to lose track that Bear still has a way to go, but my wife and I are very happy right now.

one last thing. Did I say thank you to all the people who gave advise and kind words? I think I did, but, I´ll say it again. THANKS, everyone was and still is a great help at this hard time in our lives.

HALLELUJAH!!! Go Bear Go! I'm so relieved and I hope he continues to eat on his own. Thank you for giving me a smile before I drop off to sleep!

Wow, I can imagine no greater news at this moment! Thank you, Jack, for this remarkable update! What a wonderful kitty Daddy you are to give him such tender, loving care and helping him through this difficult time! Keep it up, you two, you're doing great! Yippee, Bear!

Just wanted to say thanks myself

Bear

It is so wonderful to read threads with good news! I hope Bear continues to make a full recovery. It certainly sounds like you intervened in time.

Thanks Jenny

The last feeding didn´t go as easy, it was syringe all the way. But compared to the last few days, its a gaint step.

You're doing a great job, Jack!

Go Bear! Thanks for the update, glad there to hear it re the good lab results

That's great news, Jack. You and your family are to be so commended on your patience and sensitivity to Bear!! Undoubtedly he knows he is so very loved and cared for and it's motivating him to solider on! We will continue to think of him and hope for everything good. Sending good vibes from the other side of the world to you~~~~

Quick Bear Update:

I just got home from work, and my wife was very excited. She went to feed Bear, he took one look at the syringe and RAN for the food bowl. Is it possible that he is so scared of that syringe, that it made him eat? I really don´t care what it is as long as he eats Siggi,(my wife) said she was petting Bear, he saw Sweety at the food bowl. He jumped down and smacked Sweety, making her leave HIS bowl. Then he continued to eat half of what was thier. My wife also said he wanted to play alittle, but is still to weak. But he is comming along. I can´t believe that rapid change. This just proves that God does answer prayers. I had a hard day at work so I´ll keep it short. I´m going to sit with Bear abit, then it´s off to bed.

I know I´ve said it with just about every message that I´ve posted, BUT, I am going to say it again. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU. You will never know how much all of your kind words and help has meant to me, my wife, and most of all Bear. God Bless You All.

I will keep you all posted about Bears progress, and I hope to upload pics very soon.