Probably more serious than what I thought...

I will I am really scared...

I'm so sorry he's having trouble again. Sweet Mittens is in my prayers I'm glad you're close to A&M - I've heard really good things about their specialists.

Keeping Mittens in my thoughts and prayers...I'm glad there is a specialist you can see, and hope he'll be "fixed" up soon for good!

Awww, poor Mittens. It really is lucky that you live close to a specialist. Mittens will be in my thoughts.

I do hope that the new vet can do all that is necessary. Keping you and Mittens in my thoughts.

Poor Mittens! Prayers the specialist will cure Mittens!

Well, this has turned into something way too much for me to handle. The cost of this at the very minimum is going to cost around $2k. I have no idea how to come up with the money. He doesn't have insurance. I am just lost now. I'll have to make some decision this weekend. Sorry...

Candie, I am sending lots of thoughts and prayers your way. We are always here for you.

Oh Candie, I'm so very sorry to read this. I was so happy he'd made it through his surgery and seemed to be on the mend. I don't know what to say, except that I'll be thinking of you and the hard, horrible decisions you'll have to make.

It is hard because I don't know what lengths I need to go through to get him better again. If I make the 4 hour commute atleast twice, pay a minimum of $2,000, take off from work and possibly school and STILL have issues later and have him in more pain...what am I suppose to do?! Dealing with this and everything else is just getting unbearable...

Candie, has your vet talked about amputating his penis? I know a couple of people whose male cats had to have that done, and there weren't any recurring problems with blockages.

Aw Candie.... Poor Mittens, poor you! It's a rotten situation, I wish I could do more than commiserate. Many thoughts and prayers on their way for you both.

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Candie, has your vet talked about amputating his penis? I know a couple of people whose male cats had to have that done, and there weren't any recurring problems with blockages.

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They did that in December. The problem now is the scar tissue that has formed because of the surgery.

I wish you and Mittens the best in whatever you decide!!

just checking in.
All the best Anne

Thanks guys...

Mittens has an appt. at the VCA animal hospital in Pasadena..an hour from home...on Thursday. The vet that I spoke to was soooo nice and I felt more comfortable with him than my own vet!! That's say ALOT! They actually do the scar tissue surgery there...for almost half of what A&M was going to charge. Don't know if this is 100% yet, but we'll know something on Thursday for sure! Keep those prayers and vibes coming. All the best for my little boy! If he does need the surgery, I have to weigh all options first before putting him through it again. Please know that I will base this decision on what I think is best for him and what the vet thinks too. I have done everything in my power to keep him alive and healthy as long as possible. Thanks

This is good upbeat news! I'll certainly be keeping my fingers crossed for Mittens' vet visit on Thursday and hope that everything looks favourable for him.

It always helps when you feel comfortable with the caregiver.

I will pray that sweet Mitten's new vet, will know of a relatively easy surgery, that will end his scaring problems forever.
I'll look for your update on Thursday Candie.

sending hugs and prayers!