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Nobel went for his geriatric exam today and they found he likely has HTC. 8 months ago was his last exam, with no murmur heard, but periodically over his life it has been noted on his file. They said a level 4 heart murmur.
He also has more dental. His arthritis is bad and she suggested the new medication everyone has been trying but they had none left. Metacam is also hard on the body over time.
We've made the sad decision to schedule a final appointment next month. We will call at the end of January, when February appointments begin. We took a quality of life check with the vet and she agreed it was time to begin discussion for him.
We really worry about the younger boys. Calcifer especially was upset about Nobel leaving the home today. He tried to break him out of the carrier and grabbed my leg to stop me from leaving.
Has anyone's vets suggested anything in particular for remaining cat family members? I want to be prepared to bring it up if needed. The younger boys will do their wellness exam and vaccines in March.
Photo of holiday treats with the boys.
Nobel went for his geriatric exam today and they found he likely has HTC. 8 months ago was his last exam, with no murmur heard, but periodically over his life it has been noted on his file. They said a level 4 heart murmur.
He also has more dental. His arthritis is bad and she suggested the new medication everyone has been trying but they had none left. Metacam is also hard on the body over time.
We've made the sad decision to schedule a final appointment next month. We will call at the end of January, when February appointments begin. We took a quality of life check with the vet and she agreed it was time to begin discussion for him.
We really worry about the younger boys. Calcifer especially was upset about Nobel leaving the home today. He tried to break him out of the carrier and grabbed my leg to stop me from leaving.
Has anyone's vets suggested anything in particular for remaining cat family members? I want to be prepared to bring it up if needed. The younger boys will do their wellness exam and vaccines in March.
Photo of holiday treats with the boys.