Qbert has CHF

[geojlc]

Well, after a fairly good weekend with Qbert, he had a pretty hard nosedive yesterday.  It feels like his body is starting to wind down.  Instead of making him wait until all the good moments are gone, we made an appointment for tomorrow (Wed) to let him go.  The decision hurts like crazy, but it also feels like the right decision.  I'm pretty sure we are going to have the whole vet's office coming in to say goodbye before we let him go.  :-)  

Today I'm going through and printing pictures to make a photo book to remind me of all the good times we've had.  I'm also giving him as many snuggles as he'll let me.  I'm grateful for all the goofy and precious moments and the months of joy he brought before all the craziness.

 

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[kmd]

So sorry Geojlc... Read Gareth's "When The Moment Comes" on the Rainbow Bridge page when you can...

 

[tigeruk]

I am so sorry to read this Geojlc, it must be one of the hardest decisions to make and one that I myself am dreading when the time comes. However, I do believe it is the kindest decision for Qbert and any kitty that is too ill enjoy life. My thoughts are with you.

Mister (as we are calling him) is doing ok'ish we have had to call the specialist this morning as his breathing is nearing 60 again and there deep breaths. However - like I said previously he seems ok in himself, he still has a huge appetite and he still likes playing with is catnip fish and rolling around. Being a stray and in a household with 3 other cats (all rescue cats) he is still a little on edge and any loud noises such as the front door opening and someone walking up the stairs he runs under the sofa in the study (his room for now) but seems quite comfortable under there. I can bribe him out with food quite easily but tend to let him stay under there to get some peace and quiet.

 

[Columbine]

Oh, no. I'm so, so sorry to hear about Qbert geojlc . There are no words. You have given him the best life and the best care possible, and are giving him that final precious gift of a peaceful end. My thoughts are with you both :grphug: :grphug2: :heart3:

 

[geojlc]

Thanks.  I don't want to let Qbert go but I love him too much to make him stay.  I made a memory book to remember all the good times.  It's online at http://www.geocornish.org/concrete5/photo-album/family/cats/qbert/ if you want to see it.

I don't know if it's helpful, but our vet told us that 56-60 was kind of a be aware rate of breathing.  That was his standard, meds weren't controlling the fluid rate of breathing.  80-100 per minute but not looking in distress (open mouth panting or restless & unable to settle) was a high alert. If it stayed at that level for an extended period without going down, then consider going into the vet or ER for O2 evaluation.  Above 100 without dropping for more than say 20 minutes or distressed breathing was an indication that it was time for ER care.  Since every cat & progression is different, you'll probably want to go over those numbers or come up with your own alert system with your vet/specialist.

Peace and quiet places are good as long as you can get them out for food & meds.  Keeping calm is good.

 

[betsygee]

The TCS Team offers our condolences about Qbert's passing.  We will lock this thread now as a sign of respect, and we invite you to post a tribute to your sweet kitty in our Crossing the Bridge thread:  http://www.thecatsite.com/f/19/crossing-the-bridge