Sierra's internal medicine specialist appt.

[marlearn]

Hi Stephanie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Sierra. I hope everything works out well for both of you. My heart is with you both.
Maria

 

[pinkdaisy226]

Originally Posted by rosiemac

Could it be cooler in the sink for her?!.

That's a good point - when Max was stuck in the bathroom when we first got him, he used to sleep in the bathtub because it was cooler then!

Anyway, you and Sierra will be in my thoughts until I hear the news... I hope Sierra doesn't get too stressed and feels calm since you're with her! I also hope there's nothing the matter with her... please continue to update us on how she's doing.

 

[marge]

Sending good vibes.

YOu know ask Hissy about the sink thing, that might just be a cat thing. I mean you are correct to be concerned, but mine doesn't weird things like that just cause he is curious etc.

 

[dawnofsierra]

Thank you soooo much, Ashley, Susan, Sandra, E,S&S, Maria, Ariana, Marge!

You guys are the greatest! Wow, if I could only express how very much your support means to us!

Yes, about the sink, MA has explained that cats frequently retreat to a sink when they are upset or feverish because it feels cool and comforting. Either way, it is a change in behavior, and this, naturally, causes me concern. Thank you guys for your wonderful suggestions and advice, and all the more for being here for us!

 

[sharky]

Sierra
Sweety get well soon

 

[pat]

Stephanie,
I will be thinking of you both tomorrow, and wishing for a smooth trip, and good lab results. I still think Sierra is wanting the comfort of a snuggle space - like being back in the womb, and think a snuggle type bed might help (you could locate the bed near your computer

)

 

[captiva]

Steph,

I had no idea you were having trouble this week. And she's still sitting in the sink? I will be watching for your post tomorrow.

 

[chester&piper]

Stephanie, you and Sweet Sierra will be in my thoughts.

Lots of vibes heading your way from me and my gang!

 

[lisalee]

Stephanie, I'm sorry to hear Sierra has been having some down days. I sure hope she feels better soon. As for the howling, Sash does this too, actually for the past year or so he sometimes will howl loudly at night sometimes when he comes out of the bathroom. I thought he's perhaps becoming a bit senile??

I don't know, but his bloodwork was ok in Sept. I just took it as he's now a little bit older. I'm not sure though, he does do it occasionally. I certainly understand how worried you must be in going tomorrow, I know that awful feeling I sometimes think I'm gonna give myself an ulcer. Sierra with certainly be in my thoughts and prayers. I hope everything goes well for you both.

 

[dawnofsierra]

Sierra says thank you so much, Sharky!

Yes, this is very likely the case, Pat. Will you please let me know if there a particular bed you would recommend? I would really appreciate your opinion of the best item. I'll order it right now!

It's not that Sierra is having a particularly bed week, Chris. It's just that she has had several episodes like this in the past couple of weeks, so I feel it's best to go ahead and get her in. Thank you for caring about us so much!

Thank you so much, LInda, to you and your babies for keeping my baby girl in your thoughts!

Lisa, I know you really understand. I wouldn't think your precious boy would be getting senile, we just can't have that! It may be a good idea, though, if you are concerned about his new behavior, for Sash to have another exam where you could check his labs again. It couldn't hurt, right, and many people take their kitties in more frequenty once they reach a certain age. Thank you, again, for for your understanding, prayers, and support!

 

[snowleop]

Stephanie,

I think you are doing absolutely the right thing by taking Sierra to the vet specialist tomorrow. The changes in behavior would worry me, too. When you have a cat with special health circumstances, you have to be attuned to these things. Cats are so subtle sometimes (well, at least, "subtle" to humans) in how they communicate their problems to us.

I know that taking Penelope to the vet specialist who is 15 minutes away is torturous for both of us, so I can imagine how stressful a three hour trip must be. I also know, like me, you will probably have to drive with one hand most of the trip. Penelope will not stop crying unless I put a hand in the carrier to pet her. It's funny because even when I take my hand out for a couple of seconds she starts crying again.

Anyway, I am very worried about you and all the stress you are undergoing lately. I know tomorrow is going to be a very difficult day for you so I'm sending many many prayers your way.

P.S. Penelope and Molly wanted to tell Sierra that she shouldn't be scared because her mommy will be with her every step of the way.

 

[dawnofsierra]

You're just so very kind, Colleen! I know you've certainly been there, and you have taken such wonderful care of Penelope when she was so ill, and continue to be such a great Mommy to your girls!
You're absolutely right, I end up driving almost the entire trip with one hand on the wheel and the other in Sierra's kennel! It's the only way she will relax at all.
Thank you so much for your friendship and prayers, Colleen, and for caring so much about all that's going on right now. Sierra sure does appreciate your excelent advice Penelope and Molly! She sends a big Thank You!

 

[turtlecat]

Stephanie, I think.. When I have migraines, i do lay down with an Ice Pack.. the cold naturally lowers your blood pressure, so perhaps she's regulating herself by laying in it? It definately is concerning- Good luck tomorrow, I'll wave at you from Fuquay ^.^

 

[dawnofsierra]

Wow, Denise, that's quite a revelation!

Thank you so much for telling me about that!
Won't that be neat, we'll be so close by to eachother tomorrow!

 

[stormy]

Stephamie,
I'm ashamed to say I haven't checked this thread in awhile.
I'm sorry to hear your sweet little girl's not been feeling well lately. I think you're doing the right thing taking her in..changes in behavior are always a cause for concern.
Sending good vibes to the both of you,

I can't imagine my cats having to go on such a long ride to the vet. Our vet is only 5 minutes away (less if traffic is good) and they get very overwhelmed in that short time.
Give Sierra a

for me.

 

[dawnofsierra]

Thank you so much, Diane! Your support is so very special to us!

We're on our way out in just a bit, will let you guys know when we get home!

 

[jcat]

Any news? I hope she's okay, and am keeping my fingers crossed.

 

[rosiemac]

For a minute i thought they were back when i saw your post

Hope Sierras not too stressed

 

[KittenKrazy]

Dang! I was hoping the same thing Susan! I've been pacing the floor all day worrying about both of them!

 

[snowleop]

I was hoping she'd be home now, too.