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Vibes for Peanut
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So I lied.
Not really, I just hadn't actually spoken to the vet yet at my last post. She's going to be on the w/D until the stone analysis comes back.
The c/D has apparently replaced the x/D since the last time I had to research food for stone-prone kitties, so it'll probably be the c/D after all is said and done. I'm just going to do what the dr. orders.
I need my best friend.
Not really, I just hadn't actually spoken to the vet yet at my last post. She's going to be on the w/D until the stone analysis comes back.
The c/D has apparently replaced the x/D since the last time I had to research food for stone-prone kitties, so it'll probably be the c/D after all is said and done. I'm just going to do what the dr. orders.
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w/d? What on earth for? That's for cats with diabetes or obesity.
yes, the c/d multicare is made to keep the urine properly balanced to prevent both struvite and oxalate crystals.
Hills does not make the x/d any more, but it was for oxalate, not struvite. the s/d is meant for short term use, to help dissolve struvite, and once the urine is clear, the cat is put on c/d for life.
With as serious as your girl's problem was, I would never feed her anything else, ever. She can be on the c/d right now, since it is for both issues.
Is she home now?
yes, the c/d multicare is made to keep the urine properly balanced to prevent both struvite and oxalate crystals.
Hills does not make the x/d any more, but it was for oxalate, not struvite. the s/d is meant for short term use, to help dissolve struvite, and once the urine is clear, the cat is put on c/d for life.
With as serious as your girl's problem was, I would never feed her anything else, ever. She can be on the c/d right now, since it is for both issues.
Is she home now?
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Hi otto!
It puzzled me slightly too because I honestly expected c/D or x/D before knowing they discontinued the x/D diet! I couldn't remember what the w/D was for off the top of my head. I plan on asking for more details tomorrow ... I was honestly wrapped up in being there with her. She is home, resting and recouping. Her BFF Moo insisted on a visit to kiss on her, so I supervised that then kicked Moo out to let Peanut rest. I assume it's a "stop-gap" until they know the make-up of the crystals and get a detailed urine culture back, because the vet did express she'll make a final decision on diet recommendations once she knows if they're struvite or calcium oxalate. She's not diabetic, or seriously over weight, but could stand to lose another pound. She's of a smaller build and weighed 13-ish lbs at her heaviest. She's at 11.something right now.
On the other hand, I was reading that the c/D successfully controls both types. Since she has had all possible stones removed and post-op x-ray to double check their work, I do wonder? But there is time to ask these questions, I'm blessed that my biggest worry right now is food!
Any insight that anyone might provide is truly appreciated!
BTW I truly thank everyone that has been following Peanut's crisis! It means alot!
aaand here is her coming home picture. I'm so lame. I just love her so much <3
It puzzled me slightly too because I honestly expected c/D or x/D before knowing they discontinued the x/D diet! I couldn't remember what the w/D was for off the top of my head. I plan on asking for more details tomorrow ... I was honestly wrapped up in being there with her. She is home, resting and recouping. Her BFF Moo insisted on a visit to kiss on her, so I supervised that then kicked Moo out to let Peanut rest. I assume it's a "stop-gap" until they know the make-up of the crystals and get a detailed urine culture back, because the vet did express she'll make a final decision on diet recommendations once she knows if they're struvite or calcium oxalate. She's not diabetic, or seriously over weight, but could stand to lose another pound. She's of a smaller build and weighed 13-ish lbs at her heaviest. She's at 11.something right now.
On the other hand, I was reading that the c/D successfully controls both types. Since she has had all possible stones removed and post-op x-ray to double check their work, I do wonder? But there is time to ask these questions, I'm blessed that my biggest worry right now is food!
Any insight that anyone might provide is truly appreciated!
BTW I truly thank everyone that has been following Peanut's crisis! It means alot!
aaand here is her coming home picture. I'm so lame. I just love her so much <3
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The vet herself wasn't in today to question the rX but the tech sent me home with c/D. The tech probably typed up the instructions, didn't want to admit a mistake and probably rushed off to fix it as soon as I left, lol.
