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Prayers for my BooBoo and his family-

MrsLorraine — Mon, 27 Jan 2014 19:16:16 GMT

By now I think you all know his story: rough start in life, turned into a shelter as a 3 week old infant kitten, was in a different (and equally wonderful) shelter till he spotted my husband when we were taking a tour and reached his little paws through the cage and said, "You're my daddy! Take me home!" So of course we did, and that was nine years ago.

Fast forward: Boo has a weak constitution and is likely to catch any bug that comes along -- and let that be a reminded to all of us to keep our beloved companions in the house all the time and/or get them the vaccinations that their veterinarians advise.

Boo had some surgical work done on this teeth recently and he's not bouncing back quite as quickly as I had hoped. He was given a round of liquid antibiotics when were amazingly effective but it upset his stomach that he couldn't keep dry cat food down. I talk to his vet and the outcome of that was to give him as little dry food as possible and feed him wet cat food, and I think we all know the reasons--better nutrition, more meat and less carbs, less food allergies, etc.

That's what we've done and he hasn't pepped up. Her certainly hasn't turned into a lazy slug that just sleep and purrs all over the house and certain persons' laps. I guess what I' trying to say he isn't as energetic as he was and I'm a little worried.

But of course, he IS 9-1/2 years old an isn't just a romping, brimful of energy, chase-mom's-tail little ball of fur he used to be. But he's STILL my beloved Baby Boy, my BooBoo, and if anyone would include him and us his family in your prayer, good thoughts, positivity sent out to the universe, I would welcome them.

Thanks for listening; O really didn't mean for this to go on this long

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grandkidsrgreat — Mon, 27 Jan 2014 20:48:43 GMT

Will definitely add your BooBoo to my prayers (I also had a BuBu - his name was Abu). My kitties who have trouble with liquid antibiotic get the shot instead. I know there is a lot of controversy about that, but it's worked for us so far. Maybe offer small amounts of the canned food often. He's probably still recovering from the surgery and maybe once his nutrition is back to normal, he's perk up. So sad when our babies aren't feeling well and we don't know exactly how to help them. Good luck and bless you!

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Shop Till you Drop — Mon, 27 Jan 2014 21:26:36 GMT

Praying for your Precious Boo-Boo. I hope he turns the corner as quickly as possible and is back to his old self ((Hugs))

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okBlonde — Mon, 27 Jan 2014 21:45:54 GMT

I certainly will. BooBoo is a Maine Coon if I remember correctly? My Tiggi had 2 strokes in the recovery room after her last dental work which was 2 years ago next month. Although she needs another dental, never again, I can't take that chance. I also raised her from the age of 3 weeks....I think it's in their nature to slow down at this age, I can see a definite difference in the way she acts in the past year These Maine Coons can sure wrap their paws around your heart.

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57babe — Mon, 27 Jan 2014 21:59:34 GMT

I will definitely pray for your Boo Boo to get well soon.

You may already know all of these things -- but here are some suggestions and some things to keep in mind:

It can take months for cats to recuperate from any type of surgery. Just the effects of the anesthesia alone can take them months to recuperate from. It isn't uncommon for cats to take 6 months or more to fully recuperate from surgery, tooth extractions, cleanings.

It can also take months for a cat to recuperate from an illness or from a round of antibiotic that was prescribed for the illness.

He isn't that old comparatively speaking. In cat years, he is about 49 years old (from page 567, Comparative Age of Cats and Humans, Cat Owners Veterinary Handbook-- third edition.) Just letting you know that he is a middle aged cat, not a geriatric cat.

Talk to your vet about adding a vitamin and mineral supplement to his diet such as Nutri-Cal or Spectrin For CATS. Nutri-Cal is in gel form, easy to give a little on your finger and Spectrin is best given in a little syringe or dropper.

Antibiotics kill all good bacteria as well as the bad bacteria so a probiotic may be needed by your cat to help regenerate the good bacteria in your cats gut. FORTIFLORA is generally recommended by vets to add to cats canned food. It has the good bacteria your cat needs to regenerate the good bacteria to help his GI tract regain it's vitality.

Also, no sugar plain yogurt can help your cat regain good bacteria in his gut. I give my cats about 1/2 teaspoon in a little rubber tipped spatula.

My vet recommended L-Lysine, 250 mg. twice a day crushed and put into my cats food. Ask your vet about using L-Lysine to help strengthen his immune system.

It's always a good idea to run everything by your vet. That's what I do. Ask your vet about a vitamin & mineral supplement, a probiotic, yogurt and L-Lysine.

Hope this helps. All the best to you and your kitty Boo Boo. Take care.

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MrsLorraine — Mon, 27 Jan 2014 23:31:13 GMT

Thank all you ladies, so much and I especially appreciate your ideas.

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bluejay — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 01:18:58 GMT

Hope your BooBoo feels better very soon!

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Feline Fine — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 02:42:03 GMT

Consider it done.

With extra good vibes to the Boo Dude.

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GCR18 — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 05:08:49 GMT

I would give him his favorites to eat. My boy Rick is 16 and has a down day every once and a while. I give him lots of attention and his favorite foods. We'll pray booboo feels perkier tomorrow.

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devababy — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 05:22:40 GMT

I am praying for BooBoo and you also.

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beastielove — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 05:33:47 GMT

MrsLorraine...

Sending out tons of very special prayers to your beloved BooBoo and tons of very special hugs to the both of you.

((((((((((MRSLORRAINE & HER PRECIOUS BOOBOO))))))))))

Miss ""seeing"" you on the Pancake thread. It's still going strong!

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All of my children have paws =^..^=

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Silver Lining — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 02:07:57 GMT

I pray for all animals in general every day, but specifically say the names of those our friends request prayers for on Pet Lovers. (((you and BooBoo)))

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emmysmom — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 03:18:27 GMT

On 1/27/2014 57babe said:
I will definitely pray for your Boo Boo to get well soon.

You may already know all of these things -- but here are some suggestions and some things to keep in mind:

It can take months for cats to recuperate from any type of surgery. Just the effects of the anesthesia alone can take them months to recuperate from. It isn't uncommon for cats to take 6 months or more to fully recuperate from surgery, tooth extractions, cleanings.

It can also take months for a cat to recuperate from an illness or from a round of antibiotic that was prescribed for the illness.

He isn't that old comparatively speaking. In cat years, he is about 49 years old (from page 567, Comparative Age of Cats and Humans, Cat Owners Veterinary Handbook-- third edition.) Just letting you know that he is a middle aged cat, not a geriatric cat.

Talk to your vet about adding a vitamin and mineral supplement to his diet such as Nutri-Cal or Spectrin For CATS. Nutri-Cal is in gel form, easy to give a little on your finger and Spectrin is best given in a little syringe or dropper.

Antibiotics kill all good bacteria as well as the bad bacteria so a probiotic may be needed by your cat to help regenerate the good bacteria in your cats gut. FORTIFLORA is generally recommended by vets to add to cats canned food. It has the good bacteria your cat needs to regenerate the good bacteria to help his GI tract regain it's vitality.

Also, no sugar plain yogurt can help your cat regain good bacteria in his gut. I give my cats about 1/2 teaspoon in a little rubber tipped spatula.

My vet recommended L-Lysine, 250 mg. twice a day crushed and put into my cats food. Ask your vet about using L-Lysine to help strengthen his immune system.

It's always a good idea to run everything by your vet. That's what I do. Ask your vet about a vitamin & mineral supplement, a probiotic, yogurt and L-Lysine.

Hope this helps. All the best to you and your kitty Boo Boo. Take care.

Wonderful advice! My son swears by the foriflora..I also give Emmy plain yogurt..I take 2000 mg of Lysine daily..its builds the immune system and prevents herpes. I didn't know I could give it to Emmy! You're such a good mommy to your babies! Will pray for Boo Boo!

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JLLH358 — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 21:38:03 GMT

Please keep us posted. I will surely pray for your furbaby! In the meantime, you may want to get a full chem panel done at the vet's to be sure you aren't missing something hidden and the values are where they should be....

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MrsLorraine — Thu, 30 Jan 2014 17:19:15 GMT

Good news! Boo is back to his old, funny and sweet self. He's eating well and seems to feel a lot better. I don't know if I mentioned it, that Boo did see the vet on (I think) Monday. She had planned to give him an injection of an antibiotic that's effective for two weeks. However, she decided not to, since he's doing well and always reacts strongly to shots. He's getting only wet food; he misses his dry snacks, but he's getting used to canned food only.

Thank you all so much for your affectionate concern about my baby boy!

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pistolino — Thu, 30 Jan 2014 21:44:11 GMT

MrsLorraine, I'm so glad there's good news on your baby!

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grandkidsrgreat — Fri, 31 Jan 2014 05:46:50 GMT

I absolutely love good news. Thank you for sharing!

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QsZoo — Sat, 01 Feb 2014 05:41:43 GMT

Hooray!! Great news