Re: That Schmoo, he is one tough kitty fighter -- ... - Page 683

CamilleP · ‎03-09-2010

@Sammycat1 As the owner of two purebred dogs, let me roundly condemn that idiot in the vet's office! What a horrible person, there is NO excuse for such rudeness, not to mention such a bass-ackward attitude! A furkid is a furkid, no matter what else! There is a poem I heard years ago that applies to our furry loves just like it does to human kids who are adopted.

"Not flesh of my flesh or bone of my bone, but still, miraculously, my own. Never forget for a single minute, you didn't grow under my heart, but in it!"

Sammycat1 · ‎03-09-2010

@CamilleP We've had purebred dogs too, collies, a miniature poodle. It never occurred to me that any dog or cat was better than any other, just another creature to be loved. I know those here on the forum are not in the "snob" camp at all. But it hurts every time it happens--either a purebred snobbery or snobbery against cats. I'm done with it.

Reconnaissant · ‎11-09-2017

@Sammycat1

When we were at the vet office, a person who overheard our vet's report to us, said, "You did all of that....for a cat? She's not even a particular breed." She coddled her some-sort-of-breed dog while she spewed at us.

In regards to the above.

Please let Frankie know that being a purebred isn’t squat when you’re uniquely furbulous and one of a kind magnificent miracle.

Tissyanne · ‎12-07-2012

@Sammycat1 ,

I am glad to read your report tonight. It sounds like things are as good as can be expected at your home. Prayers for your health, my friend. You are going to be just fine. This I know.

Frankie ladybug,

You are a particular all right. A particularly

Pretty. Well loved by many kind of kitty. Not to forget your sweet, sweet figure.

Annabellethecat66 · ‎03-12-2010

So my cat Bill has that same smudge in his nose and my daughter asked me if it was food or his markings.

I said it is his markings and his lips are also black.

Bill is back on Amocicillan because he’s been snarfing which means his pancreas is inflamed.

If I don’t run over and grab his sister’s Sheba she leaves he will lick the paper dish clean. He eats special prescribed cat food.

NickNack · ‎03-10-2010

@Sammycat1 The person who made that comment to you was ignorant. I've loved every one of my cats and dogs equally. I've had lots of people make comments to me that sound like my dog is more special than my cat, Henry. I always tell them that isn't true at all. Henry is very special, and I love them equally.

I've had people say "it just isn't the same" meaning a cat and a dog's love. I don't understand these comments. Henry is so affectionate and loving. All of my cats have been.

All of us here understand your love and care for Frankie.

The Bluebird Carries The Sky On His Back"
-Henry David Thoreau

grandkidsrgreat · ‎11-11-2010

What a rude horrible person to say that to you about your precious girl. I had my Henri (ferret) at the vet's shortly before we lost her. There was a man in the waiting room that told me it was stupid to treat a ferret and that they aren't even legal where he's from (hell I assume). I loved my girl Henri (we didn't know she was a girl when we named her - a stray who adopted us - as many of my most beloved pets have been). Ignore rude awful comments - I can't believe the cruelness of some people. I'm sorry you're having trouble with your eye but glad they are watching it closely and I will keep you in my prayers (along with your girl and your DH). I asked Dr. Google a couple years ago what was wrong with my eye and he told me detached retina. I made an appointment quickly and it was actually ocular migraines. I've had a few since then but not as scary knowing what they are. Take good care of each other Sammycat. We love you!

Sammycat1 · ‎03-09-2010

Tuesday report: Here in Schmooville we're getting ready for the big nor'easter headed our way...a nice projected dump of snow of a foot to a foot and a half.

@newtoallthis How is Duke? We are still praying for your boy.

@Annabellethecat66 I hope Bill's pancreas settles down. Frankie hasn't had an episode since late summer but we know one can come on when it feels like it.

@TissyanneFrankie appreciates your comments on her stylish "figure." She's got a bit of a jelly belly, but she wears it well.

@grandkidsrgreat That's terrible about your Henri. You loved her and that's all that matters; people can be heartless. You are nothing but heart!

@Reconnaissant Greetings to the Schmoo thread and thank you for your kind comments. I hope you'll continue to join us.

@NickNack You understand us well.

@grandkidsrgreat @Reconnaissant @Tissyanne @NickNack and all those who posted comments and hearts: thank you about the rude comment of the other pet owner at Frankie's vet. Your posts of "pet defiance" in support of the Frankster and all the pets we cherish brought tears to my eyes.

We would never put Frankie through treatment that didn't have a good chance at reversing a health problem or improving her quality of life; our vet wouldn't even permit it. We owe our special friends this. But also in the convenant we make with them is that we'll love and care for them within our capacity to do so, as long as they are members of our family. And even with my eyeball situation, I can still take care of our beloved Frankie.

I'll never understand people who do not understand this fundamental concept, that we treasure "all creatures great and small:"

Frankie cat tree 3.JPG

AnikaBrodie · ‎03-10-2010

@Sammycat1 wrote:
... Thursday night I began to have serious lightning bolt flashes in my right eye and had to go to the ER. The ophthalmologist on call said my retina's beginning to detach and, oh, by the way, I have a macular issue in the eye with no symptoms. I'm not bleeding in the eye but the flashes are coming and going. He said if it's going to blow, it will do it by Christmas. Emergency surgery an hour away at an academic medical center.

If it calms down a bit, surgery here after the first of the year with an area retina specialist. I did not know until Thursday that you have 4 hours from the time you see symptoms of bleeding in the eye until you lose your vision, so it's a drop-everything emergency. The other eye with the macula thing isn't emergent, but it will need laser surgery if I can't "reduce stress," the primary cause...

@Sammycat1
I read your recent post regarding a possible retina detachment and wanted to give you my husband's experience with his diagnosis and surgery. He had retina detachment surgery at Holy Spirit Hospital in Camp Hill in 2015. He presented with symptoms during the night at which time he saw a variety of bright colors and flashes. He woke me and asked if I had replaced light bulbs with colored bulbs and why. I had not. That was the first clue something was amiss.

Early Friday morning we called our ophthalmologist and got an emergency appointment with a doctor on staff. Later we drove to Camp Hill (2 hours away) and met with a specialist there who confirmed the diagnosis and scheduled surgery for the following Monday morning. During surgery his surgeon injected a gas bubble into the vitreous eye cavity and he was able to return home that evening. Recovery included "head gear" (what a contraption that was) which he had to use 24/7 to maintain his head in a downward position for seven days. This was to ensure the gas bubble remained in place. He was told not to plan any airplane travel during recovery.

Recovery lasted about four weeks with back and forth trips to Camp Hill to see his surgeon. Follow-up exams were done every couple of months. He was discharged at the end of a year and surgery and recovery was deemed successful.

So, this is a brief synopsis of his experience. If we can be of assistance or answer questions for you, please feel free to contact me. His surgery was 5 years ago so a lot may have changed in detached retina protocols during that time. I wish you well in any surgical procedure you may have to go through in the future.

Hugs and love to Frankie and all of you as she continues to heal. I read your comment about the nosy woman at the vet's office. My comment on her stupidity would burn up the page. Just know "stupid is stupid" and you can't correct that nor her vile attitude.