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I'm so sorry for your loss. There's a part of me that doesn't even want to know if a tumour is there, I'm not sure that knowing will give me peace, but I'm still not entirely sure. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
For appetite issues, have you tried mirataz or fortiflora? The first one is a topical prescription appetite stimulation and the other you can get from Amazon, Petsmart, chewy, etc and is technically a powdered probiotic but cats seem to LOVE the flavor so it doubles as a food enticer.
It’s so incredibly frustrating. Honestly, I suspected cancer the entire time given the blood was random vs constant but since his passing I’ve seen so many stories like ours — even cats who are on the correct antibiotics can’t shake the infection.
I really hope you and your kitty find some answers. When it presents as something treatable you’re stuck in a difficult spot of continuing to spend money on diagnostics and treatments vs a bit more palliative/hospice care. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I tried Forti Flora and he initially liked it, but within 24 hours he was turning his nose up at it. Anytime he's been on the antibiotics within the last few weeks (aside from when he had a Convenia injection), he was getting Cerenia and mirtazapine orally. It did help a bit, but his appetite was still not great and he's lost weight. Now that he's not on antibiotics, he's back to eating well. Despite having CKD, I haven't had too many issues with his appetite, aside from when he's on antibiotics. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I hate that so much. It’s honestly maddening when it appears on the surface like such an easy fix (antibiotics). We did subQ fluids along with a prescription diet and still lost him.
I’m so sorry we both know this pain 🤍 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Oh well that’s such a relief!! Makes it hard to want to continue to experiment with antibiotics of course. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I think we all struggle with what to do because we love them so much. For me, it depends if something can be done with the information. My other can was younger (15/16) and developed cancer and there was a treatment that was viable so pursued it. Eventually made the call for him when it became clear it was time to surrender (he stopped eating). I hope fighting the disease was the right choice. In hope but I’ll never know for sure.
With my girl who was at an advanced age, if there was viable treatment I would have kept with the support regimen for her. However, that was not the case objectively. Yes I would have loved another year, month, day with her.
But based on the medical information and how she behaved at home, I recognized making arrangements was one last thing I could do for her. Do I know for sure it was the best decision? No… I’ll never know that but I know I made the choice with her in mind.
Appetite (she loved to eat), mobility, strength for activity/engagement, signs of pain. Those were what I kept in mind when making the most impossible decision.
Know you are not alone though you have to face it as such ultimately as caretaker. Try to be present with your cat if possible… | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
We even tried a round of Doxycycline because the vet said she's never heard of a cat having lack of appetite from it, my boy must be an anomaly because within a few doses, he became lethargic and lost his appetite. He had it last year for another issue and he did great on it. He also used to do well on Clavaseptin. I guess old age is making him more sensitive to medication. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I had asked the doctor if we found a tumour if chemo or surgery were an option and they said it wasn't. Surgery would probably not even be fair to him at his age anyway. I guess I will just have to wait for the results of the culture and see if there is anything we can do to treat the infection and go from there. He's still acting pretty normal for the moment. I guess I will just have to go day by day and evaluate his quality of life. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I’m so sorry. I would try to wait a few days for the antibiotics to work especially since he’s eating, but I know it’s tough to see your boy in that state. The problem we had is Clint stopped urinating while on antibiotics for like 3 weeks and on daily SubQ’s. Have you guys been able to culture and sensitivity test the urine sample?
You could chat with your vet about pulse dosing. If Clint had made it through that second crash that was our plan moving forward. At 17 I wasn’t overly concerned about antibiotic resistance if it kept him with us longer and the infection away. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-02-08 |
It is very upsetting. I don’t know how to process the grief, as in my situation, I followed incorrect vet advice that led to his death. I wish I had known to continue with antibiotics and disregard the vet advice but he was (likely) incorrectly diagnosed with cancer which became the focus of my concern. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-02-08 |
I have a 14 year old cat who MAY make it to the AIM injection release in my country (est. For 2025) while I am not totally sure she will be a great candidate for it. She has chronic pain from arthritis and major dental issues that might make the next 15 years of her life very challenging. I will had a frank discussion with my vet on whether or not it's a good idea for her.
In the mean time I am wondering if any one knows if this injection is a one and done thing once a year a month etc.
I will also talk to my vet about this but In the mean time my curiosity is getting the better of me | r/renalcats | post | r/RenalCats | 2024-31-07 |
IIRC, it’s an annual or biannual shot. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Oh thanks! I thought it was called AIM for some reason
. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Well you’re not wrong, AIM is short for apoptosis inhibitor of macrophage. The research that Miyazaki is working on involves modulating the AIM pathway in cats to allow for cells in kidneys to regain their ability to repair themselves. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Thank you, this is very helpful. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I haven't been able to find any more recent information about this. I was beginning to think it may not be happening, after all. Are there any new research or articles published that anyone cares to pass along? | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Same but at least in my country (Canada) they are.doing their own tests for approval and the earliest estimate for medical use is early 2025... But these things often get delayed. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Do you know if there are any clinical trials going on in the US? I haven't been able to find any recent updates that trials are actually occurring outside of references to Yahoo news. Not that I think Cold and Marmalade would intentionally deceive me! But sources would be nice. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
As far as I know there is. But I haven't found anything on the subject either. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Hi everyone, just looking for any thoughts or advice you guys have as I know we’re all in a similar boat here. I’m sorry if this is long. I know we get a lot of posts asking about these things so thank you for taking the time. Mikko (3) is CKD stage 4 and has been for just under 2 months. he’s on 100 mL subQ daily, zofran, cerenia, mirtazapine, varenzin, all that jazz. I know the end is near. Today he went to the vet for eating his litter, hiding, and vocalizing a lot and his creatinine has gone from 5.6 to 12 in only a week. He was doing so well but now I’m devastated. He also has heart disease and a murmur. The vet has given the options of 3-4 days of hospitalization and IVF plus cardiology monitoring or considering saying goodbye. I’m just in agony over the decision. I want to do everything I can for him and I feel like I have to try everything. But he would be so stressed away from home and I’d be a wreck just like we were the last 2 times he crashed and needed IVF. The last thing I want is for him to suffer. He has been eating ok but has not eaten at all today. He hasn’t been himself the last 2 days, which prompted this visit. He doesn’t play much anymore, and he hasn’t been napping in his favorite spots, just crouching and hiding. I just feel terrible about this. I think in my heart I know the right decision is to give him peace and let him go but I’m struggling with feeling like I’m giving up. | r/renalcats | post | r/RenalCats | 2024-31-07 |
I think it’s time to say goodbye to him. 😢😢 I can’t imagine how he’s feeling, he may be feeling not well. It’s the best gift you can give. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-31-07 |
It is not giving up. He is telling you it’s time. I have always regretted waiting too long with my first cat and have since listened to them when they’re telling me it’s time to go. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
What I've learned since my girl was diagnosed 2 months ago is kidney disease generally has a bunch of other things you have to try and navigate. My girl is probably stage 3 at this point but after she was diagnosed she declined so badly for a month and a half. Hiding, not eating, nothing helped. We had an appointment scheduled to say goodbye then all of a sudden she came for love, ate, and enjoyed the sun in the window. Now I consider us on hospice mode. We canceled our appointment and are riding the wave until it stops. We are not putting her back on the appetite stimulant. It was causing horrible side effects. Plus I think she has started going in heart failure to be honest with how congested she sounds now since she lost so much weight so quickly.
When she stops eating again, only hides we will say goodbye. Until then she gets just fluids, nausea meds, fortiflora, and her thyroid medicine. Everything else is done. What's the point of all of it if it just keeps them alive just to be uncomfortable and hide. Or worse, in pain and scared. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Agreed, and I’m so sorry your kitty is sick too. Thank you for sharing your experience | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
You’re right, and that’s my biggest fear, waiting too long. I’ve decided to give him peace. Thank you for responding | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
You’re right, definitely. After much thought I’ve realized he’s telling me he’s ready. Thank you for responding | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
They hide their pain. It's devastating. It is better too soon than too late. Being able to say goodbye, spend their last moments with them, and letting them die painlessly and peacefully is the most loving thing you can do for them. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
You’re absolutely right, thank you | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
While I’m not really able or ready to talk about the loss of my baby, I would love to be able to give renal supplies away to someone who could use them.
No expense was spared for my guy; I have about 35 pouches of Porus one, cbd oil, omega 3 oil, epakitin (a little left), kidney gold, several royal canin renal diet stews, omeprazole, cerenia, mirtazapine (pills and ointment), and half a ringer bag and 18 and 21 gauge needles. I also have high calorie paste.
Send me a message if you need. | r/renalcats | post | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
About a week and a half ago I posted asking for advice as my cat was looking sicker and sicker. On Saturday he stopped eating. And I hadn’t seen him use the litter box at all since before then either.
I took him to the vet today and she agreed that it was time to let him go. He was suffering too much. When I made my last post I think I was in the peak of my denial, but I’ve known for the past month that he wasn’t doing well. I’ve been so anxious at night thinking about what if I find him dead in the morning.
I know I did the right thing. I’ve been looking at old pictures and videos of him and it’s so obvious to see now that he was really sick and not as happy as he used to be. I love him so much and I am going to miss him forever. The only person who has been in my life longer than him is my mom. I can’t even remember what it was like before I had him. But I know he’s not suffering anymore and that’s what’s most important. I just love him and miss him so much. | r/renalcats | post | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Such a beautiful boy, sorry for your loss ❤ | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I'm so sorry for your loss. May the memories of your dear cat comfort you always. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Sorry for your loss❤️❤️❤️ | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
So sorry for your loss. Since we see our animals everyday, it can be difficult to see how dramatically their health has declined over a longer time. You did the kindest thing for him. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Sorry 😢 🐾🐾🌈🐈⬛ | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I’m so sorry for your loss 💔 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
It's hard but you made the best decision, remind yourself that he was always there when you needed him the most, and at the end you were able to make the right call when he needed you the most. Time heals all wounds, always cherish the memories and be thankful for the amazing years you had together with remembrance and joy. Always look back at those pictures and videos with Love ! 💚 🌈 speaking from experience, and when you're ready maybe adopt yourself a little kitten who needs rescue at a good shelter and part of the void will slowly fill back up ! 💚 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I am so sorry for your loss 💔 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
❤️💗 sending you love during this difficult time. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
So very sorry. I know that doesn’t help how you feel. You did the most humane thing. What a beautiful little kitty. ❤️🩹 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
It’s wonderful you had this shared joy with him for so many years | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Goodbye sweetheart, what a beauty. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I'm so sorry for your loss. He was obviously so loved & it's a great gift you gave him; being able to painlessly leave the body that couldn't hold his big bright spirit anymore. You did right by him & he can rest now.
Take good care of yourself. Make sure you're drinking (esp if you've been crying a lot) & eating. Grief is so hard on us left behind, but he's ok now ❤️ | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
🙏💞 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I’m sorry for your loss. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I’m so sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead 🙏 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
When our loved ones pass on, a piece of us goes with them. And a piece of them is left with us over here. Love is an exchange. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I’m so sorry for your loss. You absolutely did the right thing for your boy. You shared a happy loving life with him, and you were with him until the end. He knew he was loved. Take as long as you need to grieve. Look at his pictures, treasure the memories of him. Love never dies. Wherever it is we go from here I believe/hope that we are reunited with those we have lost. Hugs to you. 🌈 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I’m so sorry for your loss. Rest easy little man 😞❤️ | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I’m so very sorry. I’m struggling right now bc we’re taking our cat today to be put down. The vet said it’s appropriate bc his kidneys have gotten worse (had blood work done last week) and now he’s got things starting with his heart. Hes arthritic, his thyroid was high now it’s low. We’re going out of town Saturday and I’m afraid to leave him and it adds stress to him.
Hes still eating a little so I feel like maybe I’m jumping the gun but the vet said I’m not I just feel so guilty. It’s like yeah I can wait til he’s not eating at all and not moving and just laying there dying basically but is that right to do that or let him go now before he gets to a worse point.
The struggle is real and I’m so sorry you lost your friend. You gave him peace. Over to the rainbow bridge 🌈 my kitty will be there soon with him | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I'm so sorry for your loss 💙 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
We have to be their voice , my casper was with us 21 years, we just had him put to sleep June 20th.
It was the hardest thing to go through it and knew we would have to eventually but we too were selfish to our needs and just couldn’t let go. You did the right thing, hang in there and remember his memories ❤️ | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
My condolences 😿😿🙏🙏 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Sorry for your loss 💔 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I’m so very sorry 😢 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
So sorry for your loss, he looks like the sweetest boy. Sending hugs ❤️🩹 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
🙏🏻 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I’m sorry. I helped my queen pass yesterday. The pain in devastating but you helped him when he needed you the most. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I'm so sorry for your loss my Fiona yin stage 2 & has been for about 2 years now.... I take her to vet every Monday for fluids and appetite stimulation meds... The best 21 years of my life is with her by my side, so I understand exactly what you are feeling...... I'm so sorry once again......RIP sweet boy...... | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
A Lion as Winter fell. A beautiful happy boy, who had a happy life with you for all those years, sadly, his inexorable winter drew closer and his final sleep came. Enjoy all his memories, revisit his memorable times via photographs, remember him forever and he will be with you forever. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
It is so hard to let them go but you have wonderful memories and photos. We have a wall dedicated to our cats and dogs who have shared our lives over the years. It brings comfort to us. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I’m sorry for your loss. You gave him a beautiful life ❤️ | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
~hugs~ | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
The hardest decision any pet owner has to make. Only those of us who have had to make that decision can ever know just how much it hurts. But it’s also a privilege to be able to do so. Until you meet again… they’ll be waiting. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Unfortunately, a lot of us have been there and understand the pain you’re going through right now. You made the right choice and I’m so sorry for your loss. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
So deeply sorry for your loss. He is beautiful | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
So sorry for your loss 😞😢 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I understand and you did the right thing, as you know. What a beautiful cat!! What a face! My condolences. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
My heart breaks for you. I wish I didn't know exactly how you feel, but unfortunately I do. I'm just holding with my faith that someday we will see all our pets again. My prayers go out to you🙏🏻🙏🏻 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
He was beautiful. I’m sorry for your loss. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Awe what a soulful charmer , I’m terribly sorry for your loss💔you showed him how much you loved him in the end🌈 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
So very sorry. It hurts but you gave your baby a good life I am sure | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
so very sorry for the loss, such a long time with more love than can be calculated. may the fond memories carry you through this time. 16 years was a good run and it NEVER ever seems long enough. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I’m so sorry. I hope he is resting and pain free at the rainbow bridge 🌈🐾🙏until you meet again | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
It’s the hardest decision we can make as pet carers but it is based entirely in a place of love. Thank you for sharing his story. Take it slow fren, you will be ok. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I am sorry, my friend | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Sorry for your loss | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-02-08 |
Sometimes the kindest and most loving thing we can do for our pets is to end their suffering. We don't want to let them go for our own sake, but for theirs, we have to. I know all too well the pain you are feeling, but I hope it brings some comfort to know that you put his needs above your own, and selflessly ended your baby's pain. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-02-08 |
Homie looks he mean business out there in the world. He has probably destroy many ecosystems in his paw days. RIP little G. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-02-08 |
So sorry for your loss. Lost my boy of 10 years this February to CKD too. He declined quick I miss him so much. I hope yours sends you signs like mine has 🪽 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-02-08 |
☹️ | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-02-08 |
Lost my baby late june from FeLV. She was only a year and a half old. It hurts to let them go but you do what you know is best for them. He looks like a very sweet boy | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-02-08 |
Sorry for the loss of your kitty. It's really hard losing our pets. I know what your going through. Thoughts are with you. Take care. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-03-08 |
Did your kitty have stage 2 kidney disease? | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-03-08 |
💔 your heart b e c er forgets. I cry with you. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-03-08 |
Yes she has been @ stage two for about the last year now .. the fluids & appetite stimulation pills the we just had her blood work done last week and her levels did not decrease they stayed the same.... Thank God....... She is my baby girl & my oldest kitty (21)........ | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-03-08 |
Sorry for your loss 🙏 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-04-08 |
Someone said on one of these pets subs that it's better to let our fur friends go a week too early than a day too late (or something to that effect), and it's *so* true. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-04-08 |
My condolences. What a beauty. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-04-08 |
Yes it is | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-05-08 |
so sorry 🥹💛 | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-05-08 |
Have you tried the Weruva stews? They’re very liquidy to the point where they can’t pick out chunks. There are a few that are ckd friendly | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Been there. A couple of things that may help
-try blending the food with water to make puree
-don't mix two different food types
-don't store in metal or the can try glass jars
-try heating the food for 5 seconds in the microwave. Stir. Sometimes smell helps appetite
-rotate. Save the food they seem to not like but have eaten before and try it again in a couple days
-sometimes it's the meat. My cat grew out of the taste of fish in majority of canned wet food. Only liked chicken.
-save uneaten cans by freezing them in an ice cube tray. (For small portions) Moms do this with baby food for picky babies
-staying for the meal to 'keep watch' | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Hi guys! I wanted to share another update, Echo is still doing amazing and showing no signs of slowing down! He’s been eating well, going outside, and exploring new spots. He’s been his normal silly little self, and seems to be improving if anything.
Unfortunately someone here informed me his photos from my last post were stolen and are being used to scam people for donations online :( I created him a TikTok tonight just to be able to fight against the scammers.
I am blocked as are most of my friends lol but if you guys could please share my post/report the saveecho page. I did not click on the link before I was blocked but if there is a fundraiser if you could please report that as well :(
His TikTok is Echo4President, I will have to just watermark all his photos it seems.
It is so sad to me to see someone steal photos from this community and use it to scam fellow cat lovers. I wouldn’t care much about people reposting my photos but it breaks my heart he’s being used to steal money from people.
Thank you all!
| r/renalcats | post | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I just looked at the profile. Sick. Trying to manipulate people into giving donations. I hope people didn’t. | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
I really hope not :( are you able to see if there is a page for donations? Hopefully we can report it directly. I can’t see anything since I’m blocked | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Sick people .. wow | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-01-08 |
Hi! If you could reply with your tiktok @ or dm it, would be great! I've encountered couple of tiktoks with your pictures and would gladly help take down false scams :( Hope your kitty is doing well🥰♥️ | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-04-08 |
It’s Echo4President! | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-05-08 |
I will likely post a video of us in a little bit so hopefully if they get reported to tiktok as impersonating us it will be enough proof, thank you! | r/renalcats | comment | r/RenalCats | 2024-05-08 |
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