Update on Miss Eartha Katt

[Eartha]

I am so pleased to report this morning she actually ate a little very wet canned food, and tried to purr. She is definitely feeling better and I have an appointment with her regular Vet for the followup treatment. Still haven't heard from the Vet from Monday about the lab analysis so after all this, I don't have a diagnosis or course of treatment.

Allie, how is Oreo? I think about her so many times a day. I've heard that small or baby rattlers are more dangerous to pets and humans because their venom is concentrated --- do you know if that's true?

And thanks to you all for your loving thoughts and prayers. Yes, pets ARE family. Taking E through this crisis felt the same way as when I my children were sick; sleepless nights, sadness, worry, feeling of helplessness not knowing what's wrong. This morning I'm feeling very hopeful about Earth's progress, lab report or no lab report.

[chop]

glad to hear your baby is doing better. wanting to eat is always a good sign to me.

I've heard that small or baby rattlers are more dangerous to pets and humans because their venom is concentrated --- do you know if that's true?

it isnt more concentrated. actually they have just as much venom as a full grown. they just dont know how to release just a little or a lot at that stage.....so they release it all. at least this is what i have heard from the tv shows i have watched.

[cottun]

I'm so glad she's doing a little better! I know your heart is much lighter! Please keep us updated on her!

[Roxy]

I am glad that she is doing better thx for keeping us updated.

[Cindy]

YEA! I am so glad that she is feeling better. I will continue to keep her in my prayers

[AllieK]

Oreo is doing great. thanks for asking. She sufferend no ill effects other than a swollen face, which went down to normal by the next morning.

[Rubelishous]

When my furbabies aren't eating well I feed them by finger and holding them. The comfort of being held will sometimes get them to eat a little.

Cats are not animals that can starve - they can develop serious health problems if they don't eat (aside from starvation that is).

On occasion I have even assist fed one of mine using very wet cat food and a plastic syringe. Put the tip of the syringe (no needle obviously) into the side of the mouth and squeeze a little in. Let the cat swallow and then put in a little more

[beatlebette]

I'm glad to hear that Miss Eartha Katt is feeling better. I hope her improvement continues.