October 21st 2009 10:06 pm
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I would like to take this special moment to let everyone know that today marks the 6th month Annifursary since our beloved sister, KASHMERE* made her journey into Heaven. Mom has a candle lit to let her know that we're thinking of her and love & miss her purrry much *wipes eyes* It has been a purrry difficult 6 months fur all of us but we know that she's in a wonderful place with her beloved brother, Angel Picasso. Mom always says that time may help heal the heart but it will never take away the pain that we endure when losing a pet, as they are a member of the family...
This morning, meowmy had to be in work at 7:30 am - 12:30, which is purry early fur her. Dad had to leave fur his work at 4:15 am so it was a bit too early to feed us breakfast at that time. Mom fed us as soon as she got up at 5:45 am. We also get dinner at 5:00 pm along with an evening snackie between 10:00-10:30 pm. This isn't to mention that 3 bowls of dry is also out fur us to eat at all times.
Well, first of all, I would like to meow how beautiful the weather was today, especially fur being the month of October. Before mom left fur work, she opened the windows, knowing that it would be getting warmer. As soon as she came home, there we were, hogging the windows and enjoying the fresh springlike weather... We heard mom talking was she was coming into the home, but we had no idea to who she was conversing with??? OMC... you'll never believe who she was talking to *giggles* Are you ready fur this one? Mom was actually talking to the ladybugs that were sitting on the glass Storm Door. The sudden weather change brought out so many cute little ladybuggies and mom just loves those as well as purrty butterflies. I wonder if the ladybugs answered her back *shakes head* She hopes to see them again, tomorrow...
Tomorrow is mom's off day so she'll be spending the day doing laundry, cleaning the hardwood floors and of course, taking us out fur a stroll except fur Cocoa since he hates the stroller with a passion!
Have a wonderful week my dear furiends and be sure to enjoy this pawsome weather while it lasts. Not sure when it will be getting colder again but we do know that it's suppose to last all week long, Mom may even take her car to get a bubble bath at the car wash, tomorrow!
Sending a warm thank you to Catster fur the cool dancing Halloween Skull giftie!
Purrrrs!
October 17th 2009 7:53 pm
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This morning, meowmy got up early because Auntie Sam & Unkie Dan (*BOOGERS & CO'S* pawrents) would be arriving by 9:00 am. The weather was miserable with cold rain which it's been like this fur days now.
Well, at exactly 9:00 am, Auntie & Unkie arrived and mom was so excited to see them. Unfortunately, daddy was called into work last minute but was home by 3:00 pm. Meowmy made Melita Hazelnut Cream Coffee and then Auntie and mom exchanged pawkages. There was a blue bag which consisted of gifties fur us and fur meowmy so now let me tell you all about those. We received Temptation Treats, Cat Dancer toy, PetStages (feather buddy), WhiskersCity (blue kitty face feeding dish), Carpet Clawz hanging catnip scratcher, and 1 can of Proplan (salmon) and 1 can of FF Medleys (shredded white meat). Mom received a beautiful keyring by Little Gifts which has 5 cute hanging charms on it starting with a cat (looks like Boogers), "I Love Cats", milk bottle, fish bones & paw print. Mom will be keeping it fur her special keepsake. We love all of our pawsome pressies and thank Auntie & Unkie from the bottom of our hearts.
Now back to our fun and exciting afternoon. Mom, Auntie & Unkie spent the day chatting and playing with all of us until daddy came home from work. I was with everyone all day and a few times, My daddy, Monte became purrry jealous with Cocoa because he wanted her all to himself so he became possessive and swatted at Cocoa with a nasty hiss. Of course, mom had a little talk with him but that didn't help because he did it again not long after that.
Daddy came home by 3:00 pm, took a shower and treated everyone to a late lunch at Tony Lukes. Even Unkie Dennis stopped by to join us. Mom, daddy & Auntie had Roast beef sandwiches, Unkie Dan had Chicken Parmesan and Unkie Dennis had Roast Pork and everything was delicious as always. After eating, everyone came back to the home except fur Dennis since he had already made plans. Auntie spent about another half hour playing with us and then they had to head back home to Virginia *wipes eyes*
Auntie still has her eye on catnapping our Snowmitts but now I think Biscotti's on the list, too. She was impressed with how large I am and of course, how friendly Monte is. Biscotti also enjoyed her company just as we all did... Mom is planning on making a yummmy Turkey dinner in December and hopes to have Auntie, Unkie and Tiskers over fur the evening. Snowmitts would LOVE to see Tiskers again, especially since they look so much alike! As we all know, Auntie couldn't get enough of Snowmitts and had a great time playing with me as well. Unkie Dan was tired from the drive so he took little naps throughout the day while settled on our comfy chair, waiting fur daddy *giggles* I kept insisting that Auntie play with me and yup, she did...
Hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend... As fur here in New Jersey, the weather isn't too enjoyable. Thanks again Auntie & Unkie fur everything but especially fur spending the day with us. Oh, I furgot to mention that mom showed Auntie The Urns of Picasso & Kashmere and Auntie thought they were so beautiful, especially with the keepsake mousies and locks of fur inside next to their cloth wrapped ashes.
By the way, this is the purrry first time that my Auntie & Unkie got to meet me and wow, I am so honored to be such an important part of their life *blows kisses* I am also the half bro of PorkChop!
Purrrrs!
October 13th 2009 8:52 pm
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Today at 5:20 pm, meowmy and daddy took me to see my Cardiologist, Dr. Miller. He is also the Cardiologist of Picasso & Cocoa. I was crying on my way there but as soon as we arrived, I settled in. Mom took me out of the carrier and there I was, giving her mashed potatoes with my paws *giggles* There were several people ahead of us to see Doc Miller so we had to wait longer before being seen. The Vet Tech came over to ask mom some questions while I was sitting on the waiting bench next to her. The nice girl bent down and gave me a kissie on my nose. I looked at her with my big blue eyes and she just melted. After all, I am a handsome guy.
It was then my turn so mom carried me into the room along with daddy. Dr Miller remember mom from her visits with Picasso and he was purrry sorry to hear about Picasso's passing in December. Doc proceeded to rub my chest with some blue sticky stuff and turned out the lights. At first I thought it was night night time but I was wrong. He then explained everything with my Ultrasound and my diagnosis is having a moderate Heart Murmor as well as mild Cardiomyopathy (HCM). There were NO signs of heart failure or anything like that. Actually, Doc felt reassured about my prognosis while taking 1/4 Atenolol daily. Daddy helped hold my paws along with the Vet tech while doing the test. Then the lights came on they cleaned me up and and proceeded to placed these horrible clips on my paws. I began to meow so meowmy and daddy told me that it's ok in a soft and soothing voice. This pawticular test was the EKG. Finally it was time to leave but before doing so, mom asked Doc of she could please take a picture of us and of course, he said yes with a big smile. The Vet Tech then handed me to him so that mom could take a quick picture. Doc than came over to take a look at the picture and smiled and said "thank You." How nice was that... Mom will be keeping an eye on my breathing pattern just as she does with Cocoa.
Just before we were getting ready to leave (waiting fur the paper work and prescription, the Tech needed to get my weight and holy cow, I gained 1/2 pound since my visit with Dr. Wray two weeks ago. Looks like I'm going to be a big boy. Over all, my appointment went well, considering that it could have been much worse. Doc Miller did say that since we caught it at such an early stage, there is a pawsibility that it can even improve (walls become thinner) which is excellent news. Mom had no idea what to expect, especially after what she had to endure with Picasso having VERY severe Cardiomyopathy at the age of 6 months and unfortunately, his continued to worsen. Doc did say that 16% of ALL cats are diagnosed with Cardiomyopathy. There are some breeds such as the Ragdoll & Maine Coon who more prevalent to this disease, but other breeds, including the Domestics will have it.
By the time we left the office, it was about 6:30 pm. Mom made a yummy Pot Roast fur dinner (simmering in the Crock Pot) so we had some of that along with our regular kitty food. Thanks again fur all of your love, support, purrrs & purrayers and fur always being there fur us. You are all such pawsome furiends and my family and I love you so much *blows kisses* I will be going back fur a recheck in 6-12 months to see if the medicine has helped to reverse the thickness of the heart wall.
It has been a long day fur all of us so I think I'll now take a long nap and rest up fur playtime, tomorrow...
I would like to thank the following kitties fur their lovely Giftie/Rosettes (since my last Vet Appointment until now): Bubby & Fam (hero ribbon), Spike & Fam (heart), My Family (paw), Muppet & Fam (paw), Karisma "sis" & Fam (paw), PorkChop "bro" & Fam (paw), Nikko & Scooter (paw), Joy & Fam (paw), Crazy Dazy & Fam (paw), My Family (paw), Karisma "sis" and Fam (paw), Spot & Fam (paw), My Family (heart).
Purrrrs!
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