BethW
BethW | Female | | Lenexa, KS

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Bobcat's Kidney Diary: Day 55

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Bob returned to the vet for another urinalysis to check the progress against his ongoing bladder infection. Dr F reported that Bob's urine still contains sugar, and that its pH is too high, meaning that it's not acidic enough to combat bacterial growth. Dr F prescribed two medications for the next two to three weeks: a different antibiotic, and a urine acidifier. (Usually the pH can be corrected with diet, he said, but it's more important to keep Bob on the kidney-friendly diet.)

Since Bob had become so resistant to taking the liquid antibiotic, I chose pills for this treatment. Dr F suggested using Pill Pockets, and I have to say they're a terrific invention. Bob snapped up this treat with the pill tucked inside and wanted another one!

Dr. F was pleased to hear that Bob's appetite, litterbox use, and general demeanor were all good. Though I didn't think to ask while I was talking with Dr. F, when I picked Bob up I asked the vet tech if Bob's weight was okay. I figured since it hadn't been mentioned in the last few visits that it must be in an acceptable range. The tech reported his weight today at 8.1 pounds (still three pounds below his weight last summer), and said it was fine.

I feel more relaxed about Bob's ability to keep going. When he was first diagnosed almost two months ago, I was steeling myself for the possibility that he wouldn't live to the end of the year. I'm much more hopeful that, barring trouble with the bladder infection or some other related problem, the little guy snuggled against me as I write this will be around for a good long time.

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This post is part of a series. Past entries can be found on BethW's page at KC Pets.

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