Sad news...

Poof was scheduled for surgery this morning, but last night he had a seizure and his heart stopped. He was at the vet hospital with caregivers on hand, and they did everything they could to save him, but were unable to do so. We are all very sad here, but we wanted to get the information up.

We do still have veterinary expenses for him, so we're paying part of those with donations. We'll still have a balance, so if you're here and want to donate, we can still use it, and we thank everyone who has helped Poof get the care he needed.

All of us here, from Poof's family (and Poof) to the volunteers at Sierra Cares, appreciate your caring and support. Without you, Poof would never have even had this chance. Thank you from all of us.

Surgery is scheduled!

Sorry I haven't updated this lately, but the human who does the typing for me had a death in the family. She's back now and updating you on where we are which is - IDAHO!
My tests were starting to go downhill, so last weekend my mom decided, after talking to her human friends, that even though only about 1/3 of the money was raised, that she was just going to load me up and drive to the vet hospital (2 or 3 days from home, depending on how fast you drive) and go, and have faith that we'd be OK when we got there.
We got here safely, and now have a bit over half the money raised. They say I'm a good candidate, and the surgery is scheduled for Wednesday. By the time we got here, half of the money was raised for the first part of my care. My mom signed a piece of paper promising that she'll pay the rest somehow - she said something about bake sales until the end of time - and they're gonna do it.
It's a tough surgery, so please have really good thoughts for me, and think of me Wednesday morning. Whatever your beliefs are, just help me out however you can, please. Mom and I are gonna need you.
Much love to everyone,

Poof

Wednesday Walk!

Went for another walk with mom today. I settled in under a really cool shade tree on our front lawn that Uncle Kelly & Aunt Della planted. I really love it. Thank you guys. I get to sit there and look out over our mountain. Mom sits in the chair above me and works on her stuff. What a nice way to spend the day. I almost caught a bird today, but it was too hard with my leash. That’s okay; it was pretty to look at. I think mom said it was a Blue Jay; we have lots of them here. I will have mom take some pictures of me under MY tree, so you can what I’m looking at.

Tuesday, morning:

Here comes mom with more medicine. I haven’t seen this one for awhile. It sure tastes good and is really easy to take. I think she calls it Homeopathic. It really helped my kidney values before and I know I felt better on it along with my other stuff. Mom puts the little pills in a syringe with water, they dissolve, and she squirts it in my mouth…taste kind of sweet…another yummy. Davina, Davina, what a pretty name. She is the lady who helps all animals; mom says her company is in Australia. I hear their stuff has helped hundreds of pets like me. I hope I get to visit with her someday.

This is me!

Well *I* think they're yummy. If you don't, then it means more for me!

It’s Monday morning, in August.
Mom must really love me, because I got sardines today. Yum, yum.
I know they make my breath smell, and yet mom still kisses me.
Between you and me, I think she must like them, because I always see her smell the can and make a funny face. I think that face means she likes the little fishes too.
My appetite is much, much better today. Mom always knows how to get me wanting more.

Sooner than we thought...

Dr. Todd Conlan @ Waterhouse Animal Hospital in Fresno is really helping me out. He also gives us hope. He has taken care of Kidney Transplant kitties before, so I feel comfortable with him. He says I should have the surgery within a month as my kidneys may not last. I am doing my best. A month? I just jumped up on the couch and am ready to go for a walk outside (on my leash) with my mommy, but I know he knows best.

My family and friends love me...and who wouldn't?

Sunday morning, I had my Sub-Q fluids today, well I have them everyday, but today was a little different. Grandma June & mom sings a lullaby to me. Today Grandma June was really off tune, she sings better at night, but I like it anyways. Her words go something like, dee dee dee, dumb dee dumb, dah dah dah dee, dee dumb dumb, beautiful little catness…not sure of the rest.
Sadie, our dog, looks jealous when I climb up on my warm towel. I think she wonders why she is not getting the attention. I hope she never has to do this, but if she does, I bet she would be a good patient too. She is one of my favorite buddies, but boy is she big, I hear she weighs 110 pounds…I still think I could take her in a boxing match, but I wouldn’t want to hurt her, she’s a great dog.

Not so good this morning, but better now...

I had to go to the hospital on Saturday. My potassium levels were to low and I had a hard time picking up my head. I hear that my Creatine (Kidney levels) are still going up, I think they were 9.2. Mom sure looks worried. The hospital was so great. Dr. Pace @ Veterinary Specialty Center in Fresno really cares. I am back home and feeling much better.

Kitty Chiropractor

Woke up today, sleeping on Rizo’s bed. He went to another country, but he left his favorite blanket for me to sleep on. I sure do miss him. He helps keep me healthy. He gently pulls my tail and I love it. My doctor says it is probably good for me…some kind of bone adjustment. Since they can tell I like it, Rizo can keep doing it. Maybe when he gets back he will also slide me across the hardwood floors. Goody, then I can help mom clean with my tummy!

Yikes!

We went on a Cat Walk today. I have a leash. Mom puts it on me when we go for walks outside. Sometimes we walk for blocks. I use to wonder why she wouldn’t let me roam on my own, but then I saw a big coyote almost face to face. Mom told me that was the very reason she has to be with me outside. Looking at its fangs, I now know I don’t want to be its lunch…but hey, that must be how I make that little mouse feel I keep seeing in the garage, I just want to play…

I have a girlfriend, and hope soon to have a house mate for life...

Lisa, my girlfriend, is about to have kittens. Not mine, as I am neutered because my mom is responsible and knows how many cats out there need homes. but I will raise them as my own, as I have done a lot in the past. She is sure a looker, but she was homeless before she came to us, and she will get spayed after this litter. I will get mom to take a picture of us, so I can show you all how beautiful she is. We clean each other and she helps me to feel good. I know she will be okay with a new kitty in the house…I have already told her about the donor cat (the one I will get my new kidney from) coming home with us. I have been dreaming of another cat already…I think it is him. I am eating very well today, everything seems to taste good. Oh, here’s comes mom with my daily pills. I think she said its potassium and some immune booster. I don’t mind, she gives them to me in a green/white thing called a piller. I have always taken pills easily for mom, just part of my job!

I am a well travelled cat...

I sure miss my doctor, Dr. Alton Raymond @ Wellness Animal Clinic in Davis, California. I haven’t seen him in awhile because it is a 4 hour drive, and I hear from mom that gas prices are through the roof. I hope to see him again, he is so wonderful. He does a program there my mom said is called Bicom. It feels so good I fall asleep in Dr. Raymond’s hands. It also helps with my kidney values. I love the drive up there; I have always loved car/truck rides. My mom sets up Rizo’s Tacoma with my litter box and carrier and away we go. She lets me out in the king cab part and I set up in the window and meow at the truck drivers. I have been honked at by the big rigs…so much fun!