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[Jane]

OMG, poor kitty!  I wonder why he'd be dehydrated.  Glad you got him in to be seen!

I know since he eats canned food.

Larry can you tell if they are drinking their water?

[elmore3003]

Yes/ They drink their water.

[ChasSmith]

Maybe due in part to the conjunctivitis and any other bug he might happen to have.

Did she say anything about the heart murmur, other than she could detect one? I believe that is not all that uncommon in cats.

[Jane]

Yes/ They drink their water.

Poor sick guy to be dehydrated in spite of his liquid intake.

[ChasSmith]

I have slept the better part of this day so far, and part of it honestly feels like a Benadryl hangover.  I haven't taken it much lately, and sometimes I'll feel a prolonged or delayed reaction to it.  I'm eating yummy turkey and stuffing leftovers and drinking caffeinated beverages to get the blood moving again.  I don't feel "sick", but I do think it's a combination allergies and light cold.  The second night and morning should tell the tale.

[elmore3003]

Maybe due in part to the conjunctivitis and any other bug he might happen to have.

Did she say anything about the heart murmur, other than she could detect one? I believe that is not all that uncommon in cats.

She said it wasn't an uncommon occurrence in kittens, but it was odd the form papers of tests run by the ASPCA before Thatch was turned over to an adoption agency (all tests run, spay-neuter, etc.) mentioned nothing about a heart murmur, and this bothered her.

[Laura]

I walked to the bank to pay my credit card bill. New tires and Disneyland tickets. Merry Christmas.

[Laura]

Next month's bill will have the four nights of motel bills.

[elmore3003]

I have slept the better part of this day so far, and part of it honestly feels like a Benadryl hangover.  I haven't taken it much lately, and sometimes I'll feel a prolonged or delayed reaction to it.  I'm eating yummy turkey and stuffing leftovers and drinking caffeinated beverages to get the blood moving again.  I don't feel "sick", but I do think it's a combination allergies and light cold.  The second night and morning should tell the tale.

Speaking of Benadryl, Dr Mohr has prescribed it for Annabelle.  she wants to see if her continual sneezing is from allergies and not from the upper respiratory infection.

[Jane]

How low a dose of Benadryl does a kitten get? 

[Jane]

I used to feel drowsy for a couple of days after taking Benadryl.  I don't seem to be bothered by it as much anymore.

[Jane]

I just read this on the internet, how accurate it is I don't know.

Cat Heart Murmurs - Floppycats
https://www.floppycats.com/cat-heart-murmurs.html
Dec 28, 2016 - However, sometimes the murmur is easy to miss if the quality of the stethoscope is poor, the vet doesn't listen long enough, or they are not experienced enough to recognize the sound of a murmur. ... Murmur symptoms can also become more intense if a cat is dehydrated.

I think the dehydrated part is interesting.

[elmore3003]

From CatHealth.com:
Many murmurs are innocent, particularly those identified in young kittens without any evidence of cardiac disease. They are soft murmurs and usually disappear on their own.

[elmore3003]

How low a dose of Benadryl does a kitten get? 

1/4 tablet twice a day.

[Jane]

DR elmore did the vet tell you the level of severity of the murmur?

[Jane]

How low a dose of Benadryl does a kitten get? 

1/4 tablet twice a day.

Good luck cutting those evenly-lol

[elmore3003]

DR elmore did the vet tell you the level of severity of the murmur?

No.

[John G.]

55 is 15 degrees below the Griffin Freezing Point, which equals 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

[Jrand74]

We have temps in the 60's today and tomorrow....hurray!

[Jrand74]

I have telephoned the Missouri Synod about DR VIXMOM's difficulties.

[Jrand74]

They said they don't have any tapes for the Netflix machine either.

[Ginny]

DR Ginny, I am pleased your foot is improving.  Continued healing vibes!

Thank you, DR Jane.  Slight set-back today, in the form of swelling that kept me from getting into my left shoe.  I’ve spent the day icing and elevating...

[Jeanne]

Hello, everyone.

[Jeanne]

It was Dental Day again. Root planing this time. Same drill: soft foods.

I'm unfamiliar with many of these procedures. My dad lost all his teeth when I was a little girl and I know too well all the discomfort he suffered. As a result, I've always been very conscientious about taking care of my teeth and gums. I just wish I'd known more in those early years. I do feel that my efforts helped to delay the need for the procedures. Had I started flossing earlier and using Closys mouthwash I'd be in better shape.

[Jeanne]

Thanks for the vibes.

And vibes back to all who need them--DRs Ginny, Elmore, Chas, TCB, and Jrand.

[Jeanne]

Kitty vibes to Annabelle and Thatch.

[Jeanne]

The piano concertos sound most enticing.

[Jeanne]

TOD:
The first name that came to mind was Stephane Grappelli, who played jazz violin. My favorite singers are Ella and Lena. There used to be a group called the LA Four. I liked them very much.

[Jeanne]

The anesthetic is wearing off. I may try to eat a little something. We shall see.

[Jeanne]

TTFN.