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[pacificpikachu]

So, Princess went to the vet today. It is renal failure, like I expected, which is not good--but also not as bad as it could be. From now on, she gets 200 cc of water subcutaneously every day and half a tablet of Pepsid AC, and anything she'll eat is all hers. She could make it a few months, or a lot less, depending on how well she eats and how quickly it progresses. I'm guessing it will be, more realistically, a few weeks if that. She's only five and a half pounds now. Nonetheless, I'm happy to have time with her, and I will cherish it--no matter if it's a few days or a few months. I'm just glad I didn't have to put her down today and that she has more time in her. She was pretty pissed off at the vet's office, which to me means she still has some fight left.

I don't think the guinea pig is going to make it. She might, but I don't think so. She hasn't improved much. I'm going to give her some doxycycline just in case. Anything is worth trying now. I'm filling up a bottle with warm water every few hours for her to cuddle next to, so at least she can be somewhat comfortable. I'm still hoping, even though her chances aren't good at this point.

Things aren't wonderful, with one very sick cat and one possibly dying guinea pig, but I'm doing my best to keep a good attitude, not fall into despair, and to simply remain excited about Yaoi-Con and NaNo and life in general regardless of what happens. Unfortunately, this is just a part of having lots of animals. At any given time, there's a decent chance that someone will be sick or hurting or dying, and, while I do certainly mourn and get upset, I also have to be thankful for all the healthy animals I have and be proud that I am trying my hardest to give them the best, longest possible lives I can.

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[maids.livejournal.com]

it is very painful when you lose something you love and i hope princess makes it. she is a beautiful cat.

[pacificpikachu.livejournal.com]

Well, she's not going to make it--unfortunately, renal failure is irreversible, so it is going to kill her, but I hope she makes it at least another couple of weeks. Thanks for your understanding. :(

[ensuing.livejournal.com]

I'm glad to hear her issue is treatable, even if it isn't permanent. I'm sorry that she's so sick though. =(

I'm sorry to hear about the guinea pig as well. I hope things turn around.

[pacificpikachu.livejournal.com]

Yeah, I'm just glad I have more time with her, even if it's not much time. It's going to be so sad saying goodbye, but at least I have a little time to prepare myself and spend quality time with her.

The guinea pig...we'll see, but it's not looking good for her.

Thanks. ♥ Things will be better this weekend at YaoiCon, as at least I'll have a chance to get away and have some fun without thinking about it too much.

[astralvulpes.livejournal.com]

Wow. That's quite sad, for both of them. =/

Best wishes to you - I know you'll make their moments last and treasure them.

[pacificpikachu.livejournal.com]

It really is. I am thankful to have a little more time with Princess, although it probably won't be much time. At least I'm given a chance to prepare myself for a goodbye and make sure she's comfortable. She's lived a good, long life, so that much is comforting, but of course, when an animal has been with you as long as she has, it's always hard to say goodbye and think of a life without them...

Thanks. It'll be sad to lose them, but I know I'll pull through.

[snowflaika.livejournal.com]

Whenever a pet dies I feel like it's not worth loving it so much and then losing it like that... but I always change my mind. I wish your kitty lot of happy days, and best wishes to piggy too :c poor thing...

[pacificpikachu.livejournal.com]

Yes, I always ultimately feel it's worth it in the end, but it certainly is heart-wrenching losing them. :( Thanks. The piggy passed already, but hopefully my kitty will live a while longer. I'm hoping, anyway.

[pufferfish.livejournal.com]

You are a good person.

[pacificpikachu.livejournal.com]

Thank you. Same goes to you. ♥

[bjango.livejournal.com]

That's so upsetting, especially Princess. It always gets to me when I hear about sick/dying cats. Hang in there. :/

[pacificpikachu.livejournal.com]

Thank you. Yes, it is very upsetting, especially because she's been with me since I was so young... It will be strange not having her around when she passes away. I'm hoping she hangs in there for at least another week or two, though. ;;

[koyaaniisqatsi.livejournal.com]

*gives you snuggly cuddles* ♥

[pacificpikachu.livejournal.com]

*Hugs back* ;;

[ed1nburgh.livejournal.com]

_{I really hope your animals pull through and are okay. <3.}

[pacificpikachu.livejournal.com]

Thank you. Unfortunately, the guinea pig already passed away and the renal failure is definitely going to kill Princess (it's just a matter of when), but I'm hoping she makes it at least another week or two. ;;

[ethersol.livejournal.com]

Oh hun, I'm so sorry to hear about your pets. Your cat is about as old as mine is... so i usually worry too.

i am sure you will take care of her to the best of your ability, so try not to be too hard on yourself if the worst happens.

*hug*

[pacificpikachu.livejournal.com]

Thank you. I hope your kitty lives another happy couple of years! Try not to worry.

I will take as good of care of her as I can, and I know whenever she goes it's her time to, but of course it's always hard letting go of an old friend. Thank you for your kind words. ;;

[trf-chan.livejournal.com]

I'm sorry about your pets. ♥ It is especially hard when you've had them for so long that you can't even envision what it will be like without them. That's how I felt when Jasmine died, and I've been starting to realize that my cats, while not exactly old yet, are no longer young (Shadow will be 10 soon and Skittles will be 7) and thinking about how awful it will be when they pass away.

But I suppose all that can be done, like you said, is to cherish the time you have. And I'm sure you will. *hugs*

[kasaii.livejournal.com]

Aw honey, I'm sorry you've gone through so much pet loss recently... I know it's hard, but try not to blame yourself. I've learned just by reading your posts that you're one of the best pet owners I know, so I'm confident your animals get the absolute best care. And I know they're incredibly loved, and they know that too. They're all really lucky to have been in your care. ♥