That's really sad BB. I hope the tests come back negative and you and the entire cat fam catch a break. Two cats here in my house. First time I've really felt "owned" by a cat, so they say. Bringing the baby boy home hasn't really changed their behavior at all, but I can't say I'm really surprised. The skittish one was afraid as she always is, and they've mostly stayed away, which is what I'd prefer since he's sub-7 lbs. currently.
Crandc, read this. I think you will find it enlightening, if not, heart warming. Its sad, but much better than it once was. https://www.humanesociety.org/news/fiv-positive-cats#:~:text=“If%20you%20have%20indoor%2Donly,other%20cats%2C”%20Jefferson%20says
Not sure if this was shared anywhere, but these pictures are badass. That big cat looks mean as hell! Looks like that link broke. They can be seen here: https://www.andywoophoto.com/ If anyone wants to copy and paste that'd be cool, I can't do it on my phone at the moment.
Wow he is perfect looking. Looks very healthy too! Love the picture of the hawk skimming the water too.
Bad news. Lucia continues to lose weight at alarming rate. Despite cat probiotics, psyllium and special diet, she lost 14 ounces in a month. She is barely six pounds. Her normal weight is nine pounds. Imagine losing a third of your body weight. She is essentially in kitty hospice. Keep her as comfortable as I can as long as I can. Eventually she will start suffering pain, or her organs will fail, or she will become too weak to do normal cat things. Then I let her go.
Knowing a pet is in it's last days is gut wrenching...my previous cat (Hobbes) died in my arms by the fireplace about 5 years ago...one last deep breath, and then nothing. It was really a tough time. ...wouldn't wish it on anyone. Only positive is that I can still play Hobbes movies in my mind's eye anytime I like.
It's weird. Lucia is so far unaware anything is wrong. She eats good food. Her tummy is full. She is so thin it hurts to look at her. And she just keeps doing her thing. Although I noticed she hasn't hunted for some time.
Honestly, that's good to hear. Hopefully this is the way it goes unless she hopefully comes out of it and recovers.
She will always be beautiful to me, but Lucia isn't the pretty cat she once was. She is so gaunt. Skin and bones. Poor sweetheart.
Why did you photo shop this? there WAS a golden retriever in there. Not a human… Chickens are mean mofos and will kick the crap out of cats every time. Im sad to admit…
Im sure Lucia is gracious to have such a loving owner to help easy the pain of her last days. You are a good person and Lucia loves you for it.
