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Title: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 15, 2015, 18:54:06 PM
Not long back from the vet with Archie. He has been quite quiet and there was blood in his poo again this afternoon.

Vet was very good testing sample, temp and feeling Archie's tum.

Archie has had this problem since he was a young cat and is nine now.

His temp was normal and the sample ok. His tum is bloated so it's the irritated bowel again.

Checked with vet and his diet is ok.

At least it has been well over a year since his last do.

Trusting the two injections will do the trick again
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sootyca on June 15, 2015, 19:33:31 PM
Fingers crossed the injections do the trick  :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 15, 2015, 20:02:43 PM
Thank you :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Jiji on June 15, 2015, 20:22:30 PM
Hope Archie is better soon  :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: hollycat on June 15, 2015, 20:23:17 PM


Hope Archie improves  :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 15, 2015, 20:44:41 PM
Many thanks :hug:

He is flat out at the moment, very relaxed :)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on June 15, 2015, 21:11:31 PM
Awww, poor lad  :( I hope he is soon back to his usual self  :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 15, 2015, 22:15:23 PM
Thank you for your kind thoughts :hug: Looking back he has not been himself for a few days now.

He has just been outside chasing a piece of grass with me so think the injections have kicked in ;D

One was an anti inflamatry and the other to settle the bloated tum
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Rosella moggy on June 16, 2015, 07:50:22 AM
Very much hoping Archie is feeling very much better this morning Alison  :care: :care: :care:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 16, 2015, 08:11:12 AM
Thank you :hug: He is snoozing at the moment but seems to be in better spirits again :)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on June 16, 2015, 12:03:50 PM
Sending good wishes to Archie  :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 16, 2015, 13:07:36 PM
 :thanks: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on June 16, 2015, 17:35:40 PM


Gentle snoozles and soothing thoughts from me and Da Boyz.  My IBS has played me up sumfink rotten today, so I know how he feels.   :shy: :cat rub: :cat rub:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Dawn F on June 16, 2015, 17:45:43 PM
hope archie is feeling better, Oscar suffered with blood in poo from time to time, usually after eating grass nobody ever seemed to know why
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 16, 2015, 23:32:10 PM
Archie says fanks and is here now to over see my typing.

He is quite loose but that could be  the injection but no more blood :)

Thanks Dawn no one seems to really know with Archie either

Archie sends soothing vibes for Aunty Sue :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on June 17, 2015, 06:47:46 AM
Topping up the soothing tummy vibes for our lovely Archie.   :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 17, 2015, 07:33:19 AM
Fanks Aunty Sue :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 17, 2015, 13:59:01 PM
More blood so have to take Archie back to vet at 4.40 :(
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: bickhamwitch on June 17, 2015, 14:01:19 PM
Alison sorry to hear about poor Archie. I had a dog once with the same sort of problem. I used tree barks powder and it worked like a miracle. Here is the link to it. It's for cats as well.
Julie.

http://www.dorwest.com/Products/TB/tree-barks-powder-for-dogs-and-cats

Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: hollycat on June 17, 2015, 14:12:44 PM



Hope Archie gets better soon  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 17, 2015, 16:08:48 PM
Many thanks off soon :(

Julie thanks for that link will think about giving the powders a go ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on June 17, 2015, 16:17:23 PM
Hope vet can sort quick  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 17, 2015, 16:55:40 PM
Thanks :hug:

Just back and Archie is less bloated than Monday.

He has had a Dexafort anti inflame injection which will last a week so hoping it will do the trick. The other injection only lasts 36hrs.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on June 17, 2015, 18:20:16 PM
Hope it works and Archie will be fine again  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 17, 2015, 18:26:54 PM
Thanks Gill, he is flat out now
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: hollycat on June 17, 2015, 18:28:28 PM


 :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on June 17, 2015, 20:28:09 PM
Filtering in with sleepy snowshoes for Archie xxxx

Or otherwise without predictive text:  Tiptoeing by with sleepy snoozles for Archie!    :innocent:   :Luv:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 18, 2015, 13:25:04 PM
 :evillaugh: :thanks: :hug:

Could not get onto Purrs first thing :shify:

Archie is much better after he slept off the worst of the injection :)

Hope this does the trick this time
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: bickhamwitch on June 18, 2015, 14:43:37 PM
I couldn't get into purrs either. Glad Archie is feeling better after his sleep.
Julie.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 18, 2015, 16:47:04 PM
Thanks Julie :hug:

Glad it was not only me having probs :)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on June 18, 2015, 17:24:31 PM
Topping up the Archie vibes.

Think Purrs was down for a while, as I couldnt get in either.    :shify:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 18, 2015, 18:30:20 PM
Thanks Sue :hug:

Poor Tan has had to deal with lots of connection probs recently
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Susanne (urbantigers) on June 18, 2015, 18:32:07 PM
I hope Archie is feeling better now  :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: hollycat on June 18, 2015, 18:50:14 PM


 :hug: :hug: :hug: for Archie

Purrs was down from about 11.30 last night
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 18, 2015, 20:43:46 PM
Thank you both :hug:

Archie is feeling much better this evening and hope we have seen the back of it now.

The vet has made a note that the next time it happens he is given the long lasting anti inflame.

He has not had an episode for a year until this one which is an improvement
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on June 18, 2015, 21:51:22 PM
Glad to hear that Archie seems to be feeling better  ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 18, 2015, 22:27:28 PM
Thank you very much :hug:

Here is Archie, taken five minutes ago
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: bickhamwitch on June 18, 2015, 22:41:48 PM
That is one very contented looking Archie.
Julie.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 18, 2015, 22:45:09 PM
 :) He is Julie :hug: He feels so much better ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: sheilarose on June 18, 2015, 23:00:15 PM
Also filtering in with sleepy snowshoes. :hug: :care:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on June 18, 2015, 23:27:38 PM
Bless his little furry paws  :Luv2:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on June 19, 2015, 03:55:33 AM
So pleased Archie feeling better and looks so chilled  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on June 19, 2015, 06:43:43 AM
Much Hansumness.   :Luv2: :Luv2:

Sheila  :evillaugh: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 19, 2015, 07:34:17 AM
 :evillaugh:

Archie would like to send you all a big fank you :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: hollycat on June 19, 2015, 16:40:44 PM



Happy cat  :Luv2:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 21, 2015, 16:00:56 PM
Thank you :hug:

Oh dear Archie has started sniffling now :( Not sure if it is a reaction to the injection or not.

He is eating and active but keeping an eye on him
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on June 22, 2015, 18:35:26 PM
How is Archie now Alison?
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 22, 2015, 18:45:14 PM
 :thanks:

Fingers crossed the sniffing has stopped and his tum is settling at last.

I do worry about him as he is younger than Parki yet she seems in better health, generally
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on June 22, 2015, 21:41:06 PM
Glad to hear that Archie seems to be getting better  ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 22, 2015, 21:42:35 PM
Thank you :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on June 23, 2015, 06:45:01 AM
tiptoeing by to plant a gentle kiss on Archie's head.   :care:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 23, 2015, 07:12:20 AM
Fanks Aunty Sue :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Stuart on June 23, 2015, 11:00:36 AM
Give Archie a nose tickle from me  :Luv2: still sending the get well soon vibes  ;)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 23, 2015, 13:30:55 PM
Thank you Stuart as he loves a nose tickle. Archie sends a fanks too :)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on June 23, 2015, 16:28:23 PM
Lovely boy! Will he accept an ear tickle from a strange woman?   ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Jiji on June 24, 2015, 08:22:13 AM
A lovely picture of Archie, he looks so content, but I am not sure I could have resisted blowing a raspberry on that gorgeous tum even if it did mean disturbing him :naughty:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on June 28, 2015, 20:28:42 PM
 :rofl: :evillaugh:

He does like the occasional tum tickle :evillaugh:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on July 25, 2015, 12:14:12 PM
Just back from vet as Archie had blood in his poo again this morning. Think I have caught it in time as no obvious inflammation in tum, temp ok too. The vet gave him a good check over and gave him a Dexafort injection which should last 10 days.

So glad the vet has started opening on Sat again
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on July 25, 2015, 19:13:42 PM
Sorry this has started again and never heard of that injection.............hope it works well  :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: hollycat on July 25, 2015, 19:57:35 PM


 :hug: :hug: for you and Archie
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Rosella moggy on July 25, 2015, 20:46:01 PM
Sending a few  :care: :care: :care: for your gorgeous lad and a few  :hug: :hug: :hug: for his wurrid mum  :(
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Tigerlily (Allison) on July 25, 2015, 22:02:14 PM
Sorry to hear this Alison  :( Hope Archie is OK  :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on July 25, 2015, 22:07:05 PM
Thank you all so much was worried sick this morning.

Dexafort is brilliant. Archie was a bit spaced out when I brought him home but has been on the go ever since. Wonder if he could have it orally long term as it really helps.

The vet said it is a strong anti inflam
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: bickhamwitch on July 25, 2015, 22:36:07 PM
Alison so glad Archie is doing so well. Here is the data sheet for dexafort.
Julie.

http://www.msd-animal-health.co.uk/Products_Public/Dexafort/090_Product_Datasheet.aspx
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on July 26, 2015, 07:07:39 AM
Sending gentle hugs for Archie, and hoping he's feeling much better this morning.

Dexafort maybe not for long term use then, but certainly making a difference at the moment.   :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on July 26, 2015, 09:50:45 AM
Many thanks  :hug:, Archie is so much better now ;D

Thanks for the link, very interesting and not for long term use then :) Shame but there we are
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: bickhamwitch on July 26, 2015, 11:41:41 AM
But at least you know it works in an emergency. And there might be something safer you could use for long term use your vet knows about.
Julie.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on July 26, 2015, 12:31:20 PM
That's true Julie :)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on July 26, 2015, 15:06:23 PM
So pleased Archie is feeing better, guess because its a steroid it cant be used long term but at least you know it works in an emergency  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Tigerlily (Allison) on July 26, 2015, 20:44:17 PM
Glad Archie is feeling better Alison  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on July 26, 2015, 22:02:43 PM
Thank you :hug:

You are right Gill at least there is an effective drug for emergencies :)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on July 26, 2015, 23:57:25 PM
This must be such a worry for you!  :hug: I'm glad that Archie has improved with the injection, here's hoping he goes a good long time before any further flare-up.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on July 27, 2015, 08:16:18 AM
Popping in to give Archie a gentle chin tickle.   :cat rub:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on July 27, 2015, 10:05:18 AM
Thank you :hug:  :hug:

Archie loved the chin tickle and hopes it will be a while before another jab :)

He is full of beans this morning and starving. Guess that is the steroid.

He has had a tiny bit of blood but hoping there will be no more
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on August 08, 2015, 11:29:30 AM
Archie slept most of yesterday and was off his food :( Knew something was brewing and then more blood last night :(

Vet saw him first thing and has given him Dep-medrone which will last six weeks. David the vet seemed very knowledgable about Archie's condition so will see him next time.

If after the six weeks he is ill again within a month he will have to go on a special diet.

Archie must feel more comfortable as he is more active now. It was another anti inflam
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: sheilarose on August 08, 2015, 13:07:46 PM
Poor Archie. What does the diet consist of Alison?  :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on August 08, 2015, 13:39:41 PM
Thanks Sheila. I don't know at the moment, should have asked :shy: At the mo he is on Science Plan complete
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: bickhamwitch on August 08, 2015, 14:51:16 PM
I'm so sorry to hear poor Archie has been unwell again. Things always seem to happen at weekends.
Julie.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on August 08, 2015, 15:57:46 PM
Poor Archie! I am glad that he seems brighter after his treatment.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on August 08, 2015, 16:41:19 PM
Thank you :hug:

Yes, why does it always happen at the weekend :)

So glad my vet started opening on Sat morning again
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: hollycat on August 08, 2015, 17:06:02 PM


 :hug: :hug: for Archie
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on August 08, 2015, 17:19:03 PM
 :thanks: from Archie
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Susanne (urbantigers) on August 08, 2015, 20:29:58 PM
Poor Archie  :hug:

He might benefit from something like Hills z/d

I am thinking of trying Mosi on an elimination diet but would do a novel single protein diet for him but want to discuss it with vet first.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Tigerlily (Allison) on August 08, 2015, 20:33:35 PM
So sorry to hear this Alison.  :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: for you and Archie.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on August 08, 2015, 21:11:59 PM
Thank you both :hug:

Susanne not heard of Hills Z/D will look into that. Hope you have some luck with Mosi :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on August 09, 2015, 08:39:04 AM
Alison, am so sorry to hear this, and wanted to send a gentle ear rub for our lovely Archie.

I wonder if it's worth discussing a raw diet with Archie's vet?  Poor little soul.  :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: bickhamwitch on August 09, 2015, 11:00:32 AM
I totally agree Sue. Just google raw diet for IBS cats or something similar. What ever the vet has diagnosed Archie's condition as. Cats were fed by nature thousands of years before man turned all their diseased bad unwanted food into so called pet food for profit instead of binning it. All these terrible conditions, diabetes, cancer IBs etc were hardly known before the fifties when people started to pick up a can instead of the scraps from the butcher. Humans living on junk food become unhealthy. Same with cats.
Julie.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on August 09, 2015, 11:14:28 AM
Thank you Julie and Sue :hug:

Off to google raw diets, sounds good :)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: bickhamwitch on August 09, 2015, 11:26:38 AM
Alison you need to be careful. Raw feeding is so simple, but you can read a lot of rubbish about it on the internet. Like every thing else really on the internet. It just boils down to what a cat needs. 80% meat 10% bone 10% organs. half of which has to be liver. Nowadays it is so easy because so many firms now do raw diets for cats.  This is a good place to start. They are British and do complete meals, also lots of information and you can phone for good advice.

http://www.naturesmenu.co.uk/advice-centre.aspx 

Alfie and my lot use nurturing by nature. I also use another place but these don't give the advice like Nature's menu. I have been raw feeing for 11 years. And I think Alfie's mum has a few years under her belt. It won't harm to at least take a look and have a think about it. The vet doesn't seem to be getting very far. Apart from emergency patch up jobs for now. Maybe raw can help.
Julie.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on August 09, 2015, 11:34:04 AM
Wow, thanks Julie looked it up and saw it was complicated :-: The link is great and that would be the way to go.

The thing is Parki would have to go raw too as no good having biscuits out. Am sure it would benefit her too and she really loves raw meat
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: bickhamwitch on August 09, 2015, 15:57:00 PM
Alison that is a great start that Parki likes raw meat. Some cats convert easily. With others it's a struggle. If you do decide to convert it is certainly easy nowadays with access to ready made complete raw meals.
Julie.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on August 09, 2015, 15:58:58 PM
Thanks, yes the complete meals would be such a help :)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on August 09, 2015, 20:38:43 PM
None of mine will touch raw..................look at me as if its poison!

Take care Alison and hope Archie stays well.

Animal medicine has improved so much since the 50s and back then they couldnt diagnose all those things that they can now.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on August 09, 2015, 22:24:31 PM
Thanks Gill. You are right vet science has advanced very quickly, thankgoodness too
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on August 10, 2015, 02:25:24 AM
Poor Archie! I do hope he is feeling better today.

Yes, I feed Alfie and Cleo raw but don't have anything like the experience with it that Julie does. Alfs will eat almost anything but Cleo is a fussy little madam, yet I was surprised at how easily she took to it. It won't hurt to give it a try and see how Atchie does on it.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Susanne (urbantigers) on August 10, 2015, 07:36:26 AM
raw sounds like a great idea if Archie likes it.  I fed natures menu nuggests and another one (natural instinct I think?  still have some in the freezer) to Jaffa and Mosi.  Not tried Kito on it yet.  Mosi is a bit unsure about raw.  Must have another go.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on August 10, 2015, 07:39:44 AM
Thanks a great help :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 15, 2015, 17:29:29 PM
I had to take Archie back to the vet again today as more blood in his poo. He did have another Do a few wks back when Parki had her dental but it cleared.

He has had an injection that will last a week and been given Royal C sensitive biscuits to try and I have a few pouches at home from Parki.

I have to take a sample of his doings in too. The vet will do a colestomy investigation if I want but said it more than likely would be inconclusive.

Poor Archie :( I have to take him back on the 24th to see how he and the diet are going.

Thankfully they both love the biscuits so no probs there.

If this does not work will think about raw
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: hollycat on October 15, 2015, 17:33:08 PM


Poor Arche  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on October 15, 2015, 17:41:59 PM
So sorry, could it be your guests that have stressed him?

Hope he gets better quick  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Tigerlily (Allison) on October 15, 2015, 20:09:53 PM
So sorry to hear that Archie is poorly again Alison  :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 15, 2015, 23:19:09 PM
Thank you all :hug: :hug: :hug:

Gill, it could well have been the visitors that stressed him out :shify:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on October 15, 2015, 23:59:58 PM
Oh no! Poor Archie and poor you  :(
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on October 16, 2015, 07:08:49 AM


Alison, sending lots of soothing vibes for Archie this morning.   :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Rosella moggy on October 16, 2015, 07:33:03 AM
Sorry to hear that poor Archie is under the weather again Allison  :hug: :hug:  I very much hope he starts feeling a great deal better very soon.

When I was poo collecting in our front garden last week I noticed fresh blood in one of the poos.  Suspect Noni as she has had it on and off over the years but no one showing any other signs of discomfort or being off their food.  In fact she is constantly starving but she always is so I'm afraid I'm keeping my fingers crossed and ignoring it  :-[
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 16, 2015, 07:46:41 AM
Thank you :hug: :hug: :hug:

Rosella maybe Noni has a bit of colitis, seems it is quite common :hug: :hug: :hug: In the past Archie has had a do then it cleared up on it's own
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on October 16, 2015, 14:34:59 PM
Hope Archie is feeling a bit better today  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 16, 2015, 15:58:31 PM
Thanks Gill :hug: So far so good.

Will have top give Parki her treats when Archie is sleeping :shify:

Wondering if anyone would put their cat through a Colestomy as not sure what to do after chatting with the vet
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on October 16, 2015, 17:26:18 PM
Is that what the vet's suggested Alison? 
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on October 16, 2015, 17:56:59 PM
Only if it could be shown to me that this was really necessary but if its just a guess and a money bumper for ins purposes no I wouldnt.

Also what would be a possible find they would need to tell you.

I am sure they will make the excuse its just to check that nothing nasty is going on!

I refuse all blood tests on cats unless really needed which hardly ever are.

For Misa in the end, well quickly had to agree for them to do the works cos nobody knew what was wrong with him at beginning of year and he couldnt walk or do anything.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on October 16, 2015, 18:34:11 PM
I think a colostomy would be where they'd remove a section of the bowel Gill, so not something they'd undertake as an exploratory.  The only text I could find on it suggests that one of two types of colostomy could be used, but both would leave the cat with complete faecal incontinence.  I'm not sure what quality of life that would offer.   
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 16, 2015, 21:05:51 PM
Oh dear think I have put the wrong word in :-[ So sorry :-[ It is where the vet would put a camera in Archie's bowel and take a biopsy.

He said even if they do this the results would probably be inconclusive so has left it to me to decide. Do not really want to put Archie through this unless I think it would help so now in a quandry.

He did mention a blood test too so take on board what you said Gill as this would cause a lot of distress. Will see what the poo sample shows up first.

He is very sleepy today so would think that is the injection.

He seems to have had one attack after another this year and at the moment 15 yr old Parki is in a better state of health :(
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: heather sullivan on October 16, 2015, 21:56:07 PM
colonoscopy I think you mean, where a small camera is inserted into the rectum and then up into the colon. I work for a doctor who does these on humans ;)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Rosella moggy on October 16, 2015, 22:20:07 PM
Can you remind us of Archie's symptoms Alison.  As detailed as you can and how frequent they occur and how serious.  May be worth reviewing your Purrs posts to remind you?   :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 16, 2015, 22:30:07 PM
Thanks Heather you are right :shy: :hug:

Hi Rosella, not all the time but a day or two before a bout Archie is not himself that is sleepier and quiet. When he has a poo it is loose and there is fresh blood in it usually at the end bit :sick:

I usually take him to the vet at this stage as it may clear but comes back again.

He was having two or three bouts a yr until 2015 when over the last few months it seems as soon as the anti inflam wears off it comes back.

Through a bout he goes off his wet food a bit, half a pouch a day. Vet says it is prob as he associates it with the pain :( Otherwise he eats some biscuits.

He rarely has a temp. The vet also feels his tum and cannot feel any growths, however his tum can be bloated
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: hollycat on October 16, 2015, 22:34:15 PM



Sounds like IBS, not nice.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 16, 2015, 22:56:17 PM
That has been mentioned with colitis :(
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Rosella moggy on October 16, 2015, 23:04:06 PM
I have to take a sample of his doings in too. The vet will do a colestomy colonoscopy investigation if I want but said it more than likely would be inconclusive.  Poor Archie :( I have to take him back on the 24th to see how he and the diet are going.  Thankfully they both love the biscuits so no probs there.  If this does not work will think about raw. 

I've just been reading through your posts since April Alison and yes I do see that the condition is becoming more frequent.  Dare I ask how much of a careful proper try you have given a change of diet?  Having a hoard of furry piglets here, I know how difficult it would be to introduce a different feeding regime but we have had to do it to separate our lot so they are fed in 4 different rooms.  I just think giving a change of diet a chance is so less invasive to start with?   :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 17, 2015, 01:41:03 AM
Thanks Rosella :hug:

I  was given the diet at the vets yesterday so only into second day. Both Parki and Archie like the Royal C sensitive biscuits which is a relief as would be tricky to feed sep. Archie has not requested a half pouch of food yet but when he does I have the Royal C sensitives ones.

I have been giving Parki treats when he is asleep as they are a no no for him now.

He is very sleepy and has been on my bed most of the day, not like him at all :(

You are right and good idea to give this new diet a good go first.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Rosella moggy on October 17, 2015, 07:54:41 AM
Am very much hoping Archie is feeling better this morning alison  :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 17, 2015, 09:14:17 AM
Thank You Rosella. He has finally got up and is tucking into his RC food. Was really worried about him last night
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on October 17, 2015, 13:40:27 PM
Hope the RC helps  :hug:

I would not put him thro anything that was likely to be inconclusive tbh, cant see the point.

I may also help you to keep a diary that shows what is happening around Archie in the house that is not the norm to see if stress is playing a part.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 17, 2015, 21:17:22 PM
Thanks Gill, great idea about the diary will do that.

Could well have been the visitors which set this episode off :-:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 24, 2015, 12:25:55 PM
Just back from vet and surprised to find the poo sample shows he has Protozoa Giardia as never heard of it :shocked:

Matthew says it could cause all the symptoms he has been having.

He has powders for ten days but have to take him back Friday for check up.

If symptoms come back after treatment then Archie does have colitis on top of this

Has anyone else had a cat with this
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on October 24, 2015, 14:36:17 PM
I also have never heard of this but good its been dignosed and hope the treatment goes really well  :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 24, 2015, 17:06:14 PM
Thanks Gill, still a bit of a shock but so glad too :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on October 25, 2015, 12:37:30 PM
Alison, it's good that you now know what's going on with Archie.  Hope the treatment gets him back on track very soon.    :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 25, 2015, 13:32:41 PM
Thanks Sue, he had the first treatment today in his cod fillet and did not notice :shify: :)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: CarolM (Wendolene) on October 25, 2015, 14:31:43 PM
Sending lots of  :hug: :hug: for you and Archie.  Is it Panacur he's been given.  Bunty and Biggles were suspected of having Giardia when they were younger and presented with blood in their poo so the vet gave them that.   I suspect he was right because both got better.   ;D  Biggles, however, started again with tummy troubles and that time the vet did every test imaginable (including Giardia) and all came back negative so he 's now classed as having a sensitive tummy.  Very scientific.  :shify:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 25, 2015, 14:52:21 PM
  Thank you Carol :hug:That is interesting, I have never heard of it. I remember  now the lovely two had blood in their poo.

Poor Biggles :hug: Archie sounds as if he might be the same

Yes it is Panacur
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on October 26, 2015, 18:23:50 PM
Here's hoping the Panacur does the trick and this is the end of the poor boy's problems  :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 26, 2015, 19:22:53 PM
Thanks Lyn  :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Tigerlily (Allison) on October 26, 2015, 20:45:48 PM
I'm glad you've got a diagnosis Alison. Hope the treatment helps Archie  :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 26, 2015, 21:43:05 PM
Thank you Allison  :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Rosella moggy on October 27, 2015, 23:14:21 PM
Hope gorgeous Archie is responding to treatment Alison  :care: :care: :care:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 28, 2015, 07:45:22 AM
Thanks Rosella :hug: :hug: :hug:

He has his 4th sachet today and is showing signs of picking up ;D

He is still  sleeping much of the time but appeared more alert yesterday ;D

Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on October 28, 2015, 08:23:01 AM
Very Glad Archie is showing signs of improvement Alison.

 
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 28, 2015, 09:30:03 AM
Thank you Sue :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Nicola (RockysMum) on October 28, 2015, 12:18:47 PM
I've also never heard of this.

Great news that he's picking up. Hopefully this means you've finally got to the bottom of it and things will improve for him x
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on October 28, 2015, 12:43:44 PM
Great news Alison  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 28, 2015, 12:47:25 PM
Thank you Gill and Nicola :hug:

A bit more blood but that is probably the treament :)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Tigerlily (Allison) on October 28, 2015, 15:55:47 PM
Fingers crossed that Archie keeps improving  :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 28, 2015, 16:13:16 PM
Thank you Allison, :hug: :hug: :hug: he is brighter this afternoon and has been out side a bit ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on October 28, 2015, 20:21:20 PM
Thanks for the update. I am so glad that things are still going in the right direction  ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 28, 2015, 21:27:13 PM
Thank you, it is a relief :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on October 28, 2015, 21:57:08 PM
I bet it is and well done your vet  ;D

keep on improving Archie its making us happy  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 28, 2015, 22:28:15 PM
Thanks Gill :hug: :hug: :hug:

Archie says a big thank you too :hug: :hug: :hug:

Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on October 29, 2015, 06:44:39 AM
Topping up the Archie vibes this morning.   :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 29, 2015, 07:42:54 AM
Thank you Sue,  :hug: :hug: :hug:

Archie says a big thank you too  :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 30, 2015, 18:27:36 PM
Just back from the vet and a full analysis of his sample is also showing campylobactor :(

Archie now also has abs for ten days.

He is showing signs of picking up though and hope this will do the trick.

Have to take him back a week Monday
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on October 30, 2015, 18:36:39 PM
Lord, no wonder he's been feeling so poorly Alison.   :( :( 

Ramping up the soothing and healing tummy vibes for him.    :hug: :hug:

Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 30, 2015, 18:51:41 PM
Thank you Sue from Archie and I :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: CarolM (Wendolene) on October 30, 2015, 18:56:44 PM
Oh Alison, poor Archie.   :hug:  He will feel soooooooooo much better when that's sorted.  I hope he's good at taking tablets.   :shify:

Hugs to both of you  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on October 30, 2015, 18:59:06 PM
I dont know what that is either but the vet sounds like he is sorting him out and sending Archie loads of gentle strokes  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 30, 2015, 19:30:38 PM
Many thanks Carol and Gill.

Dreading the tablets as he is not good at taking them :shify:

Hopefully these will do the trick :)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on October 30, 2015, 19:55:51 PM
Poor Archie, he must have been feeling really rough with all this going on!  In humans, campy is usually very easily treated but I don't know anything about veterinary medicine I'm afraid.  :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 30, 2015, 20:24:44 PM
Thanks Lyn. I had never heard of iy before but the vet mentioned that humans can get it :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Tigerlily (Allison) on October 30, 2015, 20:41:27 PM
Topping up the vibes for Archie and hugs for you Alison  :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: CarolM (Wendolene) on October 30, 2015, 20:48:33 PM
Campylobacter is a common cause of food poisoning in humans.  Raw chicken is one of the main culprits, in fact at one time it was reckoned that the vast majority of chickens carried campylobacter on their skins and I doubt the situation has changed.  It's he main reason why the main supermarkets are now selling cook in the bag chickens so that people are not exposed to the bacteria on their skins, and the recommendation is never to wash a raw chicken because you could spread the bacteria onto the sink and anywhere the water has splashed.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 30, 2015, 22:23:29 PM
Thanks Carol and Allison. Interesting about the bacteria Carol.

I asked the vet where he could of picked it up from, I don't have any sort of chicken in the house, and he asked if Archie hunted. I told him he very occasionally gets a mouse but has not done this for a while.

Hope no one else has fed him but would doubt it as he rarely goes out the garden and is wary of people

Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Misa on October 31, 2015, 03:59:53 AM
My goodness never knew any of this!
Title: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Nicola (RockysMum) on October 31, 2015, 20:21:10 PM
All new to me too!

Poor Archie, he must be feeling so poorly, sending more vibes his way.

At least you've finally got to the bottom of it & hopefully things can only get better now x
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 31, 2015, 20:25:19 PM
Thank you :hug:

He is much more alert today which makes me see how poorly he has been feeling
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: McKitties (Katie) on October 31, 2015, 22:01:27 PM
Here's you helping me and you've got a poorly munchkin at home.

Campylobacter can make humans feel rotten and the antibiotics can make them feel even worse so maybe your Archie is feeling pretty rough, poor wee sausage.

Hope he gets better very soon x
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on October 31, 2015, 23:35:23 PM
Come on Archie you will be feeling good again very soon  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on October 31, 2015, 23:56:08 PM
Thank you Katie and Gill :hug: :hug: :hug:

He finishes his panacur garnules Monday and started 14 days of abs today

I hate giving him tablets poor thing :-:

He has generally been so much more alert this evening. I bought him a flying frenzy from the purrs shop and played with him gently for a few minutes before putting it away. He is now fast asleep again
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on November 01, 2015, 07:31:59 AM
Topping up the healing thoughts for Archie today.   :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 01, 2015, 13:34:25 PM
Thank you Sue :hug:

He is  much better today and has not slept as much ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on November 01, 2015, 14:40:18 PM
That sounds good Alison  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 01, 2015, 18:53:50 PM
Thanks Gill. :hug: He is so much better this afternoon ;D Just realise how poorly he has been, poor lad :(
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Yvonne on November 01, 2015, 19:12:24 PM
Just topping up the get well vibes for Archie - so pleased that he is finally on the mend at last xxx
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: McKitties (Katie) on November 01, 2015, 20:13:53 PM

Happier kitty? Great news. It must be the right antibiotic.   ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 01, 2015, 20:27:02 PM
Thank you Yvonne and Katy :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on November 01, 2015, 21:26:32 PM
I am sooo glad that Archie is perkier  ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 01, 2015, 21:41:13 PM
Thank you Lyn :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on November 02, 2015, 05:46:54 AM
Kissy kissy, Archie.  :Luv2:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 02, 2015, 07:58:00 AM
Archie says thank you and sends a big cuddle back :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Rosella moggy on November 02, 2015, 09:28:22 AM
Well done Archie lad.  You were beginning to really worry your ma. 

Keep on the road to recovery sweetpea.  Don't take anymore detours, ya hear?  :care: :care: :care:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: hollycat on November 02, 2015, 14:17:26 PM



So glad he has perked up a bit  ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 02, 2015, 19:57:06 PM
Thank you Rosella and Andrew :hug:

Archie has been tearing round this evening and it is a long long time since he last did that ;D

I am beginning  to think he may have had this parasite for a few years now :(

He used his litter tray this evening and I cannot remember the last time there was no whiff like now.

It just makes me think how many time are our cats being diagnosed with colitis without testing them thoroughly.

Archie may well have colitis but this in my mind has been troubling him for an age.

Would not want anyone else to go through this :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Tigerlily (Allison) on November 02, 2015, 20:09:02 PM
So glad to read this Alison  :hug: :hug: :hug: Hope Archie continues to improve.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 02, 2015, 20:45:15 PM
Thank you Allison :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on November 02, 2015, 20:50:16 PM
Sorry forgot to mention on other thread but this is just great news and agree with you about the testing  ;D  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 02, 2015, 22:07:50 PM
Thanks Gill :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on November 03, 2015, 07:51:55 AM
Alison, I can imagine how much of a relief this is for you and for Archie.  Certainly something worth all of us filing away for future reference.  :hug: :hug: Great to know Archie sounds like he's on top form!  ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 03, 2015, 08:04:02 AM
Thanks Sue :hug: :hug: :hug:

11 more abs and he is done ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on November 03, 2015, 18:04:35 PM


11 more abs and he is done ;D

Hurrah! I really hope this is the end of it - both both your sakes.  :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 03, 2015, 19:11:34 PM
 :thanks: :hug:
Title: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Nicola (RockysMum) on November 06, 2015, 00:24:14 AM
Yay!!!! :D So nice to read this good news. Nearly there! What a huge relief it must be for you x
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on November 06, 2015, 01:29:13 AM
To have Archie the kitten cat again must be such a relief and so good  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on November 06, 2015, 07:24:00 AM
Popping by to wish Archie good morning from us.   :)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on November 06, 2015, 07:24:35 AM
Popping by to wish Archie good morning from us.   :)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 06, 2015, 08:15:18 AM
Thank you all so much :hug:

It is just wonderful to have Archie back ;D

Here he is enjoying Autumn Watch
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Dawn F on November 06, 2015, 09:15:46 AM
so glad you got this sorted, shame it took so long  :'(
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: McKitties (Katie) on November 06, 2015, 10:02:37 AM
Lookin goood Archie!  ;D

I just love that little black bit on his head.  :Luv:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on November 06, 2015, 12:10:54 PM
Handsome boy  ;D ;D

Ummmmmmmmmmmm just heard Lupin discussing satnav with Sasa, he has seen the space on that shelf at the top and wants to move the ornaments ........................to the floor  :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Nicola (RockysMum) on November 06, 2015, 13:51:36 PM
Gorgeous boy  :Luv2:

Handsome boy  ;D ;D

Ummmmmmmmmmmm just heard Lupin discussing satnav with Sasa, he has seen the space on that shelf at the top and wants to move the ornaments ........................to the floor  :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

I think Chester would be more than happy to assist with that mission too  :rofl:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 06, 2015, 14:33:05 PM
 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

Archie says he loved Lupin's idea :evillaugh: Chester is welcome too :hug:

Thanks Katie :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on November 06, 2015, 17:21:49 PM
I will tell Sasa to break out the catnav  :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: CarolM (Wendolene) on November 06, 2015, 19:03:08 PM
So pleased that Archie is back to his normal self Alison.  :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 06, 2015, 20:25:30 PM
Yes come on Sasa :evillaugh: :car:

Thank you Carol, it has been such a worry :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on November 06, 2015, 20:45:12 PM
Yes come on Sasa :evillaugh: :car:



Oh yes she will be in the red currant  :naughty: :naughty:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 06, 2015, 21:08:26 PM
 :rofl:  :welcome:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on November 07, 2015, 00:50:42 AM
She likes driving overnight  :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 07, 2015, 08:49:13 AM
Looking out for her :shify: :evillaugh:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on November 07, 2015, 14:04:40 PM
Havent they arrived  :shify: :shify:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 07, 2015, 15:48:16 PM
No not yet think they have taken a detour :evillaugh:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on November 07, 2015, 17:06:44 PM
 :rofl: :rofl:

Sasa says she was there but you were asleep, she peeked in to check  :shify: :shify:

She had to put Lupins walking jacket and lead on cos he was misbehaving and wouldnt come when called!  8)

They couldnt see Archie or get in so they are very disappointed and she said to tell Archie that he is supposed to let them in when they call. Her banana (mobile) couldnt get a signal but she didnt know if he had one  :shocked:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 07, 2015, 17:19:25 PM
Oh no Archie says this is terrible and says come back :hairrasin:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: bickhamwitch on November 07, 2015, 17:32:28 PM
Is Archie still doing okay. When I saw there was a post about him I thought there might be a problem. Having disappeared for a while I have lost track.
Julie.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 08, 2015, 12:25:13 PM
Thanks Julie, he is so much better now and will finish abs in a few days. :hug:

He has a vets appointment tomorrow to see how his treatment is going :shify:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on November 08, 2015, 15:16:45 PM
Sasa has used all her petrol allowance so nor mor car for a while  :evillaugh: :evillaugh: :evillaugh:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 08, 2015, 17:00:58 PM
Archie says, come back when you can Sasa :evillaugh:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 09, 2015, 20:35:15 PM
Archie got on well at the vet and has another week of abs to be on the safe side. I have to take him back next Monday with another sample for testing :sick:

The last sample test cost £100 but I think the next one will be cheaper :)

He is beginning to be like his old self again, something i have not seen for a long, long time :)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: McKitties (Katie) on November 09, 2015, 21:49:03 PM
That's great news ;D

Sounds like they are being very thorough too.

Must be lovely to have your old cat back!  >:( ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 09, 2015, 22:06:16 PM
Thanks Katy, the vet has been great ;D

It is wonderful to have the old Archie back again :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: bickhamwitch on November 09, 2015, 23:32:19 PM
Glad Archie got on okay at the vet. Such a relief for you to have him back to his old self almost.
Julie.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 10, 2015, 04:14:53 AM
Thanks Julie, it is just great :hug: ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on November 10, 2015, 08:39:55 AM
So happy that you have the old Archie back and he must have been feeling very bad before.

I think if the test can prove that the bugs have bgone the cost is worth it  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Tigerlily (Allison) on November 10, 2015, 15:48:53 PM
Glad things are going well Alison....apart from having to collect the poo sample  :evillaugh:

Do you not have insurance?
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 10, 2015, 17:01:38 PM
Thanks both, not looking forward to getting the poo sample :evillaugh:

You are right Gill and worth every penny :)
Title: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Nicola (RockysMum) on November 14, 2015, 13:16:21 PM
So glad he's on the mend! Must be such a weight lifted!
Poo samples, such fun ;D

My vet has said if he needs one from Chester he'll just take a swab as its fresher & guaranteed not to be contaminated.

Beats carrying a cat poo in my handbag ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 14, 2015, 14:56:16 PM
Nicola that sounds a good idea, will talk to my vet about it ;D

Not very happy about carting it around in my bag :sick: :evillaugh:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on November 14, 2015, 20:41:05 PM
Hurrah! for Archie and  :hug: for both of you.
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 15, 2015, 21:28:38 PM
Thank you Lyn :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on November 15, 2015, 21:34:14 PM
You are more than welcome  ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 16, 2015, 19:38:12 PM
Archie discharged, so happy ;D

Just got to take poo sample in to make sure bacteria fully gone.

If it happens again he will be screened right away
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Sue P (Paddysmum) on November 16, 2015, 19:42:10 PM
Aw Alison, that's the best of news!!    :wow:  Am so happy.    :)
Title: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Nicola (RockysMum) on November 16, 2015, 19:56:56 PM
Yay! Wonderful news. I know how relieved you'll be feeling :)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Tigerlily (Allison) on November 16, 2015, 20:08:30 PM
Fab new Alison  ;D ;D :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: McKitties (Katie) on November 16, 2015, 20:56:10 PM
Yay, great news Alison. Worth it in the end eh? Little rascal, worrying you!  :innocent:
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Lyn (Slugsta) on November 16, 2015, 23:01:26 PM
That is great news Alison! :)
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on November 17, 2015, 00:27:37 AM
Great new Alison  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Blood in Archie's poo again
Post by: alisonandarchie on November 17, 2015, 07:35:59 AM
Thank you all soo much :hug: :hug: :hug: