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Title: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gillian Harvey on April 14, 2008, 22:58:38 PM
Gypsy had cat flu - the herpesvirus about 3 years ago - she was really ill with it and wouldnt eat, really though I might lose her. However she did recover slowly and after that she had several recurrences, less severe than the initial illness. She's been fine for about a year now, maybe the occasional sniffle, but nothing serious until now.

She started sneezing and I just thought it would run its course like usual, but last week it developed into coughing (a horrid crackley cough). I took her to the vet last Wed (she was still eating up till this point) vet gave her antibiotic injection and tablets. By that evening she didnt want any tea and seemed worse. She didnt eat for a few days, but I thought I'd see how she went over the weekend, anyway she still wasnt eating, so I started syringing liquivite, which she clearly didnt want but I knew she had to have some nourishment.

I've taken her back this morning as she was no better and still not eating, vet gave her vitB injection, different tabs (Oxycare - never had those before) and dexadresen (don't know why that one!) She's still not eaten on her own, I've managed to hand feed her her some a/d and she has drunk some water of her own accord, but she's still very poorly - just lying on her side and the horrible coughing - what else can I do,
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on April 14, 2008, 23:01:44 PM
Oh dear poor Gypsy  :hug: :hug:

I dont know but if she is drinking and had some ad that will be good for her,. How long did the vet say it would take for the meds to have an effect?

All you can do is keep watch over her I think  :hug: :hug:

I hope she improves over night
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on April 14, 2008, 23:16:07 PM
Poor Gypsy  :hug:  There's not a lot you can do apart from what you're doing, the main thing at this point is keeping up her fluids and if need be, you can syringe her the a/d.    Oxycare are usually okay for cat flu symptoms, what dosage have they given you?  It may be a couple of days before she starts feeling better and the vitamin B should encourage her with her eating.  Keeping everything crossed she starts to feel better soon, and as Gill said, keep an eye on her.  If she gets any worse, I would get her straight back in again  :hug:  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: pappilon on April 15, 2008, 00:01:38 AM
Oh Gillian, i do hope Gypsy feels better by tomorrow , sending you and Gypsy  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Gillian Harvey on April 15, 2008, 00:08:28 AM
 :thanks:

How long did the vet say it would take for the meds to have an effect?

She didnt say, and I kinda expected improvement straight away (after the vet gave her a tab this morn) - daft I know! - but especially since she'd already been having nisamox - obviously that wasnt having any effect though.

the main thing at this point is keeping up her fluids and if need be, you can syringe her the a/d.    Oxycare are usually okay for cat flu symptoms, what dosage have they given you? 

I was quite pleased she's drunk a fair bit of her own accord as she hadnt been before. Vet has given me oxycare 50mg tabs -1 tab twice a day. Its this crackly cough - she hasnt had this before. I was worried it had gone to her chest - but vet thinks not, thinks its still upper respiratory.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on April 15, 2008, 00:14:55 AM
Did the vet just give a vitamin injection this morning or an antibiotic one as well?  Usually an antibiotic jab gets into the system quicker than tablets and should bring down any temp if she's got one.  It may be worth getting some Olbas oil or similar to help clear her up a little bit, you would only need to put some in some hot water so she can breathe in the fumes.   Fingers crossed she'll start feeling alot better soon  :hug:  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Bazsmum on April 15, 2008, 03:27:52 AM
Sending healing vibes for Gypsy~~~~~~Get Well Soon!  :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: clarenmax on April 15, 2008, 09:15:20 AM
Poor Gypsy, and poor you, it must be horrible to hear a nasty cough  :hug:

Sending loads of get well soon wishes over to dear Gypsy  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Mark on April 15, 2008, 09:47:45 AM
I hope she is feeling better today - poor Gypsy  :ahh:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Dawn F on April 15, 2008, 10:05:43 AM
hope she is better soon, Oscar has calici and I know how horrible it can be when they have a flare up
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Felix (Caroline) on April 15, 2008, 11:44:07 AM
Hope Gypsy gets better real soon, sending lots and hugs to you both xx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Leanne on April 15, 2008, 11:52:44 AM
Poor Gypsy   :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - NOT RESPONDING TO TREATMENT,
Post by: Gillian Harvey on April 15, 2008, 12:40:11 PM
I thought she was improving slightly, yesterday evening she seemed more comfortable and I hand fed her some a/d. This morning she had her tablet and  little later I hand fed her some a/d. About an hour ago I noticed she was open-mouth breathing and her breathing was distressed/laboured.

Vet has admitted her and she's in an oxygen tent
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Dawn F on April 15, 2008, 12:41:26 PM
oh Gillian, poor Gypsy
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: sheryl on April 15, 2008, 13:06:58 PM
Oh Gillian, what a worry. 

Get better soon Gypsy xxxx Big  :hug: for you Gillian xxx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Gillian Harvey on April 15, 2008, 14:14:01 PM
Vet thinks she might have pneumonia  :(
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Dawn F on April 15, 2008, 14:15:33 PM
will she be staying in Gillian?  How old is she?  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: clarenmax on April 15, 2008, 14:18:20 PM
Sending big hugs over to you Gillian, what a worry  :hug: :hug:

Come on little one, get well soon xxxxxx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on April 15, 2008, 14:23:33 PM
Keep your chin up hun, she's in the best place and it's amazing how much of a difference being in an Oxygen tent makes  :hug:  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: candyshandy on April 15, 2008, 14:53:13 PM
The oxygen should help her a lot.  Its hard I know after going through all that with fabes last week.  But I just kept telling myself he was in the best place.

Hugs to you and Gypsy

xxx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Tiggy's Mum on April 15, 2008, 15:54:07 PM
Sending positive vibes Gypsy's way  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Gwen on April 15, 2008, 15:54:26 PM
Hope Gypsy gets better soon :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Leanne on April 15, 2008, 16:37:31 PM
 :hug: :hug: :hug:

Hope Gypsy improves, she really is in the best place right now
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Gillian Harvey on April 15, 2008, 17:46:36 PM
 :thanks: everyone

She's gonna be staying in overnight at least. I just went in, iin the hope of seeing her, but she was sleeping and better not to disturb as at least she must be feeling a bit more comfortable if she's able to sleep - earlier this morn she kept shifting postiion unable to settle at all. Vet nurse has been monitoring her all afternoon and thinks the breathing's eased a tiny bit, don't know what's gonna happen when nurse goes home, I mean, its good that the vet actually lives in the flat above the surgery, so can look in on her, but what if something happens during the night?

I'm worried about her not eating too, apart from a few mouthfuls of a/d this morning, and yesterday evening plus a little liquivite the day before, she hasnt eaten properly since - well, nearly a week now  :( - vet knows this, but surely she needs force feeding with avengence now?
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on April 15, 2008, 20:03:00 PM
I hope that Gypsy improves quickly  :hug: :hug:

Isnt she on IV feeding?

Maybe she will be well enough for you to visit her tomorrow and I am sure she knows you are thinking about her  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Bazsmum on April 15, 2008, 20:14:17 PM
All your fears are normal Gillian... :hug: :hug: :hug:

I hope she picks up greatly overnight and she is ready to come home soon!  ;)
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Kittybabe (Ruth) on April 15, 2008, 20:45:09 PM
 :hug: offering my thoughts and support, Gillian. I know you are going to have a rough night. Hopefully, Gypsy will have a settled night. xx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: alisonandarchie on April 15, 2008, 20:46:00 PM
Thinking about you and Gypsy :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Christine (Blip) on April 15, 2008, 20:51:59 PM
Gillian, I am thinking of Gypsy and of you  :hug:

Best

xC
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: CurlyCatz on April 15, 2008, 22:04:14 PM
Hope gypsy is feeling better soon gillian  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Desley (booktigger) on April 16, 2008, 07:51:33 AM
Only just caught up with this, fingers crossed for her Gillian.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Gillian Harvey on April 16, 2008, 09:56:25 AM
Gypsy's not responding, please can someone help, vet thinks she should be pts she's not ok out of the oxgen tent,
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly
Post by: Dawn F on April 16, 2008, 09:59:24 AM
Gillian I've nothing sensible to say  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly -NOT RESPONDING TO TREATMENT VET FEELS SHOUDL PTS
Post by: Bazsmum on April 16, 2008, 10:08:51 AM
Oh no! Dont have any medical knowledge on this hun all I can do is hope someone with extensive knowledge will see this thread for you...... :scared:

Gypsy and yourself are in my thoughts and prayers....... :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: 

 :wish:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly -NOT RESPONDING TO TREATMENT VET FEELS SHOUDL PTS
Post by: Kittybabe (Ruth) on April 16, 2008, 10:11:59 AM
Gillian, have you asked for second opinion hon? Why does your vet think there is no hope?
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly -NOT RESPONDING TO TREATMENT VET FEELS SHOUDL PTS
Post by: LesleyW on April 16, 2008, 10:14:51 AM
Only just caught up with this thread.  So sorry to hear about Gypsy Gillian.  Have you been to see the Vet this morning or just spoken on the phone?

Sending all love and wishes to you and Gypsy  :grouphug: :wish:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Leanne on April 16, 2008, 12:59:29 PM
Gillian I don't know anything about this either, but I'm thinking of you  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Dawn F on April 16, 2008, 12:59:52 PM
Gillian - I have noticed the title has changed, I'm so sorry to hear this, I know that she must have had a wonderful life with you  :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: candyshandy on April 16, 2008, 13:01:03 PM
I had posted a message but then saw the title had changed so I have deleted it.

I'm so sorry Gillian :'(

xxxxx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: LesleyW on April 16, 2008, 13:01:46 PM
Giliian, I am so sorry, this is turning out to be a horrible week for alot of us - my thoughts are with you  :hug: :hug: :hug:.  Sweet dreams little Gypsy.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Sabrina (Auferstehen) on April 16, 2008, 13:03:58 PM
I'm so very sorry.

 :hug:

Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gillian Harvey on April 16, 2008, 13:05:27 PM
Jane the vet thinks must have been something else going on in the lungs - tumor maybe, she wanted me to come down asap as she felt she was suffering, but even on the drive there I thought I'm sure she'll pick up, but as soon as I saw her I knew she wasnt going to get better, she had deteriorated so much and was very distressed and crying - I couldnt bear it. My lovely laid back Gypsy, I'm heartbroken.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Bazsmum on April 16, 2008, 13:08:49 PM
Oh NOOO! Gillian words cannot express....... :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

RIP Sweet Gypsy xxx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Dawn F on April 16, 2008, 13:10:03 PM
Gillian it doesn't sound like you had any choice sometimes we have to let go even though it is hard for us - please take care of yourself :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Kittybabe (Ruth) on April 16, 2008, 13:10:08 PM
Oh Gillian.

I am so very very sorry for your loss.  My thoughts are with you.

RIP Sweet Gypsy xxx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: candyshandy on April 16, 2008, 13:16:41 PM
I'm a big believer in 'knowing' when its time to go to the Bridge.

You have been very brave Gillian and done the best for Gypsy  ((((hugs))))

xx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Mark on April 16, 2008, 13:27:28 PM
So sorry Gillian - I don't know what to say  :'(  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: clarenmax on April 16, 2008, 13:39:04 PM
I'm so sorry Gillian  :hug:  From what you've said, it sounds like you had no choice but to let Gypsy go, and I'm sure she is very grateful to you that you haven't let her suffer.

All my thoughts are with you xxxx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Ela on April 16, 2008, 13:40:38 PM
I am so sorry hopefully Gypsy will have met my Gypsy who went to the bridge a week ago today.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Den on April 16, 2008, 13:40:52 PM
I'm so sorry Gillian  :(  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Leanne on April 16, 2008, 13:42:49 PM
Oh Gillian, I'm so so sorry  :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gwen on April 16, 2008, 13:49:29 PM
My thaughts are with you Gillian,you gave her the greatest gift when she needed it the most :hug:

RIP little one :'(
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Jasmine on April 16, 2008, 13:55:26 PM
So sorry Gillian :'(

Jas
 X
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Mojo on April 16, 2008, 14:03:35 PM
RIP Beautiful Gypsy  :(

So sorry Gillian, please take care of yourself xxxxx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: feebee on April 16, 2008, 14:20:14 PM
  :'(

I'm so sorry Gillian.

You had the courage to do the right thing  :hug:

RIP Gypsy

Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Tiggy's Mum on April 16, 2008, 14:30:28 PM
Sorry to hear the sad news Gillian  :hug:  You did the kindest thing for her, she'll be safe and sound at the Bridge by now waiting for you until you are ready to collect her x
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: MrsR on April 16, 2008, 14:35:03 PM
I am so sorry hun x
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: sheryl on April 16, 2008, 15:03:30 PM
So very sorry Gillian - thinkingof you Hun xxx  :hug:

RIP Gypsy - send your Mummy a sign to let her know you have arrived at the bridge, play hard sweetheart xxx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: hOrZa on April 16, 2008, 15:15:57 PM
:RIP: :'(
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: bunglycat on April 16, 2008, 15:28:22 PM
So very sorry to hear this news   :'(-  sending big  :hug: :hug: to you and the other cats.
 :RIP: little Gypsy - meet lots of little playmates on the bridge to  love you and play with.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Angiew on April 16, 2008, 15:33:40 PM
take care Gillian.  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gillian Harvey on April 16, 2008, 15:38:51 PM
Thanks everyone  :thanks: I'm still in shock I think, don't want to believe its happened, a week ago when I first took her I had no thoughts that a week later she wouldnt still be with me. She was only just 10. Her pedigree name suited her - Snushee 'NaughtyButNice' !

The most recent pic of her was only March - in her usual laid back fashion!

(http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb234/scruffyjoe/Cats/Gypsyrelaxation2.jpg)

And she loved being under the duvet

(http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb234/scruffyjoe/Cats/Sundaymorninglie-in.jpg)
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: ginge66 on April 16, 2008, 15:51:54 PM
Just caught up with this. So sorry to hear of your loss, it must be such a shock, the pictures are lovely.

R.I.P Gypsy :(
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Christie on April 16, 2008, 16:08:06 PM
Very sorry to hear this; my most sincere condolences.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: alisonandarchie on April 16, 2008, 16:59:00 PM
Thinking about you Gillian :hug: Be at peace Gypsy :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on April 16, 2008, 17:56:44 PM
Gillian I am so very sorry and words fail me . You did the kindest thing for Gypsy and this must be such a terrible shock to happen so quickly  :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

RIP Gypsy, you are so loved . Play hard on the Bridge little one, your paw will always be in your meowmys heart.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Christine (Blip) on April 16, 2008, 18:07:55 PM
Gillian, I am so sorry for your loss.  My thoughts are with you.

xChristine
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: cat man do on April 16, 2008, 18:34:30 PM
So sorry Gillian.

Sending hugs to you from me and the gang.

Take care

 :hug:

RIP Gypsy

Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Sam (Fussy_Furball) on April 16, 2008, 18:35:24 PM
Gillian I've only just caught up with this :(

I'm so sorry to hear about Gypsy.   :hug: :hug:

RIP Gypsy ... no more pain little lady.  Play hard at the bridge and look out for all the Purrs kitties who will look after you.  :Luv2:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Pinkbear (Julie) on April 16, 2008, 18:36:55 PM
Gillian, I'm so sorry for your loss.  :hug: :hug:

For Gypsy.. :RIP:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Teresa Pawcats on April 16, 2008, 19:28:36 PM
Gillian
I am so sorry. :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: blackcat on April 16, 2008, 19:30:38 PM
Gillian, so sorry she is gone. Take care of yourself and remember her as she was, not as you last saw her.  :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: claws n purrs on April 16, 2008, 19:46:53 PM
So sorry to hear about Gypsy  :(

RIP Gypsy  :candle:

Big  :care: to you, Gillian.

Dee x
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: tammy on April 16, 2008, 20:00:56 PM
Im sorry to hear about Gipsy Gillian.  :(

You are in my thoughts  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: dolcetta46 on April 16, 2008, 20:04:09 PM
I am so sorry Gillian... beautiful Gypsy, you will never be forgotten.  Have tonz of fun over the bridge and watch over your family still down here, who will be missing you so much. :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: ChrisB on April 16, 2008, 21:04:21 PM
So sorry Gillian - thinking of you.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Liz on April 16, 2008, 21:23:04 PM
So sorry to hear of the loss of Gypsy, another special baby taken to soon

Only ever borrowed never owned but always a pawprint in you heart :hug:

Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Reynard on April 16, 2008, 23:14:14 PM
Oh Gillian... Sorry to hear about Gypsy.

 :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Tan on April 16, 2008, 23:26:17 PM
 :'( Oh Hun i'm so sorry, she was and always will be with you in your heart. When ever you want to talk to her she will hear you.

Will be thinking of you and sending luv and hugs over to you all.
 :Luv: :Luv:

Rest easy Darlin Gypsy  :Luv:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Dawn (DiddyDawn) on April 16, 2008, 23:28:12 PM
I'm so sorry Gillian and my thoughts and prayers are with you  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  Gypsy will be at peace now and in time you'll be able to think of her and smile, you take care and give all your other furbabes a cuddle for me  :hug:  :hug:

 :RIP: Gorgeous girl, sweet dreams, xxxxxxxxx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Susanne (urbantigers) on April 16, 2008, 23:30:19 PM
I'm so sorry to hear about Gypsy, Gillian  :hug: :hug:

RIP Gypsy  :RIP:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Desley (booktigger) on April 17, 2008, 08:08:17 AM
I am so sorry to hear this Gillian, she was a pretty girl. RIP little one, and do send a sign down to your mum soon.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: ems on April 17, 2008, 16:22:34 PM
I'm so sorry Gillian  :hug:

Goodnight beautiful Gypsy  :RIP:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: pappilon on April 17, 2008, 18:54:49 PM
Gillian i am so sorry. :hug: :hug: :hug:

 :RIP: beautifull Gypsy.  :(
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Felix (Caroline) on April 17, 2008, 22:33:03 PM
So so sorry Gillian  R I P Gypsy xxx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: ClaireR on April 17, 2008, 23:01:01 PM
I am so sorry to hear this Gillian.  Sending hugs to you at this sad time.  My thoughts are with you.  It is the hardest thing to have to make that decision, but you did what was best for your little girl.

Claire xxx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gillian Harvey on April 17, 2008, 23:57:31 PM
Thank you  :thanks: everyone for your lovely messages, it means a lot. I read them this morning and wanted to respond then, but I couldnt and I'm finding it hard to do anything without falling apart as its all sinking in now, so I'll try and say more tomorrow.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Bazsmum on April 18, 2008, 02:26:02 AM
When you are ready hun...take your time! Thinking of you!  :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Desley (booktigger) on April 18, 2008, 07:32:54 AM
Aww, Gillian - we dont expect you to respond, we know how hard times like this are, and so much harder when it is sudden and unexpected. WE just wanted to support you, and if we could take the pain away, we would.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: MrsR on April 18, 2008, 10:01:49 AM
 :hug: thinking of you sweetie x
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: ccmacey on April 18, 2008, 10:19:33 AM
So sorry Gillian, thinking of you  :hug:

RIP Gypsy x
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Rosella moggy on April 18, 2008, 13:44:40 PM
Sorry not to have posted before Gillian but don't know what to say other than so very sorry for your loss  :'(

So terribly sad.  Take care of yourself  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gillian Harvey on April 18, 2008, 13:50:04 PM
This is a nightmare, Lucy's not well now, she's not been eating the past couple of days and her breathing looks shallow to me, I've got an appointment at vets this evening, I've lost 3 cats, my lovely girls, over the past 10 months, this is so hard.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Dawn F on April 18, 2008, 13:55:29 PM
oh Gillian I hope this is just a horrible coincidence - fingers crossed for Lucy
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: clarenmax on April 18, 2008, 13:58:19 PM
I will pray that all is well at the vets with Lucy this evening hun  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Kittybabe (Ruth) on April 18, 2008, 14:00:05 PM
 :hug: same here. Let us know how she gets on. Hopefully its just a little blip.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Bazsmum on April 18, 2008, 14:02:58 PM
 :wish: :wish: :wish: :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: dolcetta46 on April 18, 2008, 14:33:12 PM
My bestust wishes for Lucy as well... please no more sad news for Gillian, or for us for that matter!!  :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: swampmaxmum on April 18, 2008, 14:35:15 PM
I'm so sorry Gillian and hope for nothing but the very best for Lucy this evening and the vet can sort her out. thinking of you  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: tammy on April 18, 2008, 15:27:45 PM
sooo soorrryy to hear this Gillian, Ive klsot 2cats in 6months and that was hard too.

Good Luck
:Luv2:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: tigerbaby on April 18, 2008, 15:56:42 PM
Sorry to hear this Gillian... sending healing thoughts Lucy's way.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Christine (Blip) on April 18, 2008, 18:56:53 PM
Let us know how Lucy gets on at her appointment :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on April 18, 2008, 19:39:50 PM
I do hope that Lucy is Ok and sending lots of good wishes for her  :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gwen on April 18, 2008, 20:18:09 PM
Sorry to hear that Lucy isn't well,hope you get some good news from the vet :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Rosella moggy on April 18, 2008, 20:47:46 PM
Waiting to hear about Lucy with everything crossed Gillian  :(
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on April 18, 2008, 20:48:33 PM
I am so worried, I hope Lucy is Ok
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Bazsmum on April 18, 2008, 20:49:38 PM
Ditto.....Thinking of you both!  :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: pappilon on April 18, 2008, 21:54:17 PM
Oh Gillian, sending positive thoughts for Lucy. Thinking of you both. :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gwen on April 18, 2008, 23:25:21 PM
Thinking of you and Lucy :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gillian Harvey on April 19, 2008, 01:14:44 AM
Thank you again everyone  :thanks: started another thread for Lucy.

Everything seems really strange here, the group dynamic has changed, the cats are all sleeping in different places  and they seem dotted around the house, rather than all snuggled together like they often were. With Gypsy gone and Lucy withdrawing because she's poorly, nothing seems right.

Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Bazsmum on April 19, 2008, 03:29:54 AM
 :grouphug:  :care:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Moggy73 on April 19, 2008, 12:04:55 PM
Having read this sad thread... just want to send positive thoughts and love to you and Lucy.. :hug:

 :candle: R.I.P Gyspy xx



Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Yvonne on April 19, 2008, 23:23:08 PM
So sorry to hear about Gypsy


With heavy hearts; and a tear in our eyes
after all these years; we must say goodbye
Please understand; we've done all we could
if there was anything we could do; you know we would

I'm sitting right here; gently rubbing your ears
while I talk to you softly; trying to hold back the tears
The memories you gave us; we'll never forget
especially the ones; of the day we all met

One last hug; and one last kiss
you have no idea; how much you'll be missed
To look into your eyes; this one last time
you tell me it's ok; you know it's your time

Dream of that special day and time
when we'll meet at the Bridge; and all will be fine
We'll run and play; side by side
with a soft warm feeling; deep down inside

Your memory will live on; in each one of us
you'll always be number 1; to all of us

So with heavy hearts; and tears in our eyes
just for now my friend; we say Goodbye.


 :RIP: :candle:   :RIP: :candle:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Corporal Smokey on April 20, 2008, 19:18:14 PM
So sorry to hear about Gypsy  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gillian Harvey on April 21, 2008, 22:52:16 PM
Thank you for your messages  :thanks: a lot of my attention has been focused on Lucy, now she's well again, its all hitting home that I've lost Gypsy  :'(

I keep thinking what if I'd got her to the vets sooner - I mean she was coughing a few days before I took her, BUT she was still eating ok then, so I didnt think it was that urgent and was convinced antibiotic treatment would soon get her right, and also felt reassured that my vet didnt seem overly concerned. I don't really understand why the first antibiotics had no effect at all, and by the time I'd realised they werent working, it was the weekend, and I took her back on the Monday, which is when she was given different antibiotics, steroid etc. Then it was only the next morning Tuesday, when I noticed the open mouth breathing and took her back again straight away. They put her in the oxygen tent and started different antibitoics again and the bronchodilators, but she deteriorated so much from when I took her on Tuesday morning to when I saw her again Wednesday morning in such distress.

I know I probably shouldnt be dwelling on all this, but I can't help it, and as I said, the worry about Lucy has passed and this has all come back with avengence and I need to make sense of it all.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Yvonne on April 21, 2008, 23:06:58 PM
No, no - you must not feel guilty, it was not your fault.  I felt exactly the same way after Cleo died.
Please don't beat yourself up about it - you need to move on but in your own time and at your own pace.

 :hug:  Take care and remember that you did your best for Gypsy and and Gypsy would not blame you.   :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on April 21, 2008, 23:56:23 PM
you did everything you could for gypsy and its part of the grieving process to feel guilty but there is nothing to blame yourseld for.  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Desley (booktigger) on April 22, 2008, 08:01:34 AM
Aww Gillian - it honestly doesn't sound as though you could have done anything different to be honest, and I think it is something that only time will help with.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Bazsmum on April 22, 2008, 10:06:08 AM
I echo what everyone is saying Gillian.....you are now questioning yourself and I am positive that if you had had an incline (sp?) what Gypsy's outcome would of been you would of acted differently....But you wer'nt to know....the vets did'nt even know so please try not to be too hard on yourself.... :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gillian Harvey on April 25, 2008, 23:02:46 PM
Feeling very sad today, I bought Gypsy's ashes home.  :( I can't seem to stop crying - out shopping yesterday and I just felt myself welling up, and again when I was talking to a new grooming customer this afternoon - and then in front of the CAB advisor (mind you expect they're used to that!) The little casket came with a sympathy card from the crematorium owners (family run) and of course the little lock of her fur.....thank goodness I knew to expect it. Its so heartbreaking though, a little piece of her fur, I just want my girl back.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on April 25, 2008, 23:06:30 PM
Its so early days yet Gillian and am sure that this will happen often   :hug: :hug:

You have Gypsy back and thats bound to be an emotional time. You are just acting as any normal person would, dont worry you know the only healer is time, a very long time  :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Desley (booktigger) on April 25, 2008, 23:14:52 PM
Aww, Gillian, it is understandably still so hard, things happened so suddenly you didn't get chance to expect this, and it is soo much harder to deal with when it is unexpected. And getting their ashes back is such a final thing, and another reminder. You will get days like this, but things will get easier in time. Big hugs to you.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: bunglycat on April 25, 2008, 23:25:09 PM
Hi Gill -sending  :hug: :hug: to you from me and the Lincoln looneys ( as they have been today !!) .
Hope Lucy starts picking up soon too.
I have my ashes from Oscar and Bonnie just above my bed with their pics and i give them a kiss every night and Oscars been gone 10 years and Bonnie 9 years -it eventually gets easier .
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: alisonandarchie on April 25, 2008, 23:34:54 PM
Thinking about you :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Bazsmum on April 26, 2008, 07:28:24 AM
Gypsy's gonna send you the biggest rainbow Gillian, she is still with you and in your heart she will stay.... :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: swampmaxmum on April 26, 2008, 10:17:19 AM
 :hug:  :hug: Gillian xxx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: madkittyrescue on April 27, 2008, 07:49:12 AM
oh Gillian, just caught up with this thread and I am so so sorry to hear of Gypsy's passing.  :hug:   :hug:

It is never easy to lose our babies especially when it is so sudden and unexpected.  She is at peace now and you must try to tell yourself this or else you will beat yourself up.  Sometimes things go the way we don't want and I think its natural to wish we could have done something different and to analyse what happened trying to make sense of it all.  But please don't feel guilty for anything you have done. You did all you could for Gypsy but it was her time, albeit far too soon and you have nothing to feel guilty for.  :hug:  :hug:

I truly believe that Jan (Our Founder) is up there waiting on all our furbabes when they arrive and will make sure they are OK and I'd like to think she is giving Gypsy cuddles and taking her under her wing.

My thoughts are with you and your furbabes.  :hug:  :hug:
xxx
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Dawn F on April 28, 2008, 09:38:50 AM
 :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Roz on April 28, 2008, 20:33:26 PM
Hello Gillian,

I am so sorry to read about your dear, beautiful little Persian, Gypsy.  You must be heartbroken and I just wish I could take the pain away for you.  But remember your little girl is at peace now, bless her, and will be watching over you from a place so fabulous that you could not even begin to imagine it....

'Those that we love and have lost
are waiting for us
in a place without parting
where we'll never
have to say goodbye again'

Gypsy will always be with you and she wouldn't want you to be unhappy.  Try to think of all the fun times and all the love and happiness that you shared together.  I'm certain that she couldn't have wished for a better life.

And Gillian, please do not blame yourself.  You did what you thought was right at the time and we can all be wise in hindsight.  I know exactly what you are going through....I think we've all been there.  'If only I had done this or not done that'..it's natural and part of the grieving process.  I had actually typed up a whole explanation about how my little Dubes died within a week of becoming ill....and how I wished to God that I hadn't taken her to the emergency vet on the night she died because I am certain that he caused her death.  He was so young and inexperienced and gave her anaesthetic when she was hyperventilating!!  She had only been seen for a further examination by the Senior partner earlier in the evening who didn't seem to think she was particularly ill... However, I decided to delete it in the end because I realised that it would not serve any purpose except to show how I still think the same thoughts.....and this was three years ago!  But I know that if my little angel had died at home I would have thought 'Oh why didn't I rush her in to the emergency hospital'  You see you can't win.

Gypsy had a doting mum who looked after her in the only way she knew how for as long as her little angel had on this earth.  Nobody could have done any more.

R.I.P Gypsy darling....God bless.....you were loved very much. 

Thinking of you Gillian :hug: :hug:

Roz
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: JackSpratt on April 28, 2008, 20:59:30 PM
I haven't put anything on this thread because there don't seem to be the right words.

I'm so sorry for your loss, Gillian. Gypsy will have known how much you loved her and that to me is one of the most important things.

Have fun at the Bridge, Gypsy.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Gillian Harvey on April 29, 2008, 00:32:56 AM
Thank you everyone  :thanks: It really helps to read your kind words and hear of your experiences too. Roz, I know what you mean, I was devastated that her last moments were spent overnight in the oxygen tent and not at home with me, but of course she would have suffered even more if I'd not taken her when I did and there was no way she could come home the state she was in, I don't even know if she knew I was there, I spoke to her and stroked her, I hope she did.

I just can't get those last moments out of my mind, I'm trying so hard to think of  happy times - she was so beautiful, not just in looks, beautiful inside - anyone came to the door, she was there to greet them, if they sat down she was straight on their lap, I loved that confidence she had, and that she was so laid back and easy going, I've not had a cat quite like her before.
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Bazsmum on April 29, 2008, 04:37:40 AM
Im sure she knows you were there Gillian..... :) In time these bad memories will fade and you will be able to smile and think of the good times you obviously shared!  :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Gypsy very poorly - She's gone
Post by: Desley (booktigger) on April 29, 2008, 07:54:51 AM
I agree with Ruth, Gillian, I am sure she knew you were there, she would have recognised the way you stroke her.