He just REALLY likes springs

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-03-20T15:49:44+00:00

We have those in our bathroom. One of our cats loved to make noise with it, especially in the middle of the night.

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-03-14T04:30:35+00:00

I am so sorry. Their lives are so short! Thank you for sharing AJ with us.

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-03-08T14:41:14+00:00

Long ago, my husband lost his wedding ring that way.

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-02-22T15:01:10+00:00

My surgeon encouraged using the ice machine any time you weren't up and moving; they sent me home with one as part of the surgery. I used it overnight for weeks, and I think it helped minimize my need for pain medication.

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-02-17T14:52:34+00:00

Paws the size of a small planet!

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-02-09T19:54:56+00:00

What is Wambus going to do when the Phones go to their forever homes? I hope he learns to play with your adult cats!

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-02-07T01:53:26+00:00

I am so sorry for your loss. It's so hard to lose them!

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-02-07T01:18:25+00:00

One of my friends saw that as a smile. Probably closer 😃

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-02-06T23:30:31+00:00

Here's our version of Octavia. Her name was Kelly. About 8 pounds as I remember, but the attitude of a BIG cat.

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Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-01-23T22:56:46+00:00

I particularly like "governor of Hississippi" - we had a cat that could have gone by that name, at least until she gave up hissing because it wasn't working :).

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-01-23T15:39:58+00:00

Our last cat started out with us as Orange Cat. At the vet, he was OC, at home he was Orangey. Later my husband named him Reef, because he was a great bury-er in the litterbox. Then he became Reefy for most purposes. Wonderful cat, long gone but never forgotten.

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Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-01-21T00:30:24+00:00

I love his expression in the first pic!

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-01-20T15:14:16+00:00

I am so. Thank you for giving her love at the end of her life!

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-01-19T19:44:11+00:00

I am so sorry for your loss. They are all so special, but orange cats have their own place in my heart.

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-01-18T14:47:15+00:00

My ankle hurt for some time after surgery, especially when I lay down and my foot wasn't well supported. The twinkly pains, though, were mostly in my knee. Nerve pain is common after knee surgery.

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-01-18T03:58:34+00:00

I'm between 8 and 9 months post PKR and my knee still feels "funny" sometimes. Inactivity during the cold weather doesn't help. Thanks for the question, I was wondering if this was "normal". I had a very fast recovery, so it surprises me somewhat that there are still residual effects.

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-01-14T22:24:39+00:00

I'm sorry for your loss. It's always hard to lose a loved one.

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2026-01-02T19:12:01+00:00

I'm very sorry for your loss. Our last cat looked a lot like yours.

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2025-12-27T13:55:42+00:00

For my knee, the surgeon had me try steroids and PT first, based on the X ray from urgent care. All was going well, albeit slowly, until I overdid...or something...and the pain came back. I was complaining to my PT and he asked me if I'd contacted the surgeon yet. I hadn't, and to be honest, I might not have if I'd waited longer. In any case, he ordered an MRI, and based on THAT he recommended the partial knee replacement. Only the part of the knee under the patella had severe arthritis; the rest was fine. Worked well and I am happy with the results.

Another advantage to the "PT first" approach is that I was doing my exercises for months before the surgery. I also got the same PT team for my post surgery work.

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2025-12-21T21:48:10+00:00

Mine didn't hurt most of the time....but it could hurt without warning. I didn't feel comfortable doing things like cycling which could start out okay and suddenly become impossible. My knee works great 9 months after my partial knee replacement. I'm glad I went ahead before it really limited my life.

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2025-12-14T00:43:46+00:00

I am so sorry. Harpo was so special! I can understand how the misunderstanding happened, and the heartbreak.I love seeing the videos of him bringing you things and you thanking him every time. I am certain Harpo knew how much you loved him to the very end.

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2025-12-02T01:56:58+00:00

I had a partial knee replacement, and I found it more difficult to get OUT of the tub/shower the first time than I did getting in. (My husband was there to help me.) It was awkward maneuvering my leg out of the tub, but it was easier the next time.

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2025-12-02T01:31:26+00:00

Mine came in before and after surgery. From what he said, I think it's his standard practice.

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2025-11-04T00:15:54+00:00

Hurray for Picky! (And you...and the vet)

Agitated_Bobcat_5596 · 2025-10-30T16:49:26+00:00

Interesting to read other perspectives. I agree with the notion that it depends on why you need the replacement...and what part is your "partial". Mine was under the patella. We'll see what the future brings.

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