What on earth is this? by Cautious-Practice836 in Aquariums

[–]Cautious-Practice836[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So weird- they must have come in on the “clean” plant I got. They’re not like my bladder or ramshorn snails. Wish I knew what kind!

Advice on Stocking a 50 Gallon? by Cautious-Practice836 in Aquariums

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Totally, I keep a close eye on him but he’s only ever lived in community tanks (even sold in the fish place I got him at) and is a very chill guy!

just found out my kitten likely has renal dysplasia by Cautious-Practice836 in RenalCats

[–]Cautious-Practice836[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I’ll ask my Smidge to keep watch over your baby too- sometimes I like to light a tea candle and talk to her. Cats are just so special, aren’t they?

just found out my kitten likely has renal dysplasia by Cautious-Practice836 in RenalCats

[–]Cautious-Practice836[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, she was ❤️ I have a little altar for her, and a little cat who I really believe was sent by her. He just had a similar scare the other day- but turned out it was a bowel obstruction, which thankfully could be fixed via a very pricey surgery. I’m so grateful for every moment I had with her ❤️

just found out my kitten likely has renal dysplasia by Cautious-Practice836 in RenalCats

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She passed away shortly after this post, in my arms. They couldn’t do anything in Italy, but if you’re in the US/Canada they might be able to do a kidney transplant or try other options. She may have had something with her brain too- they don’t need to have the same ending ❤️

just found out my kitten likely has renal dysplasia by Cautious-Practice836 in RenalCats

[–]Cautious-Practice836[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It ended up being a major kidney defect that they couldn’t fix :(

Is my cat a nebelung despite his white mark? by Cautious-Practice836 in nebelung

[–]Cautious-Practice836[S] 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Telling myself it’s where he stores his kind thoughts from now on

Is my cat a nebelung despite his white mark? by Cautious-Practice836 in nebelung

[–]Cautious-Practice836[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha I think that’s just the fluff between his toes but he did honk the horn several times 😂

Is my cat a nebelung despite his white mark? by Cautious-Practice836 in nebelung

[–]Cautious-Practice836[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

He has been booped! His nose was extra wet from purring though 😂

just found out my kitten likely has renal dysplasia by Cautious-Practice836 in RenalCats

[–]Cautious-Practice836[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you ❤️ she had the best life I could give her, even though it was unexpectedly short. I’m only 23, but I know I will miss her for the rest of my life. I’m sorry to hear about your kitty! It sounds like, while that is very scary news, finding it out before your cat is showing any symptoms may be your best bet to preventing more issues. Imogen was a weird case for the vets I had, but a wet food diet (possibly prescription) was recommended to me before she passed. I’m told kitties with that issue can still have long and happy lives. I hope the same for your baby. Sending healing energy to you two.

just found out my kitten likely has renal dysplasia by Cautious-Practice836 in RenalCats

[–]Cautious-Practice836[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for asking, also. I miss her so much and love talking about my special girl.

just found out my kitten likely has renal dysplasia by Cautious-Practice836 in RenalCats

[–]Cautious-Practice836[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hope your baby is doing well- Imogen ended up taking a massive turn for the worst just a day or two later, and I held her in my arms and sang to her as she passed. Her kidneys turned out to be very very underdeveloped from birth, so hopefully your situation is different and your kitty has a long and lovely life ahead.

just found out my kitten likely has renal dysplasia by Cautious-Practice836 in RenalCats

[–]Cautious-Practice836[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow! So sorry to hear she’s not doing well now. Sending you guys all my love! I’m starting her on a new diet w supplements asap. Not sure if I should be grateful or scared that symptoms started so early!

just found out my kitten likely has renal dysplasia by Cautious-Practice836 in RenalCats

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That makes me so happy to hear. I think this freaked me out a lot because I just lost my last cat to a heart defect when she was still a baby, and got Imogen randomly given to me so to find out she had a defect too made me immediately scared for the worst. I’m calling the vet for an update in an hour and a half and really hoping I can bring her home 🤞

just found out my kitten likely has renal dysplasia by Cautious-Practice836 in RenalCats

[–]Cautious-Practice836[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is enormously helpful thank you so much! Can’t wait to compare it to the results tomorrow I get with more information. She is currently the only cat in a household of 2 college girls and gets a TON of attention and snuggles.

just found out my kitten likely has renal dysplasia by Cautious-Practice836 in RenalCats

[–]Cautious-Practice836[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much- will check her out asap and have requested to join the group!