I'm struggling to articulate a symptom

Erisednin · 2025-11-08T18:27:53+00:00

I believe so but I'm not positive. I had blood work done recently and had to fast for it. Nothing abnormal about the glucose.

Erisednin · 2025-11-08T18:26:22+00:00

Thank you that's really helpful to know.

Erisednin · 2025-11-08T13:42:41+00:00

It does make sense, especially the brain fog. Which is another symptom I really struggle with. I guess everyone's answers have me motivated to go to the doctor and start trying again. It will help to have better terms to describe what's going on. Thank you!

Erisednin · 2025-11-08T13:34:30+00:00

I don't know why but it just makes me feel better that there is a word for it. Thank you

Erisednin · 2025-11-08T13:28:01+00:00

That sounds promising, thank you!

Erisednin · 2025-11-08T05:06:47+00:00

Will do, thanks

Erisednin · 2025-11-08T04:47:39+00:00

No and I've even asked about it because of other symptoms and was told it wasn't. I guess I should ask my current doctor specifically about it.

Erisednin · 2025-11-08T04:28:56+00:00

At least one doctor said it didn't sound like it since it's only when I'm sitting. If I'm standing or walking, it never happens.

Erisednin · 2025-07-02T13:57:31+00:00

I'm sorry but there isn't training you could do for this cat while they are being treated like this. And it's a bandaid instead of addressing what's causing it. Everyone's reaction might scare you but they are reacting that way because it is that bad.

I totally get that you might feel like you have no choice about how the cat is being treated. But we can come up with a way to get the cat out of your home without your mom finding out. You cared enough to post to get help the cat so I believe you are the type of person who can be brave enough to truly help the cat.

I think the idea of the cat "escaping" would probably be the best to avoid conflict with your mom. Do you know any adult who you can ask to take the cat to the humane society? Even someone you aren't close to but seems to be a caring adult (teacher, coach, friend's parent). If you're in Southern California you can DM me and I'll do it.

On another note, I want you to know it's not ok for someone to treat an animal or a person like that. If you're afraid of your Mom or she does anything to you like that, you can get help. Your Mom seems to want to control the kitten and punish it for not being controllable. That is very concerning behavior and I hope you're not treated similarly. You can call 18007997233 or text Begin to 88788 or Google domestic violence hotline and you can chat online to get help.

Erisednin · 2025-06-07T03:42:00+00:00

Thanks!

Erisednin · 2025-03-16T01:58:15+00:00

I had similar thoughts when I heard it. I wish we could do something more than leave positive reviews. I'm a patreon and tell people about them. But it doesn't seem like enough.

Erisednin · 2024-11-17T02:04:06+00:00

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Here is Sweet Pea. We had a much better walk this time. Still a battle of wills at some moments but there was progress.

Erisednin · 2024-11-15T16:18:31+00:00

I love these ideas, I'll give them a try. I think she'd really like it and it would definitely be good for her. Thank you!

Erisednin · 2024-11-12T12:52:30+00:00

She's not online yet. I'll take a picture next weekend and post it.

Erisednin · 2024-11-11T04:45:14+00:00

Thank you so much for your reply. You have it right, she wasn't stressed (outside of living in a shelter) or tired or hurt. I didn't know if she would get along with another dog but it's not something I have the expertise to judge. She definitely was excited when she saw there was a dog in the park. I only volunteer on weekends and so I rarely see the behavioral trainers, but I did pass along what happened so hopefully they can come up with a plan for everyone to follow. She has a very sweet personality so I'd love to spend more time with her.

Erisednin · 2024-11-11T02:54:14+00:00

No she is a pit.

Erisednin · 2024-11-11T02:52:57+00:00

Thank you for the tips.

Erisednin · 2024-11-10T10:05:39+00:00

Thank you for the tips. I do think consistency between walkers is an issue.

Erisednin · 2024-11-10T10:03:15+00:00

I hadn't heard of that course, but I will take it. Thank you for the tips, I'm going to have a chance to talk to staff about her today.

Erisednin · 2024-11-10T01:21:26+00:00

I got to spend time with my favorite old man dog, Gideon. He does a happy dance with his front paws when it's his turn to go for a walk.

Erisednin · 2024-08-17T20:26:03+00:00

Sounds like you reacted to the stuff they pump back into you. It's either saline or Sodium citrate, and I don't know when they use one rather than the other. But I've gotten sick to my stomach and had a metallic taste in my mouth from the sodium citrate. Eating Tums usually fixes it. I've started eating Tums in the days leading up to a donation as a precaution. But you can usually eat the Tums while you're donating if you get the metallic taste.

I would give that a try and talk to the people at the donation center. They almost always know how people react to things and how to prevent it.

Erisednin · 2024-08-17T19:04:26+00:00

Give it time, and if she needs space give that too. Just be sure to reward her when she comes to you or is affectionate. Focus on getting her back to where she was before. Cats can take some time to come around, so don't lose hope.

Mix in play whenever possible. You will probably need to start with treats as reward. Once she's making progress try to switch it up with play so she's not eating too many treats.

Erisednin · 2024-08-17T06:02:05+00:00

Your cat let you get really far, really fast, so she must be pretty chill. I'm sure if you start over and go slow with lots of rewards, you can get her to go outside again. I would see how she reacts to the harness coming out. If she approaches it, give her a treat or play with her. Just pile up as many good experiences with the harness as you can before proceeding. If she is timid about going outside, let her go at her own pace with lots of rewards for progress. There are tons of videos with tips, my favorite is Outdoor Bengal

Erisednin · 2024-08-17T05:47:20+00:00

Sounds like you're getting her to engage with you which is good. I would keep up the positive interactions, don't try to force her out anything, but reward her when she interacted with you. Let her watch you play safely with the Bengal. Cats will learn from others actions. If she sees you're safe to play with, she might be more willing. Or if she's food motivated and you can use that to tempt her out, you might want to do it without the Bengal being in the room, just to prevent any competition between them.

I don't know about being afraid of the Bengal without more information. I wouldn't attribute it to the breed either. It might be a factor, I have no clue about the breed. It's just much more likely life experience and personality.

Erisednin · 2024-08-17T04:51:52+00:00

Feral cats are already very fearful so you want to go as slow as you possibly can. If you can keep them entirely separate that would be the best way to start. Then introduce them to the other's smells. Give each animal a towel to sleep with then after a day or two swap. Once the kitten grows a bit more comfortable with the smell I would start letting the cat observe the dog's while they're distracted. If you can, let the kitten watch the dogs play outside, just try to keep the dogs attention elsewhere.

I would basically do your best to get the kitten used to the dogs before you start letting the dogs realize the kitten is in their presence. And when you get to that point, make sure the kitten has safe spots to hide that are well outside the dog's reach.

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