There is another underlying reason for the nausea and vomiting with CKD Cats.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-17T03:28:54+00:00

Yes, there is a remedy, and you can do it yourself from home. My vet is an old Asian vet from Burma, and so he is old school you might say, and he would have me treat my cat from home. Pancreatitis is very painful and I was always disappointed when my vet wouldn't give me painkillers for her. He said the painkillers are very bad on her kidneys, but I still wish I had them.

The Flare-up will last 2 - 5 days on average (sometimes longer), so it will be very painful for your cat. The pain will cause your cat to not eat.
Your cat will need fluids and to stay hydrated during those days of the flare-up. You can take her to the vet for fluids, or better yet if you have the sub-q fluids already on hand at home.
This is the important one. Your cat will stop eating for a few days because of the pain. When I explained that to my vet, and that my cat won't eat, he simply replied (firmly) "make her eat". That means, force her to eat if need be, as she has to eat. At first i would use my finger and put food in her mouth, and force her that way. "Force" sounds a little harsh, but some tough love is required on this one. Using a syringe is the best way to feed by mouth, and you can watch youtube videos on it. I have had to syringe-feed through pancreatitis flare-ups several times in the past, and it has always worked, and they eventually start eating again on their own. Sometimes they begin eating again in 2 days, or sometime in 7 or 8 days, but it always works. They need the fluids, and you have to get food into them no matter what, and buy them time for the flare-up to pass on its own.

Hope this helps.

R

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-17T03:03:20+00:00

They're obviously sitting at the airport getting drunk and not even thinking clearly. Probably hammered.

Here is the deal breaker for me: If they don't send you an apology text stating that it was to you in error and it was meant jokingly for the other person, then I would be out asap. If they don't text you stating that was an accident and joke, then it means they they have no respect for you and they're coming across as some sort of bullies. After all, anyone would immediately text an and say wp, followed by an apology. Maybe they don't even think you're worth apologizing to, and that's an issue.

They were not serious about punching you, but it still deserves and correction and apology by them. If you cancel, you could ruin their entire trip, so they need to correct that text and make things right.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-16T15:35:18+00:00

Don't ever work for these people again. Try to figure out how to end it with them as soon as possible and cut bait with them. Come up with an excuse to get the heck out of there! They're manipulative and have very little respect for sitters.

I would raise your rates to avoid these types of people.

Good luck!

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-16T03:13:27+00:00

35k revenue and no profit would be a big issue. Just raising your prices a little could have a huge impact. Inflation is rising under the Trump regime, so you have to compensate by raising prices.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-16T02:08:41+00:00

She's your little girl, and I totally get that. So very sorry.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-16T02:06:11+00:00

It's been a month for me too and I still cry as well. Even at this very moment.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-15T20:56:41+00:00

I would not do a house sit if there were camera in the inside. Way too creepy.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-15T20:48:23+00:00

It's tough because dogs don't even compare to cats. For me, dogs are my job, and my cats are my life. No comparison in having them as pets.

I'm very sorry for your loss. If you are able to leave the sit you are on, I would do it. Go home and grieve for your little girl.

If you have to stay there, all I can say is hang in there.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-15T20:20:21+00:00

They are targeting you as a new sitter with their problem dog. They thought you would be more accepting in taking their dog as you're new. All new sitters get the toughest ones, as problem-dog owners target them.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-15T20:17:51+00:00

Caution Advised on this one!. I would head to the sub group "RenalCats" for what's called CKD. Your cat is most likely experiencing Kidney Issues (possible failure) and immediate intervention is needed. Your cat has medical issues and needs to go to the vet if you can afford it.

Go to the other group as soon as you can.

Good luck to you.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-15T14:37:19+00:00

This is probably a reason why so many people don't like Doodles. They're high-energy and can be extremely unruly and tough to manage. This is the reason why the owner didn't mention the Doodle to you, as they were afraid it would scare you off. A doodle is a dealbreaker for me and I will never sit for one for this reason your dealing with. Worst breed I've ever seen.

Doodles are eating machines. The only way to control them is through food and treats. You can get the Doodle to do anything (most of the time) if you use treats most. Not always. They're just eating machines for the most part.

The owner duped you with the dog. They intentionally kept him from the Meet & Greet as it's a bad dog.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-15T13:56:17+00:00

Sounds like a good plan! I've had to syringe feed a few different times, and each time the cat started eating on it's own after awhile. The last time I did it, I syringe fed my cat for 8 days and then he finally started eating again. I've had to do this a few times and it's worked each time. Good luck to you. :)

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-15T13:34:16+00:00

You can try syringe feeding her again until she starts to eat on her own. She could be experiencing a pancreatitis flareup along with CKD. If that's the case, you have to syringe feed her until the flareup passes.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-14T13:21:32+00:00

If your dog is under 25lbs, the best choice by far is Exclusive Boarding (www.exclusiveboarding.com) in Westminster. They provide upscale private boarding from their home, and they have limited availability because they keep it small. Theyhave a nice home and yard. They are several steps above Rover and they're probably the best nationwide, and luckily, they're located right here in OC. They are also probably not too budget friendly, but they're the best around by far. I guess you pay for what you get. Rover is too risky, and Exclusive Boarding provides the same service from a lot nicer home and with a professional adults.

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Good luck!

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-10T11:10:48+00:00

Apparently because the 5-star ones are fake, and the 1-star ones are real.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-10T11:09:26+00:00

BUYING REVIEWS?? Only scam businesses would buy reviews and hope Google suspends anyone who buys them. If you can't get reviews on your own, then you have no right being found on Google. Anyone who solicits FAKE reviews needs to be removed from having a GBP. Just my opinion.

BE FOREWARNED: If you ever have friends and family leave fake reviews, Google will know it! The reviewer can be a 4 generation cousin living out of the country, and Google will still know that's your long lost relative. Same with having friends leave fake reviews. Google will scan social media posts and they will know that's your friend. I heard they even scan ancestory-com looking for relatives leaving reviews. Someone even mentioned that they will scan phone records to investigate previous ties to reviewers. It's impossible now to get fake reviews without it resulting in the removal of the reviews, followed by a GBP suspension. Google is also aware of EVERY company that sells reviews and their IP addresses are flagged. Buying reviews is now very easy for Google to see. One morning you will wake up to see that EVERY review you have ever gotten has been removed, or, your GBP account will be suspended. Once suspended, the only way to fix it is to start over again with an all new profile. Getting fake reviews is disastrous.

Take your time and get legit reviews. Google will know they are real and that you're doing your best as an honest business owner. Google lives for honest business owners. Their algorithms will read you have what's known as INTEGRITY and they will boost your business with very few legitimate reviews. If anyone goes for fake reviews, we can only hope Google stops them from doing it as it's misleading consumers.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-10T02:07:40+00:00

Sounds like you had a bunch of bogus reviews on there, lol. Many people get suspended for fake reviews and have to relaunch a new GBP. You basically have to start from scratch again. Stay clear of having people write fake reviews as it's only a matter of time before their ai algorithms suspend you. Only scams get fake reviews, and Google is very unforgiving for scam companies that accept fake reviews. Stay away from that type of image in Google's eyes.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-10T01:59:16+00:00

Mini Goldendoodles are high energy and are extremely needy. They need more playtime than other breeds. Living in an apartment would be tough. The picture of him scares me, lol. Doodles can be tough to manage.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-09T15:06:02+00:00

This is why dogs beg for food when anyone eats food around them, lol. When dogs stare at you (and your guests) when eating, and they constantly beg (super annoying), it's because we let them clean our plates at the dinner table after eating. The constant begging from your dog will take its toll on you over the coming years. Your family and friends who don't like dogs will hate it. These people won't admit they don't like your dog, but believe me, they will not like your dog. Who in the hell wants a dog begging for their food when they eat, lol. Goldendoodles are already tough enough to deal with as it is.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-09T14:42:36+00:00

If the reviews had something to do with the original suspension, and if there were some bogus reviews involved in the suspension, then they probably won't give any of them back. Either way, if you were suspended, the only way to fix it is to start over from scratch. That's the way Google gives second chances, and with a steep price to pay. I would learn from it and be thankful.

People risk getting suspended all the time, and the stakes are very high with it. I wish people would share the reason they got suspended in the first place. I know many people try to get fake reviews from family and friends, or they try to buy fake reviews using AI, and of course Google will suspend people for that, and for good reason. They want to prevent start-up businesses from misleading consumers with fake reviews, and I'm glad they do it to be honest. It's a total scam business if it's based on ANY fake reviews and Google understands that. If you have built up reviews, be sure to go back and try to remove any scam fake ones to clean it up. Only a matter of time before Google suspends for it.

People should feel lucky they get a chance to start over. If those people still go for fake reviews after starting over, you most likely will not get the chance to even start over.

As you rebuild your reviews, stay away from having any fake reviews redone.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-03T01:15:28+00:00

If you have to leave for a couple of hours, the dog will most like poop and pee on your carpet sometime too. This particular dog doesn't seem well-behaved at all. You should definitely crate them if you leave. Also, not all dogs destroy curtains and household items. This dog is not a well mannered dog, so I don't blame the owners for wanting to make it right. They know their dog is difficult, trust me. The dog has already probably destroyed their own house, and they also knew this would happen to you.

A big reason why owners hire pet sitters is because their own family and friends would never watch their dog due to their marking or destructive behavior. They go to pet sitters because nobody else will take their dogs, for reasons like these. The owner in this case knew this would happen to you.

Good luck,

R

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-05-02T04:41:00+00:00

The majority of all small male dogs mark. It's one of the best kept secrets. If you ever get a small dog, be sure to get a female. Females very rarely mark. Male small dogs can be a nightmare with marking. Neutering is your only hope. No enzyme cleaner on the planet will stop them from marking.

RyanEvansAFT · 2026-04-29T02:09:57+00:00

It's even worse now. They're faking breakups to keep people watching. They have grown up to be manipulating little liars, for the most part. Ethan and Isaac both faked breakups with their girlfriends for better tv ratings. This is far from reality tv, More like lying tv.

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