posted May 07, 2003 08:28 PM         

I would think the Dannon plain would be fine; that's what I always used. The only thing I'm not too sure about is whether to get the regular, low-fat, or fat-free kind.

On the one hand...the regular's fat content might help Spanky gain some weight back. On the other hand...the fat could make it more difficult for him to digest in the first place. Maybe someone else here would have a better idea.

PS So glad to hear about the litter box gift!

posted May 07, 2003 08:44 PM         

Any yogurt should be good... my kitties preferred Lemon flavor, but each to his own.

posted May 08, 2003 12:50 AM         

(who'd'a'thunk I'd be saying _that_!)

posted May 08, 2003 09:01 PM         

Just my opinion, but I would go for the regular full fat yogurt. Many of the low and no-fat yogurts have asparatame or other sugar substitues in them. I think that would be bad for Spanky right now....

What happened at the vets?

posted May 09, 2003 11:09 PM         

Unfortunately, no more poop. He won't touch the yoghurt, so I am feeding him a finger full of baby food every hour. It's all he can handle. Too much of it and he'll vomit.

He still won't drink, so he is having sub-cutaneous fluids every 2 - 3 days.

All I can do is keep trying and praying.

Thanks again guys,

posted May 09, 2003 11:54 PM         

My heart goes out to you! If it's at all possible, try and take comfort in realizing what a good Mommy you're being to Spanky. I just know he realizes it too! I believe he understands how very much you love him and are trying to help him. I will continue to pray for you both.

posted May 13, 2003 02:19 AM         

Healapet http://www.healapet.com/

posted May 14, 2003 02:54 PM         

And Lunargirl, I just have to tell you that the people at Heal A Pet are wonderful! They are so kind and supportive just like the lovely people here at Lindaland.

Heidi

posted May 17, 2003 03:52 PM         

On Friday I was told by the vets that he either needed to be hospitalized or euthanized because his condition was deteriorating. After tearing myself to pieces I decided to hospitalize him in hope that they can give him another chance.

I met a wonderful lady through the Heal-a-Pet website who is an animal communicator. I asked her to explain to Spanky that I was doing all these horrible things because I loved him and not because I was mad at him.

Spanky told her what he was eating and told her that the chemicals in my house were bothering him (my cigarette smoke, which I know he hates.) He also told her that he was not ready to leave me yet although he was very tired. He also told her that if he has to leave me we will find eachother again and that he will love me eternally.

Love,

posted May 17, 2003 05:43 PM         

Sending Love & Light to you and Spanky...

That is so wonderful that you are able to communicate with him like this. I hope you are feeling ok... I am sure this is not easy to be going through. It is obvious you and Spanky love eachother immensely and it seems from what you have posted that this is something you both are supposed to be going through together.

Be hopeful and open... accept the messages you are getting and allow transformation to take place... you can expect miracles

posted May 17, 2003 06:13 PM         

So sorry for your pain (and your baby's).

I recently went through some scary stuff with my Solomander (that's my pet name for him-his real name is SOlomon).

posted May 18, 2003 02:54 AM         

Your last post brought tears to my eyes. I agree with everything Pearly said. Hang in there, take care of yourself, and be comforted by the deep bond you have with your sweet Spanky.

posted May 19, 2003 06:04 PM         

Am so glad that you find Heal a Pet so helpful... I haven't had time lately to explore all they offer. That is great that you tried an animal communicator - they can do remarkable work.

Hang in there, and continue to do care for yourself and Spanky with that openness and love. I will send another burst of Light.

posted June 04, 2003 05:50 AM         

I'm so sorry to hear this, I thought everything was alright again This is awful what you're going through, I can really empathise with you after my experience since I don't have any pets. I hope you find comfort in the words of the animal communicator and in the fact that Spanky loves you so much

posted June 04, 2003 08:42 AM         

juniperb

posted June 04, 2003 04:18 PM         

Spanky visualized as healthy, whole, at peace.

{{{ Heidi }}}

Courage, Heidi!

posted June 04, 2003 05:34 PM         

I too, am so sorry to hear this and also thought Spanky was getting better. I will continue to pray and send love and healing light your way! Keep us posted and keep expecting a miracle.

posted June 12, 2003 04:26 AM         

I can't tell you how much it means to me to open my eyes when I wake up and see his wonderful little face staring at me with that "time to feed me Mom! Wake up" look on his face.

Thank you all again for your love and support. This has been one hell of a roller coaster ride for me emotionally.

Love and Light,

posted June 12, 2003 05:16 AM         

I'm so happy, Heidi! You made my day!

enjoy yourselves, you and Spanky
sending an angel to watch over you both

to both