Hello, I’m Christopher! Read my introduction to be taught extra about me and my foolish Russian Blue cat, Olga.
Cats are survivors, and a few virtually appear invulnerable. Though they’re solitary hunters, like their ancestors, they’ll type small, feral colonies to outlive life on the streets. The older grownup males often depart after mating, however the females and offspring stick collectively. It’s commonplace for a feral feminine to look after a mom’s kittens’ when she’s away.
Feline Well being Issues
Regardless that they’ve 9 lives, pet cats, whether or not indoor or outside, are weak to a number of illnesses and infections. Some felines are extra prone to extreme well being circumstances, and it’s miserable when your cat is on the listing of the “breeds most in danger.” I’m glad it’s a lot simpler to search out correct details about my cat’s well being, however I’m responsible of anticipating the worst and obsessing over the small print.
I had a extra carefree angle till my Siamese cat, who by no means had an issue till he was 17, was identified with power kidney illness. He handed away two months earlier than his 20th birthday, and a number of other months later, I adopted Olga. After a few week, the rescue middle known as me and requested if Olga was feeling okay.
Disturbing Information
They stated her sister had died after affected by a gastrointestinal an infection and puzzled if she had diarrhea or was vomiting. Fortunately, she was superb, however I didn’t sleep for some time, and I irritated Olga by hovering over her; she wasn’t as pleasant as a kitten and wanted extra alone time. She was treated for ear mites earlier than I adopted her and has by no means had issues with them once more, however she has had a number of ear infections.
In addition to that, she was handled for a nasty case of diarrhea and, extra lately, idiopathic vomiting. A couple of weeks in the past, Olga saved throwing up shortly after consuming her meals, however she didn’t show different worrying indicators and appeared regular. The veterinarian examined her and ran a number of checks, together with a complete blood check, urinalysis, and radiograph to test for obstructions.
Reduction and Fear
I used to be relieved they stated she was wholesome, and all her outcomes regarded good, however the “idiopathic” a part of the analysis doesn’t ease a nervous thoughts. My reminiscence of the cellphone name about her sister got here flooding again, and I had hassle preserving kidney disease, liver disease, pancreatitis, most cancers, and hyperthyroidism out of my thoughts.
Even with my veterinarian’s assurance and good blood test results, it took me just a few days to turn out to be extra optimistic about Olga’s well being. She was again to regular, operating round the home like a maniac, however I used to be anxious. In earlier articles, I’ve criticized her odd habits and violent methods, however I can’t ignore how a lot she has improved my life.
Whether or not she’s shredding the again of my legs or enjoying soccer with my contacts case, it’s exhausting for me to get upset. She cracks me up even when she assaults me, however when she’s sick, my mind is a ineffective mass. Eliminating or blocking the dangerous ideas in my thoughts is tough, however watching just a few hours of Monty Python’s Flying Circus often helps.
This text is part of Christopher and Olga’s sequence.
