I was able to get a stool sample from Gandalf on Sunday and brought it into the shelter to have them look at it. Unfortunately their head tech had gone home sick and the staff members who were working weren't as comfortable with their diagnostic skills and identification of parasites, however she did immediately say lungworm without knowing that he was suspected of having it, so I'm going to take that as confirmation of it.
I am fairly certain we have had some progress in his health. Generally giving him liquid medication has been trying because he had a difficult time deciding if he should be swallowing or breathing. The last two doses went in slightly easier. He also seems to be able to eat a bit more before having to take a break. I am cautiously optimistic.
Gandalf, however, cares not for my opinions on the matter, he simply wants to play.
I'm sending healing purrs Gandalf's way! We ALL love this little guy!
ReplyDeleteGo Gandalf!
ReplyDeleteGo Gandalf!
ReplyDeleteHe is so stinking cute! We want him to get all healthy as quickly as possible, but we don't want him to leave too fast. We're really enjoying photos of this boy.
ReplyDeleteWe keep purring for Gandalf ! The fact that he wants to play is a good sign. Purrs
ReplyDeleteWe're purring that Gandalf is better soon. He's so adorable!
ReplyDeleteLove those pictures. Here is to a quick path to optimum health! :)
ReplyDeletePurrs to cutie Galdalf from all of us.
ReplyDeleteplaying is a good sign....poor baby
ReplyDeleteThat face. There's something amazing about that face! I think you should keep him. My opinion just needs to be noted, not heeded.
ReplyDeleteI hope Gandalf gets better soon. It's great he wants to play. He is such a playful cutie pie :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat cute pictures of Gandalf! He is so adorable. I sure hope he gets better but it must be a good sign that he wants to play.
ReplyDeleteI hope he improves soon he is too cute to be unwell
ReplyDeleteHe is so adorable! Hopefully the meds will take care of what ails him.
ReplyDeleteHe is such a cutie :)
ReplyDeleteLove that little guy. His face makes me smile every time I see it! :)
ReplyDeleteHe is so cute. Purring that he gets well soon.
ReplyDeleteaaaand we have FANGS!!!!
ReplyDeleteOk, be honest...how many people looked at the first picture and automatically tilted your head the same way his is tilted? I know I did. Kitten power. It is real!
ReplyDeleteI love the little grey guy. It's true for all of us that we are like kids when we see these little cats. I have 2 cats at home. They are my kid's friends. We took them from the street when they were very, very little.
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