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Buster is now running the great catnip fields of the sky. We believe liver failure from the severe IBS. He has not been himself for about 3 months, was getting daily prednisone to try and control it but last night he had a seizure. He had another one this morning. An x-ray showed he had a pellet in his abdomen from before I adopted him, a megacolon, a lot of fluid in his abdomen, and a shrunken liver. I chose to release him from pain and nausea.
He was the friendliest cat and he always slept pressed up against me - but not for the last 3 months. He loved being petted/stroked and was king of my household. He was not afraid of my overly exuberant APBT like my other cats are. He was a big boy, once weighing about 18 lbs. After a diet, he weighed 12 lbs, a good size for him. Then he started eating more and losing weight, the first sign of trouble.
Run free, Buster Biggs.
Last edited by SouthernBelleInUtah; 02-23-2012 at 03:47 PM..
Oh, SBU - I am just now seeing this....and my thoughts are with you as you mourn the passing of Buster. I do believe they wait for us somewhere. He's still here with you, though - you know that - in every thought that passes your way. Let them be good thoughts - the greatest tribute one can give is to remember and smile. Peace to you and your animal clan.
Such a handsome boy! I'm so sorry about Buster, but happy that he's free of illness, poor kitty. Hugs to you and your family.
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