Giving (sub-q) sub-cutaneous fluids to our kitty cat (Good for sick cat with Kidney failure)

[arielg]

how much did each bag cost?

also how many times a week did you administer it?

we just got the blood panel back for our cat Phantasm, and he has advanced kidney failure ;/

[LexieQ]

@arielg Hi there,

So very sorry to hear about your kitty... the number of times a week varies depending on how bad your kitty's kidneys are doing... We gave her water once a day then built up to 2 times a day(over a 5 months) Both you and the kitty get used to it and know that it will benefit quickly. With the water IMPORTANT do not use any that have glucose (sugar)... you should be working with a vet to learn the details.. Much love to you and Phantasm.

Dee

[Kera1980]

so sorry for your loss

[smorten50]

We've been giving our kitty Sub Q injections for 2 months. Our vet suggested warming the water bag first, which has made a HUGE difference!. Put the bag into a pitcher full of hot water (I also put most of the tubing in). Before injecting, open the flow and run the fluid until warm water comes out, which can be somewhat hotter than human body temp (not just lukewarm). Since loss of appetite can be part of the disease, the vet prescribed an appetite stimulant for every 3rd day, which has helped.

[desertblush]

@smorten50 Great idea to warm the liquid.... Great job with your kitty... sure hope it helps prolong it's life... :-)

They are so precious...

[issyvoo2]

My little one lived for over two extra years because of the fluids. He was very patient with them. He died on Monday at the age of twenty. It's heart breaking but at least I know I did all I could for him.

[yoshitoshi98]

I had to give this to my cat for the first time today. He's not as patient as yours.

[theschmouse]

Does anyone know how long it will take to administer 250 cc of fluid?

[issyvoo2]

@theschmouse It depends on the size of the needle. The thinner, the needle, the slower the fluids but the less painful when it punctures the skin. It shouldn't take more than three or four minutes, though.

[issyvoo2]

I've been giving my cat, Morgan, SubQ fluids for about a year and a half now and it helps him a lot. He's nineteen and doing well. If anyone's having trouble with giving the fluids, try giving your cat treats afterwards. I do that and now Morgan comes running when he hears me get out the fluid bag. He drools and purrs while the needle's in because he knows he'll get treats. My other, younger cat, gets treats too so, actually, they both come running for Morgan's needle.

[scandia61]

Thanks for your video. I'm going to have to start doing this for my old kitty girl...tomorrow. I'm sorry about Lexie. CRF is so unfair, isn't it?

[PANZOFFJ]

@scandia61 That's the way I've been looking to describe it. "CRF is so unfair". My 16-1/2 year old Biggie is withering because of it now. On subQ's for almost 2 months now. It's what's keeping him alive, but the disease is slowly taking it's toll on our loved one. Thank you for letting us get a glimpse of your beloved Lexie.

[CRFCat]

My kitty is hanging in there! He'll be 20 in a couple of months! Were doing a lot more than sub q's now though. We used to insert the needle from the direction that you do but we've found it easier to go from the top down instead so it doesn't slip out as easily should kitty move around a little.

:)

God bless!

[zandriaaz]

poor baby !!! i'm so sorry for the loss of precious lexy.. what a beautiful kitty.. my heart aches for you and yr family..much love ! xoxo

[ndosul]

I have been meaning to say "Thanks" for posting this video. Our cat was diagnosed with CRF about five months ago. The first few times we administered her fluids, we did a really poor job. After watching this and some other videos here, we began doing it correctly and effectively. Now, it is a breeze giving Maggie her daily fluids. She seems to know how much better it will make her feel. Lexie is a beauty; looks like a really sweet kitty. Thank you so much!

[serviceapron]

Thank you so much.... so glad we could help with your precious Maggie, it took us some trial and error to get to this point.... and in the beginning we thought it would NEVER work...  the three of us were able to get into a good system.... with lots of practice.... Yes, we did love and still love our sweet Lexie.... kitties are so precious.... best of luck to your little family too...

[RandomNeega]

i had a cat for 13 years. i grew up with her and was sooo attached to her. she was my best friend. after a while she began to act strange. no bowel movement, very lazy, dry nose. we went to the vet and they said that she had kidney failure. it was very painful watching my cat slowly die. i was a complete wreck. i remember the night before i decided to put her to sleep. it was the hardest sacrifice i have ever done.

im sorry for your cat. she's in a better place.

[desertblush]

Thank you so much.... Lexie was very loved... it sounds like you loved your kitty too... they are all so precious... :-)

[zestyguy87]

i lost my cat and best friend of 18 years to renal failure back in sept of 06. was one of the most painful things to watch. shes gone now but at least she feels no more pain. my vet came to my house when i had to put her to sleep. im so glad he did. i wanted her to be home and not afraid when she died. such a very hard day that was.