thanks for the video, very helpful and encouraging. i felt so bad after knowing my 13-year-old cat got crf. i watched your video and gave her the fluids the first time. i can tell she is much better soon after the fluids.
The same is true for dogs. Our Molly needs to have sub-q injections as she has end stage renal failure. Only comment I would say about the video is that it is less painful if the hole in the needle is pointing up. Molly doesn't even flinch when I inject her. Warming the fluid helps a lot. I would have given Molly sub-qs a lot earlier had I known how good she felt after them.
Everyone, please research Azodyl and Epakatin to supplement SubQ and Benazapril. It kept the need for SubQ fluids from happening for about a year and a half! They need no prescription.
My eighteen year old cat was diagnosed with kidney failure a year ago. He was very sick. Now, he's still thin and thirsty but MUCH better since I've been giving him fluids. He's happy and comfortable and get to have his company for a while longer -- possibly years, says my vet.
WOW! You should be paid for that video, perfect every bit of it. I am showing my husband and friends when they get home. So then they will believe me that is how it's done. We have a sick Chi that needs this done once a day. I was not able to do it myself today but I will show this to them when they get here. I think this video just help save our rescue dogs life, he has parvo and needs fluids so thank you again. Great video to teach people, thank you! Hope your cat gets better.
Thanks for an excellent video. I was referred to this site and I am sure it will help a lot of animals and their owners. You did a great job demonstrating the technique.
You and "T" DO continue to help others! Sir Kitty Kat and I have just begun the process (twice now) My main concern/problem is that he is a long hair and I can't SEE the skin 'tent' where I'm gonna poke the needle. It helped, though, seeing you all do it. We haven't tried doing it at his neck. I will try that next. KK is 17 yrs old. Any suggestions for working with a long hair cat? Thank you both so VERY much. The internet is such a help!!!
ThK U 4 ur note. sorry for the delay in writing back. hopefully you are a pro by now with the sub q. since tigger was not a long hair cat, it is hard to suggest any tips. I found using the skin at the scruff of the neck was the easiest place to do it. 20 g needles will make it easier for you b/c they slide in much easier. vets will usually send you home with 18 g needles because it will make subq go faster. see if they can give you a few 20s. but your kitty will have to be a ltl more patient
It's probably too late for an answer but I have a long hair and you just feel the skin at his neck with your fingers and slide the needle in. It's really very easy and the cat feels practically nothing. My cat jumps even less than the cat in this video.
Hello, we just started our cat sub-cutaneous fluids here at home. We are giving her 150 ml every other day. I am not to comfortable with it yet, and I have to have help! Your cat behaves so well during treatment!!! How long have you been doing the fluid therapy?
Also when you started giving the iv fluids did you notice your cat drinking less water?
I think Tigger sits still because he isn't feeling well. Team tagging him 2:1 caused problems. If you can find a basket & put him on the kitchen counter off the ground, it might help to keep him from running. Tigger is now going on 1 year 7 months SQ. Tigger drinks a lot of water b/c the renal failure increases dehydration. No matter what he tried to do he couldn't keep enough water in his system. Try a pet water fountain for your kitty. It may inspire him to drink more often. keep me posted!
Does anyone have a video like this for providing to their dog? I love my dog and he was poisoned by IAMS, and is needing to have these fluids daily. When I was working, I paid to have it done at the vet - I am off project now and cannot afford this and have to do at home, but am so petrified of needles to begin with, and I see all these animals not even feeling it - my dog screams. I know that he is likely picking up on my feelings, but the fact is I AM scared - I try to be matter of fact.
I have not seen a video for dogs. But the technique is the same. How big is your dog? How much fluids does he need per sitting? The best advice I can give right now is don't get squeamish. They sense your feelings. Use a 18 or 20g needle in a tent of skin right at the shoulder blades. Contain them in the same area every time. Small dogs- in a basket, Med dog- in a rubbermaid bin, large dog- the bathroom. Heat the fluid bag in hot water to mimic dogs internal temperature.
You are certainly welcome. I am sorry to hear your little one is not having a good day. Was he recently diagnosed? My furry one is still around and doing well. I don't think his numbers are going to ever come back down to normal. But he is still strong and lively. How long have you been doing sub q treatment? Make sure his diet is in order too. I am feeding Tigger Purina NF with aluminum hydroxide gel, Epakitin ,Azodyl and some baby oatmeal.All of those things help the digestive track.
Simba is on Azodyl also with prescription diet. Antibitocs for face swelling on left side for two weeks now. It helped a little but vet sad if it doen't help it must be tumor in sinus's. He's going blind so we are tackling what to do next? He was diagnosed 2 months ago. Was a 17 pound cat and is now 8. How long has Tigger had this? Thanks for writing back!
Tigger is going on 1.5 years. He was diagnosed in August 2006. His BUN was 206 and Creatinine was 46. The vet said she had never seen numbers that high and told us we might want to consider putting him to sleep. But my BF encouraged me to have him stay at the vet during the day on a straight IV. We did that for 3 days straight. Each day he looked. After 3 days we went to the subQ. I have done it every day for the past 1.5 years. It is the most crucial part of his treatment.
To all viewers, I will try and do an updated version soon with sound or at least more descriptive titles so pet owners will have a better information from my posting.
2- Get a basket or box to keep him contained. It is too tricky to try and catch him while napping on the bed or on a windowsill. He will get away too easily. Using a box or basket will start to be routine for him and more manageable for you.
Thankyou so much for this really lovely and helpful video. Your little boy is very beautiful, great eyes. Thankyou, I'm still trying to find the courage to do my first sub-q on my little boy. This and the other 2 have helped me.
You will get that courage. I was squeamish too at first. Now I am so over it because I know it helps him. Don't let it scare you. Remember that the scruff of the neck is where his mama used to pick him up so all that extra skin is a great zone for needles.
Good Luck, you are a good Cat Mama for taking care of him. CRF is a tough road for both the pet and the owner. Hang in there and feel free to ask any of the SubQ video posters questions. We have all been there before.
Sandy Loo, thankyou so much for this message you have kindly sent me. I did it for the first time today, my hands were shaking...I did it but had to stop before the end as he wouldnt stay still and I was scared. I did think though that for the first time for both of us it would be enough for one day. I took all of your advice and it worked. Afyerwards he was in an ok mood, which helps!By the way your darling is very beautiful. Thankyou so much Sandy-Loo. How is your little one doing???Joanna.
Congratulations on your first SubQ. It gets easier. Try putting the basket up on a counter so you don't have to stoop over him. That also might keep him from jumping because the floor is further away. My kitty and I are so casual with it now. Sometimes he walks around in the basket or he eats his food. As long as the IV stays in, we're cool.
He is doing great. It actually has been a year and a half since his first diagnosis. I need to set up a web page that posts his BUN/Creatinine stats.
Why didn't you prime your line after you filled the chamber?
kytechshop 7 months ago
thanks for the video, very helpful and encouraging. i felt so bad after knowing my 13-year-old cat got crf. i watched your video and gave her the fluids the first time. i can tell she is much better soon after the fluids.
laojiwu 1 year ago
The same is true for dogs. Our Molly needs to have sub-q injections as she has end stage renal failure. Only comment I would say about the video is that it is less painful if the hole in the needle is pointing up. Molly doesn't even flinch when I inject her. Warming the fluid helps a lot. I would have given Molly sub-qs a lot earlier had I known how good she felt after them.
exbongolier 1 year ago
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Everyone, please research Azodyl and Epakatin to supplement SubQ and Benazapril. It kept the need for SubQ fluids from happening for about a year and a half! They need no prescription.
AND I recommend holding the needle in place, btw.
Sungodv 2 years ago
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Sungodv 2 years ago
Thank you for the video. We got our cat home from the vet today are starting her fluids soon. Very helpful. Peace.
lakelandvideo 2 years ago
My eighteen year old cat was diagnosed with kidney failure a year ago. He was very sick. Now, he's still thin and thirsty but MUCH better since I've been giving him fluids. He's happy and comfortable and get to have his company for a while longer -- possibly years, says my vet.
issyvoo2 2 years ago
Thank you so much!! This video is going to be vital when my mother sees it. She has to do an IV drip line
for her dog who has kidney disease
blueberrynuts 2 years ago
WOW! You should be paid for that video, perfect every bit of it. I am showing my husband and friends when they get home. So then they will believe me that is how it's done. We have a sick Chi that needs this done once a day. I was not able to do it myself today but I will show this to them when they get here. I think this video just help save our rescue dogs life, he has parvo and needs fluids so thank you again. Great video to teach people, thank you! Hope your cat gets better.
SSTACINATOR 2 years ago
Thanks for an excellent video. I was referred to this site and I am sure it will help a lot of animals and their owners. You did a great job demonstrating the technique.
critterlady2 3 years ago
You and "T" DO continue to help others! Sir Kitty Kat and I have just begun the process (twice now) My main concern/problem is that he is a long hair and I can't SEE the skin 'tent' where I'm gonna poke the needle. It helped, though, seeing you all do it. We haven't tried doing it at his neck. I will try that next. KK is 17 yrs old. Any suggestions for working with a long hair cat? Thank you both so VERY much. The internet is such a help!!!
jenfaithwhite 3 years ago
ThK U 4 ur note. sorry for the delay in writing back. hopefully you are a pro by now with the sub q. since tigger was not a long hair cat, it is hard to suggest any tips. I found using the skin at the scruff of the neck was the easiest place to do it. 20 g needles will make it easier for you b/c they slide in much easier. vets will usually send you home with 18 g needles because it will make subq go faster. see if they can give you a few 20s. but your kitty will have to be a ltl more patient
sandyloo1 3 years ago
It's probably too late for an answer but I have a long hair and you just feel the skin at his neck with your fingers and slide the needle in. It's really very easy and the cat feels practically nothing. My cat jumps even less than the cat in this video.
issyvoo2 2 years ago
I lost my baby Aramis because of CRF. I can't believe how well your Tigger tolerated the sub q.
I'm sorry for your loss. He is beautiful.
katherenann 3 years ago
I'm an RN that loves cats. I just decided to watch this for the heck of it.
It's a great video and I am sure Tigger will help a lot of cats as you said!
I hope he is feeling better....it's sad to see him so quiet for the procedure :(
Take care and my best to you and Tigger, it's a great video :)
jenGeeJushawshee 3 years ago
Hello, we just started our cat sub-cutaneous fluids here at home. We are giving her 150 ml every other day. I am not to comfortable with it yet, and I have to have help! Your cat behaves so well during treatment!!! How long have you been doing the fluid therapy?
Also when you started giving the iv fluids did you notice your cat drinking less water?
My baby also suffers from chronic asthma.
nyissa64 3 years ago
I think Tigger sits still because he isn't feeling well. Team tagging him 2:1 caused problems. If you can find a basket & put him on the kitchen counter off the ground, it might help to keep him from running. Tigger is now going on 1 year 7 months SQ. Tigger drinks a lot of water b/c the renal failure increases dehydration. No matter what he tried to do he couldn't keep enough water in his system. Try a pet water fountain for your kitty. It may inspire him to drink more often. keep me posted!
sandyloo1 3 years ago
Does anyone have a video like this for providing to their dog? I love my dog and he was poisoned by IAMS, and is needing to have these fluids daily. When I was working, I paid to have it done at the vet - I am off project now and cannot afford this and have to do at home, but am so petrified of needles to begin with, and I see all these animals not even feeling it - my dog screams. I know that he is likely picking up on my feelings, but the fact is I AM scared - I try to be matter of fact.
InfoSysProf 4 years ago
I have not seen a video for dogs. But the technique is the same. How big is your dog? How much fluids does he need per sitting? The best advice I can give right now is don't get squeamish. They sense your feelings. Use a 18 or 20g needle in a tent of skin right at the shoulder blades. Contain them in the same area every time. Small dogs- in a basket, Med dog- in a rubbermaid bin, large dog- the bathroom. Heat the fluid bag in hot water to mimic dogs internal temperature.
youwill getthe hangofit
sandyloo1 4 years ago
I'm so thankful for people like you to post
educational videos for a change. Your cat looks exactly like my simba whom I'm doing
sub Q's on. He's not having a good day today.
I hope your furry one is still around? How is he doing these days?
palmpants 4 years ago
You are certainly welcome. I am sorry to hear your little one is not having a good day. Was he recently diagnosed? My furry one is still around and doing well. I don't think his numbers are going to ever come back down to normal. But he is still strong and lively. How long have you been doing sub q treatment? Make sure his diet is in order too. I am feeding Tigger Purina NF with aluminum hydroxide gel, Epakitin ,Azodyl and some baby oatmeal.All of those things help the digestive track.
sandyloo1 4 years ago
Simba is on Azodyl also with prescription diet. Antibitocs for face swelling on left side for two weeks now. It helped a little but vet sad if it doen't help it must be tumor in sinus's. He's going blind so we are tackling what to do next? He was diagnosed 2 months ago. Was a 17 pound cat and is now 8. How long has Tigger had this? Thanks for writing back!
palmpants 4 years ago
Tigger is going on 1.5 years. He was diagnosed in August 2006. His BUN was 206 and Creatinine was 46. The vet said she had never seen numbers that high and told us we might want to consider putting him to sleep. But my BF encouraged me to have him stay at the vet during the day on a straight IV. We did that for 3 days straight. Each day he looked. After 3 days we went to the subQ. I have done it every day for the past 1.5 years. It is the most crucial part of his treatment.
sandyloo1 4 years ago
To all viewers, I will try and do an updated version soon with sound or at least more descriptive titles so pet owners will have a better information from my posting.
sandyloo1 4 years ago
3-If you can get 20g needles; they slide in a lot easier than the 18g needles from the vet. Plus less scarring for the kitty.
sandyloo1 4 years ago
2- Get a basket or box to keep him contained. It is too tricky to try and catch him while napping on the bed or on a windowsill. He will get away too easily. Using a box or basket will start to be routine for him and more manageable for you.
sandyloo1 4 years ago
Three good tips for beginners:
1-Warm up the bag of fluids before hand in hot water, your kitty will sit more patiently. Their internal temperature is 102 degrees F.
sandyloo1 4 years ago
Thankyou so much for this really lovely and helpful video. Your little boy is very beautiful, great eyes. Thankyou, I'm still trying to find the courage to do my first sub-q on my little boy. This and the other 2 have helped me.
joannamichelle72 4 years ago
You will get that courage. I was squeamish too at first. Now I am so over it because I know it helps him. Don't let it scare you. Remember that the scruff of the neck is where his mama used to pick him up so all that extra skin is a great zone for needles.
Good Luck, you are a good Cat Mama for taking care of him. CRF is a tough road for both the pet and the owner. Hang in there and feel free to ask any of the SubQ video posters questions. We have all been there before.
:-)
sandyloo1 4 years ago
Sandy Loo, thankyou so much for this message you have kindly sent me. I did it for the first time today, my hands were shaking...I did it but had to stop before the end as he wouldnt stay still and I was scared. I did think though that for the first time for both of us it would be enough for one day. I took all of your advice and it worked. Afyerwards he was in an ok mood, which helps!By the way your darling is very beautiful. Thankyou so much Sandy-Loo. How is your little one doing???Joanna.
joannamichelle72 4 years ago
Congratulations on your first SubQ. It gets easier. Try putting the basket up on a counter so you don't have to stoop over him. That also might keep him from jumping because the floor is further away. My kitty and I are so casual with it now. Sometimes he walks around in the basket or he eats his food. As long as the IV stays in, we're cool.
He is doing great. It actually has been a year and a half since his first diagnosis. I need to set up a web page that posts his BUN/Creatinine stats.
sandyloo1 4 years ago