We're losing her.

[feuervogel]

This morning, I noticed that Isis' pupils were different sizes, so I called the vet, and they worked her in. It's probably a brain tumor. The vet suggested humane euthanasia, because she has "days" left. I was there by myself, so I asked if we could wait. He gave her a steroid shot, and now I'm home. Ben's coming home soon.

She's had trouble eating the last few days, and she's wobblier than before, despite glucosamine supplements (which helped for a few days, but she got worse again). She can't see very well, she gets stuck in corners, and she misses the litter box a lot.

We won't be home from tomorrow morning until Sunday evening. Right now, she seems happy enough, talking some, walking around and stuff. I took her outside, and she found some grass and ate it. But she could have a seizure any time. I don't want her to die when I'm not around. I don't want to be callous and euthanize her before the con so she doesn't die alone. I don't know what to do.

I'm not ready for this.

Comments

[ranyart]

It was really hard for us to make this decision when Shenny got sick so suddenly. I'm so sorry that y'all have to go through this too.
I really don't think it would be cruel or callous to euthanize her before this weekend, especially if there's the chance she might die on her own. As sad as it was to be there with Shenny, she seemed completely calm and comfortable and I was glad we could be with her as she passed, snuggling and petting her. I think I would have made the choice to do it sooner if there had been the chance that she might die without us there.

*huge hugs for you and Ben* If there's a way I can provide long-distance support, let me know.