Friday, March 6, 2009

Where The Green Grass Grows

(Biggify for full effect)
Hi everyone, Cal's lady servant here. I have to be honest, last week when we saw the x-ray and Cal's weight was down to 8.5lbs, not eating, we began preparing ourselves to make that heart wrenching decision. When we got home from the vet that day, we decided to let him roam the yard. I thought, if this could be the end, I want to fill his days with things he loves. Cal loves the yard and he is the only one who gets to roam without a harness, but supervised the entire time. It really helped to lift his spirits.
I am happy to report Cal improves more and more everyday. He has more pep in his step and now runs to his meals, which he never seems to get enough of. He no longer lays around in dark places or hides under the bed. We couldn't be happier with his progress and pray he continues to improve day by day. That evil, vishus "c word" which was once at the forefront, is now the furthest thing from our minds.
Thanks to all of you for your thoughts and prayers, they really work!

40 comments:

The Island Cats said...

Yaay! We so happy Cal is doigng better! The fresh air sure helps!

Anonymous said...

Yay! Yay! YAY! What wonderful news, Cal!

And that reminds us... we have not done a collage in a long while. hmmmm...

Cory said...

We are beyond happy for Cal and all of you! We lost our dear Lewis last year after he had a long period of weight loss and it turned out to be the dreaded "c word"...so we were purraying and purring that it would be a better outcome for Cal. YAY!!!!!!

Cat with a Garden said...

We are delighted with Cal's progress! And the pictures are wonderful - nothing beats a good munch on some fresh green grass, eh?
Purrs, Siena & Chilli

Parker said...

Now that's a great way to start the weekend off with good news!
Smoochies to you and to Cal!

Angel Junior, Orion and Sammy said...

WOO HOO!!!!!! We are so happy you are feeling tons better Cal!!!!!!!!!!

Shaggy and Scout said...

Oh cal we are so excited for you!!! What great progress you made and it sounds like you had a terrific time outside too!

Rusty said...

I'm so glad that Cal is improving. I hope he continues to get better.

Anonymous said...

Good to hear Cal is doing better. Sounds like the treatment is working. Think positive!

Robyn and The (Mostly) Badass Cat said...

Yay for Cal feeling better!!!

Us4 Cats said...

Yay!what wonderful news that is!!!

hang in there Cal you are doing great. each day you feel better and that is a good thing!

Luna und Luzie said...

We are also glad to hear that Cal is doing so much better! Fresh air and green grass are always good for you!

Happy Weekend!

Laila and Angel Minchie said...

That is wonderful news about Cal! Loved the collage too especially the one of his froot bat ears. Way to go Cal!

Tom Cat said...

Yay call, so happy you got better!

Tom Cat said...

Umm, Cal even, forgive me, long day :)

Daisy said...

You go, Cal!

Cat Street Boyz said...

HAPPY DANCE! It's always great to hear positive news......fantastic news...Cal, high five!!! More happy dance...Whoo hoo=^Y^=the Cat Street Boyz

Angel Ginger Jasper said...

Thank you for dropping by my blog and for the lovely comments, you all look like a realy great bunch. I am so glad to hear that Cal is feeling so much better,
Hugs Ginger Jasper x

Memories of Eric and Flynn said...

We are very happy that Cal is making such good progress.

Anonymous said...

ALLLLLLLL RIGHT CAL!!! Way to go!!

Tuck said...

Yay!! That is great news! I'm so happy to hear that Cal is doing so much better!!!

Anonymous said...

FANATSTIC!!!! This is the bestest news we haf heard all week!!!! *headbutts*

~Slash & Bronzy

Elin said...

Love to hear about Cal!

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Anonymous said...

We're glad to know Cal is improving! Keep it up, mancat!

Cheyenne -Millie said...

This is our first visit here. We are glad that Cal seems better.

Quill and Greyson said...

Cal no need to go to such extremes for an outside outing! Just ask to be let out. Glad you're feeling good!!

Karen Jo said...

Yay! Cal looks like he is really enjoying his outing. I am so happy that he is feeling better and eating well.

Kaz's Cats said...

We're so glad that Cal's doing better - being outside can be so nice. It's great that Cal's enjoying his outings. Purrs for his continued healing and for your Pop after his accident...

{{{hugs}}}

Gypsy & Tasha

Cats~Goats~Quotes said...

We are so happy to read this!!
Keep it up, Cal..we are still praying for you!
~ Napoleon and KittyBoy

JB's Big and Small Worlds said...

Yay for Cal! Pep in your step? That is great!
I will keep purring for you!
--JB

The Cat Realm said...

We couldn't be happier to hear that!!!! Hurray, keep it going Cal!
And thank you also so much for your condolences concerning our sweet sister-in-law Soraya, we very much appreciated it!

8GR8LOLCATS said...

Cal... I'm glad you still have some of your 9 LIVES left!!! PURRhaps coming to our catnip PURRty made you feel better too!

XOXOXOXO... The 8GR8CATS

Motor Home Cats said...

We are so glad to hear that Cal is doing so much better. We hope that the medicines the V-E-T gave him will continue to work and make him feel better.

Tavi, Cody, Camie and Miss Jade

Goldie, Shade and Banshee said...

Such good news about Cal!!!!! That makes the heart a little lighter!!

A good walk in the wilds always makes me feel better!!

Purrs Goldie

The Florida Furkids said...

We're so happy to hear that Cal is doing better!!! We're going to keep purring for him.

Sniffie and the Florida Furkids

Sunny's Mommy said...

I am glad Cal has improved so much :-) Keep it up, Cal!

Noir the Texas Tabby said...

Wonderful news!! Our prayers remain with Cal and you! Sounds like he's doing so much better!!

The Meezers or Billy said...

we hopes you keep feeling better Cal!!

The Monkeys said...

Cal, we are so happy to hear you're improving, dude. When Mommy read this post, she had tears because she said she knows how hard it was for your Mommy to go through. We told her to stop her sobbing and smile! She squeezed us both and kissed our heads (which we love) and now she's smiling.

Thanks for making our Mommy smile, Cal! We're always purring for you.

Samson and Delilah
xoxo

Anonymous said...

This really wonderful news. We mostly stay in, or go out on a harness. Sometimes I (Milo) go our first thing to roam - when it is light but quiet (and always before my breakfast so I come home 'cos I'm hungry). Mom and Dad worry that keeping me in would make me unhappy as I sit looking at the front door and whining - but then they worry that if i go out I could be hurt. It's a hard decision.

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