onwards towards full recovery. This little fellow has been a most cheerful patient so far (except of cos during bandage change when he'll be whining and grumbling throughout the session!). But other than that, it is a miracle that he's keeping his leg, despite the initial negative prognosis.
Yesterday, we were informed that his leg was swollen (which was something we had to look out for, as advised by Dr C). Initially a bit concerned, we rushed him to the vet and were once again relieved when the attending vet removed his bandage, checked through his leg and assured us all is well. No reason for concern. So, after another bandage change, Balance was taken back to caregiver's home to rest.
Good care and good food has added some chubby fats to our boy. Puts a smile on my face each time I meet him. Such a good and contented boy he is.
Having spent more time with cats these past months, I see the distinct difference between cats and dogs. One obvious example is the warm eagerness of a dog versus the cool placidness of a cat. Once I visited Balance while he was waking up from his nap. Seeing me, I got no eager beaver clammering of paws greeting I would have gotten from Junior, Ben and the rest of our canine clique. Rather, dear little Balance greeted me with an acknowledging meow in his sleeping stance. And then, in his own sweet feline time, he yawned....he stretched...he arched his back....he rolled over and gave me a back glance....he yawned again....and when he was finally ready, he sauntered over to welcome a touch from me. If I was ultra-senstive, I would have been highly insulted. :)
Well, things are looking good for Balance. How can it be not for a good-spirited cat like him? Flesh is growing well over the initially exposed bones which can be seen no more. Come Monday, he will be ready for stitching. Extra skin from his thigh area will be taken to cover up the new flesh. Give the area a few more weeks to heal fully, and our Balance will be good as new! Hey, he'll be New Balance! (ok...bad joke...)
Many thanks to all of you who have shown concern and support for Balance during this period of his life. It is a victory for him!
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Oh yes we are triumphant for Balance!
KZ
Like they say, dogs come when u call but cats will think about it and get back to u later, hehe... A couple of my cats will run to the door when i reach home but some totally unaffected. They do respond and show affection in their own little ways but cats lack the excited eagerness of a happy dog.
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