Checking In

As usual, my school schedule is getting in the way of updates.  Had lots of homework this weekend, but did manage to squeak in a trip to the vet for a post op check.

Oliver lost weight during his first week with us (which hardly seems possible since we've been feeding him every few hours -- but he did have all his fur shaved, half his teeth and a few other things removed, so maybe it's not so strange.)  He got some deworming meds just in case.

His eye has responded really well to the meds, so she could check it more accurately.  It turns out he also has a little ulcer in his eye, so this week, he is getting some antibiotic ointment to clear that up, and then next week he'll go back on the eyedrops. 

Oliver's skin is looking better -- it's loosing the dry, scaly look it had, and getting more supple.  It even looks like his fur is slowly starting to grow back in a little bit.  Not much though, so I think it will be a while before he's looking fluffy.

One of the biggest changes we're seeing, is how he walks.  When we first found him, he looked like he was going to topple over any second.  Now he's walking easily, and when he's in the mood, even trotting about.  (Any hint of food tends to inspire him to step it up!)  Kenny has been taking him out for short walks, which he seems to really enjoy. 

On Saturday, he has another re-check to see how his eye and weight are doing.  Then in two weeks he'll get another blood panel done to check on his liver function.  If all goes well, he should be off to his new home once his liver checks out ok!  Will try to get some new pics posted this weekend.

Oh, and I haven't taken down the widget yet, because a few people have indicated they still want to donate.  At this time, we don't expect to need any more funds for Oliver, but the rescue group is delighted to accept what Oliver doesn't need.  Just this weekend, the group found a litter of kittens abandoned at a local Mulligan's.  Lucky for them, they were found, and are cute as the dickens.  One was already leaving for a new home when Oliver and I were waiting at the vets.