Virus!

The temporary editions to our household are doing as well as can be expected. Despite their age, they are eating well, although remaining very small and skinny. As time goes on, they are coming out of their shells more; already you can see two very different personalities shining through. The smallest kitten, still has some tar stuck to her fur, which we can only assume happened when they were both abandoned. There is little chance of removing it at the moment; in time is will work its way free. Darrell has been spending far more time with them then me, due to my work commitments; they are  more used to his company, than mine. Still no names for them, any ideas, let me know; thank you for all your wishes of hope and good luck!

As a consequence, of fostering these two kittens, Lily has caught a virus. About ten years ago Lily contracted Cat Flu and nearly died as a result, We nursed her back to health over a long period of time. This is a nasty disease for cats and will reoccur from time to time, especially when she is stressed. Lily's immune system clearly suffered when we brought  two orphaned cats home and she has been ill for several days.

With the weekend out of the way, Darrell took Lily to the vets, where it was determined she had a virus. She was given several injections of antibiotics and an anti inflammatory as well as a prescription for treatment to reduce the mucus on her lungs. Surprisingly for me, we had to go to the Pharmacy to get the medicine for Lily, which can be used for both humans and animals; how good is that! Currently she is sleeping and hopefully recovering, back to health. Back to the vets in a few days for another jab of antibiotics, then hopefully a return to normality!