Pita (aka Pita Pat Cat)

I woke up Friday morning with only Kali Ma on my bed and called for Pita, but he didn’t come. Pita is ALWAYS on my bed when I’m sleeping. In fact, as soon as the alarm goes off, he’s purring in my face looking for affection.

I jumped up and went downstairs and there was Pita sprawled out on the floor. He gave me a meek meow, and I went over to him. He tried to get up and couldn’t. I tried to feed him some wet cat food and he wouldn’t touch it – he just kept meowing. So I FREAKED! Pita not eating (he’s such a little piggy).

I took him to the vet and they were very concerned. After doing some x-rays and tests they concluded that he probably has a heart condition. He is very pale (they tell from the gums), and has a low temperature and his heart rate is very, very slow. I got some medication for Pita and if he responds, all is well. If not…let’s just say, I’m praying he responds. Right now he can barely stand on his own and is having a difficult time breathing. Please say a little prayer for Pita. Kali Maa is staying close by and keeping an eye on Pita.

Pita has been doing much better, but still has labored breathing. I am very concerned that he is in pain. It seems as though the move from Cali to Colorado may be the culprit (no, it's not the food). He goes in for a checkup this Saturday, and I'll make a decision based on whether or not Pita is suffering.

Little Pita Pat Cat

All's Well That Ends Well

Good news!

Believe it or not, I kept my follow up appointment last Friday and it seems my inner ear was the cause of all the trouble.

The doctor's advice is still "no sudden moves", he says it so gravely as if the world will come to an end if I move too fast. When I asked him when I could go back to the gym his reply was "walking is the best exercise." I said, "Yeah, but how long should I wait before I go back to the gym?" He said "Walking really is the best exercise." I thought "Are you a politician? Answer the question!" but instead said "O.K." while resisting the impulse to roll my eyes.

So there you have it.

I'm So Dizzy, My Head is Spinning...

Well! Last Thursday morning the alarm went off as usual. Pita (the bad kitty) immediately jumped on my chest as if to say "feed me NOW!" I stretched, and got out of bed, bent down to give Pita a pat (see if you don't get it, I'll 'splain) and BAM! My entire world started spinning! I felt like I was on a carnival ride. I dropped to the floor and did some breathing exercises, Pita with his ears back, was not pleased at the delay in his breakfast. In about 30 seconds, the spinning stopped and I walked gingerly into the kitchen to feed the kitties.

I soon discovered that if I moved my head in ANY direction at all just a little to fast, I'd be right back on the merry-go-round. I took a shower and got dressed and went to work (don't ask me why, I was not thinking clearly). I figured I was a little dehydrated and just needed a little time to feel normal - NOT!

Soon after arriving at work, I realized that the "spells" were continuing and were getting worse. So, now I'm getting a little scared. I've never experienced anything like it - not even in the few earthquakes I've experienced out here in Cali. I made an appointment, voluntarily, with the doctor for tests, and went home to rest. To make a long story short, each day I felt a little better - I spent the weekend watching DVDs from Netflix.

Yesterday (Monday) I went to the doctor and he thought that it is most likely an inner ear infection. I got a prescription and now I feel almost like myself! I find out the results of my blood test and I'll keep you posted.

Cheers!