It’s after midnight, so, Hippo Birdie to me! At 70, I felt old. Now at 72, I’m thinking 75 is old (with apologies to anyone out there who is). Old age is a movable feast ;-]
Trevor always reminds me of our late Cocker spaniel…never met a person or animal that was not a friend. Yes Trevor, you are a very good boy! How nice to see a whole Sunday strip of the Trevor and Beatrix story. And Beatrix is the bestest huge pawed kitten ever!
The vet’s office sent this photo of Lupin resting this morning, I just shared it to Instagram and FB. I spoke to the vet last night and got an update. They still have some tests that won’t be read until Monday just because not everyone is there for the weekend. But so far his kidneys are functioning well and he does not have heart worm, which is great news. They’re not seeing any cancer indicators yet, either, which is a relief. They are pretty sure this is heart disease, though, sadly. We should know more this week. They have started him on a heart med and an anti-clotting med to try and prevent strokes. He is responding really well to everything, so far. The fluid coming out of his lungs seems to have made a huge difference. He very likely will be able to come home today, (fingers crossed!!) if he keeps doing as well as he has been. I will keep everyone posted.
Hey Trevor, wish we lived closer to you so you could stop by for tea this afternoon. I am making dog biscuits for the first time in a cute set of bone shaped molds. I could use another taster. Just hope my dog likes them assuming they turn out well and not just a mess of crumbs if they stick.
Please give nose boops, and hugs. One of my pets have died, and my other pet was searching for her. I hate when an animal, or a person dies near thanksgiving. We all miss her.
Best of luck, Ms Dunn, and best wishes for little Lupin, though from what you say it doesn’t look too encouraging. Cats can have myocardial hypertrophy (who knew), carried off our Lulu, who was in many ways the Den Mother of our coven of four Snowshoes. After she was gone, the other three (her sister Lily and a couple of cousins) didn’t seem to know what they were supposed to do. Literally.
Sunday afternoon update: Lupin is home!! Safe and sound and resting. He is sticking to staying inside his carrier at the moment, but seems happy and relaxed to be back. He’s on some new meds and will have his next dose tonight, but for now he is just resting comfortably. Thank you for all your prayers and good thoughts. Test results are still coming in, I should have more info on what is happening this week, but right now he seems a lot happier without all that fluid in his lungs. Love you to pieces Lupin, SO happy you are home!
And special thanks to Dr. Bean and the staff at Blue Pearl in Kirkland, WA! Dr. Bean performed Lupin’s procedure and walked me through what was happening on that first night. I’m so grateful to the great care she and everyone at Blue Pearl gave Lupin these past 48+ hours! He was very lucky to have them.
Little Tisiphone (with the shaved hip in the picture) suffers from heart disease. She never could run around because of her skeletal issues, but she takes her pill every day (as daddy braves her fangs) and the boys remain terrified of getting within Paw’s reach.
Le'letha Premium Member over 2 years ago
I love that she brought a prop globe to really bring her message home. Beatrix, you cutie.
Lady Bri over 2 years ago
WHO’S A GOOD BOY??! LUPIN!!! :D
Ahsum over 2 years ago
Sunday Funday
Sue Ellen over 2 years ago
Beatrix toe beans! So many toe beans!
fullmoondeb Premium Member over 2 years ago
BoKH! Back of Kitten head alert… man your stations.
deadheadzan over 2 years ago
Beatrix and those huge paws slay me!
MrsXandamere over 2 years ago
I need a little Beatrix to live on my shoulder and get me through the tough days.
DennisinSeattle Premium Member over 2 years ago
I love how she coaxed Trevor to accept a little praise.
marilynnbyerly over 2 years ago
Trevor is the bestest boy in the whole tiny town!
LastRoseOfSummer 1 Premium Member over 2 years ago
Awwww, that is so sweet! I just want to give him pats.
Jungle Empress over 2 years ago
This is just too sweet! Oh, Beatrix. You’re such a good girl, a purrfect match for Trevor’s good boy! ❤
FreyjaRN Premium Member over 2 years ago
Aww! So nice.
WelshRat Premium Member over 2 years ago
I think he knows a good Girl too.
ikini Premium Member over 2 years ago
It’s after midnight, so, Hippo Birdie to me! At 70, I felt old. Now at 72, I’m thinking 75 is old (with apologies to anyone out there who is). Old age is a movable feast ;-]
mysterysciencefreezer over 2 years ago
Everyone could use a Beatrix in their lives.
arolarson Premium Member over 2 years ago
Trevor always reminds me of our late Cocker spaniel…never met a person or animal that was not a friend. Yes Trevor, you are a very good boy! How nice to see a whole Sunday strip of the Trevor and Beatrix story. And Beatrix is the bestest huge pawed kitten ever!
Gent over 2 years ago
Well, I is a good bear. Gimme your picanic baskets with all your foods now.
hruskafrances50 over 2 years ago
We ALL can use a Beatrix in our lives……thank you for saving this small cat!!!
cat19632001 over 2 years ago
Beatrix could have a career as a motivational speaker.
Pinemelon over 2 years ago
How old are Goldie puck Elvis and Lupin?
Not Me over 2 years ago
Hippo Birdy two ewes. And many Hippo returns.
Batteries over 2 years ago
“I’m good enough, I’m smart enough, and doggone it, people like me.”
drmickeyg over 2 years ago
This reminds me of the Stuart Smalley skit on SNL: “You’re Good Enough, You’re Smart Enough And Doggone it, People Like You.”
christopherbacon692 over 2 years ago
Yay for Beatrix being an emotional support cat
jazzinjeep Premium Member over 2 years ago
Im so hoping Lupin is ok.
"Doon the Watter" on the Waverley over 2 years ago
I have the best dog. You have the best dog. Everybody’s dog is the BEST dog!
DeerOrchid Premium Member over 2 years ago
Panel 6: Beatrix using her pom-pom paws as a pom-pom.
Major Matt Mason Premium Member over 2 years ago
The dorbs have been cranked up to 11!
andycat Premium Member over 2 years ago
Every time I think I can’t adore Beatrix any more… (and I adore Trevor, too!)
ladykat over 2 years ago
It’s a wonderful Sunday strip.
Georgia, any updates available on Lupin?
Super Fly over 2 years ago
I think after the last 6 years, we’re all feeling old
stairsteppublishing over 2 years ago
Of course Trevor is a Good Boy and Friend, and Dog, and………all around good being.
skipper1992 over 2 years ago
Shared in tribute to The Girl on her birthday. Mimi and Dzadziu love you very much!
https://youtu.be/TI5jQru9m_I
DM3456 over 2 years ago
Beatrix’s support is so heartwarming!
SheMc over 2 years ago
Oh Trevor, such a sweetie X
The Wolf In Your Midst over 2 years ago
Beatrix makes for a natural cheerleader, for her paws are also pom-poms.
Georgia Dunn creator over 2 years ago
The vet’s office sent this photo of Lupin resting this morning, I just shared it to Instagram and FB. I spoke to the vet last night and got an update. They still have some tests that won’t be read until Monday just because not everyone is there for the weekend. But so far his kidneys are functioning well and he does not have heart worm, which is great news. They’re not seeing any cancer indicators yet, either, which is a relief. They are pretty sure this is heart disease, though, sadly. We should know more this week. They have started him on a heart med and an anti-clotting med to try and prevent strokes. He is responding really well to everything, so far. The fluid coming out of his lungs seems to have made a huge difference. He very likely will be able to come home today, (fingers crossed!!) if he keeps doing as well as he has been. I will keep everyone posted.
nycatlady over 2 years ago
Good news!
arolarson Premium Member over 2 years ago
Hey Trevor, wish we lived closer to you so you could stop by for tea this afternoon. I am making dog biscuits for the first time in a cute set of bone shaped molds. I could use another taster. Just hope my dog likes them assuming they turn out well and not just a mess of crumbs if they stick.
asrialfeeple over 2 years ago
I thought Beatrix was a girl.
Loaf The Bird over 2 years ago
Please give nose boops, and hugs. One of my pets have died, and my other pet was searching for her. I hate when an animal, or a person dies near thanksgiving. We all miss her.
Sue Ellen over 2 years ago
Here’s the Instagram link to the photo of Lupin for those who have trouble getting there. He appears to have a fuzzy blanket to help comfort him:
https://www.instagram.com/p/CWQ_OikviX4/
AndrewSihler over 2 years ago
Best of luck, Ms Dunn, and best wishes for little Lupin, though from what you say it doesn’t look too encouraging. Cats can have myocardial hypertrophy (who knew), carried off our Lulu, who was in many ways the Den Mother of our coven of four Snowshoes. After she was gone, the other three (her sister Lily and a couple of cousins) didn’t seem to know what they were supposed to do. Literally.
harleyhoni over 2 years ago
so much love from your greater invisible family to you, yours and especially to Lupin!
Georgia Dunn creator over 2 years ago
Sunday afternoon update: Lupin is home!! Safe and sound and resting. He is sticking to staying inside his carrier at the moment, but seems happy and relaxed to be back. He’s on some new meds and will have his next dose tonight, but for now he is just resting comfortably. Thank you for all your prayers and good thoughts. Test results are still coming in, I should have more info on what is happening this week, but right now he seems a lot happier without all that fluid in his lungs. Love you to pieces Lupin, SO happy you are home!
And special thanks to Dr. Bean and the staff at Blue Pearl in Kirkland, WA! Dr. Bean performed Lupin’s procedure and walked me through what was happening on that first night. I’m so grateful to the great care she and everyone at Blue Pearl gave Lupin these past 48+ hours! He was very lucky to have them.
knight1192a over 2 years ago
Wait, Beatrix is a boy?
paulahmurray over 2 years ago
Oh my, hope he is getting better! That is hard. .
Laurie Stoker Premium Member over 2 years ago
And Beatrix is the very best girl!!!
over 2 years ago
Yep, he’s a really good boy indeed.
Biskits over 2 years ago
Prayers for lupin and your family.
Snomom over 2 years ago
Little Tisiphone (with the shaved hip in the picture) suffers from heart disease. She never could run around because of her skeletal issues, but she takes her pill every day (as daddy braves her fangs) and the boys remain terrified of getting within Paw’s reach.
ThePandaOfTheOpera over 2 years ago
We all need Beatrix to help us find courage