Looking forward to the holidays and all the Sales? Great News! I've decided this year not to have any "little sales" for Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Cyber Monday, etc. How is that great news?.... Instead I am running ONE HUGE SALE on my website Now through January 15, 2011! 20% OFF Everything* AND Free Shipping! This is perfect time for all of your holiday shopping for yourself and the Cat Lovers on your list! This Sale continues into the New Year for for spending those Holiday Gift Cards too! ;)
HUGE Holiday Sale! 20% OFF EVERYTHING* on my Website!
http://www.Tigerpixie.com
Use the Voucher Code = 20HOLIDAY10
& click Recalculate at checkout to receive the 20% off discount and Free Shipping too!!
This sale will end at Midnight (Pacific Time) January 15, 2011.
I do not run this kind of sale very often! This offer applies to nearly everything* on my website. Have you been watching one of my Original Paintings? If you buy it now you could save Hundreds of Dollars and get Free shipping too! Have you always wanted one of my Limited Edition Canvas Prints? Now they are starting at $79 for the 11x14 size and $60 for the 8x10 size! All Open Edition prints are starting at just $7.20! Need Gifts for the Cat Lovers on your List? Keychains, Magnets, Cameo Necklaces, Coloring pages, Figurines, etc, are all at Great prices too!
http://www.Tigerpixie.com
Remember you must add the Voucher Code : 20HOLIDAY10, in the Voucher section of the Checkout Cart & click Recalculate to receive the 20% discount and you will also receive the Free Shipping for your order too.
*Exclusions, This sale does not apply to Custom Commission Paintings, Wholesale Orders or on any of my other shops, eBay, Etsy, Artfire, Zazzle etc.
*Zazzle Gift Gallery http://www.Tigerpixieart.com
I have added more items to my Zazzle Store! Also just in time for the Holidays Zazzle has added,
Beautiful New Ceramic Ornaments that make lovely keepsakes and are customizable!
Here are some current Zazzle Sale Codes you can use on your Zazzle orders ....
Free Shipping on $50 or more order
Zazzle Coupon Code : FREESHIPFORU
Expires: 12/31/10
$10.00 OFF SHOES!
Zazzle Coupon Code : HOLIDAYSHOES
Expires: 11/23/10
25% Off Cards
Zazzle Coupon Code : CARDSALE25ZZ
Expires 1/1/11
$9.00 Off Avery Binders
Zazzle Coupon Code : AVERYCUSTOM1
Expires 12/31/10
10% off 2 or more Mugs
Zazzle Coupon Code : 10FF2PLUSMUG
Expires 1/1/11
10% Off T-Shirts
Zazzle Coupon Code : 10PRCTOFFTEE
Expires 1/1/11
*Just An FYI, Last Year Zazzle had some GREAT Black Friday/Cyber Monday Sales so do keep an eye out for them. (I'll be posting them on TigerpixieArt's Facebook Art Page and Tigerpixie's Twitter
Please remember, If there is a particular image you would like to see added to my Zazzle Gallery, please let me know you are interested & which products and I will add them to the gallery for you.
Also if the image you love is not on the product you would like yet, please let me know and I will get that product added to the gallery for you.
http://www.Tigerpixieart.com
I hope that you enjoy all of these Holiday Sales! I have a Little Holiday Cat Nip painting in mind. I hope to start on her soon!
Monday, November 15, 2010
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
*Important!*
I just wanted to let you all know that I have had a family emergency. My 6 year old daughter was admitted to the hospital with pneumonia and asthma yesterday. So there will be a little delay in my completing your order because of this. The doctors are hoping she will be well enough to come home in a few days. You may still purchase my items online, but there will be a delay in processing your order. All orders will be shipped after November 4, 2010. Thank you so much for your understanding, Carrie
Sunday, October 24, 2010
New Art! "Witch's Kittens" Drawing, Zazzle Sales, Facebook Art Page
I have a New Drawing to share with you! Just in time for Halloween, the latest in my Witch's Cats Series! Some Zazzle Sales & Facebook Art Page .....
*New Art!
"Witch's Kittens"
9" x 12" Original Graphite Pencil on Bristol Paper
10 Day Auction on eBay, Ending on Monday, November 1st.
Two adorable little Witch's Kittens sit with a vampire skull. This drawing is based on an image of my own two kittens Trixie & Pixie.
"Witch's Kittens" is available as Art Prints, Cameo Necklaces, Bookmarks, Keychains, Magnets, Notecards. All on my website here....
http://tigerpixie.com/catalog.php?all=yes
Zazzle http://www.tigerpixieart.com
Halloween Sale! $5 off T-Shirts & Bags! Use Code: SCARYSAVINGS Ends 10/24 at 11:59pm PT!
TigerpixieArt's Zazzle T-Shirts
TigerpixieArt's Zazzle Tote Bags
25% Off Cards Use Code; CARDSALE25ZZ
TigerpixieArt's Zazzle Tote Bags
Expires 1/1
$9.00 Off Avery Binders Use Code: AVERYCUSTOM1
Avery Binders are not just for school. They can be the perfect place for scrapbook pages, family photos or to store your ACEO card collections. They are customizable too. So feel free to add your own text to the covers & spine!.....
TigerpixieArt's Zazzle Binders
Expires 12/31
10% Off Any Order Use Code: 10ZAZZLESAVE
Ongoing Promo
Free Shipping on orders over $50.00 Use Code: FRESHIPFORU
Expires 10/28
I will be updating my Zazzle Gallery with lots of new items very soon! So please do check back ;)
http://www.tigerpixieart.com
TigerpixieArt on Facebook
My little Art Page on Facebook is really growing! I post here and on my personal page on a regular basis about what I am working on and the latest in my artsy world.
I have also added new photos of Trixie & Pixie on my Facebook photo album here, http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=66275&id=1216046469&l=25d8e7f435
I hope you enjoy my "Witch's Kittens" Drawing and all my other little updates. I haven't decided what I will be creating next. I did remember why I love drawing so much while creating my latest. So plan on seeing many more drawings from me in the future! Thank you so much for your support! As always please feel free to E-Mail me with any questions, suggestions or requests.
*New Art!
"Witch's Kittens"
9" x 12" Original Graphite Pencil on Bristol Paper
10 Day Auction on eBay, Ending on Monday, November 1st.
Two adorable little Witch's Kittens sit with a vampire skull. This drawing is based on an image of my own two kittens Trixie & Pixie.
"Witch's Kittens" is available as Art Prints, Cameo Necklaces, Bookmarks, Keychains, Magnets, Notecards. All on my website here....
http://tigerpixie.com/catalog.php?all=yes
Zazzle http://www.tigerpixieart.com
Halloween Sale! $5 off T-Shirts & Bags! Use Code: SCARYSAVINGS Ends 10/24 at 11:59pm PT!
TigerpixieArt's Zazzle T-Shirts
TigerpixieArt's Zazzle Tote Bags
25% Off Cards Use Code; CARDSALE25ZZ
TigerpixieArt's Zazzle Tote Bags
Expires 1/1
$9.00 Off Avery Binders Use Code: AVERYCUSTOM1
Avery Binders are not just for school. They can be the perfect place for scrapbook pages, family photos or to store your ACEO card collections. They are customizable too. So feel free to add your own text to the covers & spine!.....
TigerpixieArt's Zazzle Binders
Expires 12/31
10% Off Any Order Use Code: 10ZAZZLESAVE
Ongoing Promo
Free Shipping on orders over $50.00 Use Code: FRESHIPFORU
Expires 10/28
I will be updating my Zazzle Gallery with lots of new items very soon! So please do check back ;)
http://www.tigerpixieart.com
TigerpixieArt on Facebook
My little Art Page on Facebook is really growing! I post here and on my personal page on a regular basis about what I am working on and the latest in my artsy world.
I have also added new photos of Trixie & Pixie on my Facebook photo album here, http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=66275&id=1216046469&l=25d8e7f435
I hope you enjoy my "Witch's Kittens" Drawing and all my other little updates. I haven't decided what I will be creating next. I did remember why I love drawing so much while creating my latest. So plan on seeing many more drawings from me in the future! Thank you so much for your support! As always please feel free to E-Mail me with any questions, suggestions or requests.
Thursday, September 02, 2010
Zazzle Labor Day Sale! 30% Off Shoes, 20% Off Bags, 50% Off Posters, 10% Off Mugs & Tshirts...
Zazzle Labor Day Sale! Now - Monday, 9/6 Use code: LABORDAYSALE
http://www.tigerpixieart.com
30% Off Shoes!!
http://www.zazzle.com/tigerpixieart/shoes?rf=238124961679016401
Gorgeous Keds Shoes featuring my Fantasy Cats :)
50% Off Posters!
http://www.zazzle.com/tigerpixieart/posters?rf=238124961679016401
Art posters in multiple sizes & paper types! You can even choose to have it matted and framed!
10% Off Mugs!
http://www.zazzle.com/tigerpixieart/mugs?rf=238124961679016401
Remember you can customize your mug, change the size, colors, styles etc. before ordering! :)
10% Off T-Shirts!
http://www.zazzle.com/tigerpixieart/tshirts?rf=238124961679016401
Remember you can customize your tshirt, change the size, colors, styles etc. before ordering! :)
20% Off Tote Bags!
http://www.zazzle.com/tigerpixieart/bags?rf=238124961679016401
Remember you can customize your bag, change the size, colors, styles etc. before ordering! :)
Zazzle Labor Day Sale! Now - Monday, 9/6 Use code: LABORDAYSALE
http://www.tigerpixieart.com
http://www.tigerpixieart.com
30% Off Shoes!!
http://www.zazzle.com/tigerpixieart/shoes?rf=238124961679016401
Gorgeous Keds Shoes featuring my Fantasy Cats :)
50% Off Posters!
http://www.zazzle.com/tigerpixieart/posters?rf=238124961679016401
Art posters in multiple sizes & paper types! You can even choose to have it matted and framed!
10% Off Mugs!
http://www.zazzle.com/tigerpixieart/mugs?rf=238124961679016401
Remember you can customize your mug, change the size, colors, styles etc. before ordering! :)
10% Off T-Shirts!
http://www.zazzle.com/tigerpixieart/tshirts?rf=238124961679016401
Remember you can customize your tshirt, change the size, colors, styles etc. before ordering! :)
20% Off Tote Bags!
http://www.zazzle.com/tigerpixieart/bags?rf=238124961679016401
Remember you can customize your bag, change the size, colors, styles etc. before ordering! :)
Zazzle Labor Day Sale! Now - Monday, 9/6 Use code: LABORDAYSALE
http://www.tigerpixieart.com
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Important Update,
I have been & will be away for a while because we've had a family emergency. My Father in-law is in critical care at the hostpital. Please keep him and our family in your thoughts.
Saturday, August 14, 2010
New Cat Nips Art! "Vampire Cat Couple", Steampunk Coloring Book, etc....
I have lots of fun things to share! I have my New Cat Nips Painting to share with you tonight! A New Steampunk Coloring Book featuring my" Steampunk Cats" published by Ellen Million Graphics, Some Zazzle Sales, Facebook Art Page updates and a reminder for my Free Shipping offer currently running on my website ......
*New Art!
"Vampire Cat Couple ~ Where's the party?"
14" x 11" Original Acrylic and Ink on Bristol Paper
This adorably devious vampire cat couple is dressed to the nines for a ghoulishly entertaining night on the town. She's decided to start her party a little early with a nice warm glass of... well you know what vampires drink ;) He is looking dapper with his top hat, cape and cane.
"Vampire Cat Couple ~ Where's the Party?" is available as Limited Edition Canvas Prints, Art Prints, Cameo Necklaces, Bookmarks, Keychains, Magnets and Notecards. All on my website here....
http://tigerpixie.com/catalog.php?all=yes
"Steam Dreaming" - New Coloring Book featuring both of my "Steampunk Cats"!
Published by Ellen Million Graphics. This coloring book features 18 pages of steampunk goodness! Clockwork dragons, mermaids and more. Artists include - Jessica Douglas, Erika Harm, Carrie Hawks, Jenny Heidewald, Ellen Million and Tiffany Toland. Difficulty level: Pretty Darn Challenging. Coloring books are a little over 8 x 10 inches, with single-sided pages and are $7.50 each. You can order a copy of "Steam Dreaming" here, Ellen Million Graphics
Zazzle
Back to School Sale! $8 off custom binders! Use Code: BTSRULEAVERY Ends Tomorrow 8/15 at 11:59pm PT! Avery Binders are not just for school. They can be the perfect place for scrapbook pages, family photos or to store your ACEO card collections. They are customizable too. So feel free to add your own text to the covers & spine!.....
TigerpixieArt's Zazzle Binders
I will be updating my Zazzle Gallery with lots of new items very soon! So please do check back ;)
http://www.tigerpixieart.com
Reminder, FREE Shipping on my Website!
This offer is running from Now - August 31, 2010. The shipping will be removed automatically in the Checkout Cart for all orders OVER $25.00. More details are on my website's Monthly Special page.
I hope you enjoy my "Vampire Cat Couple ~ Where's the Party?", the Steampunk Coloring Book and all my other little updates. I haven't decided what I will be painting next. I have too many ideas to pick from! Thank you so much for your support! As always please feel free to E-Mail me with any questions, suggestions or requests.
*New Art!
"Vampire Cat Couple ~ Where's the party?"
14" x 11" Original Acrylic and Ink on Bristol Paper
This adorably devious vampire cat couple is dressed to the nines for a ghoulishly entertaining night on the town. She's decided to start her party a little early with a nice warm glass of... well you know what vampires drink ;) He is looking dapper with his top hat, cape and cane.
"Vampire Cat Couple ~ Where's the Party?" is available as Limited Edition Canvas Prints, Art Prints, Cameo Necklaces, Bookmarks, Keychains, Magnets and Notecards. All on my website here....
http://tigerpixie.com/catalog.php?all=yes
"Steam Dreaming" - New Coloring Book featuring both of my "Steampunk Cats"!
Published by Ellen Million Graphics. This coloring book features 18 pages of steampunk goodness! Clockwork dragons, mermaids and more. Artists include - Jessica Douglas, Erika Harm, Carrie Hawks, Jenny Heidewald, Ellen Million and Tiffany Toland. Difficulty level: Pretty Darn Challenging. Coloring books are a little over 8 x 10 inches, with single-sided pages and are $7.50 each. You can order a copy of "Steam Dreaming" here, Ellen Million Graphics
Zazzle
Back to School Sale! $8 off custom binders! Use Code: BTSRULEAVERY Ends Tomorrow 8/15 at 11:59pm PT! Avery Binders are not just for school. They can be the perfect place for scrapbook pages, family photos or to store your ACEO card collections. They are customizable too. So feel free to add your own text to the covers & spine!.....
TigerpixieArt's Zazzle Binders
I will be updating my Zazzle Gallery with lots of new items very soon! So please do check back ;)
http://www.tigerpixieart.com
Reminder, FREE Shipping on my Website!
This offer is running from Now - August 31, 2010. The shipping will be removed automatically in the Checkout Cart for all orders OVER $25.00. More details are on my website's Monthly Special page.
I hope you enjoy my "Vampire Cat Couple ~ Where's the Party?", the Steampunk Coloring Book and all my other little updates. I haven't decided what I will be painting next. I have too many ideas to pick from! Thank you so much for your support! As always please feel free to E-Mail me with any questions, suggestions or requests.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
New Trixie & Pixie Pixs!
Look at how fast they are growing! Aren't they cute!!! :)
The rest are in their album on Facebook here, Trixie & Pixie Pixs
The rest are in their album on Facebook here, Trixie & Pixie Pixs
Thursday, July 08, 2010
New Art! "Steampunk Cat Guy" New LE Canvas Prints, Free Shipping Offer ...
I hope you are enjoying the summer! I have had a really busy summer so far. Lots of fun family things going on :) I have my New "Steampunk Cat Guy" Painting to share with you tonight! Plus some New Limited Edition Canvas Prints and a Free Shipping Offer ......
*New Art!
"Steampunk Cat Guy"
12" x 16" Original Acrylic and Ink on Canvas
A handsome Victorian steampunk cat guy poses for the perfect portrait with his laser pistol, telescope and an collection of flying ships, hot air balloons and other flying contraptions behind him.
"Steampunk Cat Guy" is available as Limited Edition Canvas Prints, Art Prints, Cameo Necklaces, Bookmarks, Keychains, Magnets, Notecards on my website here....
http://tigerpixie.com/catalog.php?all=yes
New Limited Edition Canvas Prints
I now have LE Canvas Prints available of, all 4 "Elemental Fairy Cats" (Earth, Air, Water & Fire), "Lil Mardi Gras Cat", "Steampunk Valentine", "Lavender Roses" and of course "Steampunk Cat Guy"
FREE Shipping on my Website!
This offer is running from Now - August 31, 2010. The shipping will be removed automatically in the Checkout Cart for all orders OVER $25.00. More details are on my website's Monthly Special page.
I hope you enjoy my "Steampunk Cat Guy" & all the new LE Canvas Prints! Currently, I'm brainstorming a few new CatNip paintings and can't wait to get started on them! Thank you so much for your support! As always please feel free to E-Mail me with any questions, suggestions or requests :)
*New Art!
"Steampunk Cat Guy"
12" x 16" Original Acrylic and Ink on Canvas
A handsome Victorian steampunk cat guy poses for the perfect portrait with his laser pistol, telescope and an collection of flying ships, hot air balloons and other flying contraptions behind him.
"Steampunk Cat Guy" is available as Limited Edition Canvas Prints, Art Prints, Cameo Necklaces, Bookmarks, Keychains, Magnets, Notecards on my website here....
http://tigerpixie.com/catalog.php?all=yes
New Limited Edition Canvas Prints
I now have LE Canvas Prints available of, all 4 "Elemental Fairy Cats" (Earth, Air, Water & Fire), "Lil Mardi Gras Cat", "Steampunk Valentine", "Lavender Roses" and of course "Steampunk Cat Guy"
FREE Shipping on my Website!
This offer is running from Now - August 31, 2010. The shipping will be removed automatically in the Checkout Cart for all orders OVER $25.00. More details are on my website's Monthly Special page.
I hope you enjoy my "Steampunk Cat Guy" & all the new LE Canvas Prints! Currently, I'm brainstorming a few new CatNip paintings and can't wait to get started on them! Thank you so much for your support! As always please feel free to E-Mail me with any questions, suggestions or requests :)
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Kitties Update....
Zoe ~ She's better, her breathing is a lot more normal now. Also the vet said around the same time I brought Zoe in for the weird breathing she started having a number of cats & dogs being brought in with the same symptoms. She says she's not sure exactly what is causing it. So for now Zoe is doing fine and she doesn't think I need to go ahead with the ultrasound.
Kittens ~ Both passed their feline aids & leukemia tests Trixie, is up to 2 lbs and got her first shots last week. Pixie, is not gaining weight as fast as her sister. She still weights just a little over 1 lb. So she is getting NutraCal a few time a day and a little in her wet food too. The vet thinks she could have a tapeworm from the fleas she had when i got her. She can't have any meds for that until she weighs over 2 lbs. Also we decided to wait on her shots too till she's 2 lbs too.
Tabby is doing fine too :) Yay! It was rough there for a while! I was at the vetr with some kitty a few times a week there for a while! O_O Hopefully everyone will stay healthy! *fingers crossed*
Kittens ~ Both passed their feline aids & leukemia tests Trixie, is up to 2 lbs and got her first shots last week. Pixie, is not gaining weight as fast as her sister. She still weights just a little over 1 lb. So she is getting NutraCal a few time a day and a little in her wet food too. The vet thinks she could have a tapeworm from the fleas she had when i got her. She can't have any meds for that until she weighs over 2 lbs. Also we decided to wait on her shots too till she's 2 lbs too.
Tabby is doing fine too :) Yay! It was rough there for a while! I was at the vetr with some kitty a few times a week there for a while! O_O Hopefully everyone will stay healthy! *fingers crossed*
Friday, May 28, 2010
A cute little video of our baby kittens playing...
They are getting used to the bathroom & us too. The little white kitty purrs now when I pet her and the little brown one isn't even hissing very much anymore.
Zoe went to the vet again yesterday...
I noticed that Zoe was breathing kind of heavier Wednesday night, like almost twice as fast as Tabby. Noting else was wrong with her though, she was still eating drinking, up and around etc. So I took her to the vet first think Thursday morning. They kept her for observation and to check her out. Of course I'm worried that it's something with her heart like Leo had. They did an x-ray and that all looked good, no enlarging from the outside of the heart, lungs looked fine, no fluid or anything. Her chest sounds fine and so does her heart. So why the weird breathing? The vet thought she could of caught a respiratory infection from the kittens. I have them in the bathroom thinking that was fine but she says the respiratory infection could travel in the air. She also checked her urine again and she does have another UTI. So right now she is back on antibiotics for the UTI & possible respiratory infection. If that doesn't help with her breathing she said it may be her heart :( There is another form of heart disease where the heart walls thicken from the inside. This would not be visible on an x-ray. It would require an expensive ultrasound from a specialist to detect and then she says the treatments won't fix her. She said she wasn't trying to scare me but just being truthful and even went so far as to say that Zoe could just drop dead from this if that's what she has :( How scary is that! Even the emergency vet that took care of Leo before he died said that cats with heart conditions even when caught early don't do well. I honestly don't know what to do with her if she doesn't have the respiratory infection and it could be this other heart problem. Would or could the vet treat her for that without the ultrasound that's so expensive? I don't know. I'm hoping that she gets better over the weekend once the antibiotics kick in. If not I'll be talking to the vet again Monday to see what our options are :(
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
We've got Baby Kittens!! :)
Here are the two kittens we got from the dumpster at my dad's work. One of the wild cats there had 5 kittens. They have about 6 cats living in the woods where my dad works. He's looking into trapping them and getting them spayed/neutered and then releasing them.
They are both girls. The little girl on the left is a little smaller than her sister. She has beautiful markings. So far Angel has taken to her the most. To me the little girl on the right, kind of looks like a little girl version on Leo :) She's a feisty little thing.
We haven't named them yet. I'm trying to find some names that would be for a pair that like go together. Like Lucy & Ethel (can't use that cuz i had gerbils named after I Love Lucy years ago) or Peeka & Boo. Ian said Pearl & Sandy (from Spongebob LOL!) You get the idea ;) I'm open to suggestions! I'm sure the perfect names will click when I hear/see them ;D
More Kitten Pixs on Facebook
They are still a little wild and will hiss when you first go to pick them up. I know they'll settle down after a few days. Tabby & Leo were the same way when we first rescued them too.
They look a little rough now but give them a few weeks and they'll be all healthy! They both are getting treatments for their eyes, worms & fleas. The vet thought they looked pretty good overall. I am keeping them separated from Tabby, Zoe & Buddy for a while and will introduce them very slowly. They still have more vet trips and tests they need to have. So the hall bathroom is theirs for now ;)
I also got meds for the other 3 kittens still at my dad's work. (2 of those are still looking for homes too! There is a beautiful black kitten and the "twin" of the little tabby one we got. Let me know if you'd like one!) Here's some pixs of the other kittens, Here and Here
I am keeping them separated from Tabby, Zoe & Buddy for a while and will introduce them very slowly. They still have more vet trips and tests they need to have. So ther hall bathroom is theirs for now ;)
They are both girls. The little girl on the left is a little smaller than her sister. She has beautiful markings. So far Angel has taken to her the most. To me the little girl on the right, kind of looks like a little girl version on Leo :) She's a feisty little thing.
We haven't named them yet. I'm trying to find some names that would be for a pair that like go together. Like Lucy & Ethel (can't use that cuz i had gerbils named after I Love Lucy years ago) or Peeka & Boo. Ian said Pearl & Sandy (from Spongebob LOL!) You get the idea ;) I'm open to suggestions! I'm sure the perfect names will click when I hear/see them ;D
More Kitten Pixs on Facebook
They are still a little wild and will hiss when you first go to pick them up. I know they'll settle down after a few days. Tabby & Leo were the same way when we first rescued them too.
They look a little rough now but give them a few weeks and they'll be all healthy! They both are getting treatments for their eyes, worms & fleas. The vet thought they looked pretty good overall. I am keeping them separated from Tabby, Zoe & Buddy for a while and will introduce them very slowly. They still have more vet trips and tests they need to have. So the hall bathroom is theirs for now ;)
I also got meds for the other 3 kittens still at my dad's work. (2 of those are still looking for homes too! There is a beautiful black kitten and the "twin" of the little tabby one we got. Let me know if you'd like one!) Here's some pixs of the other kittens, Here and Here
I am keeping them separated from Tabby, Zoe & Buddy for a while and will introduce them very slowly. They still have more vet trips and tests they need to have. So ther hall bathroom is theirs for now ;)
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Back from the Vet with a Kitty Update...
Tabby's blood work for the thyroid came back high again (Hyperthyroidism). This was after 1 week of being off her meds since her last blood work showed her thyroid went the other direction and was extremely low (Hypothyroidism). So 1 pill twice a day or 1/2 a pill twice a day makes her sick and is too much meds for her, Now we are trying 1/2 a pill once a day and hopefully that will be good for her. Other than that she doing very good, eating well and gaining back the weight she lost.
Zoe's blood work showed nothing out of the ordinary. They checked everything, blood sugar, thyroid, kidney function, liver, electrolytes, blood cell count, everything. The only thing she did find was her liver was a little tiny bit high but for her age that could just be normal. Zoe has started eating and drinking some on her own but not enough. I have been feeding her what she still needs to eat. She is feeling better and fighting me on the feeding, locking her jaws and growling at me. Where before she just didn't care because she was too sick to fight back. So that's a good thing, she's getting better BUT a Bad thing since I'm having a very hard time getting the rest of the food she needs to eat each day in her. Today at the vet they gave her more fluids, another short term steroid shot and some pills that should get her appetite back up. Hopefully she'll start eating and drinking on her own like she used to. *fingers crossed*
Zoe's blood work showed nothing out of the ordinary. They checked everything, blood sugar, thyroid, kidney function, liver, electrolytes, blood cell count, everything. The only thing she did find was her liver was a little tiny bit high but for her age that could just be normal. Zoe has started eating and drinking some on her own but not enough. I have been feeding her what she still needs to eat. She is feeling better and fighting me on the feeding, locking her jaws and growling at me. Where before she just didn't care because she was too sick to fight back. So that's a good thing, she's getting better BUT a Bad thing since I'm having a very hard time getting the rest of the food she needs to eat each day in her. Today at the vet they gave her more fluids, another short term steroid shot and some pills that should get her appetite back up. Hopefully she'll start eating and drinking on her own like she used to. *fingers crossed*
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Tuesday, May 11, 2010
May Sale! 20% Off Everything at Tigerpixie.com
Big May Sale! 20% OFF EVERYTHING* on my Website!
www.Tigerpixie.com
At Check Out use the Voucher Code = MAYSALE & click Recalculate when you checkout to receive the 20% off discount
Have you been watching one of my Original Paintings? If you buy it now you could save Hundreds of Dollars! Have you always wanted one of my Limited Edition Canvas Prints? Now they are starting at $79 for the 11x14 size and $60 for the 8x10 size! Open Edition prints are starting at just $9.35! Keychains, Magnets, Cameo Necklaces, Coloring pages, Figurines, etc, are all at Great prices too!
www.Tigerpixie.com
Remember you must add the Voucher Codee = MAYSALE , in the Voucher section of the Checkout Cart & click Recalculate to receive the 20% discount.
*Exclusions, This sale does not apply to Custom Commission Paintings, Wholesale Orders or on any of my other shops, eBay, Etsy, Artfire, Zazzle etc.
This offer is running from Now - May 31st Only.
More details are on the Monthly Special page on my website
New Mailing List! I have converted my mailing list to the Yahoo Group system. I am still in full control of my mailing list and this is a very nice secure set up! My Yahoo Group Name is - Tigerpixie_Cat_Art. This is a Newsletter ONLY Group, (Only I will be posting and/or sending out messages when I have art updates to share.) Your email address is NOT shown in the group at all to protect your privacy. Also through the Yahoo Group page and each email update you receive you can add, change or remove your email address anytime you wish.
Here's the link to my new Yahoo Group page if you would like to join my new mailing list - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Tigerpixie_Cat_Art
I hope that you enjoy this May Sale and I hope to see you on my new mailing list if you aren't already there! ;) Thank you so much for your support!
www.Tigerpixie.com
At Check Out use the Voucher Code = MAYSALE & click Recalculate when you checkout to receive the 20% off discount
Have you been watching one of my Original Paintings? If you buy it now you could save Hundreds of Dollars! Have you always wanted one of my Limited Edition Canvas Prints? Now they are starting at $79 for the 11x14 size and $60 for the 8x10 size! Open Edition prints are starting at just $9.35! Keychains, Magnets, Cameo Necklaces, Coloring pages, Figurines, etc, are all at Great prices too!
www.Tigerpixie.com
Remember you must add the Voucher Codee = MAYSALE , in the Voucher section of the Checkout Cart & click Recalculate to receive the 20% discount.
*Exclusions, This sale does not apply to Custom Commission Paintings, Wholesale Orders or on any of my other shops, eBay, Etsy, Artfire, Zazzle etc.
This offer is running from Now - May 31st Only.
More details are on the Monthly Special page on my website
New Mailing List! I have converted my mailing list to the Yahoo Group system. I am still in full control of my mailing list and this is a very nice secure set up! My Yahoo Group Name is - Tigerpixie_Cat_Art. This is a Newsletter ONLY Group, (Only I will be posting and/or sending out messages when I have art updates to share.) Your email address is NOT shown in the group at all to protect your privacy. Also through the Yahoo Group page and each email update you receive you can add, change or remove your email address anytime you wish.
Here's the link to my new Yahoo Group page if you would like to join my new mailing list - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Tigerpixie_Cat_Art
I hope that you enjoy this May Sale and I hope to see you on my new mailing list if you aren't already there! ;) Thank you so much for your support!
Kitty Update, Now Zoe's sick...
With all that was going on with Tabby I didn't notice that Zoe had slowly quit eating her dried food. So I realize this last week and at first I wasn't worried since she had been eating a lot more of the wet food I was giving to them. Last Thursday I see she is not eating the wet food either any more, only licking the juice and sauce and not drinking much water either. So Friday I took Zoe to the vet. Now things have flipped and Zoe is sick. Remember me posting about weaned her off of the steroids she was on to keep her from getting bladder infections back in Feb through March because they weren't good for her? Friday we find out she has a monster bladder infection. The vet started her on antibiotics & gave her fluids. She had none of the normal symptoms of a bladder infection so I had no idea this time. The vet expected Zoe to be feeling better within 24 hours. That didn't happen, things got worse over the weekend, she quit eating & drinking completely. All she wanted to do was curl up and sleep. Well cats can't go without eating! So I have been force feeding her. I have to get 1 can of food (5.5 oz) and a bunch of water in her every 24 hours, it works out to 1/4 a can 4 times a day. It really sucks but she's my baby & if I don't her liver would shut down and she'd die. Monday I had scheduled an afternoon vet appointment for Tabby for her Thyroid blood work. I just went ahead and took Tabby & Zoe super early as soon as the vet's office opened. Tabby got her blood taken and that was all for her, she's gained a little weight back and is doing much better right now. For Zoe, the vet gave her more fluids, a small steroid shot to see if that will get her to start eating again and took blood to see if something else is wrong with her. I also got some NutriCal paste (nutritional supplement) to mix in the food I'm feeding her. Right now I just have to give her the antibiotics, keep her fed and get water in her. She seems a little better today. She ate some treats on her own and also has licked the sauce off of her wet food this morning too. That's still not enough food for her so I'm still feeding her too. *sigh* I know they are getting old but they aren't that old yet, Zoe is 12 and Tabby 14. I just want them both the stay healthy and feel good. I should get back Zoe's blood work today and Tabby's tomorrow....
Thursday, May 06, 2010
"Steampunk Cat Guy" Work in progress pixs ....
"Steampunk Cat Guy" Sketch
"Steampunk Cat Guy" WIP #1 (basic background)
"Steampunk Cat Guy" (background with airships)
"Steampunk Cat Guy" (painted his face & paws, also blocked in most of the base colors of his clothing)
I think he's coming along nicely :) I'll be painting more today!
Friday, April 30, 2010
Vet trip today (Kitty & Doggie Stuff)....
I had an appointment at the Vet today for Buddy (our dog). He is having major allergy problems right now with all the pollen and stuff in the air. His skin gets all red & itchy. He started chewing his fur off in patches and nothing we tried here at home was helping him. So Buddy is now on Prednisone & antibiotics. He also has a special shampoo to wash his infected areas. Poor guy! The Vet said the meds should kick in tomorrow and then he will start feeling much better. I also decided to take Tabby today and have he looked over too. She's still not eating like she should and even turned down roast beef & turkey from my sandwich today. That is soooooo not like her at all. Well she has lost almost a pound since the beginning of February. That's not good. Even though she seems to be drinking lots of water she was slightly dehydrated. So she got fluids today and antibiotics just incase it is something to do with her liver. They also took some blood to run another wellness profile on her and see if that will tell what's going on with her. We'll find out about the blood work Monday. I’m worried, I hope it’s nothing serious!
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Kitty Stuff, Just talked to the Vet about Tabby.....
Tabby (my kitty with the thyroid condition (Hyperthyroidism), has been taking 1/2 a Methimazole pill twice a day for a few months now. She was doing really well on the pills but lately not so much. She has gotten extremely picky about her food. I have been trying so many different wet and dry foods to find something she will eat. Some of them she will eat once or twice and then turn her nose up at them. Others she won't even try at all. The only thing i have found that she really likes is the water from people Tuna mixed with her dry food that she used to like to eat. It's probably only a matter of time before she decides she doesn't want that anymore either. She has a bunch of other symptoms too, seems cold all the time, drinking lots of water, licking her lips and swallowing a lot. The Vet says that all of this can be side effects from her meds. That they can make her nauseous upset her tummy and possibly make her Anorexic. In Tabby's case this isn't good since she has a history of just stopping eating. We are going to try a few things and hopefully get her back on track and feeling better. First, we are going to try is to give her the full pill once a day instead of 1/2 the pill twice a day. This should keep the nauseous feeling down some and hopefully help her tummy feel better. Then she is allowed to have the food she like with the Tuna juice all the time. I had read that it was bad for her so I was worried about giving it to her. The Vet checked this out for me and thinks it will be just fine. I have to keep a close eye on her weight and make sure she doesn't lose anymore. *fingers crossed* I hope all of this helps her. I feel bad that she feels sick. It must suck to feel nauseous all day long everyday. No wonder she doesn't want to eat. Anyone else have a picky cat? What does your cat like to eat?
Friday, April 23, 2010
Show this weekend! Circle of Life Expo...
Circle Of Life Expo
April 24 - 25, 2010, Pensacola, Florida
I will have a booth with all of my art and merchandise for sale.
Saturday, April 24 (10AM -7PM) and Sunday, April 25 (10AM-6PM)
Pensacola Interstate Fair Ground Conference Building
6655 Mobile Hwy, Pensacola, FL 32526
The Circle of Life Expo showcases options to improve your life, physically, emotionally, and spiritually, expand your consciousness, and improve your health. Click the banner for more info...
April 24 - 25, 2010, Pensacola, Florida
I will have a booth with all of my art and merchandise for sale.
Saturday, April 24 (10AM -7PM) and Sunday, April 25 (10AM-6PM)
Pensacola Interstate Fair Ground Conference Building
6655 Mobile Hwy, Pensacola, FL 32526
The Circle of Life Expo showcases options to improve your life, physically, emotionally, and spiritually, expand your consciousness, and improve your health. Click the banner for more info...
Saturday, March 20, 2010
MegaCon 2010 :)
We had a great time and I did really well. Can't wait to be back next year! I met so many people and heard so many cat stories too. Jessica, it was so nice to finally meet you IRL! You are a doll! I was in the Artist's Alley, Purple # 14 and had Deanna Davoli next to me with Tammy Pryce & Carri Travis on the other side of her. It was nice having friends so close :) I also got to visit with Jasmine Becket-Griffith, Celine Chapus & Ash Evans some too before, during & after the show each day :) Here are a few pixs.....
My booth set up for MegaCon, March 12-14, 2010 Orlando, Florida
MegaCon, March 12-14, 2010 Orlando, Florida
Tammy Pryce, Deanna Davoli, Jasmine Becket-Griffith, Me; Carrie Hawks & Carri Travis
Me; Carrie Hawks & Ash Evans
Me; Carrie Hawks, Tammy Pryce & Deanna Davoli
Me; Carrie Hawks, Celine Chapus & Deanna Davoli
Me; Carrie Hawks, my hubby Dewey & Larry Elmore
Lots more pixs here...Tigerpixie's MegaCon 2010 Pixs on Facebook
After the show Dewey & I took monday to go to Universal Studios for the day :) I'll post some pixs from there in the next day or so. The Harry Potter section is looking really close to being finished and it looks Amazing!! :D
My booth set up for MegaCon, March 12-14, 2010 Orlando, Florida
MegaCon, March 12-14, 2010 Orlando, Florida
Tammy Pryce, Deanna Davoli, Jasmine Becket-Griffith, Me; Carrie Hawks & Carri Travis
Me; Carrie Hawks & Ash Evans
Me; Carrie Hawks, Tammy Pryce & Deanna Davoli
Me; Carrie Hawks, Celine Chapus & Deanna Davoli
Me; Carrie Hawks, my hubby Dewey & Larry Elmore
Lots more pixs here...Tigerpixie's MegaCon 2010 Pixs on Facebook
After the show Dewey & I took monday to go to Universal Studios for the day :) I'll post some pixs from there in the next day or so. The Harry Potter section is looking really close to being finished and it looks Amazing!! :D
Monday, February 15, 2010
New Art! "Lil Mardi Gras Cat", New Zazzle Items & Sales...
Happy Chinese New Year! The Year of the Tiger! Also Happy Fat Tuesday too! I have another New Painting to share with you tonight! Plus some New Zazzle items & Sales ......
*New Art!
"Lil Mardi Gras Cat"
8" x 10" Original Acrylic and Ink on Bristol Paper
The next painting in my Cat Nips collection. A chubby little silver gray tabby cat dressed for New Orleans Mardi Gras! She's wearing her beads, a colorful jester skirt and of course has her Fat Tuesday mask with the Fleur de lis! She's ready to Party!
10 Day Auction on eBay here...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=370336254794
"Lil Mardi Gras Cat" is available as Prints, Cameo Necklaces, Bookmarks, Keychains, Magnets, Notecards on my website here....
http://tigerpixie.com/catalog.php?all=yes
*Zazzle Gift Gallery
I have added lots of new items to my Zazzle Store! "Lil Mardi Gras Cat", T-shirts, Mugs, Tote Bags, Mousepads, "Rue Rue's Fortune items, etc!
My Zazzle Gift Gallery... http://www.TigerpixieArt.com
Please remember, If there is a particular image you would like to see added, please let me know you are interested & which products and I will add them to the gallery for you.
Also if the image you love is not on the product you would like yet, please let me know and I will get that product added to the gallery for you.
Here are some current Zazzle Sale Codes you can use on your Zazzle orders....
$5 off $45 or more order
Zazzle Coupon Code : SAVEFIVEON45
15% on 3 or more Mugs
Zazzle Coupon Code : MUGS15SAVER1
Ends Apr 1
Save 10% on T-shirts
Zazzle Coupon Code : TSHIRTS10OFF
Ends Apr 1
Save 15% on Calendars
Zazzle Coupon Code : 15CALENDAR15
Ends Apr 1
Save 10% on Binders
Zazzle Coupon Code : BINDERSDEAL1
Ends April 1
I hope that you enjoy the New Art & the Zazzle Sales! I've already got an idea in mind my next painting! I'm also busy, busy getting everything ready for MegaCon! It's only 4 weeks away!! Thank you so much for your support! As always please feel free to E-Mail me with any questions, suggestions or requests. I'll be in touch!!
Take Care,
Carrie
*New Art!
"Lil Mardi Gras Cat"
8" x 10" Original Acrylic and Ink on Bristol Paper
The next painting in my Cat Nips collection. A chubby little silver gray tabby cat dressed for New Orleans Mardi Gras! She's wearing her beads, a colorful jester skirt and of course has her Fat Tuesday mask with the Fleur de lis! She's ready to Party!
10 Day Auction on eBay here...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=370336254794
"Lil Mardi Gras Cat" is available as Prints, Cameo Necklaces, Bookmarks, Keychains, Magnets, Notecards on my website here....
http://tigerpixie.com/catalog.php?all=yes
*Zazzle Gift Gallery
I have added lots of new items to my Zazzle Store! "Lil Mardi Gras Cat", T-shirts, Mugs, Tote Bags, Mousepads, "Rue Rue's Fortune items, etc!
My Zazzle Gift Gallery... http://www.TigerpixieArt.com
Please remember, If there is a particular image you would like to see added, please let me know you are interested & which products and I will add them to the gallery for you.
Also if the image you love is not on the product you would like yet, please let me know and I will get that product added to the gallery for you.
Here are some current Zazzle Sale Codes you can use on your Zazzle orders....
$5 off $45 or more order
Zazzle Coupon Code : SAVEFIVEON45
15% on 3 or more Mugs
Zazzle Coupon Code : MUGS15SAVER1
Ends Apr 1
Save 10% on T-shirts
Zazzle Coupon Code : TSHIRTS10OFF
Ends Apr 1
Save 15% on Calendars
Zazzle Coupon Code : 15CALENDAR15
Ends Apr 1
Save 10% on Binders
Zazzle Coupon Code : BINDERSDEAL1
Ends April 1
I hope that you enjoy the New Art & the Zazzle Sales! I've already got an idea in mind my next painting! I'm also busy, busy getting everything ready for MegaCon! It's only 4 weeks away!! Thank you so much for your support! As always please feel free to E-Mail me with any questions, suggestions or requests. I'll be in touch!!
Take Care,
Carrie
Saturday, February 06, 2010
New Art "Steampunk Valentine", New Zazzle Items & Sales, Upcoming Appearance @ MegaCon
My first update of the New Year! Where to begin?, I have had a very rocky start to my new year. The short version, First my computer fried New Years Day. I spent the next few weeks getting a new computer built and all set up so I could get back to work. Next, a few more business setbacks and finally, I'm now back to work! Worst of all we had to say goodbye to my kitty Leo. We didn't even know he was sick and there was nothing we could do. Leo passed away on January 23rd and we miss him very much. I have updated his page on my website with my journal post about his illness and passing. His page will remain on my site as a Memorial to Captain Leo. Here's Leo's Page.
On to happier news, I have lots to share tonight, a New Painting, Lots of New Zazzle items & Sales and an upcoming appearance! ......
*New Art!
"Steampunk Valentine ~ The Key To My Heart."
Approximately 8" x 10" Original Acrylic and Ink on Bristol Paper
The next painting in my Cat Nips collection. A chubby little calico steampunk cat wearing her Victorian heart locket. In her hand a skeleton key, she's giving you the key to her heart. This painting is very different from all of my others. This painting has burnt edges to give it an old vintage look. The white border shown is only for the online photo. That is why the size is listed as approximately 8 x 10 because the burnt edges made it slightly smaller.
10 Day Auction on eBay here...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=370331325072
"Steampunk Valentine ~ The Key To My Heart." is available as Prints, Cameo Necklaces, Bookmarks, Keychains, Magnets, Notecards on my website here....
http://tigerpixie.com/catalog.php?all=yes
*Zazzle Gift Gallery
I have added lots of new items to my Zazzle Store! "Steampunk Valentine" T-shirts, Posters, Mugs, Cards, etc, "Alien Cats", Color Your Own Products!, Stationary & many more items!
My Zazzle Gift Gallery... http://www.TigerpixieArt.com
Please remember, If there is a particular image you would like to see added, please let me know you are interested & which products and I will add them to the gallery for you.
Also if the image you love is not on the product you would like yet, please let me know and I will get that product added to the gallery for you.
Here are some current Zazzle Sale Codes you can use on your Zazzle orders....
$5 off $45 or more order
Zazzle Coupon Code : SAVEFIVEON45
10% off $50 or more order
Zazzle Coupon Code : LOVETOZAZZLE
Ends Feb 10th
Save 30% on Cards
Zazzle Coupon Code : ZAZZLEVDAY10
Ends Feb 10th
20% on Stickers
Zazzle Coupon Code : ZAZZLEVDAY10
Ends Feb 10
15% on 3 or more Mugs
Zazzle Coupon Code : MUGS15SAVER1
Ends Apr 1
Save 10% on T-shirts
Zazzle Coupon Code : TSHIRTS10OFF
Ends Apr 1
Save 15% on Calendars
Zazzle Coupon Code : 15CALENDAR15
Ends Apr 1
Save 10% on Binders
Zazzle Coupon Code : BINDERSDEAL1
Ends April 1
*Upcoming Appearance!
Mega Con (Artists' Alley )
March 12 - 14, 2010, Orlando, Florida
I will have a table with all of my art and merchandise for sale in the Artist's Alley. All of my items will be at reduced show prices! So those of you that come see me in person get a really great deal on my artwork and gift items! If you attend please be sure to come by and say Hello!
MegaCon is the southeast’s largest comic book, science fiction/fantasy, anime, gaming, toys multi-media event.
http://www.megaconvention.com
I hope that you enjoy the New Art & the Zazzle Sales! I am already working on my next painting as well as getting ready for MegaCon! Oh and Chinese New Year is February 14th! I'm starting my new year over then. It's "The Year of the Tiger"! Purrrfect for me! Thank you so much for your support! As always please feel free to E-Mail me with any questions, suggestions or requests.
Carrie
On to happier news, I have lots to share tonight, a New Painting, Lots of New Zazzle items & Sales and an upcoming appearance! ......
*New Art!
"Steampunk Valentine ~ The Key To My Heart."
Approximately 8" x 10" Original Acrylic and Ink on Bristol Paper
The next painting in my Cat Nips collection. A chubby little calico steampunk cat wearing her Victorian heart locket. In her hand a skeleton key, she's giving you the key to her heart. This painting is very different from all of my others. This painting has burnt edges to give it an old vintage look. The white border shown is only for the online photo. That is why the size is listed as approximately 8 x 10 because the burnt edges made it slightly smaller.
10 Day Auction on eBay here...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=370331325072
"Steampunk Valentine ~ The Key To My Heart." is available as Prints, Cameo Necklaces, Bookmarks, Keychains, Magnets, Notecards on my website here....
http://tigerpixie.com/catalog.php?all=yes
*Zazzle Gift Gallery
I have added lots of new items to my Zazzle Store! "Steampunk Valentine" T-shirts, Posters, Mugs, Cards, etc, "Alien Cats", Color Your Own Products!, Stationary & many more items!
My Zazzle Gift Gallery... http://www.TigerpixieArt.com
Please remember, If there is a particular image you would like to see added, please let me know you are interested & which products and I will add them to the gallery for you.
Also if the image you love is not on the product you would like yet, please let me know and I will get that product added to the gallery for you.
Here are some current Zazzle Sale Codes you can use on your Zazzle orders....
$5 off $45 or more order
Zazzle Coupon Code : SAVEFIVEON45
10% off $50 or more order
Zazzle Coupon Code : LOVETOZAZZLE
Ends Feb 10th
Save 30% on Cards
Zazzle Coupon Code : ZAZZLEVDAY10
Ends Feb 10th
20% on Stickers
Zazzle Coupon Code : ZAZZLEVDAY10
Ends Feb 10
15% on 3 or more Mugs
Zazzle Coupon Code : MUGS15SAVER1
Ends Apr 1
Save 10% on T-shirts
Zazzle Coupon Code : TSHIRTS10OFF
Ends Apr 1
Save 15% on Calendars
Zazzle Coupon Code : 15CALENDAR15
Ends Apr 1
Save 10% on Binders
Zazzle Coupon Code : BINDERSDEAL1
Ends April 1
*Upcoming Appearance!
Mega Con (Artists' Alley )
March 12 - 14, 2010, Orlando, Florida
I will have a table with all of my art and merchandise for sale in the Artist's Alley. All of my items will be at reduced show prices! So those of you that come see me in person get a really great deal on my artwork and gift items! If you attend please be sure to come by and say Hello!
MegaCon is the southeast’s largest comic book, science fiction/fantasy, anime, gaming, toys multi-media event.
http://www.megaconvention.com
I hope that you enjoy the New Art & the Zazzle Sales! I am already working on my next painting as well as getting ready for MegaCon! Oh and Chinese New Year is February 14th! I'm starting my new year over then. It's "The Year of the Tiger"! Purrrfect for me! Thank you so much for your support! As always please feel free to E-Mail me with any questions, suggestions or requests.
Carrie
Wednesday, February 03, 2010
My Kitties!
After what happened with Leo we decided to take Zoe & Tabby and get them full senior cat checkups. We went to the new vet my mom has been using because she is really good. She checked them all over and took blood and urine for testing. The lab work came back on both of them. Turns out Tabby has Hyperthyroidism and I have started her on meds for that. I hope she responds well to the meds. *fingers crossed* Zoe, as many of you know has what we thought were chronic UTI problems and has been on meds for that for years. The meds she was put on by our previous vet were a type of steroid that have caused Zoe to gain a lot of weight. Not good because she could develop Diabetes. So our new vet is suggesting we wean Zoe off of her meds and try some diet changes to canned food and more water in her diet. She thinks the UTIs are not UTIs but really Interstitial Cystitis which she believes can be treated with just diet change and more water. Hopefully that is the case *fingers crossed* Overall they are very healthy and the rest of their blood work and labs looked great. So I'm very happy about that. Yes, my pets have more health issuesand are more meds than my whole family combined LOL! I love my furbabies!! I need them to be well!
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Thank You
Thank you to all of you for your sympathies & e-mail about Leo. It really means a lot to me. I will be making his page on my website a memorial page when I feel up to it. I will let you know when it is up. xoxoxoxo
Monday, January 25, 2010
My sweet Captain Leo.
Friday, I noticed that I thought he was breathing a little heavier but thought it was just because he was purring. All you had to do is look at him and he would start purring. He was still up and around begging for catnip, eating, sitting in the open window, he seemed fine. Later that night I noticed that he was breathing heavy all the time so I decided to take him to the Emergency Vet Hospital. It was after 10 at night on Friday and that is the only vet open. Dewey was working and couldn't leave, my mom was tired and didn't want to go with me. Neither of them thought it was that serious. I thought it was so I left to take him by myself. I wasn't even out of my neighborhood and my car got a flat tire. So I called my mom and she came and drove me to the vet with Leo. That flat tire turned out to be the best thing because I could not of done this all alone. I got there & started to signed in, the guy at the desk took one look at him and said he needed to take him back asap. I waited what seemed like forever and the vet lady came in to talk to me. She said Leo had severe congestive heart failure & his lungs were filling with fluids. She said he had probably been hiding his pain as cats usually do that and that is why I didn't notice anything wrong with him sooner. The medicine that she put him on when they took him to the back along with the oxygen wasn't working as well as she had hoped. At his age and the how bad his condition was, even if they would of been able to pull him through this he would of only had 3-6 months to live at the most and his quality of life would not be the same. She felt it was best for Leo that we end his suffering and not put him through all of what would of been necessary for those few months. So after talking to Dewey, my mom and my dad we decide that the vet was right and did what was best for Leo. They brought him back in the room with oxygen so he could breathe and I said goodbye. Dewey & Ian picked Leo up Saturday afternoon and we buried him in our yard next to Pookie Bear :(
Leo had changed so much in the last few years. He was no longer the super skittish scaredy cat. He was out and about around the house and even around the dog. He found he like to eat little pieces of people food and loved to be petted, even by Angel. He had the loudest purr. My bedroom was still his favorite place and any time one of us would lay on the bed he was there two seconds later purring and wanting to be petted. I just wish Leo had broken out of his scared shell sooner so he could of had more years like this but I'm glad his last few years with us was probably his happiest.
Leo 1996-January 23, 2010
Rest in peace Captain Leo.
We miss you so much :(
Leo 1996-January 23, 2010
Rest in peace Captain Leo.
We miss you so much :(
Leo had changed so much in the last few years. He was no longer the super skittish scaredy cat. He was out and about around the house and even around the dog. He found he like to eat little pieces of people food and loved to be petted, even by Angel. He had the loudest purr. My bedroom was still his favorite place and any time one of us would lay on the bed he was there two seconds later purring and wanting to be petted. I just wish Leo had broken out of his scared shell sooner so he could of had more years like this but I'm glad his last few years with us was probably his happiest.
Leo 1996-January 23, 2010
Rest in peace Captain Leo.
We miss you so much :(
Leo 1996-January 23, 2010
Rest in peace Captain Leo.
We miss you so much :(