Back From the Hospital

Indigo and Millie went to the veterinary hospital today.

Millie had not been to see a doctor for the whole time that she had been with her previously adoptive person. Fortunately, except for her teeth, she is in very good shape for a ten year old. Her teeth have quite a bit of tartar and plaque, and will definitely need to be cleaned. Whether any need to come out will be determined when the procedure is under way, and more can be observed. Mills handled herself well, was a little anxious but curious, and let the doctor do whatever was necessary.

Indigo was there for a fructosamine test. This demonstrated that though her glucose numbers are a little high, over all, she is receiving the proper amount of insulin. I was surprised at that, and will keep an eye on any indications that things are changing. She has gained a little weight since her last veterinary visit, which is contrary to mismanaged diabetes. Indie is, like Millie, ten years old. The doctor was shown why I have not been able to test Indigo’s glucose numbers at home, Indie being quite fidgety and a little defiant during the examination.

Both girls were pleased to come back to the Cosy Cabin, where they were given a soft-food treat for their troubles. I had anticipated that Millie would be off her food due to the vaccinations she received, and that reaction may yet come. So far, though, she has been unaffected.