? How to advise petsitter who can't test

Discussion in 'Feline Health - (Welcome & Main Forum)' started by Mitzelplik's Mom, Jun 20, 2015.

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  1. Mitzelplik's Mom

    Mitzelplik's Mom Member

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    Hi, haven't posted much lately. We're going on vacation in 2 weeks and will be gone for 8 days. The cat sitter will come twice a day to give Mitz her injections but she is not able to test her BG. Mitz's current dose is ranging from .8 to 1 unit. Her SS is up to date. I'm thinking I can probably have the sitter stick with .8 safely but I waned to ask what others have done in this situation. Should I consider lowering it to .6? Any advice will be welcome.
    Thanks,
    Joan
     
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  2. Kate and Kloever

    Kate and Kloever Member

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    I would love to know this answer too!!! Will be gone 5 days in July...shots will be given...but no testing?
     
  3. BJM

    BJM Well-Known Member

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    Generally we suggest a slightly reduced dose.
    Sometimes, cats don't eat as well when you're not home.
    Also, provide vet contact info, directions, a permission to treat in emergency.
    Notify vet of pet sitter's name, provide your emergency contact info to them.
     
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  4. Larry and Kitties

    Larry and Kitties Well-Known Member

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    I would give a reduced does on 0.6 or so to be on the safe side
     
  5. Mitzelplik's Mom

    Mitzelplik's Mom Member

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    Thanks @BJM and @Larry and Kitties for confirming my instinct. And BJ, good point about providing directions to the vet. I didn't think of that.
     
  6. MrWorfMen's Mom

    MrWorfMen's Mom Well-Known Member

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    I leave my credit card number with my vet when I go away with permission to give the number to the emergency hospital should the need arise. That way I know there won't be any issues should an emergency crop up.
     
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