Hurricane Ike

Fortunately, the destructive Hurricane Ike became a mere tropical storm by the time it got to us. All we got was some strong wind and rain. However, we had our pet disaster kit ready to go in case we needed to evacuate. Happily, Khan and our other pets were not even bothered by the storm.

What Hurricane?

Right now Khan is taking Norfloxacin to get rid of the bacteria that was found in his ear. Three days in and it seems to not be causing any side effects. He is a champ about being pilled (much more patient than he is about getting a liquid medicine). He still has to wear his e-collar, but I try to give him a little time out of it every day, when I can be right beside him to keep him from scratching at this stitches.

The deafness seems to be a non issue, except that I cannot yet get over the habit of calling to him and talking to him as if he can hear me. I do think that cats can "read" their owners well, so hopefully he knows my intent even if his ears are not picking up sound.

Hope everyone is doing well, especially our friends (furred and not) who were in the path of Ike. Our local shelter was able to handle the small animal shelter needs of the 3000 or so people who evacuated here from other areas, and our expo center took in large animals and livestock. I called to ask if they needed a temporary home for any cats, but they had it under control.