The cats are overdue for shots (not horribly overdue and they are inside-only cats so it isn't too bad). Sati proved easier to catch, so she went first. We already knew she had a problem with her gums, but thought we had been taking care of it with special oral sensitivity food and a supplement we add to the cat water (which is safe for all the cats). Unfortunately, she needs a little more help than that.
As you can see in these photos, her gums are very red and inflamed. We had no idea because she (like most cats) isn't fond of people opening her mouth and never made any of the typical signs of pain (scratching at her face, meowing, hiding, etc.). She purrs and plays like nothing is wrong.
There is no cure for Sati's gum problems; it is a genetic anomaly that affects quite a few cats. What we are doing with the food and water is helpful, but she will need a full dental at least once a year (possibly twice a year, but we're going to start with once a year since it is expensive). Misty's making her an appointment for next week and we still have Peach and Boulder to get to the vet. Boulder was there not too long ago b/c he went blind (the medication seems to have worked and we're pretty confident he has some sight back), but we didn't want to put him through getting shots then as well since he was already so traumatized. Peach is always a hit at the vets b/c feline cutaneous asthenia (the stretchy skin & flaccid joints from lack of collagen) is so rare. Plus, he's just a sweetheart.
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