We are home and the news so far is not real good. His gram stain was clear. It really wasn't a problem before either. At least he won't be on anti-biotics for now.
He has gotten to the point of "razor keel". He is wasting away. What ever the swelling is in his abdomen is making me wonder what his weight loss really is.
41g after eating at the vets office. 45g has been his regular weight for ever.
I will get the results tomorrow from the blood work. To know whether or not to keep giving him lactulose/milk thistle twice a day or back off to once a day.
The vet, Dr. Wells this time, was very good about asking about his "quality of life" I don't want to be with out Benji yet. But my selfishness does not out weigh my humane beliefs. For now though, I still hope that just maybe my little man will pull threw.

Maybe being off the antibiotics will help a bit? If it ever comes to the point of questioning his quality of life you will know the answer.

Big hugs to you and Benji - you're showing some amazing strength throughout this, which speaks volumes of your character.

Just continue to care for him. He will be happiest with you & Cricket. Maybe he will get better. Not knowing has you on edge but even if it was 100% bad news all you can do is have some time together.

You are offering a good quality of life for him - so all his moments are the best.

Oh Jim......I am beyond sad about this. I love Benji as if he were my very own, and can only imagine the difficult decision you may be forced to make.

All I can say is I am praying beyond prayer for you & little Benji. My heart is breaking. Please be strong and thank you for being such a good daddy, and putting Benji's happiness and quality of life first.

How is Cricket?

All my love to you, Kelly, Benji & the other fids xo

Ruby and I love you and Benji! Wish we could stop by for some real hugs. XXXX's on his sweet beak from us.

Jim, I'm so sorry the news is not better. (((Hugs))) The situation is so heartbreaking.

I'm sure you are making Benji as comfortable as possible, and trying what you can.

Jim i am so sorry about poor Benji i know how you are feeling and how hard it is to deal with this. Hopefully he will pull thru if that is meant to be and all will be fine. Hope and best wishes for you both.

Cricket is scared too. He keeps climbing on the side of his cage to look at Benji.

Poor Benji, I'm very sorry the news was so upsetting. I agree, not knowing is the absolute worst. I am sure he is happy being with you and Cricket right now, and as Jac says, you are giving him such a great life Jim. What a dad you are to him, and what a brave little trooper he is. And, of course, we are all behind you, hoping that he can still get through this.

Jim,

I am so very sorry to hear that the news was not better. Please know you have my prayers