No problem, Bee -- just checking!

BTW, I was finally able to order the supplies for administering the subcutaneous fluid from Drs. Foster & Smith. Had to have the vet fax them the prescription first. Still expensive, but WAY cheaper than buying directly from the vet. Less than 1/3 the cost, in fact.

To my surprise, Roscoe tolerates this miserable treatment pretty well. I try to do it in the evening just before feeding him, and surprisingly he hasn't fought me or tried to hide. It's obvious he doesn't like it (duh!), but he's being really good about it, poor dear.

Desdemona, as far as "safe" food goes, all I can offer is to check the list of recalled brands very carefully and be sure whatever you buy isn't on the list. Or of course you could follow Gargoyle's good (if ungraciously given) advice and make your own.

Thanks to all who have offered sympathy and suggestions!

Nancy