RIP Joe Bear (1996-2009)

This morning Joe's dad and I took Joe Bear to the Humane Society in Manhattan, because Joe Bear could no longer keep down food or ambulate. He also seemed to feel discomfort when his favourite region, his belly, was touched. We found out from the vet that Joe Bear had a tumor in his stomach and that it probably grew quite quickly, hence Joe's sudden decline.

Joe Bear was the sweetest living creature that I've ever met. He gave everyone he knew lots of love. As Joe Bear's dad would say, "What a guy!"

Joe Bear we'll miss you so much and love you forever and ever.

Love and belly rubs,

- Mom and Dad

The Bear Is Back In Town

I'm back at home after a long stay at the vet.



I have a bandage on my arm and I'm not feeling good at all. But I am pretty peaceful.



My mom and dad and I are having the last of our cuddles. I know that they love me very much, and I love them lots too.

When I Used To Poop

Once upon a time I pooped. I even pooped in my mom's tree, which, of course, is now my tree.

My mom hopes that I start eating again soon so that I'll start pooping again. Just not in my tree.

Ugg...

I'm still feeling crappy. I'll drink water but I don't want to eat any food.

This makes my mom and dad very upset because they remember when I was such a good eater.

I loved grass:



And Ryvita:



The vet gave me some valium to give me an appetite. It worked for a little while, but I did need some encouragement:



Now that I'm not eating at all my mom and dad give me food using this gigantic scary thing called a syringe. It makes me very scared so I foam at the mouth a lot.

Zen Ball

Before I got sick I decided that my dad's drawing desk is the place to be. I curl up like a ball and become very zen when I chillax there.

I'm a Sick Little Bear

About a month ago I went to the vet with my bear and found out that I'm slightly hyperthyroid, which makes me really finicky about eating, so I've lost some weight.



Last Saturday I stopped eating because I have a low grade infection and definitely need to take medication for my thyroid. I've been hiding because I haven't been feeling well.



Hopefully I'll take a turn for the better with all the meds my mom has to buy for me tonight. She'll even be getting some pills that will stimulate my appetite and whose side effect is drastically increased vocalizing--AKA hilarious video footage is on its way!

Sobering Up

My AFA (Alcoholic Felines Anonymous) sponsor told me that a helpful way to stay sober is to learn a new skill or hobby. I've decided to start doing yoga.