Snowbaby had Radioactive iodine therapy (I-131) treatment on August 7 to cure Hyperthyroidism. Because of the important role the thyroid gland plays in the body, some cats with hyperthyroidism develop secondary problems, including heart disease and high blood pressure. Snowbaby's BP was too high, and he was prescribed medication to maintain his levels…

Snowbaby was isolated for two weeks from his furry friends and his mom had limited interaction with him due to the radiation. Snowbaby got out of kitty cat jail and was doing well; however, he developed a rash under his chin...

Snowbaby is home and doing well after receiving Radioactive Iodine therapy to treat his Hyperthyroidism condition. An area on his back leg was shaved and a one-time injection was given subcutaneously (i.e. under the skin), just like a vaccine…

We put a deposit down to secure Snowbaby's placement as the veterinary hospital has limited space and they only perform Radioactive Iodine therapy for Hyperthyroidism on Mondays so they can monitor the patients for the next 5 days. The hospital is in Maryland 3 hours from Snowbaby's home but it was the closest that handles this kind of radioactive treatment…