Dillard the Cat -- Massage and Brush, January 31, 2018

UPDATE: Dillard was euthanized on March 22, 2019 because of kidney disease. I will have a more complete update soon. My original description is below.

I have been offering you earlier, not previously published, footage of our little man until I announce my next phase of this channel. [NOTE, 5/10: I'll be making an announcement in 2 weeks.]

Lots of purring and some nice face shots of Dillard. I probably didn't use this after filming it because of the reflection of the lamps in the windows.
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The Cat:
I am Dillard. I am 15-1/2 years old. I have been a happy and healthy cat my whole life. In April 2017 I was diagnosed with small cell lymphoma and responded effectively to chemotherapy. My human takes good care of me. He rubs my body. He plays with me. He makes me feel good. I am still a happy and healthy cat.
UPDATE: On September 18, 2018, I had a follow up with my oncologist. My ultrasound revealed a malignant progression of my lymphoma. I'm on chemotherapy again.

The Human:
I am Lon. I am a Small Animal Massage Therapist, Acupressurist, and Reiki Master. I have been working with veterinarians for the past 14 years. I adopted Dillard at 7 months old while I was in massage school. He became one of my practice animals and the benefits were immediately observable. My work on him has been especially supportive during this stage of his life. My intention is to keep Dillard as healthy and comfortable as possible for as long as possible.