My cheeky naughty 3 year old daughter has put babyoil on one of my cats and iv tryed to bath him with cat shampoo but it was very distressing for him and he tryed to escape a number of times so for the past few hours iv just let him calm down and gave him a cat treat but i have to bath him properly.any tips please? i feel terribly guilty! and yes my toddler has sat on the 'naughty step' for time out and shes sorry.I really need advise on how to calm the cat as i dont think he's ever had a bath!
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I find it easiest to bathe my cats by filling my bathtub with a couple of inches of water. Put a towel in the bottom so kitty won't slide around. Get in the tub with kitty and put them on the towel facing away from you. When they back up, they will back up into you which prevents them from going anywhere. If they try to go forward or sideways, they will be easier to hold onto. Use a cup or a hand held shower to gently cover them with warm, not hot, water. Try to avoid the face as much as possible. Soap kitty up, rinse kitty off, and dry gently with a towel, all as quickly as possible. After this kitty will probably run and hide for a while.
Bathe your cat with dawn dishwashing liquid. Use just the standard blue stuff, nothing fancy. This is the same stuff they used to clean the penguins who were covered in oil from the Exxon Valdez. The dawn will cut through the oil. Try to only do this once if possible because you don't want his skin to dry out. If you have to do it more than once, try to finish with a moisturizing kitty shampoo. Never use human shampoo as it is not formulated for kitty's sensitive skin.
While it is important to reduce the stress on kitty, it is important to get as much of this off of him as possible so just do the best you can.
I know that most retail stores have 'pet wipes' for cats as an alternative to bathing. My cat also HATES baths! I've given up and started using these wipes instead. They are like large, thick baby wipes. If your cat enjoys being loved and petted, she might not mind these wipes. Good luck!!
You can call your vet and ask the doctor to give you a light sedative (it won't make your cat sleep, it will just take the edge off) Acepromazine is a popular one as long as your can is healthy and doesn't have a history of seizures. It will make the bath easier. Also try using in the bath the johnson's night time bath wash with lavender - the scent is also calming. If the bath won't work at all - either take the cat to a groomer to do it or just use baby wipes and wipe the cat a few times a day - just like you are petting her, she will never know that you are cleaning that oil off! Hope that helps
Wrap the cat in a towel.DO this when Hubby or friend is home.You will need the help.You'll have to wrap the cats paws so you stay safe.Use some(just a wee bit) of dish soap only to area where oil is)apply with a small rag that has been dipped in semi-soapy water.Squeeze the water the best you can and wipe as fast as you can.
Take the cat to the shelter and let it be adopted by a family that has time for a pet. You have a child and by your request, you show you don't watch either of them. If you let your child handle chemicals, like baby oil, but it could easily have been toilet bowl cleaner or dish detergent or bug spray, then you seriously need to reasses who has a priority in your life, your cat or your child. (are you going to delete this because of YOUR selfishness?) Let your child grow with you (not you and a pet) until the age of 6 or when you believe your child has understanding and a measure of responsibility (whichever comes LAST), and start with something simple like a fish or a mouse
Shave first if long-haired. My little sister put baby powder on my late long-haired cat. He had to be shaved, and was not pleased, to say the least.
try bathing her/him with warm water my cat love warm water with shampoo and rinse him very well.
You might have him bathed at your vets, or try a professional groomer.
Aww, the wonderful mind of a three year old. Of course she has seen the oil put on babies (or herself) and she thinks the cat needs it too. Watch out when she first uses scissors or she will try a trim on the cat's whiskers or coat.
I would never have "punished" her for that. At any rate, the oil won't be easy to get off and hope you can take the cat to a groomer or a vet for a bath with something that willl cut the oil. If she didn't get the cat really dowsed with it the cat may be able to deal with it. The baby oil will be non-toxic and if the oil is all over the cat will have a hard time dealing with it.
You have enough on your hands just being a mother to a toddler and I hope you can take the clean-up to a professional. It's not worth your getting stress or scratched about. It will be a story you will "tell" on your daughter all her life!
Hannah's answer is best. It is what I was going to write.
No matter how hard you try you always struggle with cats. Sometimes you have to wrestle with them. lol
I don't see why this is such a big deal...just hold teh cat and wipe him down. Or take him to a groomer tomorrow.
that is HORRID. poor thing. well the best thing to do is wrestle it into the tub. not much else you can do
Friday, May 21, 2010
Baby snowball?
a grey kitten/cat my ex named.should i give him the cat,keep it myself or give it to a good home?
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If your are even questioning what to do with this wee baby then you shouldn't keep her/him. Give her to your ex if he wants her, if not then put her up for rehoming. Please think long and hard before ever getting a cat or any other animal for that matter as animals become a part of your life and are not material goods. When my partner and I split, there was no question where my girl was going, I now have 3 Siamese, 1 Serengeti and 3 Serengeti kittens, so I do know what I am talking about when I say that animals are like kids and you must think long and hard if you are going to give an animal a home. There are enough unwanted and abused animals in the world today. No offence to yourself intended as I know a break up can be very emotional, please try and do the best for the kitten.
God bless and I hope all works out
DebX
keep it yourself!
Only you can decide. Is your ex a stable individual that would take good care of the cat? Do you want the cat? A cat or dog needs a good home and a responsible owner. Being responsible includes the right food, litter box, and veterinary care, and the most important ingredient, love and attention. Are you that person? Finding a good home would also work, but sometimes its difficult. good luck!
Your cat do what you want to do with it keep it if you want it.
Queen Bee
If you are having to ask the question then I should think the answer is obvious - either give the wee kitten to your ex or give it to somebody who will appreciate and love it. Pets are like children - they are NOT possessions.
if the cats attached to him and he wants it give it to him
Give it to your ex, get yourself an animal you choose yourself, it might comfort you.
Messy break-ups are terrible, hope the both of you can put it behind you soon!
Best of luck...
If you are not that bothered to have the cat and your ex wants it back give it to him. Either way I think one of you should keep it.
If you love the cat and care for her, keep her yourself. If you don't give her back to your ex or get her re-homed
If he wants it for certain and because he loves it (rather than any attempt to get back at you) then its his.
But please consider whether he has a stable enviroment for this pet.
If your having to ask>I don't think you trust your EX,.or your not wanting to keep her. poor little mite,
not knowing your circumstances its not an easy answer.but I do think if you`d of wanted her you wouldnt of asked the question in the 1st place
i love baby snowball.but i think its better for her to go to someone else.
Why is it always the innocent that suffer?
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If your are even questioning what to do with this wee baby then you shouldn't keep her/him. Give her to your ex if he wants her, if not then put her up for rehoming. Please think long and hard before ever getting a cat or any other animal for that matter as animals become a part of your life and are not material goods. When my partner and I split, there was no question where my girl was going, I now have 3 Siamese, 1 Serengeti and 3 Serengeti kittens, so I do know what I am talking about when I say that animals are like kids and you must think long and hard if you are going to give an animal a home. There are enough unwanted and abused animals in the world today. No offence to yourself intended as I know a break up can be very emotional, please try and do the best for the kitten.
God bless and I hope all works out
DebX
keep it yourself!
Only you can decide. Is your ex a stable individual that would take good care of the cat? Do you want the cat? A cat or dog needs a good home and a responsible owner. Being responsible includes the right food, litter box, and veterinary care, and the most important ingredient, love and attention. Are you that person? Finding a good home would also work, but sometimes its difficult. good luck!
Your cat do what you want to do with it keep it if you want it.
Queen Bee
If you are having to ask the question then I should think the answer is obvious - either give the wee kitten to your ex or give it to somebody who will appreciate and love it. Pets are like children - they are NOT possessions.
if the cats attached to him and he wants it give it to him
Give it to your ex, get yourself an animal you choose yourself, it might comfort you.
Messy break-ups are terrible, hope the both of you can put it behind you soon!
Best of luck...
If you are not that bothered to have the cat and your ex wants it back give it to him. Either way I think one of you should keep it.
If you love the cat and care for her, keep her yourself. If you don't give her back to your ex or get her re-homed
If he wants it for certain and because he loves it (rather than any attempt to get back at you) then its his.
But please consider whether he has a stable enviroment for this pet.
If your having to ask>I don't think you trust your EX,.or your not wanting to keep her. poor little mite,
not knowing your circumstances its not an easy answer.but I do think if you`d of wanted her you wouldnt of asked the question in the 1st place
i love baby snowball.but i think its better for her to go to someone else.
Why is it always the innocent that suffer?
Baby Kitten. I need help!?
I'm fostering a kitten. When I feed it KMR, the milk comes pouring out of his nose. Then he can't stop sneezing. I don't know what to do. HELP!
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What are you using to feed? If you're using a syringe (without needle) it could be that you're feeding too quick. If you're using a bottle, it could be the hole in the "nipple" is too big.
You could try using an eyedropper instead, or get our vet to show you how to tube-feed.
Another possibility is the kitten has a cleft palate; one or more openings in the top of it's mouth- this would make it very hard for it to suckle, and milk could go directly into the spaces above the palate. You can check this by feeling it with your pinkie.
The way it's going now your kitty is actually at danger of getting lung problems, because if it can't swallow quick enough, milk might go down it's windpipe too.
So I hope the above tips will help.
Good luck, and thumbs up to you for taking this heavy task on.
use a medicine dropper instead of those little bottles it will give you much more control while feeding it
you should ask a vet
are you sure the kitten is hungry?
He could be drinking it to fast. But also some cats are allergic to KMR and other supplements. I would take him to the vet!
try feeding it slowly. he's probably trying to breathe and eat at the same time. it's ok just let him stop sneezing and stop every once in a while and let him catch his breath. try using a nose dropper to get the extra fluid out of his nose. if he's allergic, which he might be, try something else. but if this happened this one time it's just drinking too fast
Try feeding him a little more slowly, don't let him gulp. The eye dropper is a good idea for that. As he's drinking, gently stroke downward from his chin along his throat. This often helps tiny baby animals swallow better. Basically, you're just telling him with your finger where the formula is supposed to go after it hits his mouth. It helps in many cases. Do this while you're waiting for the vet to open. If it works, cancel your appointment; if it doesn't, you know you have the appointment waiting.
it could very well he is drinking to fast. are you feeding him with a bottle if so the hole in the nipple is to big try a smaller holed nipple and see if that works if not call your vet and ask them for some advice and they will know right away. good luck on your fostering i give you a lot of credit it is a hard thing to do if the baby is very young.......
get a nursing nipple bottle for kitten smaller opening at the tip and reguler vet visits and a special milk at walmarts are pet store
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What are you using to feed? If you're using a syringe (without needle) it could be that you're feeding too quick. If you're using a bottle, it could be the hole in the "nipple" is too big.
You could try using an eyedropper instead, or get our vet to show you how to tube-feed.
Another possibility is the kitten has a cleft palate; one or more openings in the top of it's mouth- this would make it very hard for it to suckle, and milk could go directly into the spaces above the palate. You can check this by feeling it with your pinkie.
The way it's going now your kitty is actually at danger of getting lung problems, because if it can't swallow quick enough, milk might go down it's windpipe too.
So I hope the above tips will help.
Good luck, and thumbs up to you for taking this heavy task on.
use a medicine dropper instead of those little bottles it will give you much more control while feeding it
you should ask a vet
are you sure the kitten is hungry?
He could be drinking it to fast. But also some cats are allergic to KMR and other supplements. I would take him to the vet!
try feeding it slowly. he's probably trying to breathe and eat at the same time. it's ok just let him stop sneezing and stop every once in a while and let him catch his breath. try using a nose dropper to get the extra fluid out of his nose. if he's allergic, which he might be, try something else. but if this happened this one time it's just drinking too fast
Try feeding him a little more slowly, don't let him gulp. The eye dropper is a good idea for that. As he's drinking, gently stroke downward from his chin along his throat. This often helps tiny baby animals swallow better. Basically, you're just telling him with your finger where the formula is supposed to go after it hits his mouth. It helps in many cases. Do this while you're waiting for the vet to open. If it works, cancel your appointment; if it doesn't, you know you have the appointment waiting.
it could very well he is drinking to fast. are you feeding him with a bottle if so the hole in the nipple is to big try a smaller holed nipple and see if that works if not call your vet and ask them for some advice and they will know right away. good luck on your fostering i give you a lot of credit it is a hard thing to do if the baby is very young.......
get a nursing nipple bottle for kitten smaller opening at the tip and reguler vet visits and a special milk at walmarts are pet store
Baby kitten question. I found a kitten. What can I do to save it?
This morning I went out to do some shopping. As I began to drive I saw a dead cat at my corner. She appeared to have been hit by a car and was splattered all over the road. Then I looked and I see something moving not that far away. It is a new born kitten. Its eyes aren鈥檛 even open and it can鈥檛 walk yet. I picked it up and now have it at home. What should I do with it? Obviously it needs to be nursed by a cat. Should I bring it to an animal hospital? They should be able to take care of it. Can I feed it some kind of formula and attempt to save it myself? The issue with that is I work all day. Right now it chirps, probably calling for its mother.
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local pet stores or vet offices should have a formula that is made for kittens. Take the kitten to a vet. To raise an orphaned pet is a very tiring but rewarding job. You also need to know that after you feed it you need to gently rub its genitals to make it eliminate or it will die.the mother does this for a few weeks after birth. Some vet offices may offer to take care of it during the day while you work. My vet did when I lost my dog after she had pups. Good Luck!!
I woulod get it to the doc as fast as possible but inthe mean time you can try some cream of wheat or some oatmeal water... poor mother that is so sickening. make sure the cream of wheat is not too thick.. and it is cool not hot at all.. room temperature. If you have an eyedropper to feed it SLOWLY that is good. Otherwise, a spoon is ok.YOu have to feed this kitten every 3-4 hours. And even in the night when you normally sleep.
I suggest u take it to the vet as soon as possible. It must be very hungry and prolly needs a lot of feeding to survive the next few days. The vet will suggest a nutrition and diet plan. Plz plz take it to the vet as soon as possible.
the best thing to do would be to take it to the vet they can give it some formula and maybe find an animal shelter to take care of it permanantly
at the moment i don't think it would be best for you to take care of it yourself as you say your at work all day it would soon die.
good on you for taking it in :]
best thing to do would be take it to the vet , just to get it all checked out n put ur mind at rest . i wish u n the kitten all the best u r a good person
I would get it to an emergency vet ASAP. They have formula and can take care of it. A newborn kitten needs around the clock care, if you work, I don't think you would have the time to take care of its needs.
By the way, you're a great person to look out for it like that. Good luck.
Yes take it right away to an animal hospital they ususally have nursing mothers and most cats foster other cats with no problem. It sounds like it's going to need to be fed every two hours on the clock and if your working you won't be able to do it. You are such a good person for saving this kitten, but now I'm wondering where the others are if the mother was crossing the street there could be more kittens starving in the area, please call your friends and ask them to help you look please just check the area. And you are such a good person for caring what goes around comes around and you deserve the best. And the person that hit the cat and just left it there how cruel is that.
I would take the little kitten into (vet) animal hospital right away, it's probably so hungry.
This kitten is going to need a lot of attention from you to survive and I hope that it does. The following is a link on how to take care of very young kittens so maybe it will give you some tips until you can get it to a veterinarian.
http://www.feralcat.com/raising.html...
You need to keep the kitty warm and get it to the vet STAT. Caring for a newborn orphan is a really intensive task. If you don't have a vet that works weekends in your town, you can pick up some kitten formula and a bottle from the pet store or farm supply store. Follow the directions carefully and don't forget to rub it's genitals to help it eliminate after feedings.
Go to the web site I listed below. It will give completed info on feeding, cleaning, and everything else you need to know. Good luck!
Get it to a vet ASAP and if you can't right away pet stores sell canned kitten formula and mini bottles with nipples.
take it to the vet a pay a little fine to have them take care of it
you can also find a cat expert to help u
Take it to the vet when you can,but you can buy formula for baby kitties at the pet store,and buy a tiny bottle to nurse the kitty.
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local pet stores or vet offices should have a formula that is made for kittens. Take the kitten to a vet. To raise an orphaned pet is a very tiring but rewarding job. You also need to know that after you feed it you need to gently rub its genitals to make it eliminate or it will die.the mother does this for a few weeks after birth. Some vet offices may offer to take care of it during the day while you work. My vet did when I lost my dog after she had pups. Good Luck!!
I woulod get it to the doc as fast as possible but inthe mean time you can try some cream of wheat or some oatmeal water... poor mother that is so sickening. make sure the cream of wheat is not too thick.. and it is cool not hot at all.. room temperature. If you have an eyedropper to feed it SLOWLY that is good. Otherwise, a spoon is ok.YOu have to feed this kitten every 3-4 hours. And even in the night when you normally sleep.
I suggest u take it to the vet as soon as possible. It must be very hungry and prolly needs a lot of feeding to survive the next few days. The vet will suggest a nutrition and diet plan. Plz plz take it to the vet as soon as possible.
the best thing to do would be to take it to the vet they can give it some formula and maybe find an animal shelter to take care of it permanantly
at the moment i don't think it would be best for you to take care of it yourself as you say your at work all day it would soon die.
good on you for taking it in :]
best thing to do would be take it to the vet , just to get it all checked out n put ur mind at rest . i wish u n the kitten all the best u r a good person
I would get it to an emergency vet ASAP. They have formula and can take care of it. A newborn kitten needs around the clock care, if you work, I don't think you would have the time to take care of its needs.
By the way, you're a great person to look out for it like that. Good luck.
Yes take it right away to an animal hospital they ususally have nursing mothers and most cats foster other cats with no problem. It sounds like it's going to need to be fed every two hours on the clock and if your working you won't be able to do it. You are such a good person for saving this kitten, but now I'm wondering where the others are if the mother was crossing the street there could be more kittens starving in the area, please call your friends and ask them to help you look please just check the area. And you are such a good person for caring what goes around comes around and you deserve the best. And the person that hit the cat and just left it there how cruel is that.
I would take the little kitten into (vet) animal hospital right away, it's probably so hungry.
This kitten is going to need a lot of attention from you to survive and I hope that it does. The following is a link on how to take care of very young kittens so maybe it will give you some tips until you can get it to a veterinarian.
http://www.feralcat.com/raising.html...
You need to keep the kitty warm and get it to the vet STAT. Caring for a newborn orphan is a really intensive task. If you don't have a vet that works weekends in your town, you can pick up some kitten formula and a bottle from the pet store or farm supply store. Follow the directions carefully and don't forget to rub it's genitals to help it eliminate after feedings.
Go to the web site I listed below. It will give completed info on feeding, cleaning, and everything else you need to know. Good luck!
Get it to a vet ASAP and if you can't right away pet stores sell canned kitten formula and mini bottles with nipples.
take it to the vet a pay a little fine to have them take care of it
you can also find a cat expert to help u
Take it to the vet when you can,but you can buy formula for baby kitties at the pet store,and buy a tiny bottle to nurse the kitty.
Baby Kitten Food?
There are some baby kittens around my house. Their mom only comes around dark and they seem to get hungry and I want to give them something. What should I give them that would be found in regular person's fridge?
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I know it's tempting, but it may not be good to leave food out because then you'll attract raccoons, and bears, and coyotes and wolves...or rats. But I'd suggest maybe giving them some deli meat like turkey, ham, and only giving it to them when they are there and make sure you don't leave anything. Meanwhile, try to call your local animal shelter so they could trap the cats and get homes for them. I got three of my cats that way...they were born in the wild, trapped, and now they're part of our family :)
You could try some milk or pudding. Kittens will eat soft dairy products like that. Or if you already have some kind of cat food, pour some milk in it to soften it up.
Unless you don't notice the momma cat around for more than a day I wouldn't do anything. If they seem old enough you could buy some wet cat food for them, but I wouldn't give them any people food.
some finely shredded turkey lunch meat, chicken, tuna. Do not give milk. milk can make them sick.
Human food is not good for kittens or cats.
http://bellaonline.com/articles/art1723...
http://www.peteducation.com (Foods To Avoid)
Don't feed anything out of your fridge. Especially milk! If the kittens aren't old enough to eat food yet, the mother will supply that. Go buy some cheap cat food from a store and leave that out every night.
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I know it's tempting, but it may not be good to leave food out because then you'll attract raccoons, and bears, and coyotes and wolves...or rats. But I'd suggest maybe giving them some deli meat like turkey, ham, and only giving it to them when they are there and make sure you don't leave anything. Meanwhile, try to call your local animal shelter so they could trap the cats and get homes for them. I got three of my cats that way...they were born in the wild, trapped, and now they're part of our family :)
You could try some milk or pudding. Kittens will eat soft dairy products like that. Or if you already have some kind of cat food, pour some milk in it to soften it up.
Unless you don't notice the momma cat around for more than a day I wouldn't do anything. If they seem old enough you could buy some wet cat food for them, but I wouldn't give them any people food.
some finely shredded turkey lunch meat, chicken, tuna. Do not give milk. milk can make them sick.
Human food is not good for kittens or cats.
http://bellaonline.com/articles/art1723...
http://www.peteducation.com (Foods To Avoid)
Don't feed anything out of your fridge. Especially milk! If the kittens aren't old enough to eat food yet, the mother will supply that. Go buy some cheap cat food from a store and leave that out every night.
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plz plz will u vote for me adorable cat regi the one on second vow on your first left .
and plz will u give me comments on what you think of the pics plz plz ...
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i dont see any pics of Regi on my left.....
I don't see any cat pictures...
and plz will u give me comments on what you think of the pics plz plz ...
thanx
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i dont see any pics of Regi on my left.....
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ATTN VETS/ Medical Experts?
My kitten has been having seizures. She had her blood tests done. Negative on lukemia, etc. Her blood is mostly normal. A few random ups and downs. What else could it be? Any ideas? Vet says I need to go to a specialist??
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First it usually takes time to get to the "specialist" so people back off.
Im sorry to hear this . It can really go either way with seizures. In most cases just like with people its just bad wiring in the brain.
Pets do get epilepsy and becomes very noticable around the age of 1 1/2 - 2 years old.
Head trauma causes seizures. Blood clots tumors any thing around the brain.
Poisons can cause seizures, even an allergic reaction.
There really is no cure for seizures just like a person you will have to try different meds and find one that works. I do know of dogs that had seizures for a couple of years then just quit having them and no sign in years of having them. Others start and never make it to a specialist. A recent one died within a few days of having his first seizure. The day before going to the specialist.
Your best bet is to discuss meds with your vet and not to put any added stress on the pet. Stress can also cause seizures so you don't want to create a bigger problem.
Again Im sorry. Just love your pet hold them through their seizure so they don't hurt themself and be strong for them.
THEN GO TO A SPECIALIST RIGHT NOW!! don't wait...what your cat has may be fatal!
you dont need to be on yahoo anwers if this is happening you need to be doing what the vets says.
I think the vet is right.
DO NOT LISTEN TO ANYBODY FROM THE INTERNET WHO OFFERS MEDIACAL ADVICE! You do not know who they are, just who they claim to be. See the specialist if they is what your vet suggested. He/she went to school a lot longer and has more experience with your cat than anyone on the internet.
I have a dog who has seizures, and you're right. You do need to go to a specialist. Each seizure causes more brain damage.
Here's something you can try, just until you can get the cat on a regiment of phenobarbitol. Try giving kitty some sugar water. The first sign my dog is going to have a seizure is that he starts to shiver. When the shivering starts, we give him just a quarter teaspoon of sugar in some warm water. Sometimes it helps, sometimes not. If not, we get to go get his pills and the syringe. Then he's drugged and sleepy most of the day. He takes pills every day to keep them under control, but he has his triggers. Loud noises, like a car backfiring can bring one on, for example.
It's tough having a special needs animal. It can also be expensive. It's worth it, though. If you and your vet can find away to control it, then it makes life a lot easier.
you need to go to a specialist!!!
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First it usually takes time to get to the "specialist" so people back off.
Im sorry to hear this . It can really go either way with seizures. In most cases just like with people its just bad wiring in the brain.
Pets do get epilepsy and becomes very noticable around the age of 1 1/2 - 2 years old.
Head trauma causes seizures. Blood clots tumors any thing around the brain.
Poisons can cause seizures, even an allergic reaction.
There really is no cure for seizures just like a person you will have to try different meds and find one that works. I do know of dogs that had seizures for a couple of years then just quit having them and no sign in years of having them. Others start and never make it to a specialist. A recent one died within a few days of having his first seizure. The day before going to the specialist.
Your best bet is to discuss meds with your vet and not to put any added stress on the pet. Stress can also cause seizures so you don't want to create a bigger problem.
Again Im sorry. Just love your pet hold them through their seizure so they don't hurt themself and be strong for them.
THEN GO TO A SPECIALIST RIGHT NOW!! don't wait...what your cat has may be fatal!
you dont need to be on yahoo anwers if this is happening you need to be doing what the vets says.
I think the vet is right.
DO NOT LISTEN TO ANYBODY FROM THE INTERNET WHO OFFERS MEDIACAL ADVICE! You do not know who they are, just who they claim to be. See the specialist if they is what your vet suggested. He/she went to school a lot longer and has more experience with your cat than anyone on the internet.
I have a dog who has seizures, and you're right. You do need to go to a specialist. Each seizure causes more brain damage.
Here's something you can try, just until you can get the cat on a regiment of phenobarbitol. Try giving kitty some sugar water. The first sign my dog is going to have a seizure is that he starts to shiver. When the shivering starts, we give him just a quarter teaspoon of sugar in some warm water. Sometimes it helps, sometimes not. If not, we get to go get his pills and the syringe. Then he's drugged and sleepy most of the day. He takes pills every day to keep them under control, but he has his triggers. Loud noises, like a car backfiring can bring one on, for example.
It's tough having a special needs animal. It can also be expensive. It's worth it, though. If you and your vet can find away to control it, then it makes life a lot easier.
you need to go to a specialist!!!
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