Any tips about what I could do about this? She is a long hair tri-color tabby. A little bit overweight. Indoors only. Eats the same dry food; don't try different brands cause I knows cats can be picky and get upset stomaches easily.
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she may be getting overfed! is she puking it or just moving it from her dish? bring her to a vet
could be hairballs
Mine will do that is she eats to fast. Try giving her a smaller quantity and feeding more often. If you think her tummy is upset you can giver her pepto bismol, but if its only once every three weekes I wouldn't worry too much, just ask your vet next time you are in.
Talk to a vet because she can have a diesase. Plus your cat can get sick from just eating dry food. I read that dry food all the time could make your cat have kidney stones. But that is urinary. Also try an indoor weight food so she won't get so big.
it's not normal,feed her more with meat or dry food and milk.
Ensure that she is getting enough vitamins they have some that is in a tube and they like it to. The throwing up is probably hairball problems with the new vitamin that should taper off.
could be furballs, but be safe %26 take her to the vet
my cat never did that you should take her to a vet or change the type of food and amounts of food u give the cat
You might be overfeeding her we feed our cats 2wice a day one because theyre fat and two because we dont want that happening bring it to a vet they could give you some advice or even give you some better food(because it could be the food) or they could give u medicine hope this helps!!
It doesn't sound abnormal to throw up once every three weeks. She may be getting rid of fur balls. My cats sometimes chew on plants to help them throw up.
My cat throws up occasionally when he's eaten too quickly but I think if I was you I'd check with the vet just to make sure there's nothing else wrong.
I have a cat that was doing the same so we took her to the vet. The vet couldn't find anything wrong and suggested Science Diet for Sensitive Stomaches. She hasn't vomited since we switched her to this!
It's probably hair she's bringing up. Mine does the same thing. They have to get rid of it somehow, so don't bother to change the food.it won't make any difference.
hair ball causes that get some hairball treatment or keep
a grassy plant around to chew on
Monday, May 24, 2010
My 2 year old cat is drooling alot.we gave her a seagull feather a few days ago. would this be the problem?
She still is active and is eating but drools. Is it possible she may have contracted some disease from the feathers? Or may have cut herself on the feathers which is causing her to have the excessive drool.
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I would schedule a vet appointment. Your kittty may have gotten something stuck in it's mouth/throat that could be creating problems. If it has never done this before, it could be a sign of illness. There are many viruses that can be transmitted to cats through ingesting something they shouldn't. It could also be something related to her teeth like a broken one or infected one. If you care about your pet, got to the vet, as I always say. Better to know you just have a slobbery kitty than lose her.
i think your cat is dehydrated. lots of animals drool when they are thirsty. you should probably take her to the vet.
my (smaller) cat drools too. I asked my parents about this. They had a cat that drooled too. My cat does it when he's very happy. When I get into bed, he jumps up and lays down on my chest and wants lots of petting. This is when he drools the most. My parents say it's his say of showing his love.
I'd say dont worry. it's cute but gross.
could be feathers can carry large amts of bacteria and dz. Is she breathing ok. Sometimes drooling can be a sign of something caught in the throat and having diff breathing around it. Might want to get her to a vet.
Well just too be safe i would take her to the vet too make sure that your cat didn't have a reaction to the feather and to make sure that she didn't get any viruses from it..
hope i helped some!
Its possible the hard part of the feather may have lodged into the soft tissue of her palate or gums.I would have someone hold her ,wrapped in a towel to protect yourself,and with a gloved hand look inside her mouth and gums very closely for any evidence of foreign matter
Is the feather intact? I am wondering if part of the feather may have gotten caught in her back teeth or in the roof of her mouth. She may be drooling because of that. Just a thought.
If the cat did not drool BEFORE the feather, and drools SINCE the feather, then it is quite plausible the feather has had an influence on the cat's health.
My suggestion would be a visit to the vet (soon) for your drooling kitty, and make sure it continues to drink fluids and eat until then.
..maybe your moggy has overactive drool glands.this will make it extremely useful for washing your dads car with, as cat hair wont scratch the delicate paint-job.and you wont need to get a bucket of water every time you want to clean something!.
.at last you've discovered a use for wet cats..:}
Mine does too when I starch her head. Do you starch too?
take it to the vet! but until then, give it some more water, it somethings caught in the throat the water will help it get washed out. or if theres an infection, it will help keep more bacteria away.
no, she could have a rotten tooth, see your vet
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I would schedule a vet appointment. Your kittty may have gotten something stuck in it's mouth/throat that could be creating problems. If it has never done this before, it could be a sign of illness. There are many viruses that can be transmitted to cats through ingesting something they shouldn't. It could also be something related to her teeth like a broken one or infected one. If you care about your pet, got to the vet, as I always say. Better to know you just have a slobbery kitty than lose her.
i think your cat is dehydrated. lots of animals drool when they are thirsty. you should probably take her to the vet.
my (smaller) cat drools too. I asked my parents about this. They had a cat that drooled too. My cat does it when he's very happy. When I get into bed, he jumps up and lays down on my chest and wants lots of petting. This is when he drools the most. My parents say it's his say of showing his love.
I'd say dont worry. it's cute but gross.
could be feathers can carry large amts of bacteria and dz. Is she breathing ok. Sometimes drooling can be a sign of something caught in the throat and having diff breathing around it. Might want to get her to a vet.
Well just too be safe i would take her to the vet too make sure that your cat didn't have a reaction to the feather and to make sure that she didn't get any viruses from it..
hope i helped some!
Its possible the hard part of the feather may have lodged into the soft tissue of her palate or gums.I would have someone hold her ,wrapped in a towel to protect yourself,and with a gloved hand look inside her mouth and gums very closely for any evidence of foreign matter
Is the feather intact? I am wondering if part of the feather may have gotten caught in her back teeth or in the roof of her mouth. She may be drooling because of that. Just a thought.
If the cat did not drool BEFORE the feather, and drools SINCE the feather, then it is quite plausible the feather has had an influence on the cat's health.
My suggestion would be a visit to the vet (soon) for your drooling kitty, and make sure it continues to drink fluids and eat until then.
..maybe your moggy has overactive drool glands.this will make it extremely useful for washing your dads car with, as cat hair wont scratch the delicate paint-job.and you wont need to get a bucket of water every time you want to clean something!.
.at last you've discovered a use for wet cats..:}
Mine does too when I starch her head. Do you starch too?
take it to the vet! but until then, give it some more water, it somethings caught in the throat the water will help it get washed out. or if theres an infection, it will help keep more bacteria away.
no, she could have a rotten tooth, see your vet
My 2 year old cat has suddenly started to loose weight .?
Any ideas before i contact the vets.
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Is he always hungry? It might be worms.
Best get it checked out, could be anything.
Could be diabetes. Weight loss or gain can be symptoms. I hope not though.
Good luck.
go to the vets immediatly. there are numerous reasons for an animal to loose weight and none of them are good.
I had this problem with my cat, took her to the vets and said it was due to thyroid problems. I would take her to the vets to be on the safe side.
Perhaps it's met a new Friend and is feeling a little chubby?
well the same happened to me!! so try getting natures diet for dogs! i know its wierd but im studing as a vet!
at 2 lots of reasons. Felv, Fiv, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, parasites, Bartonella,
Could be worms, diabetes, or thyroid problems but I would think he/she is too young for that.
See a vet.
Have you changed the diet lately? Different food? Different litter? If you answer no to these then read on.
There are a number of reasons pets can loose weight from Bacterial or viral infections to fleas. Your best bet is to schedule an appointment with the vet.
Yes, contact the vet.
You'll need a stool sample as it could be parasites.
The vet will need to do blood work and check for hyperthyroidism,diabetes and kidney disease.(to name a few)
I hope your kitty is ok.
Is he neutered? If not, he might lose weight for that reason.
Is he an outdoor cat? He could have picked up worms (or some other disease).
How much weight has he lost and how quickly? This will give us a clue if you need to see a vet, like NOW. If the weight loss is substantial in a short period of time, I would take him to a vet immediately.
Most of my answers will ultimately required a trip to the vet - to spay/neuter, for wormer (although you can buy a general wormer such as panacur over the internet), or to determine if there is something more serious wrong.
Decreased weight is a symptom of HUNDREDS of different problems that a 2 year old cat could get.speak with a vet.
Probably worms. Take it to the Vet in anyway in case it is anything more serious.
it mite not be eating properally or it may hav worms
take it to the vet. Do not try to diagnose the ailment yourself. Chances are you will not get it right. The vet has studied for years to practice and is still learning day to day.Pay the money and get the cat sorted out asap.
he might be sick go to the vet and tell him what is going on or he is tired of what you ae feeding him my cat sometime stops eating if he is givin the same thang over and over or he might have somthing worng with his teeth
Well I have a 18yr old cat that lost weight dramatically like that and there was nothing wrong but just to be on the safe side please take your cat to a vet soon it could be many outher things. Good Luck
It could be a myriad of different things. Despite the answers from some of the folks on here it's highly unlikely that it's worms, unless you have an outdoor cat. Indoor, well-fed housecats just don't run into those kinds of problems. But weight loss, lethargy and loss of appetite are all symptoms of illness in cats and should be taken very seriously. You need to see your vet as soon as possible. If you're waiting for an appointment, try and not wait more than a couple of days. Most importantly, make sure your cat is drinking.dehydration in cats can be a killer. Good luck. I hope your kitty is feeling better soon!
normally worms. However cats do seem to loose weight in the summer.
CALL THE VET IMMEDIATELY! Weight loss could be a sign of something more serious: worms, thyroid, even leukemia
yeah our cat lost alot off wait,we were getting really worried about her so we took her two the vets they kept her in and did loads off different tests on her we had a phone call saying it was her thyroids she now has mediation for the rest off her life bless but she doing well ,so yeah have yours check out cause you never know,i wish you good luck.
it can be a problem of worms if she stays hungry.maybe she has an infection..u must buy the books that tell u that wat to do in these types of cases rather going to a vet..u can make her eat a little more so that she becomes perfect again.
i would go to the vets now its best to find out now.
Don't wait for ideas get to the vets pronto
Get to the vets right away, this may be a blockage which needs to be cleared. If one of the tubes is blocked leading to the stomach, the food wont reach there and she will lose weight.
Worms, FIV like HIV only its FIV in cats im being serious!! Or maybe feed it more. Maybe it had kittens!
change cat food--she may not like the food anymore. I had to switch food for my cat because he was tired of Meow Mix--now he is eating Hill's Science Diet
If your cat is still eating healthily, there's clearly something wrong. I'd book your cat into see the vet asap
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Is he always hungry? It might be worms.
Best get it checked out, could be anything.
Could be diabetes. Weight loss or gain can be symptoms. I hope not though.
Good luck.
go to the vets immediatly. there are numerous reasons for an animal to loose weight and none of them are good.
I had this problem with my cat, took her to the vets and said it was due to thyroid problems. I would take her to the vets to be on the safe side.
Perhaps it's met a new Friend and is feeling a little chubby?
well the same happened to me!! so try getting natures diet for dogs! i know its wierd but im studing as a vet!
at 2 lots of reasons. Felv, Fiv, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, parasites, Bartonella,
Could be worms, diabetes, or thyroid problems but I would think he/she is too young for that.
See a vet.
Have you changed the diet lately? Different food? Different litter? If you answer no to these then read on.
There are a number of reasons pets can loose weight from Bacterial or viral infections to fleas. Your best bet is to schedule an appointment with the vet.
Yes, contact the vet.
You'll need a stool sample as it could be parasites.
The vet will need to do blood work and check for hyperthyroidism,diabetes and kidney disease.(to name a few)
I hope your kitty is ok.
Is he neutered? If not, he might lose weight for that reason.
Is he an outdoor cat? He could have picked up worms (or some other disease).
How much weight has he lost and how quickly? This will give us a clue if you need to see a vet, like NOW. If the weight loss is substantial in a short period of time, I would take him to a vet immediately.
Most of my answers will ultimately required a trip to the vet - to spay/neuter, for wormer (although you can buy a general wormer such as panacur over the internet), or to determine if there is something more serious wrong.
Decreased weight is a symptom of HUNDREDS of different problems that a 2 year old cat could get.speak with a vet.
Probably worms. Take it to the Vet in anyway in case it is anything more serious.
it mite not be eating properally or it may hav worms
take it to the vet. Do not try to diagnose the ailment yourself. Chances are you will not get it right. The vet has studied for years to practice and is still learning day to day.Pay the money and get the cat sorted out asap.
he might be sick go to the vet and tell him what is going on or he is tired of what you ae feeding him my cat sometime stops eating if he is givin the same thang over and over or he might have somthing worng with his teeth
Well I have a 18yr old cat that lost weight dramatically like that and there was nothing wrong but just to be on the safe side please take your cat to a vet soon it could be many outher things. Good Luck
It could be a myriad of different things. Despite the answers from some of the folks on here it's highly unlikely that it's worms, unless you have an outdoor cat. Indoor, well-fed housecats just don't run into those kinds of problems. But weight loss, lethargy and loss of appetite are all symptoms of illness in cats and should be taken very seriously. You need to see your vet as soon as possible. If you're waiting for an appointment, try and not wait more than a couple of days. Most importantly, make sure your cat is drinking.dehydration in cats can be a killer. Good luck. I hope your kitty is feeling better soon!
normally worms. However cats do seem to loose weight in the summer.
CALL THE VET IMMEDIATELY! Weight loss could be a sign of something more serious: worms, thyroid, even leukemia
yeah our cat lost alot off wait,we were getting really worried about her so we took her two the vets they kept her in and did loads off different tests on her we had a phone call saying it was her thyroids she now has mediation for the rest off her life bless but she doing well ,so yeah have yours check out cause you never know,i wish you good luck.
it can be a problem of worms if she stays hungry.maybe she has an infection..u must buy the books that tell u that wat to do in these types of cases rather going to a vet..u can make her eat a little more so that she becomes perfect again.
i would go to the vets now its best to find out now.
Don't wait for ideas get to the vets pronto
Get to the vets right away, this may be a blockage which needs to be cleared. If one of the tubes is blocked leading to the stomach, the food wont reach there and she will lose weight.
Worms, FIV like HIV only its FIV in cats im being serious!! Or maybe feed it more. Maybe it had kittens!
change cat food--she may not like the food anymore. I had to switch food for my cat because he was tired of Meow Mix--now he is eating Hill's Science Diet
If your cat is still eating healthily, there's clearly something wrong. I'd book your cat into see the vet asap
my 2 year old (spayed) female cat weighs about 10-11 lbs, is that too much?
she is an all black domestic medium hair.
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I have 3 cats, one is 3 yrs old %26 is a fixed male weighs at least 20 lbs!! Another is also male 3 yrs also fixed and maybe weighs 8 lbs.my 3rd one is a fixed male kitten that may weigh 7 lbs.
I personally think that your little girl kitty has a very sleek figure!
No.
No, that is perfect. My vet told me that around 10 lbs. is an ideal weight for a cat.
No, that's not too much. Our orange and white tiger male weighs a little over 12lbs., and he's in great shape. If your cat were obese, you'd be able to tell.
I think she is ok..she should be around 8-12 pounds, in that range. So that's ok. You are doing a good job.
If she is an indoor cat, that is an average weight!
Female cats tend to average 7-10 pounds and males 9-12. Just don't let her get heavier and she should remain healthy. :)
She's about average. My 20 lb white cat with the black tail (also spayed) is a fatso.
I have one cat that weighs about 17 lbs and one cat that weighs about 13 lbs, and both of the cats are healthy. If you are really concerned about your cat, then talk to your vet, but I would think that as long as the animal is not excessively losing or gaining weight, then it is probably healthy.
I think it is probably pushing it a bit. 12 pounds is a nice lean weight for a male cat and she must be smaller in proportions.
If you are feeding your cat grocery store foods you are feeding her a diet of 2/3 corn. Corn is used to fatten slaughter animals who only have life-spans of under two years.
Try a small owner-operated pet store to look for high protein foods that use rice, oats, tapioca as fillers instead of corn. I can guarantee that she will stop GAINING weight if you use these premium foods. And over six months or a year's time she will probably drop a couple of pounds and be much better nourished into the bargain.
To switch dry cat foods click on my name at the icon. This technique will work for you and be the best way to switch your cat.
Obesity can cause diabetes later in life, make arthritis worse, prevent a cat from grooming properly so I'm glad you know it is something to be given serious consideration.
There are so many different opinions on what the weight of a "healthy" cat should be. I have a 2yr. old female, spayed, indoor kitty, (Lily).Shes 16 lbs. and very healthy. My older cat was a male, neutered, indoor, (he just passed away becuase of a neurologic disease) - he was 23 lbs. and he was healthy. It all depends on the cat. You know your cat best. If your vet says all of her vitals are good, then let her get fat. Cats should be loved and fed and cuddled - you'll know when to put your foot down
No! My friend's cat is 2 years old and she's close to 20 pounds. She lays on her stomach whenever she eats or drinks!
you answered mine so I will answer yours. I am also an animal lover and plan to keep all the kittens, I am worried and that is why I posted the question. Your cat is a normal weight but could go heavier so lay off the treats. By the way, if you can't answer a question without being judgemental, maybe you should keep your opinions to yourself.
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I have 3 cats, one is 3 yrs old %26 is a fixed male weighs at least 20 lbs!! Another is also male 3 yrs also fixed and maybe weighs 8 lbs.my 3rd one is a fixed male kitten that may weigh 7 lbs.
I personally think that your little girl kitty has a very sleek figure!
No.
No, that is perfect. My vet told me that around 10 lbs. is an ideal weight for a cat.
No, that's not too much. Our orange and white tiger male weighs a little over 12lbs., and he's in great shape. If your cat were obese, you'd be able to tell.
I think she is ok..she should be around 8-12 pounds, in that range. So that's ok. You are doing a good job.
If she is an indoor cat, that is an average weight!
Female cats tend to average 7-10 pounds and males 9-12. Just don't let her get heavier and she should remain healthy. :)
She's about average. My 20 lb white cat with the black tail (also spayed) is a fatso.
I have one cat that weighs about 17 lbs and one cat that weighs about 13 lbs, and both of the cats are healthy. If you are really concerned about your cat, then talk to your vet, but I would think that as long as the animal is not excessively losing or gaining weight, then it is probably healthy.
I think it is probably pushing it a bit. 12 pounds is a nice lean weight for a male cat and she must be smaller in proportions.
If you are feeding your cat grocery store foods you are feeding her a diet of 2/3 corn. Corn is used to fatten slaughter animals who only have life-spans of under two years.
Try a small owner-operated pet store to look for high protein foods that use rice, oats, tapioca as fillers instead of corn. I can guarantee that she will stop GAINING weight if you use these premium foods. And over six months or a year's time she will probably drop a couple of pounds and be much better nourished into the bargain.
To switch dry cat foods click on my name at the icon. This technique will work for you and be the best way to switch your cat.
Obesity can cause diabetes later in life, make arthritis worse, prevent a cat from grooming properly so I'm glad you know it is something to be given serious consideration.
There are so many different opinions on what the weight of a "healthy" cat should be. I have a 2yr. old female, spayed, indoor kitty, (Lily).Shes 16 lbs. and very healthy. My older cat was a male, neutered, indoor, (he just passed away becuase of a neurologic disease) - he was 23 lbs. and he was healthy. It all depends on the cat. You know your cat best. If your vet says all of her vitals are good, then let her get fat. Cats should be loved and fed and cuddled - you'll know when to put your foot down
No! My friend's cat is 2 years old and she's close to 20 pounds. She lays on her stomach whenever she eats or drinks!
you answered mine so I will answer yours. I am also an animal lover and plan to keep all the kittens, I am worried and that is why I posted the question. Your cat is a normal weight but could go heavier so lay off the treats. By the way, if you can't answer a question without being judgemental, maybe you should keep your opinions to yourself.
MY 2 YEAR OLD CAT HAS A COLD WHAT CAN i DO FOR HER?
I WOULD LIKE TO TRY TO NURSE HER BACK TO HEALTH MYSELF, BUT WILL USE VET AS LAST RESORT
Answers:
I have worked in a shelter and many cats came in with a respitory infection, in a home most recover well with out antibiotics. Keep the cat warm and hydrated(warm chicken broth works great!), give him a heating pad and lots of love and affection. If he does get to the point where he can no longer breath through his nose or has a greenish nasel discarge get him to the vet asap!
go to the vet or to the pet store and try to ask them if you need a medicine or anything
How do you KNOW its a cold? it could be ANY number of respiratory ailments. Take sick animals to the VET.
your best bet is take her to the vet,she needs antibotics,
Have found some info ..Hope she gets well soon.
Cats can get upper respiratory infections or what we call the common cold or flu. However you can not pass a human cold on to your cat and vice versa. The cat 'cold' is a completely different cup of tea. If your cat has any of the below symptoms for more than a day or two he/she probably has an upper respiratory infection.
Upper respiratory infections are extremely contagious (infection can be passed through an airborne contagion or through casual contact) and it is very common for all cats within a household to become infected quickly. Although most of the agents that cause URI do not survive very long (from a few hours to a few weeks) in the environment, they can last a very long time in the cat's respiratory tract in a latent or potent form. Many cats actually will carry the agent in their body for the duration of life. In such a case your cat may suffer from occasional flare-ups when stressed or when the immune system is weak. Such a cat may also pass the agent on to other cats (even if that cat isn't actively sick). Cats can get URI's for a variety of reasons just as people do. These reasons can range from:
A bacteria or virus (Chlamydia, Feline Calicivirus, Feline Herpes virus also known as Feline Rhinotracheitis Virus) a majority of UTI's are caused by a virus
A parasitic worm infection
An allergic reaction
Symptoms to look for:
Sneezing
Runny nose
Coughing
Wheezing
Discharge from the nose or mouth
Respiratory problems
Oral ulcers
Conjunctivitis (discharge from the eye)
Treatment:
If you suspect any sort of "cold" take your cat to the vet immediately for an examination. Although URI's are not terribly serious, your cat can get secondary infections during this time period which could be more serious and can lead to chronic illnesses. Many cats with a cold will also have their appetites suppressed. Cats who do not eat for even just a day or two can be at risk for hepatic lipidosis, which can be a very serious illness. The bottom line is that although a cold in and of itself is not terribly serious, that left untreated, it can turn into a serious illness.
Most cases of URI are taken care of with a course of drug therapy (antibiotics, decongestants, antivirals), rest, lots of food and liquids. Humidification of the nasal passages may also help your cat, you can do this by purchasing a humidifier for the room or bringing your kitty in with you for a nice steaming in the bathroom. However, do not allow your cat to catch a 'chill' if you do get him/her wet.
If you do have a cat that has been on therapy for a few weeks and is still not feeling better, or if your pet has finished his/her course of medication and is still ill your vet may have him/her in for another visit to do some more tests. These may include X-rays of the skull which allow you to see the nasal cavity and frontal sinuses. This can help you determine what, if any damage the infection has done to the nasal passages. A nasal flush can also be performed to collect matter from the nasal cavity. This matter can then be analyzed to better determine what is causing your cat to be ill.
Precautionary measures:
Keep your cat indoors and away from other sick animals. Keep your pet in a clean environment which includes clean food and water bowls and a clean home. Keep your home above 70 degrees and if your cat gets wet either dry him off or make sure he stays warm while he dries off. You can also talk to your vet about yearly vaccinations to ward off such infections.
One of my cats just got over a nasty repiratory virus and the vet had to prescribe a medicine that was like a cat decongestant.
It's very important that the cat eat/drinks enough. Apparently, cats won't eat or drink if they can't really smell due to congestion. Give tuna juice and fresh water for hydration and confine her to one room and use a humidifier/vaporizer in that room.
What color is the drainage in her eyes and nose? If it's not clear, I'd take her to the vet asap. If she's not doing better even with clear drainage in one or two more days, or if she stops eating or drinking, I'd take her to the vet asap.
The whole trip to see our vet %26 get the medicine was only about $40. It was totally worth it. The cat felt much better after taking the medicine. We just hid the pill inside a moist cat treat %26 she'd take it. You might want to at least call your vet to see if he/she has ano other advice.
Otherwise, just spend a lot of time with her so you can be alert to changes and try to keep her as comfortable as possible.
Good luck!
give it pediatric cold medicine, but only about 1/4 the dose you would give a baby.
I think Vicky B and Girl Named Sue have the best answers for you so far.
NEVER give an animal medicine intended for human use unless directed to do so by the vet.
First, you will have to stop yelling. That should calm her down.
Answers:
I have worked in a shelter and many cats came in with a respitory infection, in a home most recover well with out antibiotics. Keep the cat warm and hydrated(warm chicken broth works great!), give him a heating pad and lots of love and affection. If he does get to the point where he can no longer breath through his nose or has a greenish nasel discarge get him to the vet asap!
go to the vet or to the pet store and try to ask them if you need a medicine or anything
How do you KNOW its a cold? it could be ANY number of respiratory ailments. Take sick animals to the VET.
your best bet is take her to the vet,she needs antibotics,
Have found some info ..Hope she gets well soon.
Cats can get upper respiratory infections or what we call the common cold or flu. However you can not pass a human cold on to your cat and vice versa. The cat 'cold' is a completely different cup of tea. If your cat has any of the below symptoms for more than a day or two he/she probably has an upper respiratory infection.
Upper respiratory infections are extremely contagious (infection can be passed through an airborne contagion or through casual contact) and it is very common for all cats within a household to become infected quickly. Although most of the agents that cause URI do not survive very long (from a few hours to a few weeks) in the environment, they can last a very long time in the cat's respiratory tract in a latent or potent form. Many cats actually will carry the agent in their body for the duration of life. In such a case your cat may suffer from occasional flare-ups when stressed or when the immune system is weak. Such a cat may also pass the agent on to other cats (even if that cat isn't actively sick). Cats can get URI's for a variety of reasons just as people do. These reasons can range from:
A bacteria or virus (Chlamydia, Feline Calicivirus, Feline Herpes virus also known as Feline Rhinotracheitis Virus) a majority of UTI's are caused by a virus
A parasitic worm infection
An allergic reaction
Symptoms to look for:
Sneezing
Runny nose
Coughing
Wheezing
Discharge from the nose or mouth
Respiratory problems
Oral ulcers
Conjunctivitis (discharge from the eye)
Treatment:
If you suspect any sort of "cold" take your cat to the vet immediately for an examination. Although URI's are not terribly serious, your cat can get secondary infections during this time period which could be more serious and can lead to chronic illnesses. Many cats with a cold will also have their appetites suppressed. Cats who do not eat for even just a day or two can be at risk for hepatic lipidosis, which can be a very serious illness. The bottom line is that although a cold in and of itself is not terribly serious, that left untreated, it can turn into a serious illness.
Most cases of URI are taken care of with a course of drug therapy (antibiotics, decongestants, antivirals), rest, lots of food and liquids. Humidification of the nasal passages may also help your cat, you can do this by purchasing a humidifier for the room or bringing your kitty in with you for a nice steaming in the bathroom. However, do not allow your cat to catch a 'chill' if you do get him/her wet.
If you do have a cat that has been on therapy for a few weeks and is still not feeling better, or if your pet has finished his/her course of medication and is still ill your vet may have him/her in for another visit to do some more tests. These may include X-rays of the skull which allow you to see the nasal cavity and frontal sinuses. This can help you determine what, if any damage the infection has done to the nasal passages. A nasal flush can also be performed to collect matter from the nasal cavity. This matter can then be analyzed to better determine what is causing your cat to be ill.
Precautionary measures:
Keep your cat indoors and away from other sick animals. Keep your pet in a clean environment which includes clean food and water bowls and a clean home. Keep your home above 70 degrees and if your cat gets wet either dry him off or make sure he stays warm while he dries off. You can also talk to your vet about yearly vaccinations to ward off such infections.
One of my cats just got over a nasty repiratory virus and the vet had to prescribe a medicine that was like a cat decongestant.
It's very important that the cat eat/drinks enough. Apparently, cats won't eat or drink if they can't really smell due to congestion. Give tuna juice and fresh water for hydration and confine her to one room and use a humidifier/vaporizer in that room.
What color is the drainage in her eyes and nose? If it's not clear, I'd take her to the vet asap. If she's not doing better even with clear drainage in one or two more days, or if she stops eating or drinking, I'd take her to the vet asap.
The whole trip to see our vet %26 get the medicine was only about $40. It was totally worth it. The cat felt much better after taking the medicine. We just hid the pill inside a moist cat treat %26 she'd take it. You might want to at least call your vet to see if he/she has ano other advice.
Otherwise, just spend a lot of time with her so you can be alert to changes and try to keep her as comfortable as possible.
Good luck!
give it pediatric cold medicine, but only about 1/4 the dose you would give a baby.
I think Vicky B and Girl Named Sue have the best answers for you so far.
NEVER give an animal medicine intended for human use unless directed to do so by the vet.
First, you will have to stop yelling. That should calm her down.
My 2 month old kitten wets my duvet?
My 2 month old kitten wets the duvet every morning. I have dry cleaned my duvet on numerous occasions and sprayed it with odour eliminator which contains citrus zest but she keeps on wetting the duvet. She does not do this in any other part of the house. I have also sprayed my duvet with felliway but the no avail. Can anyone help me on this matter..
Thank you
Answers:
Hi Rowena.sometimes when cats inappropriately soil in areas other than the litterbox it is indicative of a medical problem. If she's constipated or has a urinary infection of one type or another this cause litterbox avoidance. When cats are using the litterbox and experience pain while going to the bathroom they associate the pain with the litterbox thereby believing by going elsewhere will feel better. Consider ringing your vet to discuss an appointment for an evaluation.
Additionally, if there's been a recent change of location of the litterbox, change of litter brand, new changes in the home, new pets added, multiple cats competing for the litterbox, not cleaning the box more frequently, box is too small, litterbox is uncovered or it's not covered (some cats prefer one over the other).all of these and other associated possibilities will also cause litterbox avoidance behaviours as well.
More on litterbox avoidance problems by Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine: http://www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/brochures.
[edit] litterbox avoidance isn't always the case as each cat is different. We currently have a cat who always used his litterbox with a rare accident even though he was diagnosed with an urinary tract infection.
That is disgusting to sleep on a duvet that is urine stained. Even if you spray it. Yuck. Keep the cat off of the bed. If it does it again, rub its nose in it..spank its butt and throw it in the kitty litter box.
do not let it on the bed, keep it in the bath room durring sleep time
spray it with biological soap and it will maybe never do its business on your bed ever again
try putting a litter tray in your room or banish the kitten from your room
ITS VERE NORMAL FOR THE KITTEN TO DO THAT.
You really shouldn't take a kitten to your bed, This is just one reason - These animals have become domesticated for people to keep as pets but when it is old enough it really should stay outdoors as much as it does indoors. Cats are independent,and like it that way - No offence to you personally but really Why let it on your duvet? Don't treat animals like toys or pamper them it doesn't do them any good and you'll set yourself up for lots of problems in the future.
Erm, stop it sleeping on your bed! Keep it downstairs at night with a litter tray, until it is house trained. If it were me though and it started mewing I would go and get it, but be strong and dont give into mews.
IF IT DOES IT AGAIN RUB IT NOSE IN IT , SPANK ITS BUTT. NOTE NOT VERY HARD, IT WILL UNDERSTAND AND NOT DO IT AGAIN . ALWAYS MAKE SURE ITS LITTER BOX IS SET
I hate to say it, but you really need to get a new duvet. Had the same problem with part of our sofa when our kittens were 'new'.
One of them kept going into the sitting room and weeing on one side of the sofa. We tried everything, including locking them out of the sitting room when we were out.
Eventually, we got a new seat cushion for that part of the sofa. and still keep them out of there during the day, but it hasnt happened since. Doesnt matter what you do, they still know the place and smell - no matter what. Also duvets are special favourites of kittens, apparently, because they can 'pad' them easily (clawing up and down, pulling at the duvet), which they like to do.
Best advice, get a new duvet and spray the entire bed, mattress etc and get your covers and sheets cleaned on the hottest setting they can take. Also, if you have one (or can borrow) get a UV light, which will show where all the pee is - it maybe you havent got it all from the bed (as I said, mattress etc)
Good Luck
Thank you
Answers:
Hi Rowena.sometimes when cats inappropriately soil in areas other than the litterbox it is indicative of a medical problem. If she's constipated or has a urinary infection of one type or another this cause litterbox avoidance. When cats are using the litterbox and experience pain while going to the bathroom they associate the pain with the litterbox thereby believing by going elsewhere will feel better. Consider ringing your vet to discuss an appointment for an evaluation.
Additionally, if there's been a recent change of location of the litterbox, change of litter brand, new changes in the home, new pets added, multiple cats competing for the litterbox, not cleaning the box more frequently, box is too small, litterbox is uncovered or it's not covered (some cats prefer one over the other).all of these and other associated possibilities will also cause litterbox avoidance behaviours as well.
More on litterbox avoidance problems by Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine: http://www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/brochures.
[edit] litterbox avoidance isn't always the case as each cat is different. We currently have a cat who always used his litterbox with a rare accident even though he was diagnosed with an urinary tract infection.
That is disgusting to sleep on a duvet that is urine stained. Even if you spray it. Yuck. Keep the cat off of the bed. If it does it again, rub its nose in it..spank its butt and throw it in the kitty litter box.
do not let it on the bed, keep it in the bath room durring sleep time
spray it with biological soap and it will maybe never do its business on your bed ever again
try putting a litter tray in your room or banish the kitten from your room
ITS VERE NORMAL FOR THE KITTEN TO DO THAT.
You really shouldn't take a kitten to your bed, This is just one reason - These animals have become domesticated for people to keep as pets but when it is old enough it really should stay outdoors as much as it does indoors. Cats are independent,and like it that way - No offence to you personally but really Why let it on your duvet? Don't treat animals like toys or pamper them it doesn't do them any good and you'll set yourself up for lots of problems in the future.
Erm, stop it sleeping on your bed! Keep it downstairs at night with a litter tray, until it is house trained. If it were me though and it started mewing I would go and get it, but be strong and dont give into mews.
IF IT DOES IT AGAIN RUB IT NOSE IN IT , SPANK ITS BUTT. NOTE NOT VERY HARD, IT WILL UNDERSTAND AND NOT DO IT AGAIN . ALWAYS MAKE SURE ITS LITTER BOX IS SET
I hate to say it, but you really need to get a new duvet. Had the same problem with part of our sofa when our kittens were 'new'.
One of them kept going into the sitting room and weeing on one side of the sofa. We tried everything, including locking them out of the sitting room when we were out.
Eventually, we got a new seat cushion for that part of the sofa. and still keep them out of there during the day, but it hasnt happened since. Doesnt matter what you do, they still know the place and smell - no matter what. Also duvets are special favourites of kittens, apparently, because they can 'pad' them easily (clawing up and down, pulling at the duvet), which they like to do.
Best advice, get a new duvet and spray the entire bed, mattress etc and get your covers and sheets cleaned on the hottest setting they can take. Also, if you have one (or can borrow) get a UV light, which will show where all the pee is - it maybe you havent got it all from the bed (as I said, mattress etc)
Good Luck
My 2 month old kitten has a bloated stomach that wont go away, whats wrong with him, worms?
He eats his food, drinks plenty of water and has good poop. I haven't brought him to vet yet 'cause his tempremate hasn't changed, still as playful as ever. I know some symptoms are little worms around the bum or in poop and significant weight loss, haven't seen any yet. Should I be concerned?
Answers:
Yes, your kitten should see a vet for worming. Don't do this yourself with pet store products. Those are wormers that vets have found ineffective or harmful to animals.
Your kitten definitely needs to see a vet now to begin the kitten shots to prevent him from having distemper. In kittens that is almost always fatal.
When you visit the vet make plans to have him neutered too. Better to set a date -- time seems to go by very fast in kitten growth so you need to make that commitment for him now.
Yes, you should.
It is likely worms. I believe they are all born with worms. The mother will even get them from the fetus' she carries, that is why the Vet. treats her once she is pregnant. Some people will treat their kittens with/according to OTC (over-the-counter) product.
Bloating is usually a sign of worms, yes. And you don't always see a lot of symptoms. A cat with worms can sleep a lot, but kittens sleep a lot anyway, so it can be harder to detect infestation in something so young. But as a general rule, most kittens are born with intestinal parasites, so they should ALWAYS be wormed when they're old enough.
He needs a set of shots and deworming no matter what. Poop may look fine cause worms are still in there.
Also puppies and kittens often eat and get bloated. They are so little that its very noticeable.
Ya know, the "temperment" of a kitten has ZERO to do with the distemper vaccine. DISTEMPER is a virus. It has nothing to do with how the cat acts. They need to start the shots when they are 6-8 weeks. They need to be wormed also. All kittens are born with worms. They get them from the mother through the milk. You may not ever see the worms, but trust me, they are there.in the intestines.
Get the kitten to the vet and get it taken care of.
The Vet Might Know
Very possible, could also be the food your feeding it. Try to avoid to much dairy. Some reccomend that you don't worm kittens. Try your vet, it should be a very simple check up which will help you with its future care, they can also recommend what best for his diet.
It might be worms. Fortunately, you noticed this before he started getting miserable.
You should definitely take him to see the vet. I'm not sure about the worms as none of my pets have ever had any. But, a couple of years ago, we had to take my cat to the vet. He had a swollen belly and his face was patchy and bloody. It looked like he had been in a fight. Turns out, he has a disease we still don't know what it is. But it causes his spleen to swell. He's going to be on steroids for the rest of his life now. Other then that, he's doing great and acting just like any other cat.
So, take your kitten to the vet a.s.a.p. so they can figure out what it is and give him medicine if needed.
If you think there is reason for concern, there probably is a reason. Just to ease your mind, you should take the kitten to the vet. Even if there is nothing wrong, at least you will know for sure and you can rest easy knowing kitty is OK, or at least treated for what is probably a minor thing if attended to right away.
the worms could be inside.get him to the vet all it takes is one little dose of medication and he will be fine.it is most likely worms
Answers:
Yes, your kitten should see a vet for worming. Don't do this yourself with pet store products. Those are wormers that vets have found ineffective or harmful to animals.
Your kitten definitely needs to see a vet now to begin the kitten shots to prevent him from having distemper. In kittens that is almost always fatal.
When you visit the vet make plans to have him neutered too. Better to set a date -- time seems to go by very fast in kitten growth so you need to make that commitment for him now.
Yes, you should.
It is likely worms. I believe they are all born with worms. The mother will even get them from the fetus' she carries, that is why the Vet. treats her once she is pregnant. Some people will treat their kittens with/according to OTC (over-the-counter) product.
Bloating is usually a sign of worms, yes. And you don't always see a lot of symptoms. A cat with worms can sleep a lot, but kittens sleep a lot anyway, so it can be harder to detect infestation in something so young. But as a general rule, most kittens are born with intestinal parasites, so they should ALWAYS be wormed when they're old enough.
He needs a set of shots and deworming no matter what. Poop may look fine cause worms are still in there.
Also puppies and kittens often eat and get bloated. They are so little that its very noticeable.
Ya know, the "temperment" of a kitten has ZERO to do with the distemper vaccine. DISTEMPER is a virus. It has nothing to do with how the cat acts. They need to start the shots when they are 6-8 weeks. They need to be wormed also. All kittens are born with worms. They get them from the mother through the milk. You may not ever see the worms, but trust me, they are there.in the intestines.
Get the kitten to the vet and get it taken care of.
The Vet Might Know
Very possible, could also be the food your feeding it. Try to avoid to much dairy. Some reccomend that you don't worm kittens. Try your vet, it should be a very simple check up which will help you with its future care, they can also recommend what best for his diet.
It might be worms. Fortunately, you noticed this before he started getting miserable.
You should definitely take him to see the vet. I'm not sure about the worms as none of my pets have ever had any. But, a couple of years ago, we had to take my cat to the vet. He had a swollen belly and his face was patchy and bloody. It looked like he had been in a fight. Turns out, he has a disease we still don't know what it is. But it causes his spleen to swell. He's going to be on steroids for the rest of his life now. Other then that, he's doing great and acting just like any other cat.
So, take your kitten to the vet a.s.a.p. so they can figure out what it is and give him medicine if needed.
If you think there is reason for concern, there probably is a reason. Just to ease your mind, you should take the kitten to the vet. Even if there is nothing wrong, at least you will know for sure and you can rest easy knowing kitty is OK, or at least treated for what is probably a minor thing if attended to right away.
the worms could be inside.get him to the vet all it takes is one little dose of medication and he will be fine.it is most likely worms
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