Vomiting kitty

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15 February, 2008 at 4:44 am #14787

Camille1012
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How soon should one be concerned about a cat who throws up often? I’ve given her the usual hairball medicine, but she’s still lethargic and not eating much. Anything else I can do before bringing in the vet? I’ve read a tsp. of mineral oil, but how can I get into her?

15 February, 2008 at 4:48 am #168676

artistabobbi TX 1/17
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How long has she been doing the vomiting, and is it a gaging kind, or projectile?

If she is vomiting AND lethargic, I would get her to the vet ASAP.

15 February, 2008 at 4:57 am #168677

Kitten Whisperer in Oregon (8/27)
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Is it possible that your cat has gotten into something she shouldn’t that is making her sick? Is it always hair that’s coming up or food too?

15 February, 2008 at 5:00 am #168678

Buttercup
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If she’s already lethargic I wouldn’t give her the mineral oil or anything else,she’s probably dehydrated and that could make things worse by giving her diarrhea too. I agree w/ the others about taking her to see a vet asap.Let us know how she is.

15 February, 2008 at 6:45 pm #168679

CheetahBoysmommy
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Go to the vet RIGHT NOW. So many things can be wrong with your kitty and early intervention may be the only thing that saves her.

15 February, 2008 at 6:52 pm #168680

feral
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I agree with the vet ASAP.

15 February, 2008 at 6:57 pm #168681

2bpurring
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CBM is right..kitty needs to see the vet now…

17 February, 2008 at 3:41 am #168682

Emma
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And please keep us in the loop about this. We’re worried!

Much love,

Emma

17 February, 2008 at 3:32 pm #168683

Cat talk rules
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I agree get her to the vet. I’ve been going through this with my Tessie and she has been a really sick kitty. The sooner you can get her there the better. Tessie is doing good right now, is finally eating good and is up to her usual mischief.

19 February, 2008 at 1:10 am #168684

Camille1012
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I need my TDK friends right now, and I’m grateful for all your replies and concern.

I took Peebee to the vet and the blood tests show she has acute kidney failure. Her weight has dropped from 6.7 lbs. to 4.6 lbs. and the symptoms are lethargy, no appetite, vomiting. They are starting a subcutaneous hydration treatment tomorrow to see if she can be turned around. If so, she will have a special diet.

I’ve cried so much, holding my precious tiny bundle of fluff to my heart. I don’t want her to suffer. I’ve had the pleasure of her fuzzy company for 19 years and maybe it’s time for her to wait for me on the other side. pray that my decisions are the right ones. Thank you for caring.

19 February, 2008 at 1:12 am #168685

amylou
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I will be thinking about your precious Peebee. So glad you got her to the vet quickly so that maybe there is a chance to turn it around. Keep us posted and best of luck to you and your baby.

19 February, 2008 at 1:19 am #168686

Buttercup
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I’m sorry to hear this Camille,sometimes the hydration works though. I kept one of my kitties going for almost a year after he had complete renal failure. Prayers for you and Peebee,let us know how you’re doing.

19 February, 2008 at 1:35 am #168687

CATerriD
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Camille, I’m so sorry! My Neko did well for over 2 years with twice daily hydration, but she was much younger. She also didn’t mind the treatments too much. Nobody but you knows if Peebee is the type to put up with the treatment. If the cure is worse than the desease, you’ll know. Whatever you decide, we’re here for you. {{{HUGS}}}

19 February, 2008 at 2:06 am #168688

artistabobbi TX 1/17
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So sorry Camille. You will know what to do when the time comes. Sending positive energy for you and the little one that things go as they should with as little suffering as possible.

Peace, hugs and purrs.

19 February, 2008 at 2:06 am #168689

paulajeanne
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Hoping that PeeBee has a turnaround. Hugs to the both of you.

19 February, 2008 at 2:20 am #168690

Karenopa
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Camille..It sounds like you’ve had a wonderful 19 yrs. with Peebee. The incredible pain you’re experiencing reflects that close friendship you’ve shared for all those years.I’m praying she does a turn around, and also praying for your strength in making difficult choices need it be. {{{hugs}}}

19 February, 2008 at 2:42 am #168691

Kitten Whisperer in Oregon (8/27)
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It is so hard to see our furry babies suffering. I hope the treament PeeBee is receiving relieves her discomfort. The TDK family is here for you. Check in whenever you can. {{hugs}}

19 February, 2008 at 3:39 am #168692

feral
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I send Prayers for your PeeBee. And I’m sending strength for you Camille. Just hold her close. You’ll make the right decision when you need to. {{{HUGS}}}

20 February, 2008 at 3:53 am #168693

Emma
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Find out what the vet says, and listen very carefully. One vet recommended that I put my Daisy down when she exhibited the same symptoms. I had her hydrated, took her home, and took her back to the vet the next morning to help her cross the Bridge. I should have said goodbye the first day.

A friend of mine had the same thing happen, and the cat did make a turnaround and lived 4 more years.

Just listen to what the vet suggests, and make the decision based on a professional, and your own heart. You will do the right thing.

21 February, 2008 at 2:00 am #168694

Camille1012
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Emma, thank you so much for what you said. I’ve been agonizing about this whole hydration thing. Peebee had her 1st treatment on 2-19 and didn’t seem much improved. She wouldn’t eat, just a sip of water now and then, very lethargic. The vet has her scheduled for another treatment tomorrow and all of next week, too. He seems to want to give her this chance.

Today (2-20) I spent all day with her and she was so wobbly and feeble since she hadn’t eaten in 3 days, and between crying jags, I felt that tomorrow might be the day for her to go to Heaven. Well, the little darling began to nibble on her special diet food and even took a microscopic bite of chicken. Now she’s napping peacefully. So I will bring her for her treatment tomorrow and see what the weekend brings.

It is so hard to know what to do….It hurts me more to see her so pitiful; more than it will hurt to miss her after she’s gone. She has always been a needy kitty. Our other cat has bullied her since they were kittens and she was taken away from her mother too soon. My kids are all grown and she is definitely “my” cat. I think I’ll know when the time is right for her to cross the Bridge.

Thank you so much for your comment.
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