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Hello. I am a heart broken mess. My cat, Cash is a 14 year old rescue. He had PU surgery back in 2008. Before surgery I had at least 3 ER visits to unblock him. Vet told me about PU and did it. Cash recovery was a little ruff, but it was successful. About a year later we would sometimes have another vet visit to unblock him. I would say almost once every 1 to 2 years. Fast forward to a week ago. I noticed he was dribbling on the floor and his bladder was not emptying. A sign it was time for an unblocking. To the ER we went, this time the Vet told me that she couldn't cath him. She told me his urethra appeared to be closing due to scarring.
Went to my primary vet 2 days later. Explained the situation. Ran blood and urine tests. All came back normal and other then the bladder issue he was healthy. She referred me to a surgeon for a PU reconstruction surgery. Now I love this cat more then words can say. I was in debt for years just in vet bills. 10k later and your telling me I have to do this again!? I want whats best for him. Putting my own selfish want to keep him alive forever, I do want him to be comfortable and happy. That being said what do I do? I fear I do the surgery and the outcome is worse.
I would love to hear from anyone who has done the surgery twice. What was the outcome and how is your cats way of life?
Facts to consider:
- 14 years old. Active, otherwise healthy cat.
- Eats Royal Canin SO can cat food only.
- Funds are limited. Max I could spend is $3500.
- Indoor only cat.
Please give me any advice... I will greatly appreciate your time!
Went to my primary vet 2 days later. Explained the situation. Ran blood and urine tests. All came back normal and other then the bladder issue he was healthy. She referred me to a surgeon for a PU reconstruction surgery. Now I love this cat more then words can say. I was in debt for years just in vet bills. 10k later and your telling me I have to do this again!? I want whats best for him. Putting my own selfish want to keep him alive forever, I do want him to be comfortable and happy. That being said what do I do? I fear I do the surgery and the outcome is worse.
I would love to hear from anyone who has done the surgery twice. What was the outcome and how is your cats way of life?
Facts to consider:
- 14 years old. Active, otherwise healthy cat.
- Eats Royal Canin SO can cat food only.
- Funds are limited. Max I could spend is $3500.
- Indoor only cat.
Please give me any advice... I will greatly appreciate your time!