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Yes, we tried Gabby on Sulfasalazine when she was first diagnosed with IBD 7 years ago. She didn't tolerate it well (made her vomit) so we had to re-think that plan. I have, however, heard that it is commonly tried with IBD cats because it is supposed to be a very effective antibiotic for...

Metronidazole (aka Flagyl) is a staple in my house, it ranks right on up there with food and litter as a necessity. 2 of my girls have IBD and need to take it on occasion so I keep it handy. I'm not at all surprised your kitty vomited in the car after taking it. I'm guessing it went down on...

I'm scratching my head over this one, honestly.........I've never heard of a vet that doesn't refer to an EC during nights and weekends. This kitten sounds like he has a very severe URI.....not uncommon in tiny ones found abandoned. He can survive.........but not without veterinary care...

Alot of the other foods that we tried were not necessarily high-fiber, but various other foods out there that may be beneficial to her condition. Some of the ones we tried (& either she refused to eat or they aggravated the problem) were Eukanuba Low Residue, the Waltham hypo-allergenic diets...

Well, you've already hit on one of the major drawbacks of Flagyl........the taste! It is very, very bitter and if you don't get it down the cat's throat clean the first time out & they get the slightest taste of it, they will drool, & foam terribly. Also, it is notorious for causing nausea &...

Actually, what you're describing sounds very much like my Gabby's symptoms. Gabby has IBD and was diagnosed 7 years ago. Like your kitty, she had a colonoscopy & it was just a day procedure--she was home that night, albeit a bit groggy. There are several different types of IBD, depending on...

Her symptoms were very non-specific (as is common with pancreatitis in cats).......she was lethargic and wouldn't eat, she just didn't seem like herself. She also had the elevated calcium that one time. She's had it on several occasions and those are the symptoms every time--only occasionally...

Actually, 3 of my kitties had some issues with hypercalcemia about 6 months ago. My vet told me everything yours has about the possible causes of it. Also, she said inflammation can sometimes cause it and since one of my girls had pancreatitis at the time, the vet felt it could be attributed...

Cats sneeze just like people do when there is any kind of inhaled irritant, or allergy. More than likely it's nothing to worry about unless the sneezing continues, and she stops eating or becomes lethargic. Sneezing is a common symptom of an Upper Respiratory Infection (URI) but there...

I can definitely understand this behavior, as my Chandler is that way. Fortunately, I'm not allergic, so I don't have that added worry. I don't have any good advice, though, as to how to get them to not do this. My biggest complaint with Chandler is he thinks my face is a perfect place for...

OMG, you sound just like me! I'm soooooo glad to know I'm not alone ! It's like I start looking for problems that probably aren't even there. Keeps my vets on their toes, I guess . JennyJen--I'm so glad to hear Bailey is doing a little better! Eating is always a step in the right...

Hi All..... I'm wanting to start feeding more wet food. I've got a couple here with health issues that could certainly benefit from the added water and a few overweight ones who could stand to lose a little. With 8 kitties, plus the fact that I work all day, there are various challenges...

Howdy from another Texan! Welcome to TCS....... and since you just got here in August, I should say Welcome to Texas !! I live down in Houston with my crew of 8 kitties. They pretty much run the place and just let me live here .

Hi Debbie.... I have to give Flagyl alot around here with my 2 IBD girls. I've also noticed it causing lethargy in my girls and of course, lack of appetite. I think I've figured out a way to avoid killing their appetite, though--at least to some extent----I give her a bowl of food & wait...

My 7 yr old cat, Chandler, had a cystotomy done back in October to remove calcium oxalate stones from his bladder. It was 4 days after surgery before he had a "normal" flow of urine. During those first 4 days post-op, he spent unbelievable amounts of time in the litter box straining to only...