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    Stomatitis

    Hi all! My Lilly has stomatitis. She has had 2 PME’s. She has another flare up and is scheduled to have 2 canines removed in February. She got a steroid shot today. I’m overwhelmed and stressed. Are there other medications/diets I should try to decrease the flare ups? I was told about Zyrtec...
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    Weaning and litter training

    Hi everyone! I have four - 1 mth old kittens. I'm in the process of weaning and I have a few questions. First, is it okay to warm up  the KMR? I have the liquid version of it. Also, when do I start giving them water? Thanks!
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    I need help! Inappropriate Elimination...

    Several weeks ago my cat was diagnosed with CRF. A urinalysis was done and it showed a lot of blood and bacteria. A culture could not be done because there wasn't enough urine to test. She was started on Clavamox and took it several days at the vet. When I got her home she stopped eating and I...
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    My Baby could use some prayers

    Last Wednesday Baby was throwing up and not acting like herself so I took her to the vet. The vet listened to her and said that she has 'loud lung sounds' indicating fluid on her lungs. Her heart rate was also 200. Baby had labs drawn, xrays, urinalysis, and thyroid test. Her labs came back...
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    Diarrhea

    Hello. My cat has had diarrhea for the past couple of days. Should I be concerned?? Thanks!!! ETA: Diet has not been changed. No changes in routine. Should I get her checked out?
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    My angel, Hallie 1995-2010

    My baby girl was put to sleep yesterday. She was diagnosed with CRF in February 2009. She got really bad recently and there was nothing else that could be done. She was so strong. She fought so hard and although she didn't like it, she laid while my dad and I gave her fluids. She was my first...
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    Need help ASAP - peeing/pooing outside of litter box

    I have read the thread regarding peeing outside of the litterbox and the other threads other members have posted, yet I still need help! I have a 15 year old who was diagnosed with CRF 2 years ago. She is peeing and pooing outside of the litterbox in one area in the kitchen. I bought a new...
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    Dizziness

    Has anyone else suffered from dizziness? I started getting dizzy when I was 5 years old. I was hospitalized then and had numerous tests done (CT, MRI). Everything came back negative. When I get dizzy I also get very nauseous, vomit, and have to go to the bathroom. My eyes also hurt really bad...
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    A Dickens of a Cat

    Has anyone ever read this book? Its compiled of true stories of cats. It's a wonderful book. It will have you laughing and crying. It would be a wonderful gift for those who love cats (secret santa gift maybe). You can buy it at Amazon.com.
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    Low Phosphorus, Gluten free

    Does anyone know of a low phosphorus, gluten free food? It looks like EVO is one I could use but is a bit pricey. I'm also looking at AvoDerm and Blue Buffalo.
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    Retching

    My cat has been retching for a while now and I have no idea why. Sometimes she will vomit, but lately its just retching. Does anyone have any idea why she is doing this? I'm taking her in on Tuesday for a dental and I'll ask the vet then.
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    Please don't drink and drive

    A dear friend of mine was involved in a car accident early this am. He hit a tractor trailer head on and another car was involved. He has internal injuries and he is on life support. He isn't responding and the Dr. is saying to take it hour by hour. I would appreciate it if you could say a...
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    Persistent Nausea

    Hi everyone. I've had nausea since last Monday evening. I went to the Urgent Care Center and they gave me a shot of phenergan (anti-nausea medication). It did nothing when it usually helps. I have phenergan tablets that I've been taking and they aren't working. I went to my family Dr. and he...
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    Fancy Feast

    Anyone here feed there kitties Fancy Feast? I'm thinking of starting my diabetic cat on it. They have low carb, high protein, no grain flavors. The carbs I calculated on one can is 5 carbs, which is pretty good. Here are the ingredients and the guaranteed analysis: Meat by-products, beef...
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    Diabetic diet

    My vet put Callie on dry m/d food. I'm reading that its better that they eat wet and not dry. For those of you who have diabetic kitties, what are yours eating? Should I keep her on the dry or change it to wet? I looked at the nutrient contents and the percentages are about the same.
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    Its been a bad week

    It started with Monday. Callie had been drinking and peeing a lot so I knew something was up. Turns out she has diabetes. She's been doing really good and letting me give her her insulin shots. She's such a fighter and a survivor! Yesterday I noticed that Hallie wasn't being herself and drinking...
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    Feeling guilty

    Several years ago one of my cats became ill and I didn't realize it. Looking back I realize that I should have picked up on things that I didn't. He would lay in the closet all of the time. I just thought that it was a new hideout for him. I eventually took him to the hospital because I was...
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    What are your favorite childhood sitcoms

    What are some of your favorite childhood sitcoms? I loved watching, and still do, The Brady Bunch, I Dream of Jeanie, Bewitched, Gilligan's Island, The Addams Family, and I'm sure there are others. How about you? I forgot to include Lassie. I'm sure I'll be adding more.
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    Pedi-paws

    Has anyone used this product? My dog has to have his nails trimmed monthly and his duclaws tend to curl. I'm not sure if it will work with the curling. Just wanted to hear your thoughts. Thanks.
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    Favorite American Idol

    Who has been your favorite American Idol? Mine is definitely Carrie Underwood.
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