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    Exploratory Surgery ~Risks??

    hey thanks gang i would have never guessed that he would eat corn on the cobb and he get himself all blocked up. the chunk was the size of a quarter and thick as a cigarette and the ultrasound could clearly see this obstruction bulging and stuck at one spot. last night we got him to...
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    Exploratory Surgery ~Risks??

    hey all thanks for the loving vibes, this has really helped us keep hope knowing whatever happens we have a shoulder to turn to. i realize now that many of you have lost before and i envy the strength and courage in ya'll to give love and support when its most needed. thank you Sadie- yes the...
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    Should I take my cat to the vet?

    i know it can be tough to see them in pain and altho i do not understand the condition but i can say this. give her some time to heal herself. i would not opt to put to sleep so soon if it were me. fever can also be a good thing meaning the body is fighting the infection..its a natural defense...
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    Glad to be here..Howdy!

    hey thanks all for the warm welcomes. i can already tell this is a new home for us and we are very glad to come aboard. will try to get some pics up very soon. such a loving community
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    Reacurring Pox/ Blister Problem HELP PLEASE!

    yes that reminds me..we did change his litter when this happened to an all natural type with no chemicals. i remember it feeling good to the touch and was wheat based. i hope he is doing better soon.
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    Exploratory Surgery ~Risks??

    he is back in the hospital with a post surgery infection. his temp was a bit over 105 and they said he is close to seeing god..i dont know what that means exactly but i hope he pulls thru. i hope someone might read this and avoid a potential disaster and wanted to share my experience and what...
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    Reacurring Pox/ Blister Problem HELP PLEASE!

    i had somthing similar a few years back with my kitkat and it turned out to be an allergy. the vet thinks he stepped in something that triggered the cracking and swelling. mostly it looked like it affected between the paw prints. but im not sure if this is the same circumstance but let us know...
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    Exploratory Surgery ~Risks??

    Maxcat, Mew2much, Rang27 -hey thanks again for the wonderful support and healing vibes. this site is full of so much love i have never seen such a thing. cheers to all. well we are off to pick him up hopefully in a hour if the doctor says its ok. im just worried him not eating in 2 weeks that...
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    what does your cat go nuts over?

    my arm pit smell...weird i know but he sleeps in my armpit after a hard days work.
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    Exploratory Surgery ~Risks??

    so far so good and i want to thank the fine members of this forum for going the extra mile in giving love and support to my pal KitterKat. turned out to be a wad of corn on the cobb material that lodged itself in the small intestine. So if you suspect a blockage due to obstipation and...
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    Please send positive thoughts for Mukluk.

    the power of love is strong. i am hoping all is well for you and the kitty. i hear cats have an amazing ability to heal themselves. i am looking into some powrful all natural remedys by i think his name is Jansen i will have to ask my girlfriend in the morning. something i toomyself must look...
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    Pancreatitus....~Notes~

    this whole ordeal has open my eyes. this is my first time owning cats and had no clue of the maintenance or what a pica cat was...i knew he like to chew bags and lick them and normally the blinds string is wrapped up. ive learned to keep a keene eye on the pooing and peeing issues. when...
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    Exploratory Surgery ~Risks??

    Moms of 4 & gayef well im hoping all goes smooth and i really appreciate the wonderful folk and support in this community, i am glad to hear your retriever pulled thru well, the place the surgery is being done is at a little vet and all my faith is in them. im in the hole 2600 and most went to...
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    Exploratory Surgery ~Risks??

    mews2much thanks for the extending your heart and im hoping i made the right choice, we briefly discussed the risks and i was told a 50/50 due to allergy to anesthesia or just a necrotic abdomin. im hoping for the best..sighs
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    Exploratory Surgery ~Risks??

    cloud_shade i really appreaciate this response. i got the propofol jotted down and most certainly plan to discuss this option to alleviate any fears. he is a practical type doc so i hope he is up to date. As with the ultra sound, well thats the push i needed to get me to drive back up to the ER...
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    Exploratory Surgery ~Risks??

    anyone know what im facing here, i was hoping to contemplate all aspects of the choice i made today and im hoping for the best. my 6 yr old male cat has an obstruction in his small intestine. the jejunum region is what im told. Last week i though pancreatitus due to his obstipation and violent...
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    Pancreatitus....~Notes~

    Pancreatitus this is a collection of chicken scratch i no longer need, the past 2 weeks i thought and my vet thought my 6 year old male had an acute case...turned out to be not so. But the past few days i learned alot. But i do caution as i found this info from the internet and just a jumble of...
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    Digestive Issues & Heartburn

    i have been doing some research the past week as i thought my cat had pancreatitus but i found out different but i did find some drugs that might work made for felines. i wanted to recommend them to the ER doctor for a treatment plan as he was getting none at the time. i have owned cats for 6...
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    Does he have a hairball?

    chadzgirl i just went thru a similar situation and make sure to watch to see if they are having bowel movements..if they are not having a B.movement then the GItract could be immobile due to an obstruction. hope all is well besides the fact. Buzby thats some good info with the peanut butter...
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    Glad to be here..Howdy!

    Just wanted to give a Nice big hug for all you feline lovers like myself. i would never know what to do without these wonderful creatures of god and everyday i give thanks and appreciation for every moment i can enjoy with my two little guys. i have 2 males one which is an orange tabby and very...
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