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Could be a sarcoma(?). A reaction to a vaccination usually the less expensive kinds some vets use. Our cat is going in Friday to get one removed fom his hip. It feels almond shaped and not attached to muscle. The vet says its a simple removal. Our boy will be home same day. But it is important...

I should be more specific, the product by Royal Canin is hypoallergenic HP and is a prescription product. You have to buy it at the vets office. It addresses many issues related to irritable bowel syndrome but is also easy on the kidneys.

Check out the royal canin hypo allergenic. Our cats loved it and our vet loves it because there are not so many unhealthy by products in the food. It is also easy on the kidneys. Regarding the leg, it could be a touch of arthritis or some other inflammation going on. Lastly, a change of diet can...

Also, cats with renal issues can get a weakness in their legs. Ask your vet about this. Our Wilbur who was pretty agile in his youth is fairly wobbly these days.

Hi kittykat718, Our 17 1/2 year old male was diagnosed with renal insufficiency 2 1/2 years ago. Since then he has been receiving the sub-q fluids 150 ml every other day. He also gets a blood flow stimulant to improve kidney function, an appatite stimulant, cyproheptadine, metronidazole, and...

I have thought about trying another source. We pay 15.00. For a bag of the LRS. It includes a B-12 spike, drip kit and 10 #18 needles. It seems pretty reasonable. What do you pay?

Here is a pix of our Wilbur

Hi Mickeys Mom, Wilbur is not a fan of the omega-3 oil. So we give him a quarter teaspoon orally via syringe. He won't eat his food if we put it on the food. Now Champ on the other hand will lap it out of a spoon. Our vet likes the omega oil for kidney function and other health benefits. I...

Hi Mickeysmom, Sorry for the delay. To answer a couple of your questions from our experience, we have had Wilbur on the cyproheptadine for about two and a half years. We have not seen what I would call an abnormal amount of crying for food. Plus he tends to want frequent small meals. This is...

I'd look for a new vet.

Wow, I hope you hear something soon. I'm no vet but our boy at 15 was diagnosed with renal issues. Very common in older cats. It could also be pancreatitis. Both can be treated and cared for out of the home. The CBC should tell the vet everything they need to know. I am supprised that you...

Mickeys Mom, Ask your vet about cyproheptadine for an appatite stimulant. Wilbur has been on that ever since he was diagnosed with the kidney issues. He is also been on benazepil to increase blood flow around his kidneys. And metronidazole as an antibiotic. Oh and I forgot the generic prepaid...

Hi Mickeys Mom, I am no expert on feline pain but what we have observed with Wilbur is that a pain flair up presents with a low moaning when he tries to use the litter box, drink water and little or no eating. He will also find dark out of the way places to sleep or hide and vomit on an empty...

Mi key's Mom, I actually meant to suggest that you give him a sub-q shot, not delivered at the same time as the fluids, in our case with Wilbur in the scruff of the neck. In fact the vet advised not to give the shots or the insulin at the same time as the fluids because the fluids can dilute...

Mi key's mom, We give our Wilbur sub-q fluids every day. He tolerates it some days better than others. He also has bouts with pancreatitis so he gets the buprenorpfhine too. We found it more effective, and easier to administer with a sub-q injection. Check with your vet if you are comfortable...