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Thanks so much - I have had Boo in his safe room since the incident yesterday. I go in and play with him to try to tire him out, which he loves, but he still sits by the door and cries sometimes. I'm sure it's because I let him out too early and now he's having to get used to being confined...

Hi, everyone - I'm really hoping for some good advice! My 10-year-old cat, Pedro, lost his brother Petey last June; they had been together since they were kittens. After Petey died, he went through a really scary time (not eating, very lethargic, losing his hair, etc.). It took a few weeks to...

Thanks, CatPack - all of your advice makes sense. I had been wondering if a kitten would adapt easier, thinking Pedro wouldn't be as threatened, but I bet an adult with a laid-back personality like Pedro would be great. Hopefully I can find one who's been socialized well in a foster home! When...

Hi, all - I had to have my sweet 9 year old Petey PTS in June (and thank you all again for helping me through such an awful time).  His brother, Pedro (also 9 yrs old) went through a really rough patch for a few weeks...didn't want to eat, and cried a LOT (just like me!), but now he's doing...

I just lost my sweet 9 year old Petey today. It's a long story, but he declined suddenly while at the vet's office, so the euthanasia was done there. I had always thought that whenever the time came for either of my babies, I would have it done at home, but I really didn't have that option...

Thank you all so much - I'm kind of a mess right now, and it helps to hear that I did the right thing. Now I need to focus on Pedro (Petey's brother) because he's wondering what's going on. I need to make sure he stays healthy and okay.

Thank you so much for your kind words - I'm so glad I found this site. Sometimes just a simple note can mean a world of difference. I think I needed to hear from another true cat lover that I did the right thing. All the best to you and yours....

I can't believe I'm writing this, but I lost Petey today. The vet called this afternoon and said he had been taking his feedings well, and that he wanted to keep him for one more night just to be sure he was okay to send home. I went to see him about 5:30, and they showed me how to feed him...

Petey came through surgery fine today; I went to see him and he was drugged up, but okay. Looks so small and pitiful! They were able to feed him once through the e-tube and he kept it down, so that's good. He should be coming home tomorrow, and then I'll start feeding him here...I'm so glad to...

The vet said his breathing issue was in his sinuses, not his lungs, so he didn't seem too worried about that piece. You make a good point about the weakened state - that's why we're in this situation to begin with! What do you suggest about preparing a place for him back at home, with my other...

I just got back from the vet; he is putting in a feeding tube today, and hopefully Petey can come home tomorrow and I can start feeding him here. I know there is risk for any surgery, and he is weak right now, but I am thinking positively. The vet did tell me two things that helped tremendously...

Oh, I am so sorry to hear about your sweet cat! That is so sad, and so terrifying that it happened so fast. I have the same fears - I trust my vet to know best, and then I see stories like yours that are so upsetting. Prayers and healing thoughts for you and your family. Please don't beat...

Thank you - me too! I can't believe after all the reading I've done on this site (I barely slept last night), that it hasn't been done yet.  I am leaving now to go meet with him…hoping and praying for the best.

I just went to see Petey this morning, and he was not any better than last night. Wheezing softly, not eating and curled up in his cage at the hospital. I said I wanted to talk to his vet, and was told he was out for a family emergency. So I asked to talk to another vet who has seen him. A few...

I don't see any replies to your post - what happened to Tutty? Is he ok now?

I know they said they're giving him something for his liver; I'll ask tomorrow if it's denamarin. How long did your kitty have a feeding tube before he started feeling better? I can't stand to see mine so miserable!  It's breaking my heart.

Please do whatever you can to get your cat to eat. He has to have food in him, or he can get seriously ill. My cat Petey was acting similarly 2 weeks ago (except he also had a bit of sneezing and watery eyes). He was eating less than usual and hiding under the bed, and not snuggly like he...

Thanks, Denice - I'm concerned that the vaccination was a factor, too. I'm inexperienced with this, and the vet seemed so matter-of-fact that it was no big deal, so I didn't question it. I asked about a feeding tube today, but they seemed to think that was a last resort measure (but I was...

Hi, everyone - I just left my vet, visiting Petey who is hospitalized there, and sat in the parking lot in tears. Then I found this site when I Googled the disease on my phone, and read through a thread from a few years ago. I'm hoping to get some advice (and comfort) from other cat lovers here...