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Thanks for asking everyone it's actually Sleeves and Nismo that have had diarhhea, not just Sleeves. They both still have it
I don't know what to do. The vet gave us Hills prescription wet food and dry food last sat, they didnt like the wet but I was putting it out anyway.
When it ran out (on Thurs I think) I switched back to whiskers (which they have eaten since day 1). Now because they are both still producing almost liquid like poop, we have put them on dry only. They are not happy but I don't know what else to do.
Nismo did an almost normal poop one day during the week and I was so happy but it was shortlived.
They are both acting normal, Nismo may be drinking a little more than usual, but then again, she might not, we may just be imagining it.
She was at the vet on Friday for her boosters and microchip and I explained to the vet they were both still ill and she said we just had to wait for it to pass through them.
However, if I had diarhhea for a week and a half I wouldn't be just 'accepting' it.
I really don't know what to do guys Im just so relieved that they are not lethargic. Their coats are still shiny and they are still acting the same.
It's starting to really concern me though.

I think that your concern is justified.
It's odd that both babies have diarrhea.

Have you tried the homemade bland diet to settle their digestive systems.
Boiled chicken, a small amount of well cooked white rice mashed together in the chicken broth....no spices of any kind.
Plain non-fat yogurt is an option too.

What ever was supposed to pass through their systems must have done so by now?

You mentioned earlier that you have some concerns about the competence of your current vet...
I would say that if this continues I would get a second opinion ASAP.

I think I'd look for a second opinion too. hope they get better soon.

I hadn't thought about that Lei but thankyou for the suggestion I will definately try it.
I was concerned about the vet but it was a new one we saw on Friday (new as in we hadnt seen her at that surgery yet) and she was so sweet she was making such a fuss of Nismo and seemed a lot more competant than the other 2 we had seen.
I think tomorrow I will call the other reputable surgery in our area and ask what they would suggest. I just know that we are looking at sending away sampled etc and thats going to cost, but then their health is paramount to us so we will make do.

I would try the bland diet...
it's possible that their digestive tract has become irritated and just needs a chance to heal.
If you have questions...please don't hesitate to call the last vet you saw.
Be a pest if necessary....
It's ok...
we will be there with you in spirit.

I'm sending tons of {{{firm stools}}} vibes to Sleeves & Nismo! The bladn diet might be a good idea...or else you can try canned pumpkin or plain yogurt, like Lei said. to your babies & you!

Aw Lauren - poor babies!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

If the first vet didn't get a poop sample to send anywhere for testing or to check for parasites (which should be done even though the possibility is remote), this really needs to be done.

Also, I wouldn't be surprised if they're drinking more water. Dehydration is a danger when there's diarrhea - let alone prolonged diarrhea. Make sure lots of water is available to them. You may even want to try to give them some watered down pedialyte. Or mix water in with their wet food.

I really would get a second opinion. And if there's any way you can take samples of their poop with you (I know it sounds disgusting, but it really is important), you should.

Diarrhea is often very acidic, which is why it would be painful.

I can't imagine what is doing this? I assume you drink the same water they do? So it can't be giardia or anything like that.

It seems maybe the prescription food worked? I wonder if whiskers changed the food formula - and it's something in that that is bothering their tummies?

Go for the second opinion and get the poop tested - whether at the first vet or the second, that doesn't matter. If you end up liking the "2nd opinion" vet better, and you had the poop tested at the first vet, just have them fax copies of the report over to the new vet.



Poor babies!



Laurie

I'm sorry to hear about your babies problems. I'm curious though, about when you say "we hadnt seen her at that surgery yet." Forgive me for my stupidity. I'm guessing it's just language difference? Is it like when we say we haven't taken them to that veternarian yet or that clinic yet? Not important.... just curious. So did the first vet run any tests or take a fecal sample? I think I would definately be taking them to a different vet. This is just getting to be too long to have runny poop. Poor babies. Anyway... sending vibes your way and hoping they are feeling better soon.

I know I just found this thread - yesterday? But I've been worried about your babies. Any news?

Laurie

Originally Posted by mzjazz2u

I'm sorry to hear about your babies problems. I'm curious though, about when you say "we hadnt seen her at that surgery yet." Forgive me for my stupidity. I'm guessing it's just language difference? Is it like when we say we haven't taken them to that veternarian yet or that clinic yet? Not important.... just curious.

So did the first vet run any tests or take a fecal sample? I think I would definately be taking them to a different vet. This is just getting to be too long to have runny poop. Poor babies. Anyway... sending vibes your way and hoping they are feeling better soon.

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Sorry
Yes I meant I hadn't met with this particular vet yet. I have been a few times and we have been treated by a different vet each time. (we moved house in October and had to change surgeries).
I have been on the phone to several different vets now. Im tearing my hair out
We have been on dry food only since the weekend and although we have had no 'normal poops' there were none at all for a day or so, so I thought - yes this is it, we're getting better, then I came in from work to a messy litter tray again.
Nismo can't get enough water. Mark was filling up our fish tank and a bucket of water was on the floor and she was even drinking that
I would say its not as bad as it was at first but the fact that neither of them have done a solid poop for 2 weeks is deeply concerning.
Tomorrow I am going to take them to the vet again. Ive never had to deal with this before and I just don't know what to do for the best.
They are both playing and being themselves as normal so I just don't understand it
I don't get why the vet on Friday when Nismo was getting her shots, didn't think it was concerning enough to ask for samples? Aaargh I just wish I could make them better

Poor, poor babies!

Like I pointed out before, the diarrhea can often lead to dehydration, which is why they need so much water. Pedialyte will really help with the dehydration - I think they make an unflavored version. Just add a little bit to water you put down for them.

Laurie

If you are going to the vet who did not ask for samples on Fri...
I would risk alienating him by letting him know how frustrated and scared you are.
2 weeks is a long time.

Make a list of what you have done for them,
how long you did it,
and the result.
Keep a journal of their meals, the times that they ate, pooped, pee etc so that you know exactly what they are doing.
It very easy to get confused when you are scared.
This will help you feel more in control and have real info when you see your vet.

I would also put them both back on the bland diet and keep them on it until they have had normal poops for a few days.
Talk to you vet about this....
You and your babies will be in my thoughts.

Boy, I sure hope you can get all this straightened out soon. What a nightmare. Poor woman... you just really need some answers.

We have an appointment for 1.30pm tomorrow.
I feel really uneasy. I explained to the receptionist what the problem was and how long this had been going on and I asked for an appointment tomorrow (neither of us can get off work today ) and she made me one, then was about to hang up and I said 'should I bring a sample?' and she said 'yeah you could do'. I thought what help is that?
I am going to call the other vet that has a good reputation and ask for their opinion. If I like it more, we are going there.
Im so upset and frustrated. If this were our old surgery in our old town we would have got to the bottom of this long before now

Many, many Health and Healing }}}VIBES{{{ to your babies and many and calming }}}VIBES{{{ to you

Thats it, we've registered with a new vet and Ive cancelled my appointment!!
I just called and asked what they would do with 2 cats who had diarhhea for 2 weeks and she said they would have asked for a sample the first time we called!
She was so helpful and I feel so much relief that someone has actually taken an interest! I wish Id never wasted so much time with the other surgery!!!!!

Well done, hope you get a satisfactory answer from this vet and that Sleeves and Nismo recover soon

Originally Posted by Pombina

Thats it, we've registered with a new vet and Ive cancelled my appointment!!
I just called and asked what they would do with 2 cats who had diarhhea for 2 weeks and she said they would have asked for a sample the first time we called!
She was so helpful and I feel so much relief that someone has actually taken an interest! I wish Id never wasted so much time with the other surgery!!!!!

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I hope your sweeties start feeling good soon.

Lauren, I'm just now seeing this. Sending major vibes that your sweet babies feel better soon.