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My mother-in-law has a cat who is about 16 yrs old, and I think he's pretty sick, but I'm not sure. She says the vet thinks he is still doing ok, so they aren't ready to put him down yet. He is blind in one eye and has lost a lot of weight. He eats a lot, but hasn't gained much weight. He is taking thyroid medicine and an antibiotic. He's long hair so he's matted and can't clean himself very well. He's pretty mangy.
Yet he's still alert and can jump up on the couch, and purrs when you pet him. He still loves to sit with her and loves the attention. He doesn't appear to be in any pain.
Should I suggest that she start thinking about putting him down? Or should I try to give him a bath and shave him a little so he's easier to clean?
Any other advice would be appreciated. Thanks.
Yet he's still alert and can jump up on the couch, and purrs when you pet him. He still loves to sit with her and loves the attention. He doesn't appear to be in any pain.
Should I suggest that she start thinking about putting him down? Or should I try to give him a bath and shave him a little so he's easier to clean?
Any other advice would be appreciated. Thanks.