Hey everybody!
So my after my last post about Dennis, I took him to the vet clinic.
RE:
http://www.thecatsite.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=222986
While we talked about my problems, and he wandered around the office rubbing his face on EVERYTHING he decided that the sink needed to get some Dennis on it- and he sprayed right there and then!! We laughed and the vet tried to get a urine sample out of the sink( but she didnt know if it was enough to do an analysis) (and said that he was being very frisky)
She gave him a good thorough exam.
I got his blood tested for FeLv/Fiv- NEGATIVE
and NO heartworms!
She declared that he may have a slight case of URI consdiering the sneezing. But his Lungs and Heart are in good form.
Considering the vet thinks he is very hormonal- I got his Pre-OP bloodwork done and he has an appointment for next week to get Neutered.
Hopefully that will subdue the spraying
She didn't suggest any medication. When I suggested L-Lysine she said it was worth a try.
So after all that he got his FVRCP booster vaccine and Purevax Rabies vaccine today - and a dose of Profender de-wormer.
I have a case of Profender to apply in two weeks from now.
I haven't done any reading about it so far but the vet said it covers tapeworms too.
Now that Ive done some reading, Im wondering if he really needs the 2nd dose of profender in 2 weeks? he doesnt seem to have any crazy reactions to it ( he does try and lick the spot and scratch a little, but it since it had dried he kind of stopped)
I'm just worried about any adverse effects.
He has already had one dose of advantage.
Should I be worried about Profender?
One thing I did want to mention that was the Orchidectomy ( Netuering) Procedure Estimate has a Metacam Injection (24hr pain relief) on the list of fees.
I was told in the last thread that Metacam was not safe for cats? Can I ask what the risk factors are- If there are any pain releif alternatives-
I feel bad because he will be in pain? But I dont like the sound of dangerous medications that aren't necessary.
Also- What are some good ways of getting his light case of URI under control in a holistic manner?
How should I treat him with L-Lysine and in what dosages? Should I mix it in with his wet food?
What does chicken broth do in terms of healing?
Is colloidal silver a proven remedy for URI in cats? RE: http://www.holisticat.com/uri.html ( Im not sure how much of this i trust?)
"Prevention ( of URI)
A raw diet is the best prevention as it helps build a strong immune system. Common sense precautions in the event of exposure are a must of course. If you have a cattery or a large multi-cat household, you might want to keep the feline URI 30C nosode on hand. Exposed cats can also get 1 dropper of Colloidal Silver, 1 Nettle capsule, and 250mg Lysine daily for a few days to keep them from getting sick."
I cant think of any more questions as ive been distracted by a streaching kitty in a fort i must go attend to now
So my after my last post about Dennis, I took him to the vet clinic.
RE:
http://www.thecatsite.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=222986
While we talked about my problems, and he wandered around the office rubbing his face on EVERYTHING he decided that the sink needed to get some Dennis on it- and he sprayed right there and then!! We laughed and the vet tried to get a urine sample out of the sink( but she didnt know if it was enough to do an analysis) (and said that he was being very frisky)
She gave him a good thorough exam.
I got his blood tested for FeLv/Fiv- NEGATIVE
and NO heartworms!
She declared that he may have a slight case of URI consdiering the sneezing. But his Lungs and Heart are in good form.
Considering the vet thinks he is very hormonal- I got his Pre-OP bloodwork done and he has an appointment for next week to get Neutered.
Hopefully that will subdue the spraying
She didn't suggest any medication. When I suggested L-Lysine she said it was worth a try.
So after all that he got his FVRCP booster vaccine and Purevax Rabies vaccine today - and a dose of Profender de-wormer.
I have a case of Profender to apply in two weeks from now.
I haven't done any reading about it so far but the vet said it covers tapeworms too.
Now that Ive done some reading, Im wondering if he really needs the 2nd dose of profender in 2 weeks? he doesnt seem to have any crazy reactions to it ( he does try and lick the spot and scratch a little, but it since it had dried he kind of stopped)
I'm just worried about any adverse effects.
He has already had one dose of advantage.
Should I be worried about Profender?
One thing I did want to mention that was the Orchidectomy ( Netuering) Procedure Estimate has a Metacam Injection (24hr pain relief) on the list of fees.
I was told in the last thread that Metacam was not safe for cats? Can I ask what the risk factors are- If there are any pain releif alternatives-
I feel bad because he will be in pain? But I dont like the sound of dangerous medications that aren't necessary.
Also- What are some good ways of getting his light case of URI under control in a holistic manner?
How should I treat him with L-Lysine and in what dosages? Should I mix it in with his wet food?
What does chicken broth do in terms of healing?
Is colloidal silver a proven remedy for URI in cats? RE: http://www.holisticat.com/uri.html ( Im not sure how much of this i trust?)
"Prevention ( of URI)
A raw diet is the best prevention as it helps build a strong immune system. Common sense precautions in the event of exposure are a must of course. If you have a cattery or a large multi-cat household, you might want to keep the feline URI 30C nosode on hand. Exposed cats can also get 1 dropper of Colloidal Silver, 1 Nettle capsule, and 250mg Lysine daily for a few days to keep them from getting sick."
I cant think of any more questions as ive been distracted by a streaching kitty in a fort i must go attend to now