Jake- Very sick

Big Hugs! To you and Jake from Mischka & Linx

Is he on prednisone? Hairloss can be a side affect of high doses of steroids. It could also be another symptom of an auto immune disorder. I would inform your vet.
As far as the feet go- adding some epsom salts or chlorhexidine (Hibitane) soap to the water would add an anti-bacterial. If you can get him in the soak long enough you shouldn't have to pick at his feet to much as the debris will soften. I would also make the bath as warm as he will tolerate (not scalding but warm-hot) as this will increase circulation to the toes and promote healing.

Please feel better soon, little Jake! Love from Sierra and me.

Ok I got real aggressive in cleaning Jake's toes today. I stood with him and soaked his feet in epsom salts and very warm water for about 20 minutes. The water was filthy with old dried puss and stuff. And a couple of his claws just slid out, detached. Then I took him out and swaddled him tight in two towels and craddled him on his back like a baby. I cleaned his ear and eye well and put antibiotic ointment on them. Then I pulled one paw out at a time and started picking at his toes and cleaning them. Oh man, you wouldn't believe the puss I got out. It was gross but at least I felt like I was doing something good. I squirted the antiseptic wash in and around each toe and cleaned them really well again with Q-Tips. Then I applied antibiotic ointment.

Tomorrow I'm picking up some stuff called Transfer Factor. It's a naturalpathic thing that is supposed to be good for just about everything and especially auto-immune disorders. And it's safe for Cats. If it doesn't work, I can get all my money refunded. Someone on this site referred me to this stuff and when I checked into it I found out they are located right here in Salt Lake. So when I called they said I could just pick it up if I wanted!

Ok I have to go get my laundry. If I forgot anything I'll add later. LOL.

Oh, how difficult this must be for you both. You are continuously in my thoughts and prayers, Jake and Tammy.

It sounds gross but I can imagine it must have been very satisfying for you to have really got his feet clean. And I am sure he felt better for it. Good luck with the new meds.

Thanks for the update. I have beening wondering how Jake has been doing.
Wishing for the best.

Did the agressive tow washing help? What about the new homeopathic remedy, did it work?

Oh the poor sweet boy!!! hugs to you, and kitty kisses to Jake. Be strong for him, he does need you!! Has the vet said what this is that he has?? It just looks so darn painfull!! Hope he is up and about very soon.
Maria

Originally Posted by DragonLady

Did the agressive tow washing help? What about the new homeopathic remedy, did it work?

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The toe washing seems to have helped a little. At least he seemed to be walking better.

It's too early to tell with the homeopathic remedies. I just started them yesterday. We'll see. I told the company that if it does work I know a lot of breeders and a lot of cat people that will be giving them a call!

Teresa, I have some newer pictures that are not plesant to look at. In fact I didn't even share them in the regular forum here because I don't want to upset people. But I didn't want to send them to John either and make him upset.

I still got my fingers crossed and sending tons of *Healing Vibes* for poor Jake!

I just found this thread and OMG poor Jake! Poor Tammy! Sending loads of hugs to you both from me and headbumps and purrs from the whole gang here.

Day 3 (full days) of homeopathic treatment. Well although it is slow, I think there is SOME progress. The sore on Jake's nose has healed and his nose and the bridge are no longer pussy. Ears, eye and paws seem about the same, or maybe slightly improved. He is drinking more water and is out and about around the condo much more then he was. He also seems much more interested in his surroundings (and the other cats) then he has been in a month. He has not lost anymore big clumps of fur since I started him on the new treatment. He's a brave boy and is taking it all very well. He remains the sweet little lover boy he always has been, even though he's been very uncomfortable.

Keep those paws crossed and those thoughts and prayers going strong. Please.

This is so wonderful, Tammy! Thank you for this very positive report! Jake, I sure am praying for you, little boy, and I just know you will be all better very soon! As difficult as this is for you, Tammy, you're doing a spendid job!

still sending prayers and hugs!

That's really good to hear! Keeping the good health vibes going out to Jake.

Keep it going! You are doing amazingly well and I am pleased the news is so good. We are all rooting for you and little Jake.

It's good to hear he's finally making progress. What kind of homeopathic treatment are you using?

Oh poor Jake - I just saw this thread. I'm glad to hear that he's doing better and send lots of positive vibes for his continued recovery

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Oh poor Jake - I just saw this thread. I'm glad to hear that he's doing better and send lots of positive vibes for his continued recovery

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I'm using this stuff called Transfer Factor. It's derrived from Bovine colostrum and has other natural things in it. T.F. is supposed to balance the immune system so it is good for an over active or underactive immune system. The folks there are so helpful and nice. They've gone out of their way to help.

I'm also using flaxseed oil and gape seed. It was also suggested he go to a raw diet but that is not realistic right now. I don't think he'd eat it and he needs nutrition so the second best is switching to a strictly wet food diet of high quality wet cat food. Jake won't eat anything but cat food. Now Peaches... she'll eat anything and I have to shut her in my room when I eat!

If anyone knows of any other homeopathic remedies especially for skin and hair I'd love to hear. No immune system boosters please! Jake's problem is that his immune system is over active.