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Is there cat aspirin?

post #1 of 13
8/16/05 at 12:55pm
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I am getting ready to take Sammy to the vet, (as I posted in another post, he is limping and lethargic) Is there such a thing as kitty aspirins they might give me? I sense that mostly he needs some kind of pain killer and anti inflammatory. I dont' think it's broken cause he does put some weight on his leg, and he isn't howling in pain.
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post #2 of 13
8/16/05 at 12:57pm
Only give aspirin to a cat under the supervision of a vet. It can be toxic.
Let of know what your vet this the problem is. Good Luck
Lei
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post #3 of 13
8/16/05 at 12:58pm
You are already doing the right thing by taking your baby to the Vet. Let them look at him and determine the problem. They will then provide you with the appropriate meds. whether it's painkillers/anti-inflammatories, etc.

Plenty of huggs and kisses to your baby!
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post #4 of 13
8/16/05 at 1:01pm
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Originally Posted by Hell603
You are already doing the right thing by taking your baby to the Vet. Let them look at him and determine the problem. They will then provide you with the appropriate meds. whether it's painkillers/anti-inflammatories, etc.

Plenty of huggs and kisses to your baby!
Thanks,I am worried, but I know it will be ok.

The only good of this, is anyone who has read my posts, I have struggled with keeping him indoors, he has never adjusted. But this is slowing him down and maybe hopefully this will make the adjustment a good thing to him!
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post #5 of 13
8/16/05 at 1:09pm
It would only be baby aspirin, regular adult strength can kill a cat your vet will steer you in the right direction-
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post #6 of 13
8/16/05 at 1:12pm
I have only ever heard of a vet recommending baby aspirin for cats (and rabbits for that matter) but under vERY close supervision. The phrase "do not do this at home" comes to mind. The vet will be able to tell you what pain reliever is appropriate for your cat and his or her condition - cats tend to need high levels of narcotics so certain other meds are used when they need good pain relief. It all depends on the cat's medical history and what s.he is diagnoised with.
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post #7 of 13
8/16/05 at 1:33pm
I like and use Torbutol for pain when the cats need it ... but again, your vet is the best guide here.

Marge, I was thinking about limiting Sammy's activity levels which the vet may also suggest that you do ... with kittens (and their parents) being such a large part of my own home, there are indeed times when I must confine them for this or that reason. When these times happen, I find that an extra-large dog crate is perfect. You can place a small litter box as well as hang food and water dishes, you can put a comfy cat bed and toys in with but it very effectively limits the amount of space the cat has to ambulate. I have two at the moment and am thinking of purchasing a third. I got the ones I have at Wal-Mart for about $50 - $60 I think. They are easy to handle, lightweight and easy to port around if you need to. It might be a solution for you to consider.

Best of luck with your little Sammy. I sincerely hope this is something easy to treat and quick to heal.

Yours from the heart,

~gf~
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post #8 of 13
8/16/05 at 1:44pm
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Originally Posted by gayef
I like and use Torbutol for pain when the cats need it ... but again, your vet is the best guide here.

Marge, I was thinking about limiting Sammy's activity levels which the vet may also suggest that you do ... with kittens (and their parents) being such a large part of my own home, there are indeed times when I must confine them for this or that reason. When these times happen, I find that an extra-large dog crate is perfect. You can place a small litter box as well as hang food and water dishes, you can put a comfy cat bed and toys in with but it very effectively limits the amount of space the cat has to ambulate. I have two at the moment and am thinking of purchasing a third. I got the ones I have at Wal-Mart for about $50 - $60 I think. They are easy to handle, lightweight and easy to port around if you need to. It might be a solution for you to consider.

Best of luck with your little Sammy. I sincerely hope this is something easy to treat and quick to heal.

Yours from the heart,

~gf~
Thanks, it's not hard to confine him, he doesn't seem interested in going anywhere.

Well we leave in about an hour so I will let you know what they say.
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post #9 of 13
8/16/05 at 4:45pm
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I just got back from the vet, Sammy has a 104 fever! I was in shock. He got a shot of antibiotics and I have more to give him, of course he didn't limp at the vets but since he was so nervous that might be why (he was tense etc) The vet said that maybe he was sick all along and that made his joints painful and thus the limp.

We are going to see if that works, otherwise I have to bring him back for further tests. I am afraid it might be more, but pray with me we can heal him.
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post #10 of 13
8/16/05 at 4:56pm
On no Marge...it is a good thing that you got him to your vets so quickly. You must be very worried. You've got my prayers that your beloved Sammy will recover quickly & that will be the end of this problem.
Lei
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post #11 of 13
8/16/05 at 4:57pm
what happen to his leg?
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post #12 of 13
8/16/05 at 4:59pm
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Originally Posted by CrAzYbAsH
what happen to his leg?
I don'tknow, it was so bizarre he didn't limp at the vets and was jumping etc.
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post #13 of 13
8/16/05 at 5:01pm
Oh Marge I am so sorry I know how worried you must be. I will be keeping you both in my prayers. Please keep us updated.
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