Before I begin, I have consulted my vet on multiple occasions for this issue. We've tried many medications, to no avail. I have also bought different oils to help calm and relieve my poor cat from this issue. Those and the meds worked..for a couple days.
My cat is having some sort of digestive issue. She hasn't had a solid bowel movement in a long time (has been tested for parasites, negative). And it just sounds painful. I've taken in many stool samples, but they've come back clean. In the last few months she rarely uses the litter box and instead favors blankets, pillows, etc. (Have not changed the litter and have added litter boxes to accommodate).
Behavior-wise, all she does is sleep. I rarely ever see her awake, and when I do it is for a quick bite to eat or bathroom break. She has become very closed off and no longer likes to be picked up (she used to love it when I first got her) and cries hysterically when she is. My other two cats have been chasing and attacking her (nothing fierce, mostly just dominate things I suppose), which they never used to do. Some days she does come out a bit longer, but usually not. She is still super lovey and purrs and loves the attention, as long as she remains on the ground.
I have talked to my vet and he mentioned it could just be stress, so I purchased a calming oil to help out (did not help). She is not fixed, and I asked him if that would help, but he said it may or may not. I also tried a calming digestive oil (did not help).
I clean the area(s) she uses with nature's miracle in hopes of eradicating the smell and her desire to go there.
Medical history:
The 3 cats I have were all diagnosed with calicivirus a few years back (awful. Do not recommend). She did not have it as bad (semi low fever, slight uri), but it caused an ulcer in her eye which had to be operated on. She has had a uti, but other than that has not had anything else seriously wrong with her.
I don't know what else to do. Was hoping someone on here has experienced the same thing and perhaps have some answers?
She is a short hair calico, 7 years old.
My breaking point was an hour ago, when I was in my kitchen and she came down. She was fine and purring, wanting attention, and suddenly a watery bowel movement right on the floor, as if she couldn't even control it. She is now back to her sleeping spot and hasn't moved since.
Her eating and drinking are normal (from what I've seen while I'm home). Any advice will help. Thank you and I'm sorry for such a long post.
My cat is having some sort of digestive issue. She hasn't had a solid bowel movement in a long time (has been tested for parasites, negative). And it just sounds painful. I've taken in many stool samples, but they've come back clean. In the last few months she rarely uses the litter box and instead favors blankets, pillows, etc. (Have not changed the litter and have added litter boxes to accommodate).
Behavior-wise, all she does is sleep. I rarely ever see her awake, and when I do it is for a quick bite to eat or bathroom break. She has become very closed off and no longer likes to be picked up (she used to love it when I first got her) and cries hysterically when she is. My other two cats have been chasing and attacking her (nothing fierce, mostly just dominate things I suppose), which they never used to do. Some days she does come out a bit longer, but usually not. She is still super lovey and purrs and loves the attention, as long as she remains on the ground.
I have talked to my vet and he mentioned it could just be stress, so I purchased a calming oil to help out (did not help). She is not fixed, and I asked him if that would help, but he said it may or may not. I also tried a calming digestive oil (did not help).
I clean the area(s) she uses with nature's miracle in hopes of eradicating the smell and her desire to go there.
Medical history:
The 3 cats I have were all diagnosed with calicivirus a few years back (awful. Do not recommend). She did not have it as bad (semi low fever, slight uri), but it caused an ulcer in her eye which had to be operated on. She has had a uti, but other than that has not had anything else seriously wrong with her.
I don't know what else to do. Was hoping someone on here has experienced the same thing and perhaps have some answers?
She is a short hair calico, 7 years old.
My breaking point was an hour ago, when I was in my kitchen and she came down. She was fine and purring, wanting attention, and suddenly a watery bowel movement right on the floor, as if she couldn't even control it. She is now back to her sleeping spot and hasn't moved since.
Her eating and drinking are normal (from what I've seen while I'm home). Any advice will help. Thank you and I'm sorry for such a long post.
I'll be taking her Thursday and getting that second opinion. I didn't notice but it looks like she's stress licking her fur off. I'm hoping he can get her there sooner than Thursday. Thank you guys! You've all been wonderful.
