It is currently 12:58 New York City time and about an hour ago, my 2 and a half year old cat ingested string. She is a very small cat and I found her on the street corner, dirty and starving and about 4 1/2 weeks old, (vet's estimate) She has done this before with wrapping ribbon and after watching her cry and not eat, I noticed it exiting from her anus and took her to the vet who had to pull it out manuelly.
But this string is very strong. It is about 14-20 inches long and it is from a pastry box. Very strong, expecially considering its size. I remember the vet's warning about it cutting up the intenstines and I am very worried about her.
Presently, I am keeping a close eye on her. Is there a vet in the house? Do I need to take her to an emergency cat hospital or should I give her a day or two to pass naturally?
She is presently eating normally and playing. Should I offer her some treats/canned food in the hopes that it will bunch up and pass more easily or should I remove her food? Why does it always seem to happen when my vet is closed?
Any help?
But this string is very strong. It is about 14-20 inches long and it is from a pastry box. Very strong, expecially considering its size. I remember the vet's warning about it cutting up the intenstines and I am very worried about her.
Presently, I am keeping a close eye on her. Is there a vet in the house? Do I need to take her to an emergency cat hospital or should I give her a day or two to pass naturally?
She is presently eating normally and playing. Should I offer her some treats/canned food in the hopes that it will bunch up and pass more easily or should I remove her food? Why does it always seem to happen when my vet is closed?
Any help?