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It was, which is why I need to talk to that vet who did the surgery. I need to know what anesthesia it was. She'd been spayed 1 - 2 months prior, so it was an injectible anesthesia used 2x within 2 months on a 12 year old - which didn't help any. So that is a big concern of mine. She came through her spay no problem, but the hernia repair was a problem. It was also with a vet who.....sometimes isn't the best surgeon (had I known at the time - I wouldn't have done surgeries with him).Originally Posted by Breellablue
It is a very hard, very personal decision. I must ask, was her hernia surgery trouble from the anesthesia? it has been my experience when animals, even humans, have past problems with anesthesia it can crop up later.
You've hit a few of my thoughts on the head - I'm wondering if she's not so cranky because her teeth hurt. I know part of it is her personality - but she's abnormally touchy lately. I'm concerned about kidney issues - given her age, it wouldn't be a far leap to say she has kidney issues to some extent. I'm willing to do surgery depending on the health factor, what the bloodwork reveals.Originally Posted by stephanietx
You certainly face a tough decision. I, too, think the dental would be the way I'd go, especially if she's healthy otherwise (heart strong, bloodwork good, no kidney issues, and etc). Is there a way you can make a makeshift "isolation room" for her in the enclosure for her to recuperate in for a few days after the treatment? Then, after she's up to par, you can release her back with the other kitties. Of course, you know you kitties, and know if this would work or not, but thought I'd throw that out there as a consideration.
I'm also wonder if some of her problems with the other catsare caused because her teeth are bothering her. (Just something to think about.)
I can set her up in a cage in the garage to give her time to recover (or if she's OK - let her loose in the garage), as she's used to being in there, then move her back to the enclosure....but I'm getting ahead of myself there, I'm not even sure if we can do the surgery yet.