I have a male cat, 4yo, slightly overweight. He blocked once 3 months ago, and again 2 days ago. Pulled catheter out and he reblocked in an hour.
They are now strongly recommending the penil urethrostomy but I have real concerns - it seems so drastic. Is it really the best way to go? I realized he blocked so soon after the catheter - but perhaps a high-water diet and weight loss could still turn him around? (His diet was changed to dry acidic C/D after the 1st episode.)
SURGERY IS SCHEDULED FOR TOMORROW. I've already agreed but, as I said, am having 2nd thoughts. Please reply ASAP if you have experience and advice, pro or con. Thanks in advance!!!!
Paul
They are now strongly recommending the penil urethrostomy but I have real concerns - it seems so drastic. Is it really the best way to go? I realized he blocked so soon after the catheter - but perhaps a high-water diet and weight loss could still turn him around? (His diet was changed to dry acidic C/D after the 1st episode.)
SURGERY IS SCHEDULED FOR TOMORROW. I've already agreed but, as I said, am having 2nd thoughts. Please reply ASAP if you have experience and advice, pro or con. Thanks in advance!!!!
Paul