Nelson is having seizures and other problems - please help!

[brookesphynx]

Originally Posted by otto

NO words of advice, just sympathy and the conviction that Nelson couldn't be in better hands.

I feel your dismay that he has passed this on, and it will continue to be passed on, but won't try to turn Nelson's thread into a thread against the evils of BYB.

I know you will give him the best care possible and love him to pieces for however long he has, and let him go when he's ready. Is this a common disorder for this breed?

Thanks, Otto. Believe me when I say, I wholeheartedly share your sentiment about BYB's...all 4 of my cats are rescues and I'm involved in national Sphynx rescue so I see way too often the ill effects of backyard breeding.

Yes, unfortunately, HCM is very common among this breed. Reputable breeders scan their cats yearly for it...

 

[sharky]

lots of them

 

[okie89]

So sorry... I hope his tests go well!

Keep up the cheer! If for nothing else, for Nelson!

We're all here for you!

Okie

 

[carolina]

Hi Brooke,
I just heard the results of the test... I am so sorry....

 

[darlili]

I'm so sorry to read this - but Nelson couldn't be more loved or in a better home.