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Richard Member  Posts: 23 |
posted 01-04-2004 08:50 PM
 
My cat, about a 1 1/2 yr. old non spayed female, has not been acting herself all day. She is not interested in her food (Very, Very Abnormal for her), she just sits in with her head downward. No eye contact. I found a little spot of urine on the floor, and another in the bathroom and caught her in the attempted act. I put her into her litterbox (which I had just cleaned), and she tried, but did not go. At first I thought she was mad at me because I doused her with some water because she was hassling my other cat (as she very often does), I then yelled at her and locked her in the basement. This incidence occurred the day before this abnormal behavior. I thought this was somehow related, but I don't think so anymore. I think she's sick. Her sides do not feel hard to me BTW. Any ythoughts? IP: Logged |
nern Moderator Posts: 1591 |
posted 01-04-2004 09:00 PM
quote: Sounds like she might have a urinary tract infection. IP: Logged |
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fleafly Member Posts: 996 |
posted 01-04-2004 09:42 PM
I agree with nern. I think a vet trip is in order. IP: Logged |
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Chessmind Member Posts: 701 |
posted 01-04-2004 10:48 PM
I also agree with Nern and Fleafly. She may have a UTI. Also, you may want to get her spayed, for many reasons. One of which is that after she is spayed you will notice that she may calm down a bit and be a lot 'mellower.'
quote: I want to say in the kindest and less offensive way as possible that you were a bit harsh on your kitty. I think you'll see a lot of behavioral improvements in her if you get her spayed and if not we are all here to help you with your kitty. If you keep doing the same forms of punishment and it's not working, that means something else should be tried. Something that is effective, yet not harsh or mean in anyway, that will affect your kitty in a positive manner. That way, you are both happy. Keep us posted on your kitty. IP: Logged |
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Richard Member Posts: 23 |
posted 01-04-2004 11:59 PM
Yes, I agree, but, she really got me mad the other day. She was terrorizing one of the other cats and just being an absolutely relentless pest (as usual) as I was cooking FOOD on the stove. (I was thinking she had a worm). She is like "the terminator" when it comes to food, or was until this. Point duely noted on the spaying. She was a stray that someone gave me. I have had her for a couple of months now and really am not totally sold on keeping her because she bothers my male (neutered!) cat. But she is very, very affectionate towards me, sleeping on my chest with her nose tucked under my chin, I haven't been able to get rid of her. Anyway, that's why I've held off on the spaying. I am in school full time and while bogged down with that, my cash is very, very tight. To top that off, I found another stray cat (about 5 months old), very thin out in the field while walking one of my dogs, and it followed me all through the trails, so--I HAD to take her in too. She is well behaved. Anyway, yes, I was rather severe with her. I I did feel bad, but she is absolutely non stop with the above mentioned behavior. She is still just sitting/laying around. I just made food and she never budged. I will probably go to the vet tomorrow with her. I will keep this thread updated. Thanks all for your help. IP: Logged |
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MaryNH Member Posts: 240 |
posted 01-05-2004 07:00 AM
please also keep in mind that every heat this cat goes into brings her one step closer to developing pyrometria and mammory cancer....so spaying her is a plus and if you do decide to rehome her being already spayed will make her more adoptable IP: Logged |
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Samsintentions Member Posts: 944 |
posted 01-05-2004 09:44 AM
Sounds like a definate case of UTI. Also when female cats come into "heat" they will often attack or bother male cats, neutered or not, inorder to attract them to her "needs". Definately spay her. I understand about the $$ issues, I too have that problem at the moment. BUt most all vets will work out a payment plan with you. Or you can contact your local Shelter or SPCA and they often have free spay and neuter clinics as well as vaccinations if you apply, and not to sound rude or anything, but I think you do. I'm in college as well and suffer from the No-cash syndrome. But my dogs and kitty come 1st to me and I'd rather go with out eating myself for a week than to let them go with out one meal or a vet visit. IP: Logged |
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Richard Member Posts: 23 |
posted 01-05-2004 12:26 PM
Took cat to vet. She got antibiotic shot and antibiotic drops for me to give her(Clavamox). We are trying to keep the treatment conservative as far as cash goes. If she doesn't pick up by Thurs, then I can have some tests run if I want. Vet mentioned possible respitory infection. Cat is also dehydrated somewhat. I tryed to drp some water into her mouth, but she had that mouth locked like a safe. Will try again later, besides, she needs her medicine tonight. [This message has been edited by Richard (edited 01-05-2004).] IP: Logged |
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Chessmind Member Posts: 701 |
posted 01-05-2004 01:04 PM
Thanks for taking her to the vet. I'm not sure how great Clavomax tastes to cats, but when Handsome was taking Amoxicillin I would just put it on top of his soft food. He loves the taste! That way, I didn't have to force him to drink it (much easier for him and for me). Although, I'm not sure if your kitty is eating. Do your best with giving her water and if all else fails, the vet can give her an injection behind her neck for fluids. I think that's around $25-$40. Also, Sams post about the free spay at your local animal hospital was a good idea. Might want to check into that. Keep us posted. [This message has been edited by Chessmind (edited 01-05-2004).] IP: Logged |
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Richard Member Posts: 23 |
posted 01-05-2004 01:30 PM
Thanks for all the input! I did call the Michigan Humane Society and they do have some sort of a program like that. I need to gather bills and W2s. If I get my W2's from this year, it will be more advantageous as I am working contingent while I'm in nursing school. I guess I should stop taking in strays, but I'm a sucker for that sort of thing. I must say, I still visit the shelters, and if I find a cool beagle. . . . IP: Logged |
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Richard Member Posts: 23 |
posted 01-06-2004 07:03 AM
The cat responded the 1'st night after she got the antibiotic injection (last night). Today she is doing even a little better. She's on the way back to being her usual vocal self. And she was climbing up my leg to get at the food I had too. I think she'll be ok. Thanks for the feedback. IP: Logged |
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Caitlyn Member Posts: 84 |
posted 01-06-2004 07:07 AM
Glad to hear your cat is on the road to recovery! IP: Logged |
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Richard Member Posts: 23 |
posted 01-09-2004 12:51 PM
The cat is basically back to normal (I think that's good). Here are some a pics I took today. http://pictures.care2.com/view/2/125735765 http://pictures.care2.com/view/2/703627391 [This message has been edited by Richard (edited 01-09-2004).] IP: Logged |
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karen1951 New Member  Posts: 9 |
posted 01-09-2004 08:48 PM
Hi Richard, Most animals will perk up a bit after an antibiotic shot from the vet. It is very important to continue giving the Clavamox for the prescribed period of time. We have been treating my cat, BT, for several months for his UTI. We are on the 4th different antibiotic right now. Each one seemed to make him feel better, but didn't get rid of the infection. Sometimes these infections will only respond to certain classes of antibiotics. Keep a close eye on her for a while, even after the medicine is gone. IP: Logged |
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Richard Member Posts: 23 |
posted 01-09-2004 10:28 PM
Thanks, I appreciate that info. IP: Logged |
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