Unwell Cat - Need advice from cat owners please.

icedbullet said:
Thanks for all the posts guys, I appreciate the input.

I took Bella to the Vet's earlier and after all the prodding, poking, and putting thermometers where thermometers were not supposed to go :eek: she was declared fit and healthy.

She was however prescribed Koagel to help settle her stomach and an antiworming tablet to give once she has fully recovered.

Now I just have to wait for Bella to forgive me for the thermometer incident...she is very wary of me at the moment. I don't blame her LOL.
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In summary, would it be a fair to say that original vet was correct in what he suggested?
 
icedbullet said:
Hey all

I know this is a tech forum but I have seen some pet threads in GD before so I'm hoping some experienced pet owners will see this.

Our beloved family pet Bella is having some issues with her health. Shes around 10-11 months old, she has been spayed and vaccinated/microchipped. She was found outside our house when she was 6 weeks old where she almost died from dehydration due to diarrhoea.

She is suffering from diarrhoea and retching vomiting (a thick, rough looking paste). We have also noticed that clear liquid is leaking from her anal passage and it seems inflamed.

I have contacted the vet and have been advised to starve Bella for 24 hours, then to slowly introduce bland foods such as boiled chicken, boiled white fish, rice etc, slowly back into her diet. The vet believes this to be colitis possibly due to an overactive digestive system or triggered by something she's eaten outside.

The thing is I feel she needs a trip to the vet as its my understanding that colitis is inflammation of the bowel/intestines most likely caused by a pathogen, the vet doesn't agree at the moment and believes she is ok to stay at home for now. Bella's behavior is fine, apart from when she's using the litter tray, she is playful, bright and lively. She is a little miffed about not getting to eat though, shes been starved since 9pm last night and has only been allowed to drink water.

Has anyone else experienced something like this with their cat? I'd really appreciate any tips on how to keep her comfortable and what to expect if her condition deteriorates. Should I contact another vet for a second opinion?
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Take your cat to the vets asap!
 
^TANK^ said:
Take your cat to the vets asap!
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The Vet did state that there was no need.
The OP then sought the opinion of another vet. When the cat was taken to the vet, it turned out that the original vet (who said there was no need for a vet visit), was correct.
 
sunama said:
In summary, would it be a fair to say that original vet was correct in what he suggested?
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Yeah the original vet was correct, but now I've learnt that like human doctors it never hurts to get a 2nd opinion. At least now my mind is at ease...except for when I have to give Bella her Kaogel drops from a syringe...I get clawed up good LOL.

bledd. said:
It may be obvious, but don't give it milk.
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Yeah I never give my cats milk, the Lactose isn't good for their stomach.
 
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