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On Sat, 27 Sep 2003 22:35:32 GMT, "Ollie Burger"
wrote: Hi Group, As many of you know, I have 11 indoor cats, well, 10 now. Old Buster (a beautiful tuxedo male) passed away last weekend. He went in for a checkup (he was 16) last Friday, since I noticed he was eating less and had diarrhea. His blood work was normal and his kidneys were functioning fine -- the only thing the Vet was concerned about, was that he was having some trouble breathing. On Saturday I noticed him laying in my computer chair (his favorite place), and later he hopped down and laid down in his other favorite place, the hallway. No more than 5 minutes later I noticed him laying on his side with his mouth open... expired! He was a good ol' boy, and will be missed. Perhaps I'll post a "Buster story" at a later date... he was a lovable ol' character! Now the reason for my post... I am a bit nervous now... I have a little 2 yr old tortie female named Rhuni (roony) who is really petite -- like tiny -- but is really skinny as well. When I noticed the diarrhea in the litterboxes, I assumed it was Buster's, but now I am not so sure it was only his, as I was watching Rhuni do her business the other day and noticed hers was runny as well. She has a great appetite, is active, affectionate, grooms herself, and her fur is nice and shiny. She is just skinny, and has diarrhea. Does anyone have an idea what may be causing this? When asked, the Vet said she probably had a high metabolism (this was before I noticed the diarrhea). I'm not satisfied with this now, in light of buster's unexpected departure, and would like some of your opinions before I take her in. OB Deepest sympathy. It is hard to lose a loved pet. |
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On Sat, 27 Sep 2003 22:35:32 GMT, "Ollie Burger"
wrote: Hi Group, As many of you know, I have 11 indoor cats, well, 10 now. Old Buster (a beautiful tuxedo male) passed away last weekend. He went in for a checkup (he was 16) last Friday, since I noticed he was eating less and had diarrhea. His blood work was normal and his kidneys were functioning fine -- the only thing the Vet was concerned about, was that he was having some trouble breathing. On Saturday I noticed him laying in my computer chair (his favorite place), and later he hopped down and laid down in his other favorite place, the hallway. No more than 5 minutes later I noticed him laying on his side with his mouth open... expired! He was a good ol' boy, and will be missed. Perhaps I'll post a "Buster story" at a later date... he was a lovable ol' character! Now the reason for my post... I am a bit nervous now... I have a little 2 yr old tortie female named Rhuni (roony) who is really petite -- like tiny -- but is really skinny as well. When I noticed the diarrhea in the litterboxes, I assumed it was Buster's, but now I am not so sure it was only his, as I was watching Rhuni do her business the other day and noticed hers was runny as well. She has a great appetite, is active, affectionate, grooms herself, and her fur is nice and shiny. She is just skinny, and has diarrhea. Does anyone have an idea what may be causing this? When asked, the Vet said she probably had a high metabolism (this was before I noticed the diarrhea). I'm not satisfied with this now, in light of buster's unexpected departure, and would like some of your opinions before I take her in. OB Deepest sympathy. It is hard to lose a loved pet. |
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Sherry wrote in message ... I'm so sorry to hear you lost Buster. But what a wonderful way to go. Every cat should be so lucky. He was warm, fed, loved, and in familiar surroundings. But I know you'll miss him terribly. Sherry Thanks Sherry, It's always sad to loose an old friend, but on the other hand, he did live a full life, and passed without much trauma... the way I want to go We all miss him, including his four legged house- mates. OB |
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Sherry wrote in message ... I'm so sorry to hear you lost Buster. But what a wonderful way to go. Every cat should be so lucky. He was warm, fed, loved, and in familiar surroundings. But I know you'll miss him terribly. Sherry Thanks Sherry, It's always sad to loose an old friend, but on the other hand, he did live a full life, and passed without much trauma... the way I want to go We all miss him, including his four legged house- mates. OB |
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Sherry wrote in message ... I'm so sorry to hear you lost Buster. But what a wonderful way to go. Every cat should be so lucky. He was warm, fed, loved, and in familiar surroundings. But I know you'll miss him terribly. Sherry Thanks Sherry, It's always sad to loose an old friend, but on the other hand, he did live a full life, and passed without much trauma... the way I want to go We all miss him, including his four legged house- mates. OB |
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Phil P. wrote in message ... "Ollie Burger" wrote in message ... Hi Group, His blood work was normal and his kidneys were functioning fine -- the only thing the Vet was concerned about, was that he was having some trouble breathing. And what did your vet do about it? Did he x-ray Buster's chest to look for an enlarged heart and fluid in the lungs -- which occurs secondary to heart disease? He did the blood work and a physical exam, then give him a shot of cortizone, and a prescription for Flagyl. He said to watch him over the weekend to see if there was any improvement... On Saturday I noticed him laying in my computer chair (his favorite place), and later he hopped down and laid down in his other favorite place, the hallway. No more than 5 minutes later I noticed him laying on his side with his mouth open... expired! Several possibilities exist for the cause of death. However, due his age and gender, the most plausible explanation (to my mind) is suffocation from pulmonary edema. Diuretics and probably heart medications may have made Buster more comfortable and probably would have extended his life. I assume by pulmonary edema you mean heart attack. This is my gut feeling... Rhuni When asked, the Vet said she probably had a high metabolism (this was before I noticed the diarrhea). I'm not satisfied with this now, in light of buster's unexpected departure, I wouldn't be satisfied with that answer, either. and would like some of your opinions before I take her in. Ollie, you need to find a new vet ASAP. I'm sorry about Buster. Best of luck. Phil. Hi phil, This Vet has been very good up to this point... I'll see what he has to say about Rhuni before I make a deciaion to, say, get another opinion. Your input has been quite helpful though... many thanks. OB |
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Phil P. wrote in message ... "Ollie Burger" wrote in message ... Hi Group, His blood work was normal and his kidneys were functioning fine -- the only thing the Vet was concerned about, was that he was having some trouble breathing. And what did your vet do about it? Did he x-ray Buster's chest to look for an enlarged heart and fluid in the lungs -- which occurs secondary to heart disease? He did the blood work and a physical exam, then give him a shot of cortizone, and a prescription for Flagyl. He said to watch him over the weekend to see if there was any improvement... On Saturday I noticed him laying in my computer chair (his favorite place), and later he hopped down and laid down in his other favorite place, the hallway. No more than 5 minutes later I noticed him laying on his side with his mouth open... expired! Several possibilities exist for the cause of death. However, due his age and gender, the most plausible explanation (to my mind) is suffocation from pulmonary edema. Diuretics and probably heart medications may have made Buster more comfortable and probably would have extended his life. I assume by pulmonary edema you mean heart attack. This is my gut feeling... Rhuni When asked, the Vet said she probably had a high metabolism (this was before I noticed the diarrhea). I'm not satisfied with this now, in light of buster's unexpected departure, I wouldn't be satisfied with that answer, either. and would like some of your opinions before I take her in. Ollie, you need to find a new vet ASAP. I'm sorry about Buster. Best of luck. Phil. Hi phil, This Vet has been very good up to this point... I'll see what he has to say about Rhuni before I make a deciaion to, say, get another opinion. Your input has been quite helpful though... many thanks. OB |
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Phil P. wrote in message ... "Ollie Burger" wrote in message ... Hi Group, His blood work was normal and his kidneys were functioning fine -- the only thing the Vet was concerned about, was that he was having some trouble breathing. And what did your vet do about it? Did he x-ray Buster's chest to look for an enlarged heart and fluid in the lungs -- which occurs secondary to heart disease? He did the blood work and a physical exam, then give him a shot of cortizone, and a prescription for Flagyl. He said to watch him over the weekend to see if there was any improvement... On Saturday I noticed him laying in my computer chair (his favorite place), and later he hopped down and laid down in his other favorite place, the hallway. No more than 5 minutes later I noticed him laying on his side with his mouth open... expired! Several possibilities exist for the cause of death. However, due his age and gender, the most plausible explanation (to my mind) is suffocation from pulmonary edema. Diuretics and probably heart medications may have made Buster more comfortable and probably would have extended his life. I assume by pulmonary edema you mean heart attack. This is my gut feeling... Rhuni When asked, the Vet said she probably had a high metabolism (this was before I noticed the diarrhea). I'm not satisfied with this now, in light of buster's unexpected departure, I wouldn't be satisfied with that answer, either. and would like some of your opinions before I take her in. Ollie, you need to find a new vet ASAP. I'm sorry about Buster. Best of luck. Phil. Hi phil, This Vet has been very good up to this point... I'll see what he has to say about Rhuni before I make a deciaion to, say, get another opinion. Your input has been quite helpful though... many thanks. OB |
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Cheryl wrote in message ... Vet will probably start her on Flagyl so I'd suggest you call the vet back and let them know about the diarrhea. In most cats this will wipe out any microorganisms causing the diarrhea. If not, then you have something more to go on. Oops. As a followup Flagyl is really nasty bitter tasting so if they ask liquid or tablet, definitely get the tablets and put the half tab into a gelcap to keep her from foaming at the mouth and likely either spitting it out or getting sick to her tummy just from that. The Vet gave a prescription for flagyl for Buster's diarrhea, so I have that. I'll see what he has to say after looking her over. I'm wracking my brain trying to remember your other cat's name... arrgh, another senior moment :0) I hope they are both well though... thanks for the input. BTW, Butchie is ovbiously upset regarding Buster... he's been insecure and needy all week - as if he isn't an attention hog in any case - but he's getting lotsa lovin' nonetheless... Butchie and Max are piled up at my feet right now OB |
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Cheryl wrote in message ... Vet will probably start her on Flagyl so I'd suggest you call the vet back and let them know about the diarrhea. In most cats this will wipe out any microorganisms causing the diarrhea. If not, then you have something more to go on. Oops. As a followup Flagyl is really nasty bitter tasting so if they ask liquid or tablet, definitely get the tablets and put the half tab into a gelcap to keep her from foaming at the mouth and likely either spitting it out or getting sick to her tummy just from that. The Vet gave a prescription for flagyl for Buster's diarrhea, so I have that. I'll see what he has to say after looking her over. I'm wracking my brain trying to remember your other cat's name... arrgh, another senior moment :0) I hope they are both well though... thanks for the input. BTW, Butchie is ovbiously upset regarding Buster... he's been insecure and needy all week - as if he isn't an attention hog in any case - but he's getting lotsa lovin' nonetheless... Butchie and Max are piled up at my feet right now OB |
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