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On Sun, 28 Sep 2003 12:46:17 -0600, m. L. Briggs
wrote: 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? I would take her in, check her for worms, have bloodowrk done, and ask about diet information. I don't want to scare you, but I picked up a stray 3 years ago after he was hit by a car. He had broken jaw, and lost an eye, but he was healing well. He was very underweight, a walking skeleton. He was eating well and started to gain wait, then suddenly got sick. Vomiting and diarhea. The vet wormed him, gave him extra vitamins, and gave me some special food to help him, but after 3 days, he died. We don't know the exact cause, but regardless of what actually made him sick, he was already so underweight that he nothing left to rely on. A healthy animal can handle some diarhea and get well, but an animal that is already sick, can be at high risk. So, at the very least, rule out any diseases and worms, and see if you can put some weight on the cat. I have to admit, I am a bit biased. My first cat died at age 19 and was a very hard keeper. I worked hard to get her to eat (she was very finicky with very little appetite). And the stray cat was already so light (8 months, under 6 lbs, and longer than my 9lb cat). I made it a serious business to keep weight on my older cat who is currently 17 years old. He was always a lean cat, never underweight til this past year, but never overweight either. I noticed him losing weight thie year and experimented with different foods and feeding plans to keep weight on him. I finally found the ideal feeding system for him, and he has been at a good weight ever since. I would say he is plump for him, but not actually overweight. I can still feel his ribs. Anyway, since I have lost two skinny cats, I tend to be very nervous when they lose weight. Especially, when they are older or have some other health issue going on. Meghan & the Zoo Crew Equine and Pet Photography http://www.zoocrewphoto.com |
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On Sun, 28 Sep 2003 12:46:17 -0600, m. L. Briggs
wrote: 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? I would take her in, check her for worms, have bloodowrk done, and ask about diet information. I don't want to scare you, but I picked up a stray 3 years ago after he was hit by a car. He had broken jaw, and lost an eye, but he was healing well. He was very underweight, a walking skeleton. He was eating well and started to gain wait, then suddenly got sick. Vomiting and diarhea. The vet wormed him, gave him extra vitamins, and gave me some special food to help him, but after 3 days, he died. We don't know the exact cause, but regardless of what actually made him sick, he was already so underweight that he nothing left to rely on. A healthy animal can handle some diarhea and get well, but an animal that is already sick, can be at high risk. So, at the very least, rule out any diseases and worms, and see if you can put some weight on the cat. I have to admit, I am a bit biased. My first cat died at age 19 and was a very hard keeper. I worked hard to get her to eat (she was very finicky with very little appetite). And the stray cat was already so light (8 months, under 6 lbs, and longer than my 9lb cat). I made it a serious business to keep weight on my older cat who is currently 17 years old. He was always a lean cat, never underweight til this past year, but never overweight either. I noticed him losing weight thie year and experimented with different foods and feeding plans to keep weight on him. I finally found the ideal feeding system for him, and he has been at a good weight ever since. I would say he is plump for him, but not actually overweight. I can still feel his ribs. Anyway, since I have lost two skinny cats, I tend to be very nervous when they lose weight. Especially, when they are older or have some other health issue going on. Meghan & the Zoo Crew Equine and Pet Photography http://www.zoocrewphoto.com |
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On Sun, 28 Sep 2003 12:46:17 -0600, m. L. Briggs
wrote: 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? I would take her in, check her for worms, have bloodowrk done, and ask about diet information. I don't want to scare you, but I picked up a stray 3 years ago after he was hit by a car. He had broken jaw, and lost an eye, but he was healing well. He was very underweight, a walking skeleton. He was eating well and started to gain wait, then suddenly got sick. Vomiting and diarhea. The vet wormed him, gave him extra vitamins, and gave me some special food to help him, but after 3 days, he died. We don't know the exact cause, but regardless of what actually made him sick, he was already so underweight that he nothing left to rely on. A healthy animal can handle some diarhea and get well, but an animal that is already sick, can be at high risk. So, at the very least, rule out any diseases and worms, and see if you can put some weight on the cat. I have to admit, I am a bit biased. My first cat died at age 19 and was a very hard keeper. I worked hard to get her to eat (she was very finicky with very little appetite). And the stray cat was already so light (8 months, under 6 lbs, and longer than my 9lb cat). I made it a serious business to keep weight on my older cat who is currently 17 years old. He was always a lean cat, never underweight til this past year, but never overweight either. I noticed him losing weight thie year and experimented with different foods and feeding plans to keep weight on him. I finally found the ideal feeding system for him, and he has been at a good weight ever since. I would say he is plump for him, but not actually overweight. I can still feel his ribs. Anyway, since I have lost two skinny cats, I tend to be very nervous when they lose weight. Especially, when they are older or have some other health issue going on. Meghan & the Zoo Crew Equine and Pet Photography http://www.zoocrewphoto.com |
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Cheryl wrote in message ... In , Ollie Burger composed with style: Cheryl wrote in message ... 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. Shamrock. Though now I have a third; Bonnie. She was caught in my trap when I was trapping some of the strays around here for neutering. I couldn't find a place for her and I hated risking her with FeLV but I couldn't release her with the older cats. She was just too small (about 4-6 months). She's vaccinated for FeLV now and I hope that keeps her healthy. The 4 kittens that were born to Carrot shortly after the FeLV outbreak, are all healthy and happy... Sunny, the male (a golden Tabby with a white chin, chest, and sox), is an absolute delite, so I am happy we ended up keeping them. In any case, I suppose the vaccine must be at least somewhat effective. 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 I'm sorry for Butchie... poor lil guy. Shadow was very clingy after Marley passed, too.. even though they never really got along. Give Butchie and Max and the other 7 scritches from me and good luck with Rhuni Poor lil guy? lol When Rhuni is cuddled up next to Behemoth Butchie, she looks like a little kitten :-) But yes, he (along with the others) are getting lotsa extra attention, so they should be feeling secure again before too long... I hope! In any case, give Shadow, Shamrock, and Bonnie, scritches from me... and thanks for your kind thoughts. OB |
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Cheryl wrote in message ... In , Ollie Burger composed with style: Cheryl wrote in message ... 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. Shamrock. Though now I have a third; Bonnie. She was caught in my trap when I was trapping some of the strays around here for neutering. I couldn't find a place for her and I hated risking her with FeLV but I couldn't release her with the older cats. She was just too small (about 4-6 months). She's vaccinated for FeLV now and I hope that keeps her healthy. The 4 kittens that were born to Carrot shortly after the FeLV outbreak, are all healthy and happy... Sunny, the male (a golden Tabby with a white chin, chest, and sox), is an absolute delite, so I am happy we ended up keeping them. In any case, I suppose the vaccine must be at least somewhat effective. 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 I'm sorry for Butchie... poor lil guy. Shadow was very clingy after Marley passed, too.. even though they never really got along. Give Butchie and Max and the other 7 scritches from me and good luck with Rhuni Poor lil guy? lol When Rhuni is cuddled up next to Behemoth Butchie, she looks like a little kitten :-) But yes, he (along with the others) are getting lotsa extra attention, so they should be feeling secure again before too long... I hope! In any case, give Shadow, Shamrock, and Bonnie, scritches from me... and thanks for your kind thoughts. OB |
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Cheryl wrote in message ... In , Ollie Burger composed with style: Cheryl wrote in message ... 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. Shamrock. Though now I have a third; Bonnie. She was caught in my trap when I was trapping some of the strays around here for neutering. I couldn't find a place for her and I hated risking her with FeLV but I couldn't release her with the older cats. She was just too small (about 4-6 months). She's vaccinated for FeLV now and I hope that keeps her healthy. The 4 kittens that were born to Carrot shortly after the FeLV outbreak, are all healthy and happy... Sunny, the male (a golden Tabby with a white chin, chest, and sox), is an absolute delite, so I am happy we ended up keeping them. In any case, I suppose the vaccine must be at least somewhat effective. 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 I'm sorry for Butchie... poor lil guy. Shadow was very clingy after Marley passed, too.. even though they never really got along. Give Butchie and Max and the other 7 scritches from me and good luck with Rhuni Poor lil guy? lol When Rhuni is cuddled up next to Behemoth Butchie, she looks like a little kitten :-) But yes, he (along with the others) are getting lotsa extra attention, so they should be feeling secure again before too long... I hope! In any case, give Shadow, Shamrock, and Bonnie, scritches from me... and thanks for your kind thoughts. OB |
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