We came back to Columbus on Sunday and I got an early a.m. appointment today with the vet. Our cat stopped eating on Thursday, and has had very little since then and has lost a pound. The vet could find nothing in the physical exam and recommended some tests--blood, urine, etc. We've been through this before with 2 other cats, and know that not only are the tests expensive, but that more medications will follow and usually something uncomfortable for the cat or the owners. I decided against the "panel" and requested an appetite stimulant and rehydration. I went to the store and bought some "people" food she might like--tuna and salmon--and cooked her a little chicken. At this point, anything she will eat is OK.
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sounds like a norman bruce death panel...
I don't know who Norman is, but yes, pet owners need to make these tough decisions after hearing all the medical advice and the "we just don't know" outcomes.
I totally agree with you, Norma. No torturing pets with medical measures they won't understand just to give us a little more time with them. It's selfish. I hope your sweet kitty eats some of the people food and sticks around for a while, but if that isn't to be, let her passing be gentle.
I hope your cat gets over its dyspepsia soon. You made the right choice.
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