Re: CS>for cat with liver problems?"

2005-08-06 Thread Ode Coyote
A cat will become very friendly and purr a lot for several weeks, even months before it dies. It's the cats way of saying how much it appreciates you and "goodby". Cats may not know what death 'is', but they always seem to know that they won't be 'here' much longer. Ode At 03:52 PM 8/3/2005 -050

RE: CS>for cat with liver problems?"

2005-08-03 Thread Wendy
ryone, I really appreciate your input. Wendy -Original Message- From: sol [mailto:sol...@sweetwaterhsa.com] Sent: August 3, 2005 6:22 PM To: silver-list@eskimo.com Subject: Re: CS>for cat with liver problems?" I have read that cats can purr from pain--purring is not solely a pleasure r

Re: CS>for cat with liver problems?"

2005-08-03 Thread David W Kenney
Is the cat obese/fat? Hepatic Lipidosis is a common cause of what you are observing. Also, cancer is a possibility. Rarely things like bile duct obstruction as well. I'd supplement with methionine, inositol, choline and msm if possible. Give plenty of fluids (Normosol/Lactated Ringers). SQ if po

Re: CS>for cat with liver problems?"

2005-08-03 Thread sol
I have read that cats can purr from pain--purring is not solely a pleasure response. This cat needs to see a vet immediately. Any liquid you can get into the cat in the meantime would probably be a good idea. Dehydration is very serious, and as Jean said, so is the yellow eyes. Please do not wa