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Oh my goodness, he's gorgeous! How do you know he's abandoned and not simply lost? Have you checked whether he's neutered and chipped? If introductions went OK, would you keep him? Some info on introductions and hierarchies here: http://www.catchat.org/hierarchies.html" onclick="window.ope...

Out of hours, our vet practice still forwards to a duty vet so it's worthy trying. However, I think a cat's digestion is pretty quick.

What antibiotic is it and what is it for?

Just want to say that I'm thinking of Binky, and you and your mother. It's so hard when our pets are ill.

Morty_1, how is Tilly today?

jillyvillyvoo, how lovely that you adopted an FIV+ cat! Regarding Convenia, a cat's health condition would be different each time, so I don't know if you could assume that if they had Convenia once and were OK then they will be fine another time. All of our cats are happy to take antibiotic tablets ...

jillyvillyvoo, if your cat needs antibiotics and you're able to pill them, then there's no need to risk a long-lasting antibiotic which stays in the cat system and could cause a very serious - even fatal - reaction. Here are two sites which explain the potential issues: http://catinfo.org/?link=conv...

If she requires an antibiotic, make sure it's in tablet form, not a long-lasting injection which can have very serious side effects.

I disagree and would take her to the vets today. It sounds like she may have an infection of some kind. Cats can go downhill very quickly and it's better to take her in today than over the weekend when you'll have to pay emergency rates. Also, a cat can't go very long without eating without damaging...

Do you happen to know which long-lasting antibiotic the vet gave your cat?

Is she eating now?

100% agree with Meriad!

That cattery looks and sounds very good. If it were me, I'd choose that over allowing her outside 24 hours a day while I was gone. Then you can relax and enjoy your holiday.

Personally, I wouldn't be comfortable with a stranger staying in my house. That's just me - not very trusting! So I would opt for a cattery or professional cat sitter. If you choose a cat sitter, I would make sure they visit at least twice a day, lock Sofina in at night (since she is normally in at ...

Have you tried Somerset and Dorset Animal Rescue in Wincanton? Do you mean fostering with a view to adopting? Otherwise, if the cat you're fostering gets adopted by someone else then it could be very sad for your girls. I think some rescues allow you to adopt with the provision that they'll take the...

Thank you for caring about this cat. Please try Animal Accident Rescue Unit in Nottingham on 01159 321 555.

Teddy was pooing in the tray and weeing on carpet.

How many trays do you have? I'd suggest having at least 3.

Have you every tried Meowing Heads wet cat food? It's really high in meat content, smells fantastic and all of our cats love it whereas they don't like most other foods.

If they snuggle up together, I think they'd miss each other. It's good that you're having Thomas checked by the vet. When we adopted Teddy and got him neutered, he sprayed only twice but did wee a few times on the carpet. He didn't like the Catsan litter the others were using, so adding 2 trays of S...

Also, London Cat Rescue based in London N8 are very helpful.
Tel: 07828 898319

You're right Mark, I guess it can't be that.

Our Flo and Rosie (sisters) both have hyperthyroidism. Flo was losing weight and drinking lots of water. Rosie hadn't lost weight but was drinking lots of water. Neither had an elevated heart rate or any other symptoms. Both were eating a lot, though, unlike Kylie. Hugs to you and Kylie. It's so dif...

Has Kylie been tested for hyperthyroidism? She's that age and diarrhea is one of the symptoms.

I don't read all the threads, so apologies if I've missed this somewhere.

We only add about 1/4 teaspoon at every meal, enough to help but not be detected.

I hope Kylie eats today!

Hi Mark, I'm really sorry Kylie isn't well. Have you ever tried Protexin Pro-Kolin Enterogenic? Our latest adoptee has loose stools unless we include a very small amount with every meal: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Protexin-Pro-Kolin-Enterogenic-Sachets-Total/dp/B004HJT4HK" onclick="window.ope...

We have two 18 year old girls, Rosie and Flo. They were both diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and then CKD about two years ago for which they're receiving treatment. They both have arthritis and take Yumove Cat for that which has really made a big difference. They sleep a lot, but still enjoy mealtime...

We're in exactly the same situation with Timmy. He's very fluffy and (unlike our other cats) hates being groomed. So we didn't persevere and now he's matted in the same place. Today we're going to try the suggestions in the "best answer" below and if that doesn't work then take him to the ...

Percy is lucky to have you!

I haven't had a diabetic cat myself, but these two sites look helpful:

http://www.sugarpet.net/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

http://www.catinfo.org/?link=felinediabetes" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Ragdolls are often kept as indoor cats aren't they? So the ragdoll rescues might be fine with that. I'd look for a cat that's has always been an indoor cat and is happy with that.

How lovely that you've decided to rescue. :) Here's Cat Chat's list of UK pedigree rescues: http://www.catchat.org/adoption/pedigree.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Some of the general ones may have ragdolls, and there are 6 ragdoll specific rescues listed toward the bo...

I'm really sorry to hear about Milo's diagnosis. It's great that he's still himself, eating and enjoying life, and they can offer treatment. I don't know anything about this condition, but I'm sure others on here will.

Best wishes for the scan. Please do let us know how Milo is.