KatieO Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 OUr beloved 14 year old cat has been under the weather for a couple of weeks- lost a lot of weight, not eating much at all, not using the litter, lethargic and for the last day or so has been giving off a terrible smell. I'm afraid to take him to the vet lest we are advised to put him down which would be traumatic for the entire family. Any advice on what I should do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyndie Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 I'd take him to the vet. It may be something like diabeties or another condition that is causing him physical pain/discomfort but is easily treatable. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 You've got to weigh family trauma to cat's suffering. Take him in, tell the vet you want to do what you can and see what they say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veronica in VA Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 You can ask Soph the vet on the social group section. But I would definitely take your kitty to the vet. I hope he is ok, and you don't have to put him down. But as one who just 2 weeks ago had to put a loved pet to sleep, I can say that sometimes it is best for the pet, even if it doesn't feel best for us. Anyway, I hope it is something simple. Veronica Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rita Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 Is poor kitty in indoor/outdoor cat? He could have been in a fight and have an abscess somewhere which is causing his misery and smell. You probably should take him to the vet. It could be easily treatable....14 isn't that old for a kitty cat! Rita Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomLovesClassics Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 Please take cat to the vet. If you make it clear that you want to do what you can within reasonable cost, etc. they will listen. We went through a lot with our 18 yr. old cat. She died in Jan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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