That reminds me of a kitty I had years ago; Clancey seemed absolutely normal, except for vomiting once or twice a day. A trip to the vet and a prescription later, the vomiting all but stopped. It's been almost 25 years, so I don't remember the particulars, but I believe it had something to do with an imflamation of his stomach lining that was causing the vomiting. He lived for years after that.She's so active, but then she'll turn around & vomit
I agree with Duchess.... we WILL all be here for you if your need us. Having taken in abandoned and ferals all my life (but finally had to stop)....I have been through this more times than you want to know. And....would not have made it through painful times without support of people like the people on this forum.Originally Posted by Duchess15
Whatever your decision is, we will all be here for you. She will let you know if something is wrong. You are both in my thoughts. It is difficult to really know the depth of a problem when they are still showing interest in life one minute and then sick the next. Keep us posted please. I know you must be feeling agony at not having anyone being able to give you any kind of definitive answer at the vet. Sometimes I wonder what good they are if they can't even help you.
Yes, I can see where you are coming from. Sometimes you have to wonder if the vet really has your animal's best interest at heart or just taking the easy way out. I also believe she will tell you when she is ready. It has happened to us one too many times, but they have a way of telling you. If you have a bad gut feeling of so many vets telling you one thing and you don't agree, don't let them make you feel like you HAVE to do it. Listen to the only person (or rather kitty) that can truly tell you how she's feeling.Originally Posted by white cat lover
This vet has not been able to come up with a definitive diagnosis as of yet. He is preparing, researching, contacting other vets for advice, etc. I have the utmost confidence in him....he is genuinely upset that he has not been able to tell me what is wrong as of yet.
The euthanisia issue, I've just had so many vets, like actual praciticing, "I trust my pets life in your hands", vets....tell me that I should really consider euthanizing her. I always fear this vet, who I have such high regards for, will tell me that it might really be time to consider euthanizing her. I totally freak out when anyone tells me I should really euthanize her.
Does that make any sense?
It makes purr-fect sense. You have known Damita for 7yrs, that is a considerable purr-centage of your life, I would freak out too.Originally Posted by white cat lover
This vet has not been able to come up with a definitive diagnosis as of yet. He is preparing, researching, contacting other vets for advice, etc. I have the utmost confidence in him....he is genuinely upset that he has not been able to tell me what is wrong as of yet.
The euthanisia issue, I've just had so many vets, like actual praciticing, "I trust my pets life in your hands", vets....tell me that I should really consider euthanizing her. I always fear this vet, who I have such high regards for, will tell me that it might really be time to consider euthanizing her. I totally freak out when anyone tells me I should really euthanize her.
Does that make any sense?
Originally Posted by Duchess15
Remember vets are there for guidance and knowledge, but that doesn't mean they are always correct in their judgements.