i have never had a cat go through dental work, but it’s looking like my orange lady is going to have to next month. Her teeth aren’t terrible, but at 12 years old, she’s suffering some issues.
Her blood work is perfectly normal, except for a slightly elevated kidney function. The vet said that it could be early kidney disease or it could even be caused by the dental issue. Either way, it’s easily handled with more fluids.
I’m afraid of a few things. She only eats kibble. She will not touch wet foods. I’m so terrified that her back teeth will be pulled and suddenly she’s without a food option. The vet didn’t seemed concerned, simply saying that many cats adapt and will continue to eat dry until they day they die.
The other thing that I’m worried about is death during surgery. My cousin’s normally healthy dog died during a routine dental cleaning a few weeks ago. Now I’m super paranoid. Hariette’s exam was perfect except for her weight loss. We’re working on bulking her up at the moment, so she can be her best at surgery time.
Can someone ease my worries about all of this? I’m hoping to make the appointment next week, but I keep dragging my feet.
Her blood work is perfectly normal, except for a slightly elevated kidney function. The vet said that it could be early kidney disease or it could even be caused by the dental issue. Either way, it’s easily handled with more fluids.
I’m afraid of a few things. She only eats kibble. She will not touch wet foods. I’m so terrified that her back teeth will be pulled and suddenly she’s without a food option. The vet didn’t seemed concerned, simply saying that many cats adapt and will continue to eat dry until they day they die.
The other thing that I’m worried about is death during surgery. My cousin’s normally healthy dog died during a routine dental cleaning a few weeks ago. Now I’m super paranoid. Hariette’s exam was perfect except for her weight loss. We’re working on bulking her up at the moment, so she can be her best at surgery time.
Can someone ease my worries about all of this? I’m hoping to make the appointment next week, but I keep dragging my feet.