Hi. I have rescued cats in the past and the cat I am asking about is a 17 -18 yr. old rescue named BJ who is a sweetheart. He was diagnosed in Jan. with Hyperthyroidism and put on Methimazole 2 times a day.. Blood work was abnormal for thyroid still two weeks later in Jan. Feb. blood work was normal range for all organs. Told vet the meds were affecting his appetite and they said he had lost 1/4 of a pound in a month. Now in March blood work is way off with heart, kidney, thyroid and one of the vet said she thought it might be cancer. He is hungry but turns his nose up to food and when he gets the med his whole attitude changes. No appetite and lays around. He is hungry. He still jumps normally with no problem. Walking is normal, but he will not eat. He comes and lays on my lap and purrs and rubs my face. He is skinny from not eating. I can't seem to get it through to the vet that he is hungry. If I take him to another vet it will be the same I am afraid or I will be charged with animal neglect. I have watched to see if he seems to be suffering. He will he a little if I cream it and cats treats at time. What do I do?? I am at a loss! He is like my kid and no one will listen. I did start feeding him with a syringe but that is not a life for an animal. If you know of anything please let me know.
Thank you.
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