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Tonight is an important determinator for my kitty... pls help.?
My cat tested positive for FeLV. Positive on the ELISA and negative on the ISF or whatever that other test is. I sat with her all day at the vet and she ate a TINY bit for me so they let her come home with me tonight to try and get her to eat more. She isn't interested in eating on her own so I am giving her wet Wellness Kitten food on the corners of her mouth every hour or so. She is keeping it down which is FANTASTIC! But... I just don't know if that will be sufficient enough for the vet. The vet has told met that my kitty could end up fighting off her infection (ear) with the strong antibiodics and then be fine as long as she doesn't come into contact with anything else that could make her sick... but Im not aware of how long these turnarounds take place..if she is on track... how long they typically go without eating... any info?
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- Anonymous1 decade agoFavorite Answer
You are an angel!
As long as She eats anything is a sign that she still wishes to live.
Accept her wishes and let nature take it's course.
I not only cried but prayed for my kittens when they got food poising, so I can imagine what you are going through.
- 1 decade ago
FeLV is a very serious virus. If kitty isn't doing well now you may need to make a hard decision tonight...but it IS your decision.
A little bit of eating here and there isn't really enough to sustain your cat for very long. Kitties are very fragile when it comes right down to it.
Also, you must consider the cost of all these antibiotics and vet visits. What can you afford (you don't have to post the answer it's just for you to think about)?
Quality of life is also another big factor. Is she suffering? I'd say so, but for how long? Who knows.
Is she dehydrated too? To check for this, pull her skin up on her back and let it go. If it stays up she is dehydrated. If it goes back down rather quickly she's good to go. If she's dehydrated chances are she's feeling pretty bad right about now. Your vet can give her fluids either under her skin or via IV. This may make her feel better temporarily.
Have you noticed any weight loss? Cats are scent eaters. So the smellier the food the more likely she will be to eat it. Try tuna or salmon with the juice - yuck!!
Anything is possible. She could actually turn around and go on to live several more years. Just think about the factors I've listed and talk with your vet.
Remember, your vet is obligated to tell you ALL the possibilites in a nonbiased way. He cannot lead you one way or another. I tell you this b/c some people get their hopes up thinking there's a chance when really it is so minute it isn't worth taking.
This is solely your decision.
Source(s): veterinary technician