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Ideal_Rock
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My oldest cat, Woody, is almost 19 years old. He's been a healthy boy for most of his life. He was recently diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and has gone from 17 lbs to 13 lbs, over the last month. This morning, he refused food and water. I found him in a place he usually doesn't go. When he left that spot, he just stood there and didn't move for about five minutes. I was on the floor with him and checked him for any pain or anything else unusual. He moved about three times, each time just standing there, for an extended period of time. He finally made it to our dog's crate--his favorite spot. He refused food and water again and just stayed there. His breathing was labored. I called the vet and brought him in. The vet said that he didn't look good, but, because it came on so quickly, it could be an acute illness. He was running a high fever. After waiting all day for test results, we got a call saying that it could be pancreatitis or a kidney problem. They were running more tests. We should know something more in the morning.
When I took him to the vet, I couldn't fit his crate in my car. I wrapped him up in the crate pad and settled him in the front seat next to me. I held him in my arms, while waiting for the vet to see us. This is something Woody would never put up with, if he were well. I am so sad for my boy. He used to be a robust Maine Coon Cat...I called him my "cat of the woods." I'm so hoping he pulls through this.
When I took him to the vet, I couldn't fit his crate in my car. I wrapped him up in the crate pad and settled him in the front seat next to me. I held him in my arms, while waiting for the vet to see us. This is something Woody would never put up with, if he were well. I am so sad for my boy. He used to be a robust Maine Coon Cat...I called him my "cat of the woods." I'm so hoping he pulls through this.