We Have An Epidemic :(

**K & L** · 04-28-2010, 11:58 AM

Originally Posted by dehlers43

You might want to try some Clinicare or even KMR instead of the half and half. Clinicare is a liquid like Ensure for kitties (and dogs!) so it's nutritionally complete. Some cats can't digest cow's milk very well so if you can't find Clinicare try KMR. It's reasonably priced and available at most pet stores. There is even a powdered version....
Sending you and your kitties warmm fuzzy, positive thoughts.....

Excellent idea!!

**Cataholic** · 04-28-2010, 01:40 PM

New carpet? New bedding? New anything? I would give the water a try, just in case. Cats have a much more delicate 'constitution' than us. And, maybe some of the cats were more fragile?

I am praying for you guys.

**Pinot's Mom** · 04-28-2010, 01:55 PM

First of all, I've been following this thread, but have had no suggestions, only prayers for healing. I have never had more than one cat at a time, so my experience is very limited. I'm sorry you're having this issue. Second...

Originally Posted by columbine

I did a search and found this article about FCV. It sounds like it might be a possibility.

Love, Columbine

Thank you for this link! It's pertinent here, and I also think it's the same virus my Pinot had when very young that she is a "carrier" of. I never knew the name, but this sounds like it. I have been warned by three vets NEVER to have another kitty with her.

If this is the same disease, I feel your pain, it's excruciating to watch a kitty deal with this. In our case, she was hospitalized for 12 hours when she became critical, given IV fluids, appetite stimulant and antibiotics with an eye ointment as well. All but the fluids were sent with her for home treatment. If the same disease, the cyclical nature makes sense since you have a number of kitties; mine got it at the shelter. I would definitely ask the vet about this possibility and how to quarantine.

Prayers and {{{hugs}}} - kisses to the kitties.

Maggie

**Catlady711** · 04-28-2010, 10:13 PM

Originally Posted by columbine

I did a search and found this article about FCV. It sounds like it might be a possibility.

Love, Columbine

I was thinking the same thing, only the newer virilent strain of it.
http://news.vin.com/VINNews.aspx?articleId=14438

Or possibly FIP
http://www.merckvetmanual.com/mvm/in...m/bc/56900.htm

Either way I hope the cats that are sick recover and that no more kitties come down with it regardless of what it is.

**krazyaboutkatz** · 04-28-2010, 11:58 PM

Lisa, I finally got a reply from my vet and she said that orophargyneal disease is not a diagnosis but just a description and there are many types and severities. She said that if you have any doubts about your current vet then you may want to see an internal medicine specialist.

I just hope that whatever it is can be properly diagnosed and treated and that no more of your cats will become infected. I'll continue to keep everyone in my thoughts and prayers.

**Anikaca77** · 04-29-2010, 07:24 AM

I'm sorry I didn't post till now things have been really crazy around my place. My prays are with you though and prays for your kitties too.

Melissa

**K & L** · 04-29-2010, 10:29 AM

Thanks everyone! I have every bit of confidence in our vets. We've been going to them for 12 years now and they've never let us down. These cats have had blood work, cultures, etc. run and no diseases have shown in any tests. Sable is in now at the vet for teeth removal and throat treatment. I sure hope all goes well. Beavis was in yesterday and got his shot and is doing much better today. Gable is eating like an oinker this morning after having his shot.

I stopped last night and bought special milk for Sable when she returns after her surgery. I don't know why I never thought of this myself, so I sure appreciate all these ideas, thoughts, and comments. Keep em coming!