I have always wondered WHY if the cat is in such bad shape, why the person would put up a post and wait for advice, instead of taking the cat to the vet. We are not vets, and if the cat is in that bad of shape TAKE IT TO THE VET and do not wait for " advice." Time lost waiting, and affect the outcome of your cat's life. I have waited a LONG time to get that off my chest!!! I agree with the above posts, too!!!