chylothorax

[Killer Kitten]

I would recommend crushing the pill into powder and mixing it with a small amount of food. Feed the treated food to him and wait until he consumes it before giving him his regular portion of food.

If he absolutely refuses to eat the treated food, I'd try mixing the powder with water and giving it to him as a liquid med, but be prepared for drooling. Also shake well before administering, and make it a small amount, like one pill per cc of water.

If that doesn't fly either, see if the medication comes in an injectable form and get your vet to show you how to give shots. Oftentimes that's the least objectionable for all concerned.

[missl76]

Thank you for your suggestions. The vet said tablets would be fine... now I had to find a way to pill him. I found placing him on a countertop worked MUCH better than trying to hold him. He's getting used to it (or maybe I am!).

Now, just trying to find out more about treatment. Surgery is an option, but would rather not rush into it.

Thanks again for your help.

[Nomilynn]

My Bassett had chylothorax. We found with her, she didn't respond to the rutin therapy and opted for surgery.. for her, it was the best choice. The surgery was, in my opinion, a success and she did very well for a year. Please feel free to PM me with specific questions at any time. If you have MSN I would be happy to add you as well.

Sincerely,
Naomi