Panther is acting wierd..updated..not good

[fragrancehound]

It is just not looking good. I talked to my regular vet and she thinks that with all the injections of pecid, anti-nausea, appetite stimulants and so on that they would have had some effect by now. Unfortunately they have done very little for Panther. He has not shown any signs of improvement. She thinks Panther might have some kind of intestinal cancer, a bacterial thing or some kind of blockage especially because of his thickened intestine. There is no way of telling unless a biopsy is done. Right now he is even too weak to go through surgery.

My biggest fear is that he may have to be put to sleep. The prognosis is not good. I don't know what to do.

[Catty1]

Oh, hon...all I can offer is prayers...

Someone likely mentioned this already...but is there a vet training centre anywhere near you? They may check him out for a better rate.

Maybe the cancer had spread and no one knew? If he maybe does have bacterial infection - would antibiotics help, or even some Prednisone (steroids?)

I pray for a miracle, hon...I hope he just snaps out of it.

Is he comfy right now? Enjoying affection?

As for food...maybe try some really stinky tuna? That might perk up his tastebuds.

I am so sorry...I can only imagine what you are going through. Panther is very very loved...just keep loving him.

You are doing your tremendous very best, so give yourself a hug too.

Prayers and hugs again...

[wolflady]

Gosh, I'm sorry to see that Panther has not improved. It's so hard and frustrating when you've tried everything and nothing seems to work. Panther will let you know when the time is right, but in the meantime try to keep him comfortable. Please know that we're all here for you. I'll continue to pray that Panther improves. Please keep us updated. I'm sorry I can't be of more help.

**hugs**

[Catty1]

I think the steroids and anti-b's are one more thing you can try. Hopefully your vet can dispense just a few, to get him started and see if it helps.

HUGS!

Remember - if the worst happens - no guilt. You have done everything you can and gone way and beyond for your furbaby. You love him absolutely. That is as clear as anything.

[AbbyMom]

Nothing to add except my prayers and good thoughts for Panther.

[fragrancehound]

Thanks everyone! I appreciate it. I think I have done as much as I can do given my situation but it still feels like I have not done enough. Do you ever second guess yourself wondering if you should have done things differently??

On a positive note he has not vomited today.

Here are some pics of all my babies:


BooBoo


Panther


Magic


Shadow


Magic and Panther sleeping together

[heidiv]

What a good lookin ganeg that you have. I love black cats they always look so mysterious.. What good lookin kitties!!!! Prayers to Panther!!

[fragrancehound]

I am starting to feel very discouraged now. I talked to my vet today and quite frankly the whole conversation left me feeling ill. Nothing has worked to help Panther feel better. My vet said basically that the only option left is to do a biopsy and possible surgery to the tune of $1,300+. I've tapped all my financial resources so sadly this surgery is not even an option. She even brought up the possibiity of this being cancer again and it spreading to his stomach and other organs. I just can't even think about it.

With all the injections, pills, exams, x-rays, and blood work you would think that something would have helped. He has received anti-biotics, anti-vomiting and nausea meds, pepcid, steroids, and fluids. Not one thing has worked. He is still vomiting and not eating or drinking unless I handfeed him. He is even having a hard time keeping the pedialyte down now.

I just don't know what else to do. I am going to have to bring him in again for fluid injections and possibly IV therapy again too. Ugh.. My poor baby.

Does anyone have any other recomendations or ideas that I should consider? Any meds, vitamins, or treatments I should request? I'm desperate at this point. The thought of losing my baby scars the hell out of me.

[Catty1]

poor you and Panther...all I can think of is to get a second opinion...ask around and see if there is someone that everyone likes...

You could try a homeopathic vet.

And Craftlady seems to be having a lot of luck with Reiki. Maybe her Reiki person could recommend someone near you.

A radical thought...taking him off EVERYTHING and letting his tummy rest. And doing baby food for a day or so.

I am so sorry - I wish I had an answer for you.

HUGS

[fragrancehound]

A radical thought...taking him off EVERYTHING and letting his tummy rest. And doing baby food for a day or so.


HUGS

That is what I have been doing lately in between vet visits. I stopped giving him all oral meds and have been feeding him baby food and Pedialyte. I also tried this liquid called Rebound which is similar to Pedialyte but is made specifically for pets. He has been to 3 different vets, including the emergency vet.


I've been thinking about doing Reiki too but I am unsure of where to go. I've been very impressed with Thumpers' results too! I am very happy for Craftlady.

[krazyaboutkatz]

I'm so sorry to hear this latest sad news. I really don't have any advice for you except for what Catty1 has already posted. You also must ask yourself how much you're willing to put Panther through and it also sounds like you're becoming tapped out financially. I wish there was a simple answer here but unfortunately there really isn't. I hope that something will be able to help Panther and I'm sending many prayers and positive thoughts his way. Please take care.

[Catty1]

PM Craftlady and ask her if her Reiki person knows someone in your area.

HUGS

PS does taking him off all his stuff help? Sometimes the cure makes one almost sicker than the treatment.

[fragrancehound]

At this point I can't really tell what is working and what is helping. I am trying to keep him hydrated and fed. He threw up again this morning. It seems like even the simplest things like baby food don't agree with him right now. I keep hoping for some miracle.

[jenluckenbach]

Oh my, what sad news. I am so sorry that you and Panther are going through this.

and YES,

Do you ever second guess yourself wondering if you should have done things differently??

We have all wished we had taken a different path at one time or other. But know in your heart that you are trying to the best of your ability. Sometimes "things" cannot be fixed.

Losing Panther (some day) will be hard, but it will be so much more guilt-ridden if you prolong a painful experience.

So do your best, and let God do the rest. My prayers are with you.
{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}

[Catty1]

Is Panther happy? Like, still enjoying life? Is he his normal self, except for the tummy trouble?