My cat is ill :( Need advice

[Freedom]

What a handsome fella!

I agree with Jen, get a second opinion, try another vet. No other thoughts, sorry. Keeping fingers and paws crossed for this sweetie!

[Pair-A-Dyce]

Thank you, I will make some phone calls.

We have been giving him a small amount of aspirin for a day and that seems to be easing his breathing problem, but I'm trying to figure out how I can restart his appetite. I'm not even sure that the Clavamox he's been taking is making any difference but we're going to use it till it's gone and keep him hydrated. I wouldn't prolong this if I thought he was in pain, but he's obviously tired and short of breath, and having had asthma attacks myself, I know it's more of an annoyance.

[Purr-tender]

I am so sorry that your baby is sick. It makes me mad that you have such a greedy vet. A simple blood test, which should not be expensive, could tell them a lot and also whether Cat has leukemia. I would not give up yet. You are doing the right thing by keeping him hydrated. You should be very careful about how much and how often you give him aspirin. Do a Google search on cats and aspirins. They don't metabolize aspirins well. Definitely look for another vet. I would ask around to my friends and find out where they take their pets. I will keep Cat in my prayers!

Mary