Has an ultrasound been done on Wally? Somehow you've got to find out what kind of heart disease he has. If your cat isn't eating, that isn't good and because he's so young, probably what he has is treatable and he could have many good years ahead of him. For your vet to tell you that Wally has heart disease and then not return your phone calls is unacceptable.

I do understand the shortage of funds. I've been there so many times that I've lost count. However, there is Care Credit and also IMOM that you can investigate which could possibly be a solution. I know that you don't want to run up another vet bill but if your cat isn't properly treated, he could get worse and maybe even die. Is it possible to have a garage sale or to put some things for sale on eBay? This time of year people are looking for Xmas gifts and w/the economy in the state that it's in, they're looking for bargains, too.

As I've mentioned before, my Pidge has heart disease and she's 18 1/2, on meds and is holding her own. She isn't uncomfortable at all, she's sociable, eats well, has no nausea, etc. so if she can be treated, it's not unreasonable to be optimistic about Wally.

You may not necessarily need to see a cardiologist but just another vet who knows more about heart disease than your current one does. My vet isn't a cardiologist but he can read an ultrasound whereas my local vet admitted to me that she isn't very good at it. So perhaps get a referral and explain your situation to another vet who is more able to help you. Some vets will work w/you regarding financing if you talk to them about it beforehand.

Try not to despair and please keep us updated. Keep the faythe.