IMOM had an emergency case come in for 2 cats that I thought you'd be interested in. I have no idea what Scratchex is. Do any of you use it? You can follow their progress at THIS link. But, I've copied the first posting in the thread below.

Diagnosis: pyrethrin toxicity resulting in seizure activity
Caseworker: Sarah
Estimate: $1,200 ($600 for each cat) IMOM has donated $300 from our emergency fund.

***UPDATE: Callie is doing better and is just at the vet over night for observation. We only need to help Snowy now. With IMOM's pledge of $300 we only need another $300!

We got a call from the vet, Noah's, about 2 cats who were given Scratchex because she didn't have enough money for Advantage this month. Both cats have had an allergic reaction and are having seizures. IMOM has pledged $300 from our emergency fund to get fluids started. But both cats need $600 to save their lives. The $300 will get one cat through 24 hours. So we need to work quickly on this!

Jennifer has 2 daughters a 6 year old and a 3 year old. These are their cats!

From the Jennifer the mom:
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Single mom, two girls, two cats. Did not have money for Advantage this month, so friend gave me doses of Scratchex to use. Within 2 hours both cats started to twitch and couldn't walk. The vet states it is pyrethrin toxicity from the chemicals in the flea prevention. I do not currently have the funds to treat. Please help!
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