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Expert: - 10/4/2008


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i have a 6 month old leukemia stray, who contracted the virus from his mother.  he was rescued at the pound moments before being put down along with his 6 siblings.  A month later at check-up we discovered he had the virus.  I did not believe it, because he was as healthy as any kitten could be.  About 2 month ago, he became just less interested in activity and he caught his first chest cold, he could not breath but he always ate and took his vitamins.  Now suddenly he won't eat, is partially paralyzed in the back legs, however he can walk wobbly and since I force feed him 2 times a day with transfer factors and other holistic cancer herbs, he is surviving.  My concern is that he has not made a bowel movement in 5 days!  When I put him in the litter box he urinates a little immediately but then attempts to get out.  I am worried and do not know what to do.

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Hi Julia,

You need to get him to a vet. The paralysis in his back legs is what concerns me the most. He could have thrown a blood clot. And this could be the cause of the constipation. Get him to the vet. He needs medical attention. This is very serious. Good luck.

Ciao, Karen

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I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!

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I have over 40 year's experience with cats. Father was a veterinarian and I assisted him in his work. I have 15 cats at present. Most are shelter or feral rescues. I have one purebred cat. I have done cat rescues and foster care. Some thoughts to carry with you. A Cat's 10 Commandments My life is likely to last 15-20 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful. Give me time to understand what you want of me. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments. But I have only you. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it. Before you swat me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that could draw blood. And claws to strike back. And yet I choose not to attack you. If I don't act right then have me checked to see what is wrong. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old. On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so. Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful thing without God's critters. Pass this on.

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