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Expert: Karen Craft - 11/7/2009


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15 year old female-diagnosed w IBD 2 months ago. Her poops have returned to a 7 out of 10 but very smelly. She gets Budesomide 1ml nightly. Appears to be very healthy.

But now she poops 3x daily-and right after she poops in the box (which is always cleaned) she poops a little in the next room, usually in her cat bed. I removed the bed, so she tried to use the floor-I chased her into the bathroom, where she immediately pooped a small amount.

I watched her, and she looked like she just had to do it, going into the poop position right in front of me.

She has always been a perfect "box" cat.

She only eats Natural Balance Duck/Pea soft food
Can't confine her due to her sister and house design

This is driving me nuts bc I have to take several trips.

Answer
Hi Bob,

The easiest suggestion I can give you is to place another litter pan by her bed. Also try this product, http://www.preciouscat.com/
You can get it at Pet Smart. Also get a low sided litter box for her. She may be having trouble with a bit of arthritis. This should help you with your problem.

Here's a good link that has some great info about what to feed your cat. http://www.catnutrition.org/ibd.php
Good luck and let me know what happens with her.

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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