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My 1 yr old cat has been throwing up since this morning. It has a sausage-like shape. After she threw up all the food she was throwing up bile looking stuff. She has no decrease in appetite it seems (just got upset we took her food up) and is drinking water like normal. She has slept a little more than normal today, but is not acting listless when awake. Gave her some tuna water and she took that (something she loves) and ate some left-over cat treats, but threw that up about 10 minutes later (this just happened). Want to put her on a fast overnight, then give her some boiled chicken in the morning. Is there anything else you can recommend for her?
Not sure if it matters, but she got spayed about 1 1/2 months ago and seems to have healed nicely. She was a stray we took in about 5 or 6 months ago. Very playful and rambunctious (goes about 1000 miles an hour normally. Her name is Tigger because of this.
Hi Becky,
Did Tigger get into any thing she shouldn't have? Plants, chemicals, pills can cause reactions this. Check your house over thoroughly. Did you change her food lately? This can cause a cat to get an upset stomach. Has she been wormed lately? Having worms can cause vomiting. She could have swallowed something that is blocking her stomach. This also can cause vomiting. She is too young to have some of the metabolic diseases that can cause vomiting. Fasting is a good idea for the evening. If she is not better by morning then I would suggest a visit to the vet. It is very rare that a young cat develops hyperthyroidism but it can happen. Hopefully this isn't anything major. Good luck and take care.
Ciao, Karen
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Karen Craft
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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!
Experience
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.
Education/Credentials
I have an A.A.S.
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