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bethann


Terrier Terror
Terrier Terror
09/06/2008 6:36 AM  

I know this is a rat terrier site, but many people on here are animal people and can hopefully help me out.

In the middle of the night I heard my cat throwing up. Not that unusual, and when I woke up to clean it up it was a hair ball. When I gave him is food, he ate very little then threw up. After a few minutes, he ate a few more pieces, then threw up again. Then he would not come to me and while running away from me ran into a couple of things.

I am worried about him, but he is acting ok now. What can I give him to settle his stomach that he would be able to keep down.


Beth, Sadies pooper scooper
michelle


Firehouse Big Dog
Firehouse Big Dog
09/06/2008 6:48 AM  

When my kitties are sick I give them what the ferret people call uck soup.

1 can of baby food - checken

1 can of baby food (2nd stage) sweet potatoes

1 can baby food (2nd stage) bananas

mix in a small of amount of ensure (to make it more liquidy but still creamy)

and a small amount of pedialiyte.

It has helped with my kitties and the ferrets.

I mix up a batch and freeze it in ice cube trays so we have it on hand for the ferret all the time.  He is getting older and does not always eat his regular food anymore.


michelle, mom to Sydney (JRT), Sonic (Rattie), Buddy(Jack-Rat) and Proud mom to Army son, Jordan

http://www.dogster.com/dogs/893222 Sydney
http://www.dogster.com/dogs/893220 Sonic
http://www.dogster.com/dogs/901405 Buddy



Rattermom


Rat Royalty
Rat Royalty
09/06/2008 6:50 AM  

Is his abdomen hard?  Are his gums pale or yellow or are they normal?  Does he drink water?  If so, it he consuming more than normal?   If everything seems normal, I would give him some catlax to possibly help the hairball pass the rest of the way through.  If not, I would take him to the vet first thing this morning.  He could have an obstruction.


Patti in Georgia
Transport Volunteer, Temp Foster Mom
& Georgia Shelter Surfer
www.newrattitude.org
www.ratterrierjamboree.com
bethann


Terrier Terror
Terrier Terror
09/06/2008 7:14 AM  
His Abdomen is not overly hard, his gums are pink. I have not seen him drink any water this morning, but that isn't unusual. do i get catlax from a pet store.

Beth, Sadies pooper scooper
Rattermom


Rat Royalty
Rat Royalty
09/06/2008 7:48 AM  

They have it at Petsmart.  Just keep a close eye on him and make sure he can keep water down at least.


Patti in Georgia
Transport Volunteer, Temp Foster Mom
& Georgia Shelter Surfer
www.newrattitude.org
www.ratterrierjamboree.com
Noodles n Me


Terrier Terror
Terrier Terror
09/06/2008 12:00 PM  
Sometimes just a little warm milk helps. Keep us posted!

There is no joy greater than being owned by a Rattie!!
cat
winnihoohoo


Bratty Ratty
Bratty Ratty
09/06/2008 12:23 PM  
They have this hairball remedy at walmart. it is kinda like s tube of toothpaste just feed a little to them, and it helps them get it all out.
bethann


Terrier Terror
Terrier Terror
09/06/2008 5:44 PM  
He's acting normal this afternoon, and has kept some food down as well as much water. I've been keeping a close eye on him. thank you for your help.
He might not be a rattie, but he's my baby none the less.

Beth, Sadies pooper scooper
MurphyDog


Ratastic
Ratastic
09/07/2008 3:53 AM  

Glad the cat is doing better.  I know it is very distressing when the fur-kids get sick.


Mitch and Murphy Hancock (the dog)

"I've seen a look in dogs' eyes, a quickly vanishing look of amazed contempt, and I am convinced that basically dogs think humans are nuts." - John Steinbeck
Rattermom


Rat Royalty
Rat Royalty
09/07/2008 4:44 AM  

He's a Rat Terrier Wannabe.  Just keep a close watch on him.  I'm glad he's feeling better.


Patti in Georgia
Transport Volunteer, Temp Foster Mom
& Georgia Shelter Surfer
www.newrattitude.org
www.ratterrierjamboree.com
maggiew607


Terrier Terror
Terrier Terror
09/08/2008 10:04 AM  
well he's a cat terrier, not a rat terrier, how is he doing today?

**Maggie, Mom to CoCo and Angus**
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