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Our one-year-old cat recently had sudden seizures with foaming at the mouth, and today it happened three times.
Repeated seizures with foaming may be epilepsy. Before a seizure the cat is often overstimulated or hyperactive, then suddenly collapses, thrashes, foams and drools.
My three-month-old cat had distemper with diarrhea and vomiting, was dirty and smelly, and also has ringworm. It now eats and drinks and its stool is not soft. Can I bathe it?
Adult cats should wait two weeks after distemper recovery before bathing; if still weak or unvaccinated, wait until after vaccination and a normal recheck. Bathing is highly stressful and lowers resistance, so to avoid relapse bathe only when the cat is fully recovered and strong.
Can a cat recover from paralysis after an injection?
Paralysis after an injection is usually nerve damage, and recovery depends on severity. Severe cases have a low cure rate because neurons cannot divide and regenerate, so nerve damage is generally irreversible.
How long does male cat catheterization take?
After catheterization, keep the catheter 3-5 days and infuse/anti-inflammatory 5-7 days. If good, self-urination at 5 days; if recurrent blockage, recatheterize. Multiple caths risk urethral damage.
How long until a cat can walk after a fracture?
Recovery depends on the cat and severity; a minor fracture heals in ~1 month. Get an X-ray for the best plan. Avoid strenuous activity and give calcium-rich food and sunlight to aid healing.
How long does cat spay or neuter surgery take?
Female cat spay takes about 30 to 40 minutes, or 40 to 60 with anesthesia and recovery; male neuter takes 20 to 30 minutes of surgery. Book ahead, and fast the cat 8 hours and withhold water 4 hours before.
How Long Does It Take a Cat’s Broken Tail to Heal?
If you suspect a tail fracture, take the cat for an X-ray. Mild fractures may heal on their own with extra calcium; severe ones need fixation or even amputation.
How long should a cat with ringworm sunbathe?
Besides antifungal medicine, give the cat at least 20 minutes of sun daily, longer if weak light, to aid recovery. Healing time varies by infection, treatment and condition, generally half a month to a month.
How long for a Teddy dislocation to heal?
A Teddy dislocation is set by a vet, sometimes with a cast, healing in about a month. Limit activity, give sun and calcium; severe cases take longer.
What happens if a cat donates blood?
Healthy blood donation does not harm a cat; only cats over 5 kg and 10-20 ml per kg are allowed, rebuilt in 3-4 days. Supplement protein after.