Hello, XXXXXXXX
I am very sorry to hear of your cat's troubles.
There is an all natural medication for cats and dogs called Yucca Intensive. It is made from extracts of the Yucca plant and offers many uses in animals for pain relief, digestive health, and skin and coat improvements. You can find it here:
http://www.1800petmeds.com/Yucca+Intensive-prod10850.html
This is the only safe all natural product I know that could provide some relief. Never give human pain relievers to your cat. I am sure you know that, but I always like to make sure the people I help do know that. All human pain relievers are toxic to cats and very hard on their kidneys and should only be administered by the close supervision of a vet.
I do hope things improve for your kitty.
God Bless,
Micki
You may be able to find it at a health store or a drug store with a really good vitamin and supplement section. I know GNC does not carry it.
No do not ever give any medications or supplements that contain alcohol to cats. They can not metabolize it which makes it very toxic to them.
If it was 2-3 weeks ago it is not in her symptom any longer, and yes it could have contributed to some of her dehydration problems. But don't give her any more of it.
The amounts were small so no damage done. It doesn't sound like she exhibited any toxic effects or would have known.
Is she in pain? That is one of the hardest things to determine in a cat as they are masters at hiding pain. The best measure of a cat's health is her appetite and eating habits.
If she likes her chin rubbed then I would no she isn't in pain.
If eating is an issue and dehydration, try feeding her baby food. Use any flavor she would like such as chicken or turkey. Make sure there is onion or garlic powder in. This will be easy to eat and it's easy on the stomach too.
Supplement her with pedialyte too. This will hydrate her and restore electrolytes as well much better than water. You can use a dropper to give her 1 cc every couple hours, or mix it in the baby food.
Oh and don't be sorry :) you are not bothering me at all. It is my job to try my best to answer all your questions you have about your kitty.
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Thank you so much Rich that is very kind and appreciated.
Please let me know if you need any more help now or in the future.