Hi there,
Ihave a cat with a similar problem too. I am afraid to bring her to the vet cos' I never have good experiences with the vets in my country. I have been to very good vets however, my cats end up seriously ill after that and they usally die. I have a real phobia for the vets. However, I did bring her to the vet for the bad breath. They gave her a steriod jab and that made the ulcers subside and now she is able to eat better. But ever since then, she has become very skinny. I am trying my best to handle the situation by reading and trying out herbal remedies or vitamins. However, she is still very skinny. Her breath still smells but no severe ulcers. I need some good advise. Thanks.
Mar 16, 2008 Rating
DIABETES by: MESHMESH
CHECK FOR DIABETES.ITS VERY COMMON WITH CATS. U HAVE TO TEST ITS BLOOD
Feb 16, 2008 Rating
Regarding: Skinny by Darlane from Canada by: Anonymous
Hi Darlane,
I am NOT a vet, just a cat owner. My novice advice to you is to check for tapeworm and other worms by the vet. Cats can still have an appetite, and only Droncit pills or shots get rid of tapeworms specifically.Pyrantle gets rid of other types of worms, but not all types. Cats get tapeworms if they even eat one tiny flea or flea egg sometimes while cleaning their fur, is my understanding. Tapeworms are hosts and can kill your cat if you don't get rid of them. Sometime you can notice tapeworm segments around the cat's behind- they look like pieces of rice. Sometimes the segments crawl out of the cat's bottom while they are asleep and you find them later hardened on the bedding the cat was using.Act quickly if this is what is wrong.
Nov 15, 2007 Rating
Answer by: Kate
It could be a number of things wrong with her. She may have some bad teeth which is very common with cats.
She could have thyroid problem which is also very common which can cause cats to have a big appitie but not put weight on.
It really would be best if you get her checked out by a vet as soon as possible.
