6/6 Cleo AMPS 276 PMPS 300 |+4 5 240

Poor Cleo. The flares are quite painful.
I bought a Feliway collar for Sheba as they are supposed to be good. Some people use the Feliway diffusers but my place was to open plan for that. I think they helped.
Also stress is supposed to trigger the flares and I certainly found that.
Cosequin is good…I used that and also injections of Cartrophen (Pentosan). Not sure what the name for it would be in the US.
 
Bron and Sheba (GA) said:
Poor Cleo. The flares are quite painful.
I bought a Feliway collar for Sheba as they are supposed to be good. Some people use the Feliway diffusers but my place was to open plan for that. I think they helped.
Also stress is supposed to trigger the flares and I certainly found that.
Cosequin is good…I used that and also injections of Cartrophen (Pentosan). Not sure what the name for it would be in the US.
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Sorry Sheba had it too. :(She seems to be tolerating the pain ok. I have gabapentin but she won't take it. I have two feliway diffusers and that seems to help some. I also give her a tsp of food whenever she asks for it so as not to contribute to additional stress:facepalm:. It might raise her BG for a little but it will come back down eventually.
The onset happened when about 3 new feral/strays made there way around the outside of the house and in the driveway front yard and backyard. Our neighbor feeds them and word has gotten out to the stray/feral community of the all you can eat buffet.
I read that taking her outside could help but with the amount of new "intruders" I think it may be counterproductive.
She's not straining to urinate which is good but she is (sorry to be graphic) straddling the edge of the litter box. The last episode lasted 3-4 days. Hoping this will be a short one also.
I will look into the Cosequin for her. Thanks so much!
Would you mind if I tag/PM you with any additional questions should they arise?
 
Angela & Cleo said:
Sorry Sheba had it too. :(She seems to be tolerating the pain ok. I have gabapentin but she won't take it. I have two feliway diffusers and that seems to help some. I also give her a tsp of food whenever she asks for it so as not to contribute to additional stress:facepalm:. It might raise her BG for a little but it will come back down eventually.
The onset happened when about 3 new feral/strays made there way around the outside of the house and in the driveway front yard and backyard. Our neighbor feeds them and word has gotten out to the stray/feral community of the all you can eat buffet.
I read that taking her outside could help but with the amount of new "intruders" I think it may be counterproductive.
She's not straining to urinate which is good but she is (sorry to be graphic) straddling the edge of the litter box. The last episode lasted 3-4 days. Hoping this will be a short one also.
I will look into the Cosequin for her. Thanks so much!
Would you mind if I tag/PM you with any additional questions should they arise?
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Of course. Happy to help anytime. I hope it settles down soon. Sheba’s normally only lasted a few days.
 
Poor girl, I hope she recoveres quickly. Has anyone used slippery elm for cats? I use it for UTI's & save read that it's safe (not toxic) for cats. My kitties have never been prone to UTI's but maybe it'd be good for Maus's tummy
 
Susan for Artemis (Maus) said:
Has anyone used slippery elm for cats? I use it for UTI's & save read that it's safe (not toxic) for cats. My kitties have never been prone to UTI's but maybe it'd be good for Maus's tummy
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SEB is indeed safe for cats. Here's more info:
http://www.felinecrf.org/holistic_treatments.htm#slippery_elm_bark

From https://felineconstipation.org/prevention.html#PreventionFiberorPrebiotics
"Slippery Elm Bark Powder – Familiarly called SEB, slippery elm bark is an old folk remedy for digestive problems. SEB has a reputation of being soothing to mucous membranes, which, as we remember line, any organ which has a direct connection to the outer world. SEB also contains fermentable fiber. There are two ways of using SEB, as a syrup and as the powder. SEB powder can be purchased from the bulk herb section of a health food store and an ounce or two goes a long way. Capsules of SEB must contain flow agents in order to get the capsules filled, to keep the powder from flying to the ceiling, so purchase bulk powder if you can. To provide fermentable fiber, use very small amounts of the powder in several meals. Remember this is dry powder so more concentrated than the fiber sources above. Start with 1/16 teaspoon or less and monitor results. To make the syrup, sprinkle a teaspoon of the powder over a cup of cool water in a little saucepan. Let the powder sit until it is wetted, this will avoid lumps to stir out. Then heat over medium heat, stirring the while, until the syrup is translucent and thickened a bit. It will thicken more as it cools. Store in a clean lidded glass jar in the fridge. Of course these amounts can be halved and there is no precise recipe, you can adjust the amount of powder per measure of water. SEB syrup keeps about a week in the fridge as long as the contents have not been contaminated by unclean utensils. Since it is easy to make, it is better to dump if there is any question and to mix up a new batch. Give 1 or 2 ml two or three times a day by mouth or mix into food.

Unlike dietary fiber in foods, SEB may interfere with absorption of some medications. If your cat is on medication, check with your vet or a pharmacist for guidelines about proper separation of SEB dosing and the medication"
 
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