Some advice please

[lady_windermere]

I have been putting this off for a while now, but I think I will have to take my cat to the Vet. The problem being, I am not sure I will get her back.

She has been deaf and blind for a little time now, but because she knew the house so well was able to cope. So I have been able to keep her despite that. Now she seems to be getting worse.

She eats a lot, but is losing weight, has an upset stomach a lot, doesn't gloom herself, and refuses to let me do it for her. This means she has tangles in her fur, which is not good for cats, and can cause them pain. She is also staggering round the place now, and howling a lot. At first I thought she was just hungry, but now it seems if she is not eating or sleeping she is howling. I am starting to suspect that she maybe in pain. She is 17, but I worry the quality of her life is diminished. I could perhaps make an appointment to see the Vet on Wednesday and get David to take me.

I just don't want to lose her, but don't want her to suffer either.

Comments

[sueworld2003.livejournal.com]

I have to say love that doesn't sound good. I know you don't want to, but for her sake you should take her to the Vet. It does sound like she's in pain and only he will be able to sort that out for her.

[http://users.livejournal.com/woman_of_/]

Yes, I think it would be the kindest way to go! I have had a lot of good years with her, and have that to remember.

[sueworld2003.livejournal.com]

I know it sounds awful but if the worst comes to the worst and she doesn't come back, why don't you get a Kitten. Having another young Pet in the house can really keep your mind occupied.

[http://users.livejournal.com/woman_of_/]

I may do that, but would take a bit of time to get over losing Smudge. Then I am sure I would get lonely without a pet. I am used to having one.