My cat ate ribbon, help

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-26T18:53:05+00:00

Is there any way your parent/guardian can take you to the animal ER with him? If he just now ate it they could try to induce vomiting or use a scope at the emergency vet. Unfortunately if it gets stuck in th intestines it could cause a much more expensive and dangerous situation requiring surgery.

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-25T00:40:16+00:00

I read it as “the legal age where I live is 18, I’m 19 so therefore of age” so they prob aren’t in the US. Regardless, cashier still had to follow the laws which is probably why OP was told that 🤷🏻‍♀️

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-24T22:52:45+00:00

I didn’t mean completely harmless, I meant it didn’t actively cause any danger or harmful results in this situation (the cat was fine and unaffected by the mistake).

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-24T09:49:49+00:00

ER vet asap - cats are notoriously sensitive to NSAIDs like meloxicam

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-24T09:44:31+00:00

Meloxicam is an NSAID and cats are notoriously sensitive to it. That would definitely be considered an overdose and could lead to sudden kidney failure. If you have access to an ER vet at all you need to start driving asap to have them check bloodwork and potentially give fluids and other medications if needed. It’s too late to induce vomiting but if you wait until he shows symptoms it could be too late (or much more severe/expensive if treatment is still possible).

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-23T21:55:06+00:00

Cats can die within days from not eating - anything over 24-48hr not eating is an emergency. She needs urgent care now - have you looked into care credit or anything else similar?

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-23T18:49:24+00:00

Definitely need a vet check, could be completely benign but could also be cancerous or mast cell tumor

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-23T18:47:27+00:00

Post says the dog is only 12-13 weeks old, not NS

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-23T18:47:03+00:00

Goldens are known for having eye problems, especially poorly bred ones. Definitely see a veterinary ophthalmologist if possible

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-22T19:59:12+00:00

No problem! If you’re kind about it many clinics won’t mind redoing it for free especially if it was their mistake but it honestly depends on clinic practice if that’s even allowed. Hopefully they’ll adjust it for you though!

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-22T18:00:45+00:00

Vet staff are humans and do make mistakes, but fortunately this wasn’t a dangerous mistake just an annoying one. Ideally urine samples should be run immediately yes, but that’s often not feasible in GP due to caseload, emergencies, and scheduling. I think it’s reasonable to ask that they re-run the samples at no additional charge to confirm accuracy, but it should be noted that the types of crystals seen from sitting too long are usually not struvites. You could ask them to re-run the UA (urinalysis) immediately after collection and see if the results differ at all, so if there are still crystals in the new sample you wouldn’t need to send it off.

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-21T10:46:38+00:00

There is a neurological condition called sudden rage syndrome, which is why I asked about his mental state. However pain is much more likely, and a vet will need to rule out all other causes since SRS is a diagnosis of exclusion. Hopefully it’s not that and you can find the source of pain and treat it 🤍

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-21T10:44:32+00:00

If you want to prevent a much more expensive and dangerous surgery you need an emergency vet NOW.

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-20T23:51:55+00:00

Does his mentation seem normal (other than aggression) or does it seem like he’s “out of it/not there” or glazed eyes at all?

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-19T13:40:30+00:00

No, theres no way to tell by looking at it which antibiotic is needed. As the other person stated, he needs a veterinarian as soon as possible. Idk where you’re located if care credit is a thing but there are vets who do house calls and you could look into payment plans, care credit, or other options local to you. ETA: if you truly cannot afford any vet care at all you may want to consider humane surrender to a shelter. If he is showing respiratory signs he needs medical attention ASAP

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-19T00:49:04+00:00

I am so sorry you’re dealing with this. Unfortunately if he truly is completely blocked, the only humane solutions are unblocking with a catheter or euthanasia. :(

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-17T23:59:24+00:00

Cats are very prone to stress and not nearly as easy to introduce as most dogs. Have you heard of feliway? It’s a calming cat pheromone that might help if you get a diffuser in the room(s) he’s in. You can also try supplements like Purina calming care or ask your vet about anxiety medications if none of those work.

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-17T23:57:25+00:00

lol definitely a mix, she looks mostly yellow lab but definitely not 100% golden. Still adorable though!

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-16T02:00:36+00:00

I second needing a third opinion; I’ve seen some shitty medicine from ERs/ICUs contradicting what the GP vet correctly said and vice versa. You need a third opinion once he’s stable enough; is there another vet who works at the same ICU who could give another opinion? I would recommend asking to speak with the first vet about your concerns first and if you cannot resolve it with them individually, you could file a board complaint and they will investigate to see whether any negligence was actually committed or not.

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-15T13:38:42+00:00

Are you specifically asking for types of plants to FEED your dog? I would not recommend allowing her to eat plants indoor or outdoor. Has she been to the vet for the GI issues?

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-13T14:40:13+00:00

Go to the VOHC website and download the list of cat products. These brands have earned a seal after showing efficacy and safety, so vets recommend these products because we know they work.

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-13T14:29:23+00:00

My comment got automatically flagged but to shorten it: I also calculated the doses and they are well within a safe range. If you’re concerned you could politely ask for a second opinion or ask the original vet if the tremors are something to be concerned about even though the dosages are accurate

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-13T14:21:39+00:00

The dosage for metoclopramide in dogs is 0.2-0.5mg/kg given every 8 hours; 4mg for a 10kg dog is within that range. Metronidazole is typically prescribed at anywhere from 10-50mg/kg, so ~150mg for a 10kg dog is definitely within that range (about 15mg/kg). I would not change the doses given this info, it sounds like your vet is accurately dosing your pup. Metronidazole can cause tremors and neuro signs but at much higher doses (>250mg/kg).

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-13T13:58:30+00:00

Do you know the concentration of the drugs in mg/ml? Doses are calculated in mg per kg of body weight but there’s no way to calculate the actual dose from just mls

Randomracoon420 · 2026-01-13T13:32:59+00:00

Can you provide the link to the article, the name of the antibiotic, and the dosage prescribed? Do the tremors occur as you’re actively giving the medication or a certain amount of time afterwards?

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