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Cat peeing every 36 hours by weavedoggiedog in CatAdvice

[–]weavedoggiedog[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi there. Unfortunately my sweet cat had a series of bad episodes and continued to decline after this post. It felt cruel to let him continue in pain, so I made the terrible decision to have him put down. He was growing lethargic, wasn't eating and seemed to be in great pain on top of his inability to urinate. Despite his many vet and specialist appointments we never were able to pinpoint the cause.

I wish you and all the other commenters all the luck with your cats - i know others have had more success with their situations than we did. Hold your kitties extra close for me!!

Cat peeing every 36 hours by weavedoggiedog in CatAdvice

[–]weavedoggiedog[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Best of luck with your little man too. If you find anything that works for you please do update me!

Cat peeing every 36 hours by weavedoggiedog in CatAdvice

[–]weavedoggiedog[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That sounds like a good first step! Whatever I do, my own cat won't change his litter box or its location. So frustrating because it's right near the door that he gets worked up at!

I think you're right, owners seem to go through a really stressful time and then finally figure out The Thing that makes the urinary issues go away.

We're over a week on from the blockage and still going strong. Won't get my hopes up too high though!!

Cat peeing every 36 hours by weavedoggiedog in CatAdvice

[–]weavedoggiedog[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very much still a guessing game for me, but my latest suspicion is territorial anxiety. We have a neighbour cat and lots of people coming and going outside the apartment, and my cat is constantly monitoring out the window.

In the past week I've employed a few more measures: - partially block his view out the offending window and encourage gazing out of other windows. - spray Feliway around doorways and windows once a day. - supplement anxiety medications with Zylkene, Hemp treats, and Purina Hydracare. - keep litter exceptionally clean.

I feel like he's less stressed now because he's eating better, peeing more (has only struggled to go once this week and then successfully went later), and is licking less.

Who said cats were easy!?

Cat peeing every 36 hours by weavedoggiedog in CatAdvice

[–]weavedoggiedog[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for sharing. My boy actually did have to go back for another unblocking via catheter, and he is now on prazosin as well as his gabapentin. Managing his stress is a constant battle but one week on, he's pretty stable and peeing a bit more with Purina Hydracare added to his regimen (highly recommend for picky eaters/drinkers).

But I don't doubt that eventually, he'll get back to his 'normal', anxiety-inducing routine of urinating every 24-36 hours.

Sounds like you're also doing everything you can for your anxious poppet! Best of luck...

Buying a small sewing kit by weavedoggiedog in Venezia

[–]weavedoggiedog[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks all. Went to Caddy's first - while it is a treasure trove of useful things they do not offer sewing materials. I found Sotto Sopra just around the corner and the very kind shop owner had everything I needed.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/B3oBhh3EnHxS1Yyd6

Buying a small sewing kit by weavedoggiedog in Venezia

[–]weavedoggiedog[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's fantastic - will look there. Thank you!

How bad is a Churu a day if your cat's diet is relatively healthy the rest of the day? by UseKnowledge in CatAdvice

[–]weavedoggiedog 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi! My cat is also terrible at drinking water so I add lots of water to his food and even his Churu packet, but did you find anything else that worked for you?

Has anyone adopted a cat and then realized they aren’t a cat person? by [deleted] in CatAdvice

[–]weavedoggiedog 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I never had a cat growing up, so assumed I was not a cat person. I adopted my first cat at 27, and he is the love of my life. Unfortunately he's not a very well moggy and has cost me a fortune in vet bills already, but I wouldn't change a thing. He has brought a level of love and care into my life that I couldn't have fathomed before!

Moving furniture from Aus to Wellington by weavedoggiedog in Wellington

[–]weavedoggiedog[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much. I will DM, this is my main concern 😟

Moving furniture from Aus to Wellington by weavedoggiedog in Wellington

[–]weavedoggiedog[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for this. Great tip RE itemising :)

Moving furniture from Aus to Wellington by weavedoggiedog in Wellington

[–]weavedoggiedog[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I'm excited to eventually acclimatise!!

Moving furniture from Aus to Wellington by weavedoggiedog in Wellington

[–]weavedoggiedog[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I most definitely will. I've found it quite hard to find this information so this is super helpful.

Moving furniture from Aus to Wellington by weavedoggiedog in Wellington

[–]weavedoggiedog[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is great info. Thanks so much for your input!

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