2006-07-02 04:27:59 · 16 answers · asked by molly w 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
Go to this URL(Website).. It is cute !!
http://www.narcolepsybook.com/cats.html
Narcolepsy, as you know, is a widespread disorder, affecting and afflicting more than a hundred thousand people in America. It's the second leading cause of daytime drowsiness, surpassed only by obstructive sleep apnea. Well... it also affects dogs, cats, brahma bulls and even horses.
I do not know HOW OLD your cat is but my cat, before he died, was 16 and he slept alot and this is normal for an older cat.. It is also somewhat normal for cats to sleep alot.. keep that in mind also.
2006-07-02 05:05:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's a rare neurological disorder that can affect animals & humans; including cats. Narcolepsy is an involuntary response causing a spontaneous state of deep sleep (which is rarely seen in cats) and often reveals itself during an animal's youth! It is believed that narcoleptic 'attacks' in pets can be precipitated by excitement such as anticipating a meal or the master's return home.A pet that appears to be experiencing an attack of narcolepsy may actually be showing signs of another, perhaps more serious, condition such as : heart problems, respiratory distress, metabolic disturbances such as low blood sugar, & more. Some animals grow out of their narcolepsy & there are medications to help reduce the number of attacks. Just so you know, your cat could be completely unaware of the condition it has. It could be harmless but shouldn't go untreated. MY ADVICE IS, Just love your pet as much as you can & it will return the favor!!
2006-07-02 05:04:44 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I looked this up on a vet's web site that I use a lot. Here's a quote and a link to find out more about it:
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Narcolepsy or cataplexy is inherited in Doberman Pinschers, Labrador Retrievers, and Dachshunds and has been described in additional canine breeds. It is rare in cats. It must be differentiated from various types of syncope. Physostigmine (0.025-0.1 mg/kg, IV) potentiates the frequency and severity of cataleptic attacks. Imipramine (0.5-1.0 mg/kg, PO, tid) can be used to control the severity of the cataplexy.
http://www.merckvetmanual.com/mvm/index.jsp?cfile=htm/bc/100410.htm&word=narcolepsy
2006-07-02 04:33:36 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes; it is possible that your vet thinks that your cat has narcolepsy.
2006-07-02 04:30:00 · answer #4 · answered by lampoilman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the Vet says it I believe it. s/he didnt go to school for all those years for nothing! I think a cat with Narcolepsey would be kinda comical..I can see him falling asleep with his head in the food bowl now.Or falling off the counter!(they will still land on their feet I imagine)
2006-07-02 05:04:41 · answer #5 · answered by roxie_29812 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
all cats have narcolepsy. they eat, sleep, demand attention, demand to be left alone then they eat some more and sleep alot more. it's a cats nature.
2006-07-02 04:31:21 · answer #6 · answered by bar1barian 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats have other diseases that have human equivalents, including leukemia, so why not? Your vet should know; he went to school for years to become a vet.
2006-07-02 04:32:11 · answer #7 · answered by poohu812many 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it is dogs and cat can have narcolepsy.
2006-07-02 04:32:04 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If he thinks so then it is possible!
Just make sure that he is a college decree vet and not a self trained one!
2006-07-02 04:53:14 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
hope your baby is ok but if it has something all it needs is what u would need if u had that think u know lots of love never kick him out and alot of attention and lllloooooooooovvvvvvvvvvvveeee
u know the right thing so love it for ever
2006-07-02 05:26:16 · answer #10 · answered by jocysoul 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋