Hi, I'm in the process of socializing an adolescent feral cat who lives outside of my work. Before taking her home I need to medicate her, she looks like she has conjuctivitis and sounds like there is an upper respritory infection. (I have a cat at home) I'd like to get my hands on some Clavimox but my vet won't do that w/o an office visit. I've already wormed her and garlic is getting rid of the fleas.
Any Suggestions? (I've already taken 2 of her siblings and they tested feline aids and leukemia negative)
Thanks!
2006-11-29 05:17:36 · 11 answers · asked by tharnpfeffa 6 in Pets ➔ Cats
I can't afford to go to the vet now and the kitty is still terrified of anyone but me.
2006-11-29 05:20:21 · update #1
The other 2 I rescued had conjunctivitis and upper respiratory infections fyi
2006-11-29 05:25:13 · update #2
Find a vet with a reasonable office visit charge (mine is $24). Take the feral kitty into the office in a trap or carrier. Let the vet see the size, body condition, outward symptoms, etc. Explain that you don't want to spend much money and would prefer to use the oral liquid Clavamox that has worked well for you in the past with other cats you've owned. The vet will be happy to perscribe a quality antibiotic like Clavamox for a case like this. He might be able to do this without much of an exam if the cat is too wild. But legally, he has to see the cat before he can perscribe treatments...or he could lose his license. You can say no to other treatment or tests if you chose to, or have to because of economic reasons. You may also want some topical meds for the eyes in this case too. Good luck.
2006-11-29 05:28:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
You should just bite the bullet and trap the cat, get it to a vet, get it fixed and TESTED for FeLV/FIV. With those conditions, the cat will remain sick and it isn't worth treating!
And if you think garlic is getting rid of fleas, think again!!! It does NOT work to kill fleas at all!! She will have tapeworm also.
Just because the siblings tested negative, does not mean this one will too. NEVER assume that. More than one person has gotten into a mess after thinking that!!!
It need to get neutered, so why not get the vet visit done at the same time. The vet can give an antibiotic injection to get a start on the treatment.
MAYBE, since you cannot afford to treat it, call a shelter that does the TNR program. They can get it fixed and treated and ready for release. If you would take it back and care for it, they would probably be thrilled! Call some places and ask!!!!!!!!!!
2006-11-29 05:29:18 · answer #2 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Garlic is not a good idea with cats and it's flea killing properties are not very effective. Vets give Clavamox to forestall a secondary bacterial infection when a cat has upper respiratory problems and may not be indicated at this time because her difficulties stem from a viral infection.
I support the use of Neem Plus (Ayush Herbs (1-800-925-1371).
"Research has demonstrated neem's antifungal, antibacterial and anitviral properties...traditional Indian herbal preparation used as an intestinal cleanser. Tejinder Sodhi, DVM. Dosage: 10 drops per ten pounds of body weight. Twice a day."
2006-11-29 05:41:34 · answer #3 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 2⤊ 3⤋
garlic will not really rid the cat of fleas--but keep it up. groom he rwith a comb for fleas, if you are able. some places will see feral cats for less money than pets--call around--also, think of feed and grain stores--consult a breeder of cats--there are many in the internet--many ways to help your feral kitty without flattenning your wallet.
2006-11-29 05:25:04 · answer #4 · answered by z-hag 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She needs the Felv/FIV test too, and since Clavamox is prescription, most vets won't just give you some. Revolution or Frontline would be best to de-louse her, and probably something for tapeworms, most over the counter dewormers won't kill those.
2006-11-29 05:25:19 · answer #5 · answered by lizzy 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Doxycycline is a good medicine for humans, quite cheap I think, and it is good for cat respiratory infections. I don't know what the commercial name would be in the US, but over here it is Vibramycin and it exists in the form of a syrup for babies. So if you give her about 1ml of the syrup every day for a week or two, she will be fine I think. But it is better to ask at the pet shop or someone else over there who has used the particular form you'll buy.
2006-11-29 05:23:15 · answer #6 · answered by cpinatsi 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
I wouldn't medicate her based on assumptions. Have a vet determine if your diagnosis is true, before you treat this cat. Trust me, vets know how to handle a feral cat.
2006-11-29 05:21:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
There is only one answer if you care about the cat, and you know it. The vet.
2006-11-29 05:31:17 · answer #8 · answered by steven b 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I give my cats the herb NEEM in some wet food. NEEM is an antibiotic, anti-viral and anti-helmetic (worms).
2006-11-29 05:20:58 · answer #9 · answered by a_delphic_oracle 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You can buy antibiotics at some feed stores.
2006-11-29 05:25:19 · answer #10 · answered by ♥monamarie♥ 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋