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why have you quit useing the litter box?

Sent to Cat Experts July 31 2006 at 11:56 AM
   

My older himalain cat has quit useing her
cat box. What do I nee to do

 

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July 31 2006 at 11:59 AM (3 minutes later)
         
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How old is she?
How long is she doing this?

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July 31 2006 at 12:06 PM (6 minutes and 22 seconds later)
         
Reply to Terri Riba's Post: About 15 years old it started 2 weeks ago.
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July 31 2006 at 12:21 PM (15 minutes and 11 seconds later)
         

Dear friend,

Please stand by while I type detailed answer.

Thanks,

Terri



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July 31 2006 at 12:49 PM (28 minutes and 11 seconds later)
         
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Dear friend,

Whenever a formerly clean cat begins to soil out of box I am going to susupect a health issue. Cats are very smart and they often "talk" with their waste. Your older girl is not feelig fell and she is trying to "communicate" her discomfort.

At 15 it is common for diabetes, liver, kidney. pancreatic or hormonal issues to develope. Dental problems like abscessed teeth or gingivitis are also possible.

Please have your girl seen by her veterinarian and some bloodwork done so you can see what is going on with her. Most disorders of the older cat are now highly treatable but early diagnosis and treatment is imperative.

Please let me know what was wrong and how your girl is doing. If you have any more questions - I will be happy to help in any way possible.

Very sincerely,

Terri



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