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Offline Judecat (Paula)

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Re: Cat swallowing and gulping.
« Reply #9 on: April 20, 2017, 14:49:08 PM »
That is what I would do too, I hope Basil continues to do well. You are very welcome. :hug: :hug: :hug:
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Offline Gill (sneakiefeline)

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Re: Cat swallowing and gulping.
« Reply #8 on: April 20, 2017, 14:47:56 PM »
I HOPE BASIL CONTINUES TO DO WELL
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Offline Lesley Frankie

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Re: Updat - Cat swallowing and gulping.
« Reply #7 on: April 20, 2017, 13:48:20 PM »
I decided not to take Basil to the vet because over the weekend, he was eating and peeing normally and seemed happier so it seemed best to leave it. I have been watching him very carefully to be sure he's ok and I'll continue to do that for the next few weeks. Thank you for your responses. Xx
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Re: Cat swallowing and gulping.
« Reply #6 on: April 16, 2017, 17:08:26 PM »
OR AMONGST FOOD AND IT IS THE SEASON OF THE BIG MOULT!
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Offline Judecat (Paula)

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Re: Cat swallowing and gulping.
« Reply #5 on: April 16, 2017, 12:37:43 PM »
Quote from: Gill (sneakiefeline) on April 16, 2017, 11:29:02 AM
SOUNDS LIKE FURBALL TO ME

And me, mine often bring them up in clear fluid and/or froth, BUT, if you are in any doubt, get him to the vet.
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Re: Cat swallowing and gulping.
« Reply #4 on: April 16, 2017, 11:35:10 AM »
Thank you Gill and Rosella,  He is avoiding me at the moment so I haven't been able to check his gums and tongue yet!  Once I catch up with him I'll have a look. It may not happen untill bedtime but at least the vet will be open 24/7 until Tuesday.
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Re: Cat swallowing and gulping.
« Reply #3 on: April 16, 2017, 11:29:02 AM »
SOUNDS LIKE FURBALL TO ME
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Re: Cat swallowing and gulping.
« Reply #2 on: April 16, 2017, 09:54:57 AM »
Only a vet would be able to advise but, if you are concerned maybe heart related, check colour of tongue and gums ; pink is good and breathing rate whilst resting; anything between 20 and 40 usually acceptable altho tbh I would get regular breathing rate around 40 looked into.

Any possible breathing difficulty is an emergency but sounds like a furball maybe?
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Cat swallowing and gulping.
« Reply #1 on: April 16, 2017, 05:07:19 AM »
Yesterday morning Basil was making a coughing sound and coughed up some clear liquid/foam. I looked it up and furballs were suggested. Otherwise he seemed ok - maybe a little more quiet than usual. He stayed closer to home than usual. He drank water and ate a little food - he is normally an erratic eater so it's not unusual for him to just nibble. I kept him in overnight and he seemed well in himself except for occassionally swallowing / gulping with his neck stretched. He has gone out this morning as usual but I wonder if I need to take him to the emergency vet. Obviously i would rather not have to do that but  I am rather worried about him. Otherwise I will monitor him over the weekend and go to our usual vet on Tuesday. He does also have a heart murmur and has been prescribed Nelio5. Does anyone have any advice please? Thank you.
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