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07-08-2017 08:20 PM
I wanted to provide an update on my cat who was biting and I tried several food, he got a steriod shot on June 30th and ALL things were great of ONE WEEK. You are not going to believe this but the bitting is slowly starting again. I can NOT believe it. I thought the shot would "WORK" for several weeks.
I did see results for at least one full week, I had no bitting at all, then it slowly started, a bit here on the paw, a bit there....now we are almost at 100%. We are maybe at the 80% level.
It is not constant biting, but it is starting again. The hair on his paw started to fill out and is really almost back but I'm so scared things will go back.
What do I now?
I want to try a new litter, I need to read how to switch litters correctly.
07-08-2017 08:45 PM
I'm sorry for you and Socks that the steroid effects didn't last long. The shot only treats the symptoms not the cause so it's still going to come back. Have you been to a dermatologist? Has Socks been allergy tested? It could tell you alot. If you think it's behavioral Overgrooming a behaviorist may be able to prescribe something for Socks. Your General Vet has covered the regular treatments. It may be time for a specialist.
07-08-2017 08:50 PM
I'm so sorry the shot only worked for two weeks. How frustrating for you, and I am sure your cat is really bothered by this, too. It's too bad there isn't a pill for this for cats like there is for dogs. I agree that maybe you should have him allergy tested. I don't know how to tell you to switch cat litters, but that would probably be a good idea, too. You could Google it, but I imagine you just slowly start mixing the new litter in with the old. You could also set up another litter box near the first one and see if your cat will start using the new litter box.
07-08-2017 09:11 PM
We went through that with our cat. The shots/oral meds helped then when the dose was up she started doing it again.
There were no changes around here, so I didn't think it was allergies. The vet said if it's not an allergy, it's probably her nerves. We noticed that she starts doing it when there are emotional triggers (4th of July neighborhood fireworks, neighbor's dogs/cats come into our yard, being left alone more than usual, etc.). We pick her up and cuddle her when we notice she's starting to bite herself and pull out her hair. Giving her lots of attention and a few special cozy safe spots around the house have helped.
I will be thinking about you and your cat @Happiness Is Inside JOB hoping for some comfort. Sending hugs your way! 😻❤️😊
07-08-2017 09:16 PM
@Happiness Is Inside JOB, That is very sad. How long has he been biting himself? Watch out for steroids. I have to be on steroid pills for the rest of my life but I am a fairly low dose now 4 mg a day. Can you get an answer from that guy that has the cat program and correct their behavior? I feel so bad for your cat and you.
07-08-2017 09:21 PM
THANK YOU FOR YOUR COMMENTS, I'm going to have to search for a specialist. I wll update soon.
I am on chewy right now reading about different litters and I'm looking at an hypo allergenic litter now.
07-08-2017 10:57 PM
I am so sorry that you both are going through this. Many years ago, one of our cats had a similar problem as she bit the hair off from her back end to her tail. Unfortunately, the product that we used, which was successful almost overnight, is no longer made. We bought it from QVC when they had Dr. Jane, a NYC veterinarian, as one of their vendors. Some on here might remember her gold pills. They were liquid capsules that you broke open and put in food. You might want to mention this to your vet, who might have an idea as to what might have been in the capsules.
07-09-2017 12:48 PM
Thanks, the vet gave me an omega 3 liquid that I put in his food, I wonder if Dr Jane's item was similar.
07-09-2017 01:54 PM
Jackson Galaxy "My Cat From Hell" Saturday nights on Animal Planet.
Could it be from stress?
Could it be from bordom?
How often do you play with you cat, and for how long?
Any new changes in the house or routine?
07-09-2017 07:11 PM
@Plaid Pants2 wrote:Jackson Galaxy "My Cat From Hell" Saturday nights on Animal Planet.
Could it be from stress? I wonder if he has this problem prior to arrival in my home, the house is a single pet home and quiet and clean. I used to feed a cat outside but that was 2 years ago.
Could it be from bordom? I have lot of toys and I think it might be bordom.
How often do you play with you cat, and for how long? I plan with him a lot but maybe not enough, I'm going to play wiht him now as you suggest.
Any new changes in the house or routine? No new changes.
I'm thankful for any suggestions.
I did order a new liter from chewy. I'm using a scoopable litter with clay and I read online that some cats (FEW) but some are allergic to clay o I ordered a non-clay litter.
We will see how this goes.
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