Sphynx cat cough/choking

[Nicki smith]

Hi everybody, I just felt I had to post this , my 5 year old male sphynx developed a cough / choking problem, he was still eating but not a lot , went off his dry food , still ate wet but again limited, was passing urine and stools fine at first. Took straight to the vet , was given anti inflammatory medication, was not happy with diagnosis as my boy getting worse , took to a different vet , showed them a video of the coughing episode, they listened to his chest, gave X-ray and informed me he had fluid in both lungs , and HCM which is quite normal in pedigree cats …. , there and then without warning was told literally there was nothing can be done , basically he needed to be put asleep , he went over the rainbow bridge within 15 mins of being there , the hardest decision I’ve ever had to make but his condition had worsened within two weeks
I wanted to share this post as I have seen a few people on here with cats doing the same thing , and have been told nothing wrong, please don’t leave it , get a second opinion, I will post the video of my little boy to show his cough hope it will help anyone else and not get the bad news I did , rip Amun x x

 

[Catzzzmeow]

I am so sorry to hear your boy gained his angel wings. Sharing this is a big reminder to all that ignoring any symptom is not something they should do. Sure it can be allergies or something else, but when a new behavior starts, seeking medical attention is key. I am happy you were able to be with him when he passed over the Rainbow Bridge…fly high little one. @Nicki smith

 

[Letitia]

I know how hard this was for you to write. Thank you so much for sharing what you and little Amun went through. I'm very sorry for your terrible loss, and what little time you had to process.

 

[nudebea]

I am so sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts are with you. Thank you for thinking of others and sharing your heartbreaking experience as a warning x

 

[Beckinboots]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope your heartache eases soon.

 

[Yoda mom]

@Nicki smith , (((squeeze hugs))) from your lair family here. my heart breaks for you. I am so very sorry sweet baby Amun got his angel wings. he only knew your love beyond measure, and that is everything.

"Replied the glorious cat For I will whisper into their hearts That I am always with them I just am....forever and ever and ever. "- poem for cats.


I share in the immeasurable hurt as having had 3 gain their wings from HCM and one from a saddle thrombosis.
embolism. my Kato had the cough as well. bless your heart to find the strength in your time of great loss to help others in Amun's honor. may our babies be running free at the bridge together sharing stories of all the love known in this world. Remember the love, soo much love. here for you.. pm me anytime. lighting a candle for Amun.

 

[Toa and Ross]

So very sorry for your loss. Sending hugs

 

[Kinseyray]

Hi everybody, I just felt I had to post this , my 5 year old male sphynx developed a cough / choking problem, he was still eating but not a lot , went off his dry food , still ate wet but again limited, was passing urine and stools fine at first. Took straight to the vet , was given anti inflammatory medication, was not happy with diagnosis as my boy getting worse , took to a different vet , showed them a video of the coughing episode, they listened to his chest, gave X-ray and informed me he had fluid in both lungs , and HCM which is quite normal in pedigree cats …. , there and then without warning was told literally there was nothing can be done , basically he needed to be put asleep , he went over the rainbow bridge within 15 mins of being there , the hardest decision I’ve ever had to make but his condition had worsened within two weeks
I wanted to share this post as I have seen a few people on here with cats doing the same thing , and have been told nothing wrong, please don’t leave it , get a second opinion, I will post the video of my little boy to show his cough hope it will help anyone else and not get the bad news I did , rip Amun x x

Do you mind sending me the video? I cant see it