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| Hello everyone. I don't own a cat (right now, the search for a cat that everyone in the family will like is tough!), my dad has one. The cat is named Seymour. He's a great cat, he was originally mine and my dad took him when I lost the house I was renting about 13 years ago. Dad and Seymour are best friends. My dad was recently diagnosed with emphysema, he and Seymour already went through a lot when dad had heart surgery back in 2001 (my mom claims she went through more because of Seymour being so upset without dad at home  ). This time around, dad had a bad couple of days and now the cat is having problems. I'm going over tomorrow to get a better idea, but according to mom his urine smells like kerosene. He doesn't do his normal head butt when you pet his head. He hasn't ran to eat, he hasn't ran at all. He's sleeping in unusual spots. His breathing is just not quite right. They don't want to run him off to the vet tonight because mom doesn't think the car ride would be good for him with how chilly it is here and how he sounds. Plus the cat always throws up in the car and they are hoping that maybe their vet may be able to help them tomorrow if they're open. Any ideas of how to make Seymour a little more comfy would be great. I don't think my dad could take something happening to that cat about 3 weeks after finding out he's got emphysema (and it is really bad). Thanks so much, Tina
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| I'm so sorry to tell you this - but I'm afraid your parents do need to get this kitty to the vet right away, like tonight. There are red flags all over your description of what's going on, but the two that make me believe this could be an emergency are that the cat's breathing isn't quite right and that he hasn't eaten. Please come back & tell us what happens - we all care about each other's kitties and will be looking for your post!
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| I agree with Cats Dolls. Seymour needs to see a vet right away. It is also not uncommon for animals who are very close to a particular person to 'go down hill' when their master is very ill. This connection/bond between humans and animals is referred to as, Guardian Fur-Angels, Daemons or Familiars. These are often terms associated with a witch's pet cat (a little Halloween trivia for you!), but it is a real connection that is very special. Seymour could bounce back from this, but he needs to see a vet. 14 years old is like 80+ in human years. Please come back and let us know how Seymour and your dad are doing. We're praying for you!
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any update on your dads cat yet?
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