My cat w/crf (kidney disease) sometimes eats litter and licks the pavement; is this a sign of deficiency?He's in the end stages of renal disease and I don't want to bring him to the vet and force him through anymore blood tests or treatments. Is this behavior some type of deficiency and can I get a liquid vitamin for him?
He has also become very weak and can't jump onto the sink or table or chair anymore...what can I do to get his strength back? He still has a healthy appetite and goes outside and lies on my lap happily.
Posted by Suzie
Sometimes cats get pica (eating strange things) when they are anemic. His crf may be causing bone marrow suppression which will lead to a non-regenerative anemia. Check your kitty's gum color, if it is pale pink, this might be the case. Regardless, speak with your vet and explain that you want to continue with palliative, supportive care with no further testing. A good vet will understand and help you to keep your cat as comfortable as possible.
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