my 17yr old cat was diagnosed with pancreatitis last Wednesday and after tests/scans was given vetergesic (opiod) injection and I was told to give 0.3ml orally that evening which I did.
Cat went hypo, pupils dilated and couldn't settle wandering from room to room then sat facing a wall just staring at it. Seemed to be unable to jump onto the bed didn't want to be cuddled and I usually can't get him off my lap.
Phoned vet and she said maybe the dose was too high and that because his pupils were dilated he might not be able to see very well.
Now he's like he's afraid and is hiding under the bed and his pupils are still large. Vet said drug would be out of his system in 8 hours but it's been 36 hours now but that may be because he's not eating or drinking much.He's acting really strangely.
I'm phoning them again tomorrow morning but wondered if anyone had any advice on how to comfort him. I'm really worried about him. Thanks in advance.
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anoldiebutagoody · 18/12/2015 22:52
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