Sick elderly cat

[Nmchngd]

Taking care of my neighbour's cat whilst he's away.

Cat is elderly.

Notice a LOT of blood in his poop (which is at top of stairs even though cat is litter trained, could just be age thing where he's pooing).

Msg cat owner to tell him, he replies 'ah yeh, he does that, kick him out at night.

I said to my friend I'm considering taking cat to vet whilst owner away, as owner obviously is aware cat isn't well and for whatever reason, isn't doing anything about it.

Friend says not to interfere, not my business. I'm so sad for the cat, he's lovely, really affectionate-came over to me and arched his back to make it easier for me to pick him up-obviously really wanted to be cuddled.

He might not pay for vet is the only thing. Can you afford it?

The poor thing...kicking him out...

I'm honestly not bothered about that, chockbic . The poor thing might be in pain

Yes I can afford it, I know neighbour doesn't have much £ but to me, if you have an animal It's a responsibility, sometimes you have to spend on them and if you can't afford it, you shouldn't have them.

I put making a sick animal comfortable, above the negatives about interfering and what people think of it? Friend's reaction surprised me a little.

I agree with you, sorry you're in this situation.

And yes at the kicking out. I have 'kicked' my cats out at night before, but only if they wanted to go out and I know if they don't go out, they wake me up in the night meowing to be let out!But they aren't elderly and sick :(

Shall you message the owner and say you're taking the cat in?

I think if I do that, he'll think I'm judging him and not be happy. Maybe I should take him (IF I can get an appointment), and then if he needs medication or anything afterwards then I'll have to tell the owner anyway. If not, then I'll decide whether or not to mention it. Glad someone agrees anyway.

Cat's currently cuddled up next to me, which I know is naughty (cat's not allowed in any rooms that have furniture, just hall/stairs/landing). This is only a recent thing It's always been allowed before. I know this because I've looked after the cat for a few year's running. That also must be very confusing for the cat. I know animals don't have 'human emotions' but I don't know, I think cats can definitely feel sad/hurt/rejected?

If you do take it to the vet then it could cost £100's to find out what's wrong, they will probably just take a guess as to what it is and could recommend he is put to sleep ( not a choice you can make ).

Poor cat is probably on its last legs, hopefully they will take it to the vets when they get home and do what's best for the poor thing.

That's something I've considered, marne. Obviously I'd never do that behind anyone's back!

He is stiff and obviously old, but he's still eating,sunbathing, liking affection.. I don't think he's at the no quality of life stage.

I was thinking perhaps the vet could give advice on diet, give medication or painkillers etc.

I'm going to have a google and see if any info on cats with this issue.