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She's just being a cat. Be patient, but be persistent! I've worked with the World's Most Stubborn Cats and eventually we get things done. :) If there are any high-value treats she likes, even if they're a little junky like Greenies, all's fair in love and cat carriers!

Hi Sally! It's not that hard to teach a cat to tolerate a carrier. Set aside *your* fear as it will influence her! Here's a summary of how to desensitize it and make the carrier her friend: How to Teach Your Cat to Go in Their Carrier

Hi Michael, wow I am beyond impressed--ecstatic, really--at the amount of research you've done and knowledge you've accrued! So, naturally, I have to tease you a little bit, and play the devil's advocate! A good debate is a precious thing! You make many interesting points about our friend the...

BTW thanks for mentioning that the web page wasn't working. I can't figure out why, as it looks fine from the back end, but I republished it here Hyperthyroidism in Cats | Little Big Cat - Dr. Jean Hofve

I understand your point of view, and of course it is far preferable to avoid toxins and chemicals. Though sometimes things get confusing. A lot of people avoid antibiotics, yet don't hesitate to use colloidal silver--which is absolutely an antibiotic. As always, risks and benefits need to be...

Yowling and vomiting are cardinal symptoms of hyperthyroidism, which you are no longer treating having taken her off the y/d. Not that I'm a fan of y/d, but it *was* helping, although her T4 was still extremely high. That needs to be addressed. Holistic therapies are wonderful but they take...

Mirtazapine has worked well for me but it takes a few days to kick in. If you’re considering it, start now. It can be compounded into a topical so it doesn’t go through GI tract. If comfort and treat foods aren’t tempting enough, it’s probably worth a try. Meat baby foods are a good option for...

Just found this case report by cancer researcher Prof. Thomas Seyfriend of Boston College. He has done quite a bit of work with dogs and ketogenic diets. This dog had a nasty mast cell tumor under his nose that completely resolved on a raw, calorie-restricted diet. These are vicious tumors! No...

Pumpkin is okay, but let's not treat a "potential" issue, only the ones we see! You could mix a little of the duck in with the turkey, see how that goes.

Duck is really high in fat and may indeed be too much for her.

Hi Daysha, don't know how I missed this, sorry! 1. I'm doing fantastic, the knees are healing great and I have resumed my fun travels! 2. The screensaver was made up by AI. Wish I could remember what I asked it for, but I absolutely adore the result! 3. Crystals, I would consider malachite...

Generally no.

Just FYI, ultrasound does not require sedation.

Stoppage of estrogen triggers hair loss, so say my friends after they gave birth! Stress can be a factor of course. And... it's that time of year when they trade seasonal coats. Just maintain great nutrition with lots of protein, maybe add a little extra biotin and Omega-3s to support the...

I agree that we don't have the full information on which the diagnosis was based, but there was no doubt more than stated in the brief original post. There are certainly other things going on, but a full homeopathic workup and treatment will address the entire picture.

Welcome, Siri! My family is 100% Norwegian so I am especially happy to see you here! :) Cats are pure carnivores and do not need fruits, vegetables, or grains, so you may want to cut back on those. All carbs break down into sugar eventually, which disturbs the insulin-glucose metabolism. In...

Cold laser is fantastic! I have seen it work miracles for all kinds of problems. Make sure it is class II and not class IV, which burns the tissue. (If you have to use protective eyewear, that's the wrong kind!)

I'm back in the land of (better) signal! Good that they do not spray the hemp crops. This appears to be a hemp grower who figured out a use for the leftovers, well done! But they really need to caution their retailers against falsely claiming USDA organic status--the penalties are severe. I...

Oh gosh, bless you for taking care of these kitties in need! Since you have a little time, start their basic training. Since they come to you for food, you can delay feeding while you do short training sessions with them. Clicker training would be perfect here. Karen Pryor has a great book...

The s/d canned is the one I would use for right now. It's specific for struvite stones and will dissolve them very fast. Remember that this may be a different type of stone and that won't work, but I personally think it's worth a try to get her some comfort asap! :)