My cat has asthma and I'm getting incredibly frustrated with everything. I want her to be ok and the constant asthma attackes despite treatment and vet "supervision" are also incredibly trying and I literally can't think or have any peace for any extended amount of time in the midst of this never ending storm
I tried inhaled corticosterioids (fluticasone) with rescue (ventolin) for over 2 months using the special brand name cat inhaler AeroKat without any effect on the constant asthma attacks.
She's currently on prednisolone mixed with liquid cat treat which seemed to work for a bit but its been like 2 months and she's basically at square one again :(
Running out of ideas and I'm curious about those who have found success i managing this and what that looks like day to day. I swear to god, I'm losing my mind over this and the like 1000-1500 ive spent not to mention untold hours thinking about this
Thinking of demanding or switching vets to get:
- daily prednisolone
- 3-4 month supply of prednisolone PER REFILL not every fucking month for half the month
Does she have any allergies that trigger the asthma attacks?
Not that I know of. I do notice it increases when they are (inadvertantly, some days I'm not on top of taking it away after adequate feedig time) allowed to free feed but I am going to work harder to make sure I dont.
But it also seems like there's always been this thing where if I randomly starting petting her that it would trigger it. I think its almost starting to make me superstitious out of trauma
I was originally going to suggest low dust litter, but it's entirely possible it's a fragrance that is triggering her attacks in close contact with you. Things like laundry detergents and deodorant often have strong scents that even some humans need to avoid
And those plug in air fresheners. Those are really bad for people and cats
None of those :)
Wish it was something easy