What to Do NextHow to Decide If the Cat Needs Veterinary Attention and When: To decide if a cat needs or not veterinary attention and, in case that it does, when can it be more complicated. For each one of the emergencies contemplated in this book a table has been elaborated to help him decide when to administer first aids at once. If the life of the feline is in danger, if the irreversible risk of injuries exists or if it suffers pain, in the tables will appear the following indications: - Go to the Vet's Office NOW
This means as soon as possible. Phone the Veterinarian previously to be sure that he can attend you in that moment and take your cat to the clinic as fast as possible. There are other problems that, without being so urgent, need immediate veterinary attention. In these cases, the table shows the following : - Go to the Veterinarian the same day 12 hrs
Nevertheless, in some situations the consultation can wait until the following day, although you must phone the vet as soon as possible. There are other emergencies that need a less urgent additional veterinarian treatment. In such a case, the table indicates as follows: - Go to the Vet's office within 24 hrs
In these circumstances, the consultation can wait until the following day: - Go to the Vet's office SOON
The consultation can wait up until it turns out to be suitable for the Veterinary and for you. Finally, there are many other emergencies that you can attend at home, without the need to appeal to the Vet's Office. Although the probabilities of complications arise are scanty, there can be buried problems depending on the place of residence, the season of the year, and the age, size, sex and race of your cat. In those circumstances, the table indicates: - Phone to the Veterinarian for asking advice
A great number of incidents can be diagnosed not only at home, but treated as well. Follow the instructions carefully. If the feline is not better in a short time although you have given him the best caresses, get in contact with your veterinarian. |