Looking for a little hope.

[oafydude28]

My male cat George was neutered a few days ago.  The procedure did not go well.  The vet said he had an alergic reaction to the penicillin that caused his lungs and heart to shut down.  They were able to revive him but he looks like he has brain damage.  The first day he just layed there and had for be fed by seringe.  

Now we have him home and the vet has us feeding him jars of chicken baby food.  It takes along time to get him started eating.  He can not find the food him self because it looks like he can't see or smell.

We can let him out and he will just walk and walk and walk and walk.  He is running in to every thing.  

What can I do to help him along?  Is there a chance that I could get my old George back? He is only 6 mo. old.

  

[LindaTX]

I feel so bad for your kitty but a think the stimulation he is getting can only be a good thing....maybe even pictures on the inside of his crate or toys in the bathtub would be good....anything that would jog his memory or create new memories.  Does he act like he knows or remembers you?  His sister may not have been feeling all that great herself, hopefully she will become more accepting of him because he really needs that connection to her.  I hope he fully recovers....just keep working with him.

[oafydude28]

Again thank you for the support it means alot.

When I said we let him out I should have said let him roam the living room.  We are keeping him in our bath tub in our master bedroom.

The supplement that I am giving him is NUTRI-CAL "CAT" its a high calorie nutritional supplement and The vet said he always gives them penicillin after surgery.

I have another kitten who is the sister of George and her name is Gracie.  They were both fixed on the same day and she was able to come home the same day.  George had to stay at the vets for a day and a half.  Well she is now growling and hissing at him.  I can tell he wants to see her because when she makes her call he will walk in that direction but he ends up getting a soft smack in the face.  How can I get her be close with him again now that he does not have any social skills?

I will keep every one updated.  

[Jade59]

Oh, I agree..these small improvements are Very promising and definitely a step in the right direction.  If you don't have access to a crate, just a large cardboard box made all comfy  would do for now.  How is George doing with the litter box?  

Please keep posting.  We all care very much.  And Big Hugs to you!  We know taking care of a pet as sick as George is very stressful.  

[opus88]

good for George!!! ...........with a brain injury every little improvement means alot. nice to hear.
tell me what are the supplements you are giving him? these are crucial to his healing and growth as you know.
you said in your first post that 'we cannot let him out' I hope you won't let him anywhere near the outdoors, he is much to vulnerable as he is and would be an easy target for any stays around....he needs alot of protection and extra care until he has completely regained his strength and abilities, I would in fact give him a little crate to sleep in when someones not around to watch him so he doesn't harm himself...at least for the first few weeks..
keep us updated, this is looking very promising.♥

[oafydude28]

Thank you so much for the support.

We are feeding him chicken and turkey baby food.  I just got him some supplements so he has all the vitamins that he needs to repair his mind.  He has made some small improvements today.  His walk is starting to look alittle more natural and not so robotic.   He is also starting to problem solve when he runs into something and not continuing to walk against an object.  

We are getting a referral to the U of M to see a neurologist to see were he is at and what kind of challenges are ahead.

[Piparskeggr]

There is hope for George.  He has youth and you on his side.

When my old cat Calamity Jane (11/1982 - 03/2004) had a stroke a couple of weeks before she passed on...the vet was trying an enzyme therepy, which was helping her heal.  Unfortunately a 2nd, more massive stroke got her.

See if your vet is aware of this treatment.

Take care - Pip