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Sharon - Here's some information about this topic..but not saying any of
this relates to your case specifically...you absolutely did the right thing
by taking Beeper in and your vet has a better handle on his case than
anybody. I really feel for you and the worry you are going
through.
The main concern with cats swallowing string is that it can tangle in the
intestines or the intestines have trouble passing it on because it is so thin so
they work much harder and begin to telescope on themselves (http://www.chanhassenvet.com/1082760.html)
or it can cause intestinal obstruction. It sometimes requires surgery -
hopefully not in your case. I'd go with exactly what the doctor
says. I'd also watch him carefully for a while.
Most of the articles I've read say don't pull the string (from either
end).
It seems like we always think of yarn and cats as going
together...string a common play toy -- but it's really dangerous. I didn't
realize this until I went through this ordeal with Shakiti (and I've had
kitties for years and years). Cats have also had terrible trouble
from ingesting bread ties and other small things they like to play with
The way a cat's tongue is - once they start to swallow something -
they can't get it back out of their mouth. I've read of cases where cats
will swallow a needle and thread -- and the thread is more of a threat than
the needle.
Now, after I use dental floss - I wrap it and then bury it the kitchen
garbage can (not the smaller ones in the bathroom).
Here's a good article for everybody on cat-proofing your home:
Keep us posted on Beeper. Not saying any of this to make you
uncomfortable but just to raise awareness for all of us.
Best to you and to Beeper
elizabeth
In a message dated 10/23/2006 9:27:17 A.M. Central Daylight Time,
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