Weeds? Your neighbors should count themselves lucky, we still have 5 foot high snowbanks here! I'd take weeds anyday, I'm sick of winter!
It sounds like he's uncomfortable, too bad they were unable to drain any fluid off. If they have ultrasound, that would help guide the aspiration needle to the fluid pocket (or verify if there is fluid, and not a tumor). FIP is hard to diagnose. We've had several long discussions on it on this list, do search the archives for FIP, you will find a ton of info. My thoughts are with you, I'll send him peaceful thoughts of comfort. Phaewryn http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Special Needs Cat Resources