posted on May 25, 2001 06:01:36 AM new
We just bought a set of magnets that you roll over your body to relieve muscle, joint pain, etc. They seem to help, and my cat loves them!
He's a nearly 14 year old Siamese. He loves to be brushed, of course. When I was using these on my neck yesterday, he got in my lap, and I tried them on him, just for the heck of it. I have never seen him get into something so quickly, turning all around to make sure I got every spot.
Later that evening, I picked them up again, and he shot into my lap, eyes fixed on that box! We tried it several times-every time we picked them up, he jumped in our laps.
Now, who knows if it's really helping his old joints any, or if it just feels good. But if he likes it that well, who cares? Have a senior cat you want to make happy? give it a try!
posted on May 25, 2001 10:38:03 AM new
Thank-you bearmom! I have a 17 year old that has moderate arthitis and always wished there was something I could do for him. I've tried the heating pad, and he loves that. (Mine doesn't "kneed the dough", so he's safe! ) I'll try the magnets!
I'd like to give him a pain pill once in awhile - is there anything safe to give to cats?
posted on May 25, 2001 11:54:43 AM new
I don't know if there are any pills for cat arthritis. Look for a Nikken dealer and ask them for the 'magboy'. This is a very reputable brand, unlike the stuff you see at WallyWorld or in the backs of magazines. It's two round knobby magnets in a plastic box-if you can't find one, let me know. About 50 dollars, but you CAN use it on yourself, too! And worth every penny, according to my cat.
posted on May 25, 2001 06:17:05 PM new
Kraftdinner: My dog as arthritis in one leg. The vet prescribed a daily anti-inflammatory pill which has been quite effective. Ask your vet if there is something similar for cats.
posted on May 25, 2001 06:51:05 PM new
My snobbish cat won't even play with catnip toys, so I was really pleased to find something that he appreciated, and that seemed to make him feel better. This company also makes insoles that are supposed to be wonderful-but how do I get him to keep 4 shoes on all day?
posted on May 25, 2001 09:12:28 PM new
Cats can't be given aspirin or tylenol or such pain killers - the chemicals in it can't be processed by the cat's body, and it's toxic.
Our cat Galahad takes a vet-prescribed 5mg tablet of Prednisolone every other day for his arthritis. He was hit by a car about 10 years ago, but the arthritis got really bad within the last year.
posted on May 26, 2001 02:14:54 AM new
Dang!! I thought this thread was about ways to attach cats to the Fridge!!!
Seriously, I don't have any info for ya, but I am looking at the pain killers because I have a Lab who will develop displaysia within the next few years....
Keith
I assume full responsibility for my actions, except
the ones that are someone else's fault.
posted on May 28, 2001 09:13:14 PM newGlenda,
Please keep an eye on your cat's health otherwise. Our cat was on prednisolone also for arthritis and eventually developed both diabetes and kidney problems. These have shown to be related to prolonged use of steroids in cats.
) I'll try the magnets!