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Hello, you are through to Dr Linda, a UK based vet with 10 years of experience.
I'm sorry to hear this and understand your concern for Mylo.
When did he last pass urine?
Are his gums pink and wet?
You say he is not responding; do you mean he is unconscious?
Thank you, ok.
Does he go outside?
Any access to toxins inside the home such as lilies, raisins, essential oils, cleaning products or human medicine?
Any other signs such as weight loss, fast breathing, bloating, bad breath, diarrhoea or excess thirst?
Thank you.
Would you be able to count how many times he breathes in one minute?
Thanks
This is very rapid. Is this what he has been doing for the last few days?
Does he every breathe with his mouth open?
Even so, this is a very alarming breathing rate.
If you think it is because he is worried about being held, would it be an option to put him down, wait a few minutes and check his breathing rate when he is lying by himself?
I am just typing my reply now.
A normal breathing rate for a cat at rest should be about 12-20 breaths a minute, so Mylo's breathing rate is a red flag.
Fast breathing like this can have a range of causes including:
Given Mylo's signs, I would advise a vet visit right away.
He may need oxygen and medicine to help open his airways.
When stable, the vet may advise some tests such as a blood test and chest x-ray so we can get a diagnosis and start the most appropriate treatment plan.
I would call your nearest emergency vet now as this is a true emergency and waiting until tomorrow is not advised.
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Wishing Mylo all the very best.
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