My cat coughed for over a weekend in May and was taken to the vet. After the X-ra​y he was suspected to have lung cancer. However​, he as well suffered from HCM so CT or surgery would be very risky. We took a palliative treatment option and he was subscribed with steroid and medication to help with HCM. When first detected, his weighed only 4.8kg (normally 6kg), and he breath ​was aprox.​ 28 respirations per minute. Over the course of three months, now he's gaining the weight back a bit (5.5kg) however the breath​ accelerated to 40+ per minute. Monthly X-Ray also showed indication of spreading. Apart from the short of breath, he is sweet and happy as always, as if he's not sick at all. We now work hard to keep his appetite and weight, however, I'm wondering if there's anything else I can do to help him feel better and live longer with a life​ of quality. Thanks.

I noticed my cat had a bit of a cough starting a few months ago. We brought him to the vet for an x-ray and they saw a mass in his right lung. We were referred to a cancer centre where they performed an ultrasound, bloodwork, a CT scan and a biopsy. They found that the mass had spread to several spots in his right lung. I was surprised because his bloodwork came back normal and he seems to be his normal self besides the coughing. The vet has told us it is aggressive and the only treatment would be chemo which would be hard on him and would only extend his life a short time. We have decided to do an at-home vet service to euthanize him when the time comes. I do not want to end his life prematurely, but I also could not stand to see him suffer. Will it be obvious when his time has come and he is suffering? What should I look out for? Do you have any idea of how long he will have left? I am absolutely devastated at the thought of losing my best friend.

Good evening, I don’t know for sure if my cat has cancer but he hasn’t eaten anything in 3 weeks, he’s loosing weight, all he does is lay around, I took him to the vet 2x n they prescribe a medicine for his appetite n steroids but there pills n if he’s not eating how is he gonna get the meds. The vet suggested euthanizing him but just wanna know something definite 1st

What are the treatments for lung cancer in cat? He's 10 years old, otherwise healthy. Prognosis? What are the parameters for making appropriate decisions regarding his health?

Annie, a orange rescue cat from Animal Control at 7 mo in 2004, felt like she had small bubble wrap under her skin this past wknd. In Feb 2018, she had a fatty tissue tumor, benign, removed and her teeth cleaned. Her blood work prior was excellent. In Sept 2019, this short haired gal became matted. I made an apt at the groomer I use for my 2 persians, and two days prior I went to the vet so she could see this new development. She did another blood panel and it was excellent for her age again. She sad she just seemed dry and give more liquid like tuna in water juice or chicken broth. Annie didn't like chicken broth so I tried organic chicken bone broth which she loved. I also curried her fur every 2 or 3 days, which she loves, to keep her smooth and simulate the skin. She is eating and drinking well, acts like her normal self, alert, happy, purring nothing different. Until this "bubble wrap" noise under her skin. Took her to the vet today, xrays which I saw show lungs w/filmy stuff all over all but a tiny lower portion of both lungs completely. Vet said she had never seen such poor quality lungs with total physical appearance of all is well. No coughing, breathing issues, distress. She said it could be asma but no breathing issues?? So it must be cancer, not as in a mass/tumor but multiple small masses all over. The "bubble wrap" subcutaneous emphysema must have come from a small tear in the lung that has self closed for now and will dissipate. Vet said she could give her steroids but that could cause another tear? So basically, I've been told go home, love her, be with her and wait for a further decline to decide when to compassionately let her go. Could be a wk or a couple mo?? Still in shock/denial mode so not sure what I should do. See another dr/spec, try homeopathic ideas suggested above. Just numb right now. We just love them so much and want to do the best for them.

A week ago my beautiful red tabby started favoring his rear paws and I found black crust around the cuticles of both paws. I cleaned him with betadine and warm water, thinking it was litter. Went to vet Tuesday and put him on clavamox. In addition to the medication causing gastrointestinal distress, yesterday his right front paw started bothering him. Today I found out he has lung-digit syndrome. At this point my only option is palliative care to try and keep him comfortable. I would also love to know which turmeric supplement to use. I fear I have little time left with my handsome belly boy but I have other cats with other issues. It would be helpful.