My cat has asthma and I’m getting incredibly frustrated with everything. I want her to be ok and the constant asthma attackes despite treatment and vet “supervision” are also incredibly trying and I literally can’t think or have any peace for any extended amount of time in the midst of this never ending storm

I tried inhaled corticosterioids (fluticasone) with rescue (ventolin) for over 2 months using the special brand name cat inhaler AeroKat without any effect on the constant asthma attacks.

She’s currently on prednisolone mixed with liquid cat treat which seemed to work for a bit but its been like 2 months and she’s basically at square one again :(

Running out of ideas and I’m curious about those who have found success i managing this and what that looks like day to day. I swear to god, I’m losing my mind over this and the like 1000-1500 ive spent not to mention untold hours thinking about this

Thinking of demanding or switching vets to get:

  • daily prednisolone
  • 3-4 month supply of prednisolone PER REFILL not every fucking month for half the month
  • argiope
    8·
    6 days ago

    Does she have any allergies that trigger the asthma attacks?

    • cheese_greater@lemmy.worldOP
      10·
      6 days ago

      Not that I know of. I do notice it increases when they are (inadvertantly, some days I’m not on top of taking it away after adequate feedig time) allowed to free feed but I am going to work harder to make sure I dont.

      But it also seems like there’s always been this thing where if I randomly starting petting her that it would trigger it. I think its almost starting to make me superstitious out of trauma

      • FoxyFerengi@lemm.ee
        10·
        6 days ago

        I was originally going to suggest low dust litter, but it’s entirely possible it’s a fragrance that is triggering her attacks in close contact with you. Things like laundry detergents and deodorant often have strong scents that even some humans need to avoid

        • cheese_greater@lemmy.worldOP
          6·
          6 days ago

          I do notice she digs a lot (its unnecessaey cuz automatic litter box but i get that doesnt necessarily affect cat instincts lol) and she often starts a fit either in or shortly after exiting.

          What are the words to look for in product details? Low-dust, anything else?

          I always go for unscented but are there any other words that are salient? Low-dust you said…

          • FoxyFerengi@lemm.ee
            3·
            5 days ago

            Hypoallergenic is a good word to look for. If the low dust litter is helping, the other comment about filters on vents is definitely something you should try.

            I would also suggest a log of fits, and record when she had them, what she was around, and what she was doing. Allergens are common triggers, but exercise can also trigger an attack on some. Or it might be an unknown variable that will only be obvious from your logged data

            She’s lucky to have someone who is trying so hard to give her a higher quality of life