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Parent748079

Our apartment was destroyed by a pine tree in hurricane helene anout3am friday. We couldnt find our cat til today(tjank God). But shes acting very weird and spaced out. I thought she was passing out or dying a few times. I think she in shock. But our town is torn up bt this hureicane... No power or water so there is no vet services available. Can she die of shock?

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Meemeow
Cat, Unknown
2 years 6 months, Female
Issue details
Main concern
Others
Duration
2 day(s)
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Dr. Brown
Dr.Tail Vet

I'm truly sorry to hear about the difficult situation you're facing with your cat. It's completely understandable that she might be in shock after such a traumatic event. Shock in cats is very serious and can be life-threatening, so it's crucial to take immediate action to help her.

First and foremost, try to keep her as calm and comfortable as possible. Create a quiet, safe space for her away from any noise or disturbances. Offer her some water and food, but don't force her to eat or drink if she's not interested.

It's important to monitor her breathing and heart rate. If you notice that she is having difficulty breathing, has a rapid or weak pulse, or is unresponsive, these are signs of severe shock, and she needs immediate veterinary care. Even if local services are disrupted, do your best to find any available emergency services or animal rescue organizations that might be operating in your area.

To keep her warm, wrap her in a blanket, but be careful not to overheat her. If she has any visible injuries, gently clean them with clean water and apply light pressure with a clean cloth to stop any bleeding.

Keep a close eye on her condition. If she shows signs of improvement, continue to provide a calm and safe environment. However, if her condition worsens or she remains unresponsive, seek out any available veterinary help as soon as possible, even if it means traveling to a nearby town.

If you have any further questions or need additional assistance, please don't hesitate to ask. Thank you.

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Parent748079

Thank you for your help. meemeow seems alot more herself. She even came out her safespot to mingle with us and our dog, Zeus, during dinner. While she is extremly skittish and scared, at least she is interacting with us. I wanted to ask what do i need to watch for til i can get her to the vet? Can she sleep or do i need to keep her awake, like a head injury? What do i need to watch for?

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Dr. Brown

I'm glad to hear that Meemeow is starting to come around! It’s a positive sign that she’s interacting again, even though she’s still a bit skittish. Since she’s been through such a stressful event, it’s important to keep monitoring her for any lingering signs of distress or injury.

You don’t need to keep her awake as long as she hasn’t shown signs of head trauma, such as stumbling, confusion, or trouble walking. Sleep is crucial for her recovery, so let her rest as much as she needs. However, continue to watch for any of these concerning symptoms:

- If she starts limping, seems uncoordinated, or shows weakness.
- Labored or rapid breathing is a red flag.
- Keep track of her appetite and hydration.
- If she suddenly withdraws again, becomes unusually aggressive, or seems confused.