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First step is to see your vet. Diarrhea and bloody feces are nothing to take mildly. Hopefully it's something minor (intestinal parasites, stress colitis, diet, etc.) but it could be a subtle sign of a more serious condition.
Good luck with your baby,
Dr. ErnieView Thread

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One tip: write down everything you're observing BEFORE you visit your vet. This will help you remember details you may forget during the visit.
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Take digital pictures NOW to mark any changes.
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My suspicion is the shelter is referring to feline herpes virus infection. Don't worry; you can't get herpes from cats! This is their version and it typically results in chronic (life-long) intermittent infections of the upper respiratory tract. Clinical signs usually involve runny eyes, sneezing and decreased appetite. Most cases "run their course" in about two weeks while others require extensive treatment. I often recommend cats with herpes conjunctivitis be given a nutritional supplement, L-lysine, for life to help attenuate outbreaks.
Other more serious infections are a possibility.
If you have any additional information, please post so that we may have a better clinical picture.
As an aside, if you're contemplating adopting a shelter cat, keep in mind that herpes infection is extremely common in the cat population and shouldn't deter you from adoption. If you do, take it to your vet before allowing it to contact any of your existing feline family members.
Good luck! Dr. ErnieView Thread

Poor boy! Some key medical history information to help your vet help your pet include:
1) When is the diarrhea/vomiting occurring? Is there a pattern? After feeding? In the morning? Etc.
2) Characterize the vomitus/diarrhea.
3) What is your pet's current diet? Include any treats, table snacks, supplements, etc. VERY IMPORTANT because diet is often a key cause of chronic, intermittent vomiting and diarrhea.
4) Medications, including heartworm and flea preventives.
5) Any previous medical history/illness/injuries.
Aside from this issue, I also advocate neutering your baby unless he is being used for breeding.
Take this information to your vet and see what the next steps are. Many of these cases can be readily identified and corrected with just a little work from everyone.
Good luck! Dr. ErnieView Thread




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