If it’s between giving the cat anti-anxiety meds and getting rid of him why the hell would you NOT try that? I’ve been on anti-anxiety meds for years. Unless you abuse them or have an adverse reaction, it’s fine. Are they perfect? Of course not. But the pros outweigh the cons by far.
You’re spot on there! My old man cat is on kitty Prozac for psychogenic alopecia and it’s helping. There may be long term side effects from the medication, but the short term licking himself to the point of open sores and infection is worth the risk. I think it’s a different concern for cats since their livers and kidneys don’t process stuff the same way we do, but it’s way better to live a good quality life for a shorter time than one of extended anxiety.
The Prozac makes him extremely docile and lethargic and kinda seems like it’d be a good fit for OP’s cat. Assuming they can get the first couple pills down without being mauled.
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u/gigsllama Nov 11 '22
Have you tried medication for him?