This week Casper was not acting like his normal self. He was lethargic and had decreased appetite. He also had a sudden bout of very bad breath for about two days, as well as red gums and although it seems he wants to, he won't chew the toys and treats he normally loves.
We took him to the vet yesterday (July 3) to check it out. Blood tests done since then have shown that he is slightly anemic, and not producing new red blood cells, which can mean several things - all of them scary to me. We are going back on Monday to do another blood test to see the status, and then get a referral for a specialist who may do a bone marrow test to find out more.
The vet thinks the gums and bad breath (which has improves) are unrelated, and has put Casper on antibiotics as a precautionary measure in case there's an infection. The anemia is the more important issue now.
He is at home resting this weekend.
Please keep Casper in your prayers!
-Casper's very nervous mommy
Heed my advice!
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I am sorry that you are not able to find a good vet for Casper. I hope at some point he finds someone that he likes so that he can be examined and make sure that he is staying healthy.
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