T-Rex The Cat
T-Rex, a handsome tuxedo kitty from Minnesota, has been battling a stubborn bladder stone for several months. Despite medications and following a prescription diet designed to dissolve bladder stones, T-Rex stone has grown, causing him discomfort, and it puts him at a higher risk for a life-threatening urethral obstruction.
MINNESOTA
Active Date
THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2024
Status
Pets In Most Need
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T-Rex, a handsome tuxedo kitty from Minnesota, has been battling a stubborn bladder stone for several months. Despite medications and following a prescription diet designed to dissolve bladder stones, T-Rex stone has grown, causing him discomfort, and it puts him at a higher risk for a life-threatening urethral obstruction.
The only practical course of treatment at this point is to perform a cystotomy procedure and extract the stone. Removing the stone will alleviate T-Rexβs pain and possibly save his life. If the stone was to become dislodged, it could enter the urinary tract and become stuck, blocking his urethra.
T-Rex is only five years old; this surgery will be life-changing. The surgery costs between $1217.28 and $1461.30, but sadly, T-Rex's family cannot afford it. While Dad's paycheck currently covers their daily expenses, making ends meet is becoming increasingly challenging due to the rising inflation rate. An additional expense like this would push them further into debt.
T-Rexβs mom said, βHe is such an amazing and sweet cat. He is so great with the kids; our other cats adore him! We can't imagine our life without him.β
Most cats live a long, healthy life after bladder stone removal surgery. However, bladder stones can recur, so the stone will be sent to the laboratory to determine what type it is and the course of medications and prescription food T-Rex will need to prevent another stone in the future.
Your help will make a huge difference in giving T-Rex a chance to live a happy and healthy life.
