Got Milk?

It's not good for them because it's hard for them to digest however, there is a brand of milk that cats can have and it's called cat's milk which is made by whiskas. I'm enclosing a picture of it so you can see what it looks like so you can look for it to buy in the future. It's much easier for them to digest.

You are so kind for doing that for your pet,I have no pet,but i like cat,it is so cute and clever!

Older cats can be lactose intollerant, so if he has trouble in the cat box later, don't give him anymore. We have an older cat who throws up every time he gets milk.

Could Tony possibly have worms?

I do not have a cat....but when we lived on the farm we always gave them milk...in fact sometimes when my dad was milking a cow they would stand near him and he would give them a squirt! They loved it and sat around licking their faces long after they got the treat!

My daughter took animal care and production i school and she said you shouldn't give a cat milk that often..Maybe once in a while and not very much..Does he like cat treats? Maybe that would be a good alternative..

We do have an older cat but I don't give her milk. She had surgery over 2 years ago and it took a couple of days to get her back on her feet. She didn't want to eat or dink so the vet suggested we pour a little bit of milk in her water. It worked very well and didn't seem to bother her stomach. You might want to read this page and see if this helps: http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=1006043015155

adult cats can get diarhea and that is why it is not advisable to give adult cats milk, you should really ask your vet what do for your cat.

It is better to give them catmilk bought at the store. Cow's milk will more than likely give him the runs then you may have a big mess to clean up.

Tony probably has an over active thyroid. It is very common in cats. Other illnesses are possible, too, but I'd bet that is the most likely one. Try to get him to the vet as soon as you possibly can. Call and talk to the actual vet -- ask that the vet call you back when they finish seeing patients -- and tell her/him that you don't have much money and your cat is very old and is always acting like he's starving and is thin. Ask her how you can help him for the least amount of money, because of your financial situation. Many vets will be able to make some shortcuts, once they feel you understand it is not a complete exam, to save you some $$ and still get your pet some care. Don't give him milk! It often gives cats diarrhea and that will make him thinner.[i][/i] Until you can get him to the vet, just feed him often, and feed him more when he asks. Try to limit the amount to a normal sized cat meal but just give more often, so he doesn't over eat all at once. Basically, let him eat all the time if he wants, but just don't let him eat a huge amount at one time -- better for him to eat a normal amount and then come back in a bit for more. He really IS hungry and the fact that he's so thin shows that he is not getting all his food and nutrition put to good use in his body. The medication for hyperthyroid is fairly inexpensive and sometimes you can get it cheaper from your own pharmacist - ask the vet. But you'll need a blood test and exam to confirm that's the problem and to determine the dosage for the medication. That will cost a good bit more than the medication costs, but again, as your vet for any help to cut out anything that is not absolutely necessary. This can kill him if not treated, eventually, so try to get him to the vet asap, but it's not an emergency if you can keep him eating while you try to work out the vet payment.

I've heard it's bad for their digestive system. My mom was an avid cat lover, and she got this advice somewhere, don't remember where, but my mom seemed to know a ton about cats. There's this stuff they sell in stores call Catsip, it's like milk, only something cats can digest. You can look for that.

[b]I've herd both, too. I do know it's not good, particularly, for kittens, since diarreah (sp?!)can kill them very quickly, & milk will exacerbate the runs. Better to see what your vet recommends. Can you buy KMR where you are (Kitty Milk Replacement--a fake milk for nursing kittens)? Again--& I can't stress this strongly enough--TALK TO YOUR VET. Maybe your kitty has a tapeworm, I don't know. Now you have me worrying.... Maggiepie[/b]

We used to do it when we were little. I don't see why not, my mom used to heat it though in like a babies bottle in the microwave just to take the chill off and said to keep from churning his stomach. But who knows. Nothing was ever wrong with our cats. But I am no vet and would hate to tell you yes and then something happen to him. Just trust your instinct.

Milk generally is too rich for cats and will give them diarrhea.

Take a fecal sample into the vet too, he might have worms. They get worms from eating an infested flea, I am told. Even if a cat never goes outside, you can bring a flea in on your pants leg. I give my cats Lactaid brand milk because I am also lactose intolerant. They do fine with it.