My cat swallowed some polystyrene, help!

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26/06/2013, 21:01

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Hi everyone.

So here's what's happened: when I got home from work today, my mum, my brother and I found the bin completely ripped apart with a polystyrene tray that had been "chewed up". There's a very good chance it was my cat, Mystic, who ate it! I only found this out a few hours ago and I haven't got any liquid paraffin! I've no idea how much she might have swallowed. What should I do? Should I take her to the vet tomorrow, bearing in mind that I'm a bit short on cash? (I'm only doing temp work over the holidays to pay for my driving licence). Or should I wait for "symptoms" to appear? (At the moment Mystic is sleeping peacefully on the bed). I'm really scared of losing her because I know it's toxic and could be fatal! Thanks a lot for any advice.

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Anonymous user Icon representing the flag French

30/06/2013, 22:51

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Spot on!

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Coco33150

30/06/2013, 22:50

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It’s so rare to get an update afterwards!!

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Coco33150

30/06/2013, 22:50

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Great, keep an eye on her!!!

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Anonymous user Icon representing the flag French

30/06/2013, 22:29

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I’m just catching up with the story mid-way ;) Really happy for your girl, thank goodness you got a move on :)

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Anonymous user Icon representing the flag French

30/06/2013, 22:29

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No worries. That's great news.

Have a good evening.

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Anonymous user Icon representing the flag French

30/06/2013, 22:28

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Great!

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Anonymous user Icon representing the flag French

30/06/2013, 22:24

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Hi everyone! First of all, thanks for all your advice. I took Mistic to the vet thanks to a friend, and there's nothing to worry about! The vet said there weren't any signs of poisoning, but she still prescribed some meds that I'm giving her every morning and evening (liquid paraffin and a metoclopramide syrup) to prevent a blockage! Mistic seems to be doing fine, except she's getting a bit restless being cooped up in my room ^^ (the vet said she needs to stay indoors for a bit, and I have to make sure she's doing her business and isn't being sick). She doesn't seem to like her meds very much ^^ but I'm making sure her "recovery" goes as well as possible and that she doesn't get too bored in the room. Thanks everyone, really, and have a lovely evening!

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28/06/2013, 19:50

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I hope she pulls through.

Keep us posted.

Best of luck.

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