Rick

Rick is fully vaccinated, flea & worm treated and tested negative for FIV/FelV.

Rick came into care with some skin issues that were making him very uncomfortable, we believe they were caused by an allergy to chicken and he also has a condition called urticaria pigmentosa. A change in diet to a different protein (currently lamb) and antihistamines (periactin) have improved his skin dramatically and he is doing really well. 

We have confirmed periactin is okay for Rick to be on long term if needed (you can buy it for about $10 for a pack of 100 over the counter at your local chemist!), he is currently taking half a tablet morning and night. We are going to try reducing his dose to see if his skin condition remains controlled with less medication, eventually he might only need half a tablet every other day.

Rick can be also be prone to cystitis when stressed so care would need to be taken to ensure he drinks enough water, feels comfortable and safe and has lots of enrichment in his new home. We recommend using a water fountain to help encourage him to drink and maintaining his wet food only diet, and also things like feliway.