Are IV fluids safe for my cat? Understanding the risks and benefits.

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Are IV fluids harmful for cats? Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 4 months old

Ann Dion, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. IV fluids can be harmful to cats if they are in heart failure, or given at too high of a rate or if they are given and not supervised. Otherwise IV fluids are a wonderful tool in making sick cats feel better, especially in conditions of pancreatitis, kidney disease, toxicities, diabetes, etc. I would discuss these with your vet, but used properly IV fluids are great, and a very important part of medical therapy.

Are IV fluids safe for my cat? Understanding the risks and benefits.

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