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My senior cat has FIP and is suffering. Is euthanasia the best option?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Wirehair | Male | neutered | 16 years and 2 months old

I got a cat 15 yrs old diagnosed by his vet as FIP wet .... the doctor suggested to put him to sleep I am truly confused to do thia although he said this will help him to stop his suffer since supportive treatments wont help him anymore as he atopped eating ... is this correct?

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Answered By Lauren Kennedy, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 4th, 2017

Unfortunately, there is no treatment for FIP and if your cat is suffering then euthanasia is the best option. I'm so sorry you're having to go through this and make this decision. I wish there was more we could recommend for you but I think you're a vet has your cats best interest at heart.

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