Fur Mom Shares Worsening Condition of Her Pet Cat After Trying Online Home Remedy
A fur mom learned a painful lesson after her cat’s condition worsened because of a home remedy she bought online instead of consulting a veterinarian.
Fake medicine, also known as counterfeit medicine, refers to drugs or medical products that are not genuine and are illegally made to look like real medicines. These products are often sold online or in unregulated markets and may contain wrong ingredients, harmful substances, or no active ingredient at all.
Recently, Franzine Estanislao, a student and pet owner, shared how her cat, Kookie, started suffering from ear mites that caused irritation and discomfort. Because she didn’t have enough money for a vet visit, she decided to buy medicine online, hoping it would help.
However, instead of getting better, Kookie’s condition became worse.
A few days after using the medicine, Franzine noticed that Kookie’s head began to tilt uncontrollably. The cat lost balance, could no longer stand properly, and stopped eating. Worried, Franzine checked the medicine label again and discovered that what she had bought was fake.
Thankfully, several concerned netizens reached out to help her bring Kookie to a veterinarian. Upon examination, the vet confirmed that aside from ear mite infestation, Kookie had also developed a secondary bacterial infection that had spread throughout her body, causing a blood infection.
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With proper medical care, Kookie slowly began to recover. Her head is no longer tilting as before, and she has regained her appetite and energy.
Franzine admitted that she regretted choosing a cheaper alternative and learned that online remedies can be dangerous, especially when pets need professional care.
The fur mom’s experience reminds pet owners that while it may be tempting to save money, consulting a veterinarian remains the safest and most reliable way to ensure their pets’ health.