What are sub-q's?

 

Sub-q's stand for subcutaneous fluids which are given to your cat through a needle and a drip. From the Washington State University of Veterinary Medicine:

Cats with chronic kidney failure pass large amounts of urine and may not feel well enough to drink enough to prevent dehydration. The cat owner may give subcutaneous fluids a few times a week to supplement the water the cat is drinking in order to prevent dehydration and help flush waste products through the kidneys.

 

 

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