Seeking a second opinion when I have a feeling that something is wrong despite a clear work-up
I’m struggling to put this into words, but I can’t shake the feeling that something is wrong with my 6-year-old orange boy. I’ve spoken to my wife and my vet, but I feel like I’m going in circles.
Background:
He was overweight for a few years due to a living situation where we had to free-feed around other cats. Since moving recently, I’ve successfully gotten him down to a healthy weight. He has always been a "velcro cat," but over the last few months, his clinginess has reached an intense new level.
Medical History:
\-The Incident: About a month ago, he had an episode of vomiting and bloody diarrhea.
\-Vet Visit: My vet (whom I’ve trusted for two years) did a full physical, blood work-up, and two-view X-rays.
Results: Everything came back normal. The vet suggested his previous wet food (Sheba Gravy Indulgence) might have been too rich.
\-Current Status: We switched him to Weruva and used probiotics. The stomach issues have cleared up completely. He is eating well, playing with his 3-year-old tuxedo brother, and still gets the 3 AM zoomies. He's eating fine, loves to drink from his water fountain, no issues voiding.
The Conflict:
Even though the physical symptoms are gone, my gut is telling me something is still "off." I am currently going through a very difficult time with my own mental health, and my wife believes I am just projecting my anxiety onto the cat.
I love my vet, but I can’t shake this dread.
Am I overreacting?
Has anyone else had a "feeling" that turned out to be right despite a clear work-up?
How do I seek a second opinion? I don't want to offend my current vet or seem like a "difficult" client, but I feel like I need another set of eyes to be sure. How do I request his records to take elsewhere without burning a bridge?