Some lives are short but full of adventures and Nomato was a great example of such a life lived.

Nomato passed away in his sleep around 4:30 am in the morning. We buried him on my family plot at around 9:30 am. Thank you to everyone who gave him a chance in life.

He is buried next to the grave of my old cat Raichu who died at the age of 5 this January. May he give him guidance and company.

The last few weeks have been extremely emotionally and mentally exhausting for me. I was able to get through them due to the help of many people.

Nomato had been very sick, but he got a few more days in life due to the blood transfusion. He was healthy and happy in most of those days and ate a lot of yummy food.

He started relapsing again because even though the transfusion gave him a new lease on life, the condition causing his anemia couldn’t be controlled.

*Please Note any fundraisers under his name are fraud and I will be updating his posts to let people know*

*please give me some time to mourn*

Hello everyone, the person whose cat donated blood to mine has many cats suffering from ailment at the moment. She has 29 rescue cats and seems to have gotten some kind of viral fever. She will be starting a fundraiser soon, kindly keep an eye out or contact me for Perosnal details.

🚨 Urgent Help Needed for Nomato 🚨

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I was finally able to find feline blood typing kits being sold through a bio lab in Chennai, which could help make a safer second blood transfusion possible for Nomato. Since he has already undergone one transfusion, proper blood typing/cross-matching is extremely important to reduce the risk of a dangerous transfusion reaction.

However, the estimated cost for arranging the kit and testing is around ₹6000, which is currently beyond what I can manage alongside his ongoing treatment for Babesia, medications, vet visits, and supportive care.

Nomato is still fighting hard and we are trying everything possible to give him a chance at recovery. Any help — whether through donations, sharing this post, or connecting me with affordable blood typing/cross-matching options in Northeast India — would mean a lot.

Thank you to everyone who has been supporting and praying for him. ❤️

Reaching out to all pet parents, vets, rescuers, animal lovers, and veterinary professionals across India — I urgently need help.

My cat is critically ill with Babesia and severe anemia and may need a second blood transfusion while recovering. We are in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, where veterinary resources are extremely limited.
Right now, I am desperately searching for a feline blood typing kit that can be sent or brought to Arunachal Pradesh as urgently as possible.

If anyone:
works at a veterinary clinic or hospital,
has access to feline blood typing kits,
knows a supplier,
lives in Guwahati or anywhere in Northeast India,
or can help arrange one quickly,
please contact me.
Even sharing this message could help it reach the right person in time.
I know this is a very specific request, but I am trying everything possible to save my cat’s life. Thank you so much.

Dear pet lovers of Northeast India,

I never imagined I would have to make a post like this, but I am asking for help to try to save my cat’s life.

My cat is critically ill with Babesia and severe anemia. He already survived one blood transfusion, but he may urgently need a second transfusion while recovering. The problem is that I live in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, where veterinary resources are very limited.

Right now, what could make a huge difference is access to a feline blood typing kit or a veterinary center that can perform feline blood typing for a second transfusion.

I am reaching out to anyone in:
Arunachal Pradesh
Assam / Guwahati
Meghalaya
Nagaland
Manipur
Mizoram
Tripura
Sikkim
or anywhere nearby

If you:

work at a vet clinic,
know a veterinary college/lab,
have access to feline blood typing kits,
know someone involved in animal rescue or transfusion support,
or can help connect me to the right people,
please contact me urgently.
Even sharing this post could help reach someone who has access to these resources.
Time matters right now, and I am trying everything possible to give him a chance.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Hi everyone,

I’m posting this out of desperation and hope.
My cat is critically ill with Babesia-related severe anemia and has already received one blood transfusion. He may urgently need a second transfusion, but we are facing a major problem:

My local vets in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh do not have access to a feline blood typing kit.
They can do crossmatching, but because this would be a second transfusion, blood typing could make a huge difference in safety and decision-making.
I know this is a very specific request, but I am trying everything I can:

If anyone in Northeast India, especially Guwahati, Assam, or nearby areas,
works at a veterinary clinic,
has access to feline blood typing kits,
knows a supplier,
or can physically bring/send one urgently,
please contact me.
Even information about:

clinics that stock feline blood typing kits,
emergency veterinary blood banks,
or anyone experienced with second transfusions in cats would help immensely.
I live in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, where access to advanced veterinary resources is extremely limited, and time matters right now.
I know this is a long shot, but if anyone can help, it could genuinely save my cat’s life.
Thank you.

Hi everyone,
I’m looking to hear from people who have experience with cats needing a second blood transfusion, especially in situations where blood typing was not available and vets relied on crossmatching instead.
My cat has severe anemia from Babesia and already received one transfusion, but he may need another while recovering. I live in a smaller town, and my local clinic does not have blood typing available, though they can do crossmatching.
I’m not looking for anyone to replace veterinary advice — I just want to connect with people who’ve gone through something similar:
Did your cat tolerate the second transfusion well?
Was crossmatching used instead of typing?
How did recovery go afterward?
This has been incredibly stressful and I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone with firsthand experience. Thank you.

We did a new blood test for Nomato today and the results are very bad.

His hemoglobin and WBC are still extremely low. The vet says another transfusion is not possible right now. He is on Atovaquone + Azithromycin (A + A) for Babesia, along with Ondansetron (Ondem) for nausea and saline fluids for support.

The medications are causing diarrhea, he isn’t eating, and there are still no visible signs of improvement.

We are continuing treatment, but I am honestly losing hope. I don’t want him to suffer any longer, and I’m struggling to understand if he is still fighting or if this is becoming too much for him.

If anyone has experience with Babesia cases this severe, or has seen recovery at this stage, please tell me honestly what to expect or what else can be done.

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Nomato received a blood transfusion on the 26th and is still in recovery. Recently, he tested positive for Babesia, and he has now started treatment with Atovaquone + Azithromycin (A+A therapy).

The medication is necessary, but it has made his stomach extremely sensitive. He has stopped eating, feels constantly nauseous, and even vomited the small amount of food he had. He is also having frequent diarrhea. There is no bleeding, but his body is clearly struggling with the treatment.

I am doing everything I can, but my house is very small and I don’t have the facilities to properly manage his condition right now. Because of this, I am considering keeping him at the hospital during the day for fluids and monitoring, especially while he is this weak. If his condition worsens, he may need to stay longer.

This is an emergency phase in his recovery, and any support would truly help me continue his treatment and care.

Please keep Nomato in your thoughts 🙏
Any help, even small, means a lot right now.

Looking for people whose cats had Babesia gibsoni and recovered.

My cat Nomato is currently undergoing treatment (atovaquone + azithromycin) after a blood transfusion. I’ve been told that side effects like loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea are common during treatment, and we are definitely seeing those right now.

He’s:
- Not eating on his own (only small assisted feeds)
- Having diarrhea
- Occasional vomiting after meds/feeding
- Otherwise stable (breathing okay, resting)

I really want to hear from anyone who has been through this:

👉 How long did the GI side effects last during treatment?
👉 When did your cat start eating again?
👉 At what point did you feel like your cat was turning the corner?

It’s hard to tell what’s normal vs worrying at this stage, so any real experiences would help a lot.

Thank you.

Looking for people whose cats had Babesia gibsoni and recovered.

My cat Nomato is currently undergoing treatment (atovaquone + azithromycin) after a blood transfusion. I’ve been told that side effects like loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea are common during treatment, and we are definitely seeing those right now.

He’s:
- Not eating on his own (only small assisted feeds)
- Having diarrhea
- Occasional vomiting after meds/feeding
- Otherwise stable (breathing okay, resting)

I really want to hear from anyone who has been through this:

👉 How long did the GI side effects last during treatment?
👉 When did your cat start eating again?
👉 At what point did you feel like your cat was turning the corner?

It’s hard to tell what’s normal vs worrying at this stage, so any real experiences would help a lot.

Thank you.

My refusing to eat anything

My kitten is currently being treated for Babesia and is on azithromycin + atovaquone. Since starting the medication (yesterday), he has been refusing almost all food. I’ve also noticed some stomach upset and slightly watery poop, which I’m guessing might be from the meds.

The issue is:
\- The medication is essential, so I can’t stop it
\- But he’s barely eating, and I’m worried about his strength

So far I’ve tried:
\- 4–5 different brands of cat food
\- Boiled chicken
\- Different textures (wet/soft)

He seems repulsed by food smells, likely due to nausea.

I’ve managed to give tiny amounts of a supplement paste (Natlife), but it’s not enough as a proper food source.

My questions:
\- What foods are usually more acceptable for cats in this condition?
\- Any tips for getting a nauseous cat to eat even a little?
\- Are there specific things that are easier on the stomach during treatment?

I’m honestly really worried and just want to make sure I’m doing the right thing while continuing his treatment.

Any advice would mean a lot. Thank you 🙏

My refusing to eat anything

My kitten is currently being treated for Babesia and is on azithromycin + atovaquone. Since starting the medication (yesterday), he has been refusing almost all food. I’ve also noticed some stomach upset and slightly watery poop, which I’m guessing might be from the meds.

The issue is:
\- The medication is essential, so I can’t stop it
\- But he’s barely eating, and I’m worried about his strength

So far I’ve tried:
\- 4–5 different brands of cat food
\- Boiled chicken
\- Different textures (wet/soft)

He seems repulsed by food smells, likely due to nausea.

I’ve managed to give tiny amounts of a supplement paste (Natlife), but it’s not enough as a proper food source.

My questions:
\- What foods are usually more acceptable for cats in this condition?
\- Any tips for getting a nauseous cat to eat even a little?
\- Are there specific things that are easier on the stomach during treatment?

I’m honestly really worried and just want to make sure I’m doing the right thing while continuing his treatment.

Any advice would mean a lot. Thank you 🙏

Hi, quick update on Nomato: 4/04/26

He’s currently on treatment for Babesia Gibsoni (azithromycin and atovaquone
). I’ve noticed that sometimes after the meds he spits out or vomits a small amount of yellow foamy bubbles.

Otherwise, he still seems fairly active—yesterday he ate a good amount of food, was running around near the kitchen, and is still responsive.

Today I started giving him an anti-vomiting (ondansetron) spray as recommended, and I plan to continue it.

I just wanted to check—does this sound like a manageable side effect, or is this entering a danger zone that needs intervention?

Also, I’m very grateful for the donations so far. Yesterday’s vet bill was around ₹2600, and I still need to purchase about 7 more days of the expensive medication. They’ve also advised repeating his samples to send to Kolkata and doing regular CBC tests, so there are still ongoing costs. Thank you so much for all the support.

If you still want to help and contribute, please contact me !

Update: 3/04/26

Right now the hospital has give me 3 days worth of Atovaquone and Azithromycin, along with some medicine to ease his stomach.

The total cost today was Rs. 2680/-

The total for 10 days would be around Rs. 3000 more

The doctors also want to do two more CBCs at least and resend a sample a few days later for re-testing Babesia.

Please share upvote and donate. Every penny will be useful !!!!!!

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I am scared I won’t have enough money for treatment ( about Rs.1800) left in my account

Hi everyone,

I’m reaching out because Nomato is currently fighting a serious blood parasite infection (Babesia gibsoni) and I’m struggling to cover the treatment costs.

His blood reports that were sent to Kolkata just came back and it shows positive for Babesia gibsoni.

A few days ago he became severely anemic. The vets initially suspected Mycoplasma haemofelis, so he was started on doxycycline, but his condition worsened and he required an emergency blood transfusion to survive. From 18-26th of April the total cost of his treatment amounted to 48,000 roughly. This was all possible due to donations+ friends+ family. I don’t want to get so far and then give up !!

Please Please Please Help me

We just received the PCR results, which confirmed Babesia gibsoni instead.

Current situation:
- Weight: 1.6 kg
- Location: Arunachal Pradesh, India
- 4 days post-transfusion
- Nose and gums are pink, but his breathing is still around 44 breaths per minute
- He is weaker than normal but still responsive

Tomorrow I have another vet consultation to start Babesia-specific treatment. The recommended treatments include Imidocarb injections or Atovaquone + Azithromycin, but the medications are expensive and difficult to access here.

Because of the limited veterinary infrastructure in my state, even getting the transfusion done was extremely difficult. I’m doing everything I can to give him a chance to recover.

If anyone is willing to help, even a small amount would make a difference toward:
- Babesia medication
- vet visits
- supportive care

If you’d like to contribute or need proof/updates, please message me. I’m happy to share vet reports and receipts.

Thank you so much for reading and for caring about my little fighter. 🐾

Cat diagnosed with Babesia after transfusion – breathing still fast, looking for advice

Hi everyone,

My kitten (about 1.6 kg) was very sick with severe anemia and vets initially suspected Mycoplasma haemofelis, so he was started on doxycycline. He was extremely weak and ended up needing a blood transfusion.

We just got the PCR results, and it turns out he is positive for Babesia gibsoni, not Mycoplasma.

He is now 4 days post-transfusion. His nose and gums are still pink, which I know is a good sign, but his breathing is around 44 breaths per minute at rest, which is making me very anxious.

Other info:
- Weight: 1.6 kg
- Location: India
- Currently still on doxycycline
- No Babesia-specific treatment started yet

He is quieter than before he got sick but still responsive.

My questions:

1. Is a resting respiratory rate around 44 common in cats recovering from anemia/transfusion?
2. For Babesia gibsoni, how effective is imidocarb vs atovaquone + azithromycin in cats?
3. Has anyone had a cat recover from Babesia after being this anemic?

Also worth noting: there are very limited veterinary facilities where I live, so options are somewhat restricted.

Any experience or advice would really help. I'm extremely worried about him.
🐾

Reddit Miracle

Today I’m sharing something that feels bigger than just one little cat. 🐾

Nomato recently became the first cat in Arunachal Pradesh to receive a successful blood transfusion. What started as a terrifying fight for his life turned into something truly historic.

When he first got sick, we didn’t know if he would make it. But thanks to the incredible effort of the veterinarians, a brave donor cat, and everyone who supported us, Nomato received the blood transfusion he needed — and it worked. He fought, he held on, and he’s still here with us.

This moment would not have been possible without the kindness of strangers on Reddit who donated and helped cover his treatment when things were really difficult. Your support truly saved his life. A special shoutout to u/EcstaticDetail6721 for stepping in and helping during such a critical time. ❤️

This isn’t just a milestone for Nomato. It’s a milestone for veterinary care in Arunachal Pradesh. It shows that even in places where advanced animal care is still developing, lifesaving procedures like this are possible. Because of this moment, more vets may feel encouraged to attempt transfusions in the future, giving more animals a chance to survive.

From one small cat in Arunachal Pradesh, this feels like a big step forward for animals here.

Thank you to everyone who helped Nomato fight. 🐾

Emergency treatment for my cat Nomato after severe anemia and blood transfusion – looking for advice and support

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Hi everyone, I’m posting here because my cat Nomato recently went through a very serious medical emergency.

He developed severe anemia and needed an emergency blood transfusion, which thankfully he survived and is currently stable. The vets suspect a blood parasite infection (possibly hemoplasma) and his blood sample has been sent to Kolkata for confirmation.

So far the total veterinary expenses have reached ₹48,437, and treatment is still ongoing.

For the next stage of recovery he needs:

- IV normal saline with vitamins twice daily for about 1 month

- Doxycycline once daily

- Blood supplements (Hepatamust, Advaplat, Ami-Meo, and FevKind)

- Regular CBC blood tests

Each IV appointment costs ₹360, so ₹720 per day, which comes to about ₹21,600 for a month just for the IV support.

There is also a ₹5700 diagnostic test being done in Kolkata to confirm the disease. After today’s treatment I currently have about ₹1800 left.

I will upload all bills and records so far for transparency.

I would also really appreciate recommendations for nutritious food for a recovering anemic cat to help him rebuild his strength.

Any advice, support, or suggestions would mean a lot. Thank you for taking the time to read this and for caring about animals. 🐾