Banshee came to our rescue from the East Valley Animal Shelter after being placed on an urgent alert. Within just 36 hours of arriving in our care, he experienced his first seizure. What followed has become an ongoing medical emergency, and we’re still searching for answers. We’re urgently trying to find a veterinary facility that can perform an MRI for Banshee, one of our rescue cats, and we need your help to get him there.

Despite a recent emergency vet visit and three days in the hospital, Banshee’s seizures have continued even after treatment with phenobarbital. We were told they were under control, but unfortunately, they persisted after he came home.

When Banshee first came to our rescue, his seizures were minor and inconsistent, occurring about once a day during the first few days. His seizure episodes, including the tremors that follow the seizure itself, can last up to 1–2 minutes. In the hours leading up to an episode, Banshee experiences behavioral changes and disorientation. Immediately before a seizure, he begins walking in circles and pressing his head against things.

We haven’t identified a clear trigger, and the episodes don’t appear to be associated with changes in his blood sugar, light, or sound. Between seizures, we’ve noticed changes in his behavior and cognition. He isn’t acting like himself, and we’re concerned about what may be happening neurologically. We urgently need an MRI to investigate the cause and determine the next steps in his treatment.

We’re trying to raise $6,000 to help cover Banshee’s MRI, replenish funds used for his emergency visit, and prepare for additional testing, treatment, and ongoing medical care. We’re also looking into grants, donations, and more affordable imaging options to help make this possible. If someone would generously allow our rescue to use their veterinary financing plan to help cover the cost of his MRI, we would be incredibly grateful. Every bit of help brings us closer to getting Banshee the answers and care he urgently needs.

Banshee shares a close bond with his brother, who cries and yowls when they’re separated. They rely on each other for comfort, and we want to get Banshee the care he needs so they can continue being together.

We need help getting Banshee the care he urgently needs.

Donations will help us cover his medical expenses and get him the testing he needs. We’re also urgently looking for a veterinary facility that can perform his MRI as soon as possible. If you know of a facility, specialist, grant, or more affordable imaging option, please reach out to us, we welcome any suggestions or offers to help.

Time matters when it comes to Banshee’s health. We’re doing everything we can to find answers and get him the care he needs. Any contribution, no matter the size, will help us get closer to finding answers for Banshee and giving him the best chance at treatment.