What does it mean when your cat is lethargic?
Lethargy is a common symptom of many health problems, including kidney disease, diabetes, and food poisoning. If you notice your cat sleeping more than usual, that’s a sign of lethargy, especially when paired with other unusual behaviors. Sometimes lethargy is due to old age in cats.
When should I worry about my cat lethargy?
If your cat is showing signs of infection along with lethargy and/or fever you should contact your veterinarian to have them examined. Respiratory Problems – Cats can suffer from respiratory conditions like asthma and infections from bacteria, viruses and fungi.
Is a lethargic cat an emergency?
Collapsing or Inability to Wake Up. If your cat suddenly collapses, or if he/she has gone to sleep and you can’t get him to wake up, then they need to see an emergency vet immediately.
What to give a cat that is lethargic?
What You Can Do
- Observe your cat closely for other signs of illness.
- Allow your cat to rest quietly without being disturbed by people or other pets.
- Offer your cat some extra tasty or strong smelling canned foods (e.g., tuna or salmon), to entice him/her to eat more.
Why did my cat suddenly become lethargic?
Cats and Lethargy For cats, fevers are a common cause of lethargy and might be the result of an infection. Cats that are lethargic or sedated is frequently a sick cat. Older cats might be experiencing age-related body changes, and arthritis and/or joint disease will certainly slow down most cats.
Why is my cat suddenly low energy?
Lethargy can be caused by many different conditions ranging from a simple cat bite abscess to more serious problems such as kidney disease, diabetes or poisoning.
Why is my cat suddenly lethargic and not eating?
Loss of appetite in cats, also known as anorexia, can be a sign of a serious underlying disease. The list of potential causes for cats not eating is long and diverse and includes kidney disease, cat flu, diabetes, fever, hyperthyroidism and pancreatitis.
Why is my cat acting weak and lethargic?
How can you tell if your cat is not feeling well?
Cats that are ill will usually show changes in overall appearance, energy level, sociability, coat appearance and/or amount of shedding, appetite, litterbox usage, breathing, or discharges from the eyes or nose. In general, any sudden change should alert you that your cat needs veterinary attention.