What do I do if my cat is lethargic and not eating?
Contact your vet if your cat has been lethargic for more than 24 hours. Book an urgent appointment if they seem severely lethargic, and be sure to let your vet know about any other symptoms you have noticed, such as eating less or drinking more.
What do you feed a sick cat with no appetite?
- Add a little bit of warmed, low-sodium chicken broth to their food.
- Add some meat baby food as a topper.
- Add some water from a can of tuna or anchovies.
- Add some fish oil to their food.
- Sprinkle some nutritional yeast powder onto their food.
- Sprinkle some grated parmesan cheese on their food.
When should I worry about my cat not eating?
So be sure to pay attention if your cat suddenly stops eating. A number of different conditions may be responsible, including infections, kidney failure, pancreatitis, intestinal problems, and cancer. But it isn’t always serious — something as simple as a toothache can make your cat stop eating.
How long can sick cat go without eating?
A sick cat should never go without food for more than 48 hours or 24 hours without water. Water helps the blood flow and ensures that internal organs work optimally. Starvation and dehydration will make existing health problems worse. Unless your cat gets fluids and nutrition, it will not be strong enough to recover.
How do you cure a cat with lethargy?
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 is my finicky cat not eating anything?
Cats can develop a condition called hepatic lipidosis or fatty liver disease, which can be life-threatening if not treated promptly. Finicky eaters are made, not born. Kittens who are fed a variety of foods after being weaned from their mother develop varied tastes.
What to feed a sick cat that won’t eat?
To make your cat’s food look extra delicious and inviting, you can try an excellent stinky wet food; this normally entices a sick cat. You can also try parmesan cheese or add some tuna juice to your cat’s food. Yes, cats love dry foods. But when they are sick, cats are known to reject dry foods.
Is it normal for a cat to not eat?
A: Yes. The most common and least specific sign of illness in a cat is not eating. So it’s important to know when your cat isn’t eating. And if they aren’t eating, it’s important that you figure out why, whether it’s an illness, whether it’s environmental reasons, or whether it’s just because they don’t like the food.
Can a toothache cause a cat to stop eating?
The problem need not be serious, however, for a cat to stop eating as it normally would. A simple toothache can even cause the cat to stop eating. If a cat has a recent vaccination, loss of appetite can sometimes occur and should be mild and temporary.