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Lethargy and loss of appetite can be caused by many things, including lower urinary tract disease. Because this is often fatal, you should take your cat to the vet at the first sign of symptoms.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 15y agoPossibilities:
* Cat has taken a dislike to the food. This can happen even when the cat has always liked that food. * Food could be bad. * Cat could be ill. * Weather could be hot. * Cat could be punishing you. * Cat is just being a cat. If this behavior keeps up and the cat is losing weight (and especially if the cat is not drinking water), take your cat to see a veterinarian. There are many possible causes. One is an enzyme deficiency that can be remedied with a supplement. Another is a tumor. Only your vet can advise you properly.
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∙ 12y agoThere are several possibilities. The cat may feel uncomfortable in its new environment. It may not like the food you're serving. It may not like the dishes you're using (certain plastics can smell "funny" to cats).
Or the cat could have a respiratory infection. This is not serious, and will likely go away on its own, but it will cause the cat to stop eating for a week or more. Cats won't eat unless they can smell their food, so a cat whose sense of smell is dulled by a respiratory infection will not eat, no matter how hungry it is.
These infections spread fast in animal shelters. When I brought my cats home from the shelter, both of them had it. If the cat sneezes or wheezes a lot and has red, watery eyes, then it's probably a respiratory infection.
If the problem persists longer than a week, you should take the cat to the vet. It's always best to take a new cat to the vet for a complete checkup, anyway.
In the meantime, try different brands of food and different dishes (ceramic bowls or dishes, or paper plates). See the Related Question below for help picking out high-quality food brands.
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∙ 13y agoIf a cat is lethargic, take it to the vet. The vet can exam it, and run a series of tests to try to find why the cat is lethargic. The vet will also be able to provide the owner with the proper medications if they are needed.
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∙ 12y agoA cat will not eat if it's temperature rises above 105 degrees. They will also usually become inactive and avoid housemembers. If this occurs the cat MUST be taken to a vet for treatment.
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What can you give a lethargic cat?
Unusual lethargy in a house cat may be nothing, or it may be a sign of a disease. You should take him to the vet to see if there is any cause for the lethargy. One of my cats became quite lethargic about a year ago, and the veterinarian diagnosed "Bartonella's Syndrome", or "cat scratch fever". A dose of antibiotics restored her to her usual vigor.
What should you do for a cat that is breathing heavily and very lethargic and only moves when picked up?
Take to a vet ASAP!
What cat can you buy that will not kill birds?
i No This Sounds Stupid, But a Really Lazy Cat... Because their Instinct is to kill birds. so it has to real lethargic to not be bothered to do it.. Good luck with that one
Your cat is laying flat o her stomach and panting sometimes?
If your cat is lethargic, get it to a vet right away. This means they probably have a very high fever and have some sort of infection or bacteria that is going to need treatment.
Can you treat worms in a pregnant cat?
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Are there any poisons in lizards?
Yes, not sure what kind it is, but it can make a cat lethargic for several days.
What should be prescribed for a cat that has runny nose and lethargic?
Take your cat to see an animal doctor (a vet). The vet will diagnose what is wrong with your cat and tell you what medicine it should be given.
What can you give a lethargic cat?
Unusual lethargy in a house cat may be nothing, or it may be a sign of a disease. You should take him to the vet to see if there is any cause for the lethargy. One of my cats became quite lethargic about a year ago, and the veterinarian diagnosed "Bartonella's Syndrome", or "cat scratch fever". A dose of antibiotics restored her to her usual vigor.
What should you do for a cat that is breathing heavily and very lethargic and only moves when picked up?
Take to a vet ASAP!
Are there any poisonous lizards in Florida?
Yes, not sure what kind it is, but it can make a cat lethargic for several days.
How do you tell if a cat has been posioned why is it lethargic and drooling?
If you suspect a cat has been poisoned, take it to a vet immediately! Even a small amount of poisoning can be fatal to a cat if not taken care of as soon as possible.
What cat can you buy that will not kill birds?
i No This Sounds Stupid, But a Really Lazy Cat... Because their Instinct is to kill birds. so it has to real lethargic to not be bothered to do it.. Good luck with that one
What is the antonym of lethargic?
Lethargic is a word that means tired, lazy sluggish, so antonyms of lethargic would be energetic and active.
Use lethargic in a sentence?
I feel a little lethargic today.
What are examples of lethargic?
people r lethargic on rainy days
Should you take your cat to the vet if he's vomiting and acting lethargic?
probably when it start experiencing weird things
What is a good sentence for lethargic?
David's movements were lethargic most of the time.
