Cat losing weight due to not eating

Cat doesn't eat and loses weight

If your cat doesn't like to eat and is losing weight, it could be due to oral issues, such as the feline coronavirus, which causes ulcers and blisters on the tongue, leading to difficulty chewing and a lack of appetite. It could also be caused by chronic diseases, such as chronic kidney failure, which causes a significant decrease in appetite.

How long can a cat survive without eating?

It is very dangerous for a cat to go without food for a long time. Generally, if the cat doesn't eat for more than five days, it may lead to death. If a cat goes without food for a long time, the liver's glycogen will become fatty and produce energy for the body, which can cause fatty liver. In addition, if the cat doesn't drink water, it can also lead to kidney problems and eventually kidney failure.

What to do if your cat doesn't eat for days

If the cat is young, you need to consider whether it has an infectious disease. If the cat doesn't eat for a few days, it may die. Give it some glucose by mouth, and take it to the vet to check if it has an infectious disease. If not, it may need intravenous nutrition and anti-inflammatory treatment. If your cat is picky about food, you can try cooking some chicken breast to see if it has an appetite. If the cat is adult, you need to consider whether it has swallowed foreign objects or has other internal organ problems, and take it for examination to confirm the cause, then give it symptomatic treatment.

How to care for a cat that doesn't eat

In this case, you should first take the cat to the vet for a comprehensive check-up, including tests for infectious diseases, complete blood count, detailed biochemical examination, and additional X-ray and ultrasound examinations if necessary. If the cat is sick, treat it according to the disease. If everything is normal, you can supplement some trace elements and vitamins. There are many effective products on the market to improve appetite and help with nutrient absorption.