She has been urinating in strange places, drinking lots of water.
2007-01-12 03:02:29 · 12 answers · asked by Sandra T 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
Hi Sandra...cats who have dramatic weight loss, drink excessively and are urinating frequently could be exhibiting symptoms of chronic renal failure (CRF). Hyperthyroidism has similar symtpoms, however a cat will present more of an increased appetite. Both require URGENT medical attention as they can become life-threatening.
More on CRF: http://felinecrf.com/what0.htm
Feline Hyperthyroidism: http://www.marvistavet.com/html/thyroid__signs__symptoms_and_d.html
2007-01-12 09:51:13 · answer #1 · answered by ♪ Seattle ♫ 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Take your cat to the vet ASAP. It sounds like she might have a kidney infection or even worse, kidney disease. I had an older cat that was fat. Then she started getting thinner and thinner and drinking TONS of water and peeing in corners. Turns out she had kidney disease. Unfortunately as far as I know there is no cure for that, but looking on the bright side, if yours has just an infection, it's better to catch it now.
2007-01-12 04:53:57 · answer #2 · answered by deathangel1976 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How old is your cat? It sounds like it has kidney failure. Renal disease in older cats is, unfortunately, very common. The symptoms are identical to my cat's and that was the problem. She drank more than usual, got thin and weak. You cat is most definitely de-hydrated. You need to get it to a vet quickly. If the problem is renal disease, you will need to give it liquids by needle and get it on a specific cat food for renal disease. This will not get better, but you can keep it under control and your cat in reasonable health. Your vet will tell you everything you need to know and do about it.
2007-01-12 03:41:53 · answer #3 · answered by shamrock 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are a number of physical conditions that could be affecting your cat and a vet needs to do a blood panel, checking for thyroid function too, to determine what is going on.
The two symptoms you mention could be due to hyperthryroism or diabetes - both treatable with medication. Loss of kidney function cannot be "fixed". It is a progressive condition and it usually progresses slowly. Total kidney failure results in death of course and may not happen for years.
2007-01-12 04:02:22 · answer #4 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would make an appointment to see the vet right away.The cat may have some intestine issues going on or even kidney infection.The vet is the only choice don't wait your cat may die on you.
2007-01-12 03:09:56 · answer #5 · answered by Smiles 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it sounds like kidney problems. I had a cat that was born with it, although normally it develops in older cats. She was on Prescription Diet, Feline k/d..unfortunately her kidneys failed and she became anemic. I hope this isn't the same thing for you, good luck to you and your cat.
2007-01-12 05:48:40 · answer #6 · answered by Kathleen O 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take her to the vet right away. The symptoms seem to indicate kidney or urinary tract disease. That can be managed very well if you catch it early - so no time to lose now... go to the vet!
2007-01-12 05:49:29 · answer #7 · answered by Phoebhart 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get that cat to a vet! She sounds like she may have a urinary problem that can be fatal.
2007-01-12 05:10:09 · answer #8 · answered by c.s. 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Sounds like it may be diabetes, take her to the vets right away.
2007-01-12 03:10:21 · answer #9 · answered by mom of 2 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take her to the vet. It sound like she's getting weaker and will die.
2007-01-12 03:07:22 · answer #10 · answered by sugarcarat 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋