He's about 3 years old, has not been eating, drinking or using the litter box for about 48 hours. Also, appears to be bloated, his nose is damp and dripping with mouth open.
2007-05-04 05:00:30 · 10 answers · asked by LORI G 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
That sounds like the cat has gotten into something toxic to me. Take it to the vet immeditately!
2007-05-04 05:06:35 · answer #1 · answered by mrthing 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Get this cat to a vet. Sounds as though it has ingested something toxic, or has an infection. Either way, kitty needs medical care as only a vet can tell you what is wrong.
Cat's that don't eat for 24 hours or more are at risk to develop Hepatic Lipidosis, or fatty liver disease. Basically, the body starts sending fat cells to the liver to process for energy. The liver isn't all that great at processing fat, though, so it starts accumulating in and around the liver. End result is liver failure and death. Kitty needs to get food in their system NOW.
If vet care is too expensive - as it's the main excuse on this forum - you can consult these links. They provide sources for monetary help in vet bills.
http://www.littlebigcat.com/index.php?action=library&act=show&item=financialassistanceforpetsveterinarybills
2007-05-04 12:28:14 · answer #2 · answered by J 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How much more serious does this need to be before you take him to the vet? I've seen dying animals that look better than this!
The bloated abdomen is very serious, and the open mouth indicates he is in great distress. Please get him to an emergency vet without further delay if you have any chance of helping him.
Chalice
2007-05-04 12:39:24 · answer #3 · answered by Chalice 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Almost sounds like he has a blockage of some kind and needs medical attention fast. I would call the vet right away. Tell them it is an emergency and you need to get in now.
2007-05-04 12:07:09 · answer #4 · answered by bonnie g 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's not a good sign...if he hasn't pooped or eating or drinking get you little friend to the vet.
2007-05-04 12:09:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What are you waiting for??? Your cat is obviously suffering. Take him to the vet pronto.
When a cat stops eating and drinking, it is a very bad sign. Do the responsible thing, please!
2007-05-04 12:05:42 · answer #6 · answered by sleepingliv 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
That sounds horrible! poor kitty...take him to the vet quick
2007-05-04 12:06:57 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
please take your cat to the vet, or clinic If you can't afford a vet. Yhere are clinics in many areas, you have to call the SPCA to find out where they are
2007-05-04 12:16:25 · answer #8 · answered by michele 5620 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Does the term 'veterinarian' mean anything to you?
2007-05-04 12:14:00 · answer #9 · answered by April 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
This cat is SUFFERING!!
If it is a male, he may also have a BLOCKED urinary tract-- that alone can KILL him-- PLEASE take him to the vet!
2007-05-04 12:22:57 · answer #10 · answered by aattura 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋