My cat is about 2 years old and very skinny. I belive he is under weight I took him to the vet and he weight 7 lbs he is a Persian When I pet him I feel the bones good. He also has a nevous problem he doesn't play or anything he just hides and keeps to himself. He is so scared of my husband. Joey is my cat he just doesn't relax it is like he is ready to run away any minute on his feet he don't lay like a normal cat. Should I go ahead and take him to the vet.
2007-05-31 10:01:15 · 12 answers · asked by ShayforSale 3 in Pets ➔ Cats
Joey Has a cat friend cloudy and Joey has been with us since he was 6 weeks he came from a cattery though and he eats alot but seems to not gain
2007-05-31 10:13:51 · update #1
I would take him to the vet because the loss in weight sounds worrying- it could be diabetes. Is he/she drinking a lot? eating a lot and still skinny?
But then again, he/she could simply be shy. I had a cat once who disliked/ was shy of all men because he had been raised by a woman. As soon as a man walked in, my cat would run off somewhere. He only liked my sister, my mum and me:D
So, your cat may have a similar shyness/ nervousness.
2007-05-31 10:10:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some cats are just neurotic. We have four cats who are all laid back and very friendly. They are all from barn cat parents, so no fancy breeds here. Persians can be odd in their behavior, so you should first research the breed.
If he is afraid of your husband, your husband needs to make friends with Joey. This might help alot.
As far as the eating thing - maybe he hates the food, the food bowl, or where his food is placed. Cats hate to have food in a high traffic area - generally don't like plastic bowls because they can have an odor - and won't drink stale water.
Take Joey to the vet for a good kitty check and research the breed.
2007-05-31 17:06:19 · answer #2 · answered by yarn whore 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If there is ever a question about your cat's health, you should definitely take him to the vet, there may be a medical reason he is under weight and only your vet can tell why for sure.
2007-05-31 17:06:06 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you should take him to the vet, skinny is not healthy. There are medical causes for underweight. You should always go to the vet if you're worried about an animal's health.
Do you deworm your cat?
Chalice
2007-05-31 17:52:10 · answer #4 · answered by Chalice 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to find out the cat's history. Perhaps he acts the way he does because of his previous owners. some cats are naturally small-framed and persians are usually skinnier than other breeeds of cat.
2007-05-31 17:06:45 · answer #5 · answered by rx2ux2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He seems very shy to me if he is new he just needs time to get used to his surroundings
or if u want 2 make sure u should take him 2 the vet
he sounds a little sick 2 me
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2007-05-31 17:04:35 · answer #6 · answered by Constant 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when in dobt take him out! *to the vet =3* he might be starting to get used to his surroundings. also u should het ur hubsand o show he isn't any danger to ur cat. try to make him feel more comfortable and gain his trust.
2007-05-31 17:08:23 · answer #7 · answered by ~ *Amber* ~ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
food. seduce him with food and catnip. pet them softly while theyre eating. dont talk loud. dont pick him up. let him come to you. cats like to do things on their terms. maybe he need a friend like another cat. i got my cats pet mice to watch and that made them very happy.
2007-05-31 17:09:17 · answer #8 · answered by kitten 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If ever in doubt, yes take him to the vet. He might have worms, which is why he might be underweight.
2007-05-31 17:04:50 · answer #9 · answered by Carrie 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It can't hurt or get any worse if you take him in
2007-05-31 17:05:10 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋