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Expert: - 11/12/2008


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My 5 and a half year old cat has, over the last 2 and a half weeks, lost most of his appetite.  I've tried changing food but to no avail.  (He will eat his treats I occasionally give him.)  He is sleeping most of the time and has not been using his litter box a whole lot.  He has lost a bit of weight (he was always a bit plump.)  He does not appear to be in any pain whatsoever, still enjoys being cuddled and held and purrs all the time.  What could be wrong?

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Hi
there is no way that anyone can diagnose this problem with out examining him.

I would strongly recommend that you get him to the vets as soon as possible.

When a cat stops eating and starts losing weight like that then there is definitely something wrong which will need treatment.

I hope the vet can sort him out soon

best wishes Kate  

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Kate Tilmouth

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I can answer most day to day cat problems encountered by owners. I have a good understanding of cat behaviour and problems which may arise from changes to their daily routine. I can advise on cat training including litter training and general day to day cat care issues. I am not a vet and therefore cannot answer medical questions.

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I run my own cat website at http://www.our-happy-cat.com and have been a dedicated cat owner for over 20 years. I have encountered many different cat problems and situations and feel that i have a good understanding of cats and cat ownership.

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Educated to High School level and have since worked for many years in a customer support based environment, gaining vocational qualifications.

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