First of all this is not my cat. I got an email from my ex this morning and he's concerned because his cat is not eating. I recommended a vet, but I know he's not doing well financially so this may not be an option for him so I'm trying to help figure out why she's not eating.
I asked him how long she hasn't been eating, if he's changed her diet, if something in her environment has changed that would make her unhappy, if she'll take treats, and her age.
I know she's older than my cat Max, and he's 13. I know he used to feed her Deli-Cat (yeah I know, not good), so I imagine that's what he continued to feed her after we separated.
I told him he could try to check her mouth for sores or obvious dental problems, and try offering her some canned food or cooked meats. Other than that and of course a vet, I don't know what else I can suggest.
Any ideas aside from a vet? I will push for a vet visit, but well I know this guy and with his current finances I know a vet visit will end up being a last resort.
I asked him how long she hasn't been eating, if he's changed her diet, if something in her environment has changed that would make her unhappy, if she'll take treats, and her age.
I know she's older than my cat Max, and he's 13. I know he used to feed her Deli-Cat (yeah I know, not good), so I imagine that's what he continued to feed her after we separated.
I told him he could try to check her mouth for sores or obvious dental problems, and try offering her some canned food or cooked meats. Other than that and of course a vet, I don't know what else I can suggest.
Any ideas aside from a vet? I will push for a vet visit, but well I know this guy and with his current finances I know a vet visit will end up being a last resort.