So my cat came home about 20 minutes ago after being gone for 2 months and a half. After feeding him I gave him a bit of a check up. He has a hard stiff stomach. What could this be?
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Cat who was missing for 2 months has a stiff stomach.
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He could have picked up worms. Take him to the vet tomorrow and have him checked out. Take a stool sample with you.
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He hasn't got a swollen stomach though, just stiff, could he just be hungry?
His stomach would be flaccid if he were just hungry. I adopted a rescue that was overweight, and her stomach was rigid, too, but that was because of the fat. I don't see how that could be your problem unless someone took him in and overfed him for two months. Is he skinny other than the stomach?
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He is skinnier than when he left. He was quite a big cat. He seems quite relaxed and has eaten.
No telling what he's been eating. I'd definitely get him to the vet for a good checkup and to test for worms.
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I can't take him until Thursday as I have work. Do you think it will be okay to wait until then?
Yes, I think so, unless he doesn't poop by Tuesday. That would indicate a blockage.
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Well I will keep an eye on him. Thanks for your help
I think he'll be fine. Just make sure he's eating and eliminating normally, as @DreamerRose mentioned.
