My cat is hiding under the bed all day, not eating. Is she sick?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | spayed
My cat has been under my bed all day and won't come out. Even to eat or drink or go to the bathroom. What do I do? Is she sick?
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Published on May 27th, 2016
Cats tend to hide when they do not feel well. Please find her under the bed and take her to a veterinarian ASAP. You may want to try hand feeding her with canned catfood or cooked chicken. If you warm it up, it will entice some cats to eat, But do take her to your vet in the morning.
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Related Answers from Veterinarians
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Published on January 29th, 2017
Do not be worried unless she doesn't eat at all for 2+ days, is lethargic or is exhibiting signs of GI upset (vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite). Try not to switch foods too often as this can create a finicky eater. Warm the food slightly to stimulate her appetite. Monitor her weight to make sure she isn't losing weight. See your vet if she develops any of the above symptoms.
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