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Why is my normally active cat suddenly sleeping much more than usual?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 1 year and 5 months old

My 17 month old cat is normally very active but has been sleeping a lot more the usual

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 20th, 2017

Ajax is an older boy and while he can slow down with age, this increased sleeping could be due to a medical illness such as arthritis (it's painful to move), a systemic illness, or infection. I would have him seen by a vet today if possible for a health check.

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