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My cat's meow sounds scratchy and he's not eating. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 8 years and 3 months old

My cat's MEOW sounds "scratchy" for the last couple of weeks, and, it is not eating as much as usual. I would appreciate your input as to what this could mean. Thanks so much in advance for your response.

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Answered By Claudia Fioravanti

Veterinarian

Published on November 4th, 2016

Melvin could be suffering with a sore throat. It might be secondary to a virus. I would recommend a vet check up and in the meantime to offer moist food. Fish flavours are often popular amongst cat, slightly warmed up would be even better for him. If declining normal cat food, he might be interested in some tuna in water, no salt/oil.

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