I need help... i dont have the money to take my cat to the vet. i have a 3 year old tom cat. normally he is the eye of attention always on his perch and when food time or treat time came he was up in my face. But for the past week he hides under a table. He barley eats. He drinks exsesive amounts of water. And when he walk he walks slow and cautious and like he is real weak.. i dont know whats going on... Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | 3 years and 3 months old | 15 lbs

Hi there. There are a few things you need to rule out here-internal parasites, external parasites, and internal abnormalities due to other factors (diabetes, anemia, etc). To evaluate this condition further you really need to have bloodwork done on him. Especially if he is not eating or drinking and of such weakness That you take note of it-he needs to be seen by a vet. At home you can try to comfort him, give him a warm towel to lie on and keep fresh water available. I hope this helps.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I'm sorry to hear Kitty isn't feeling well. I would recommend he be evaluated by a veterinarian to determine what may be causing him to feel ill. Lethargy and weakness with skin issues may be due to a virus, an infection, an autoimmune disease, or another underlying issue. I would have him seen, have any necessary testing done (bloodwork, X-rays) and get started on any treatment he may need to get him back to his old self! Good luck!