My cat won't eat dry food, seems depressed, and has mouth pain.

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My cat's been refusing to eat/eats very little(can tuna)for past 2-3 days. Normally, he eats dry food&I've noticed that it seems to get lodged in his gums/teeth-as he desperately tries to spit the piece back out. I'm not sure what'swrong. He drinks water&self-grooms, but for whatever reason his appetite has greatly decreased-he also seems depressed. I'm ashamed to say,we don't have enough cash&we're in a really bad situation right now. I'd explain more, if not for word limit. Not surewhat to do. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 12 lbs

Rebecca, DVM · Accepted Answer

It's hard to say without an oral exam why Cookie can't seem to eat or swallow. I would try different flavors or wet food as some cats don't like tuna and do better with chicken or beef. If if he typically eats dry possibly soaking his food in warm water to see if that is easier to get him to eat. But if he continues to not eat well he really needs an exam to find out why. The longer it goes on the worse he may get. This article from the humane society may help with ideas if you need to get him seen. Good luck. Hope he's better soon! http://m.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_veterinary_care.html

My cat won't eat dry food, seems depressed, and has mouth pain.

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