Why is my cat not eating, losing weight, lethargic, with yellow eyes?

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Hi! We have an almost 1 year old male cat. About 2 days ago he started presenting signs of not eating - you can feel his bones and spine and he takes a few steps and lays down. I have switched his food out and he will not touch it. I don't believe he is drinking either. No signs of fever - although I don't have a thermometer, but no red gums or hot ears. No gurgling sounds in chest. Whites of eyes are very dark yellow. We are worried. Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | unneutered | 5 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I am so sorry Princey is sick! I would get him to your Vet tomorrow. Bring a stool sample. Possible causes for weight loss and not eating in a young cat are: foreign body, intestinal parasites, feline leukemia, FIP (feline infectious peritonitis), toxin ingestion, or even cancer. Your Vet may do blood work, feline leukemia test and X-rays. The tests will be based on their physical. I wish you and Princey the best of luck and I hope he gets better soon!

Why is my cat not eating, losing weight, lethargic, with yellow eyes?

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