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My cat is suddenly very sick, not eating. Where can I find affordable vet help?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 4 years and 9 months old | 8 lbs

Shadow, approx. 3 yrs old cat. Excessive sudden (24 hrs) weight loss, Lethargy, weakness, excessive order even after bath. Not eating, drinking, appears wet eleven hours after bath. laying stretched out on floor with the occasional "help me meow". On disability no money for vet.

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on October 31st, 2017

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It sounds like Shadow is seriously ill and would benefit from seeing a veterinarian. There is really not much you can do at home at this point. It is hard to know exactly what is going on as her clinical symptoms are a bit non-specific. However, diseases such as pancreatitis or another inflammatory or cancerous process is possible. You could consider your local humane society as they usually offer inexpensive veterinary care. At the very least they can make sure she is stable. Good luck and have a good day!

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