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My cat is drooling, lethargic, and has no appetite. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | unspayed | 5 months and 27 days old | 3.1 lbs

My pet is spitting too much saliva and feel sleepy she also do not want to eat. Waht could be her disease and how to treat her?

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Answered By Daniel Fonza, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 1st, 2017

Hi there and thank you for using pet coach to address your concern. Judging from the pictures and description, I am concerned about an infection. I would recommend having a veterinarian take a look at her for further testing to help determine what the problem is. She will likely need an antibiotic which your vet can prescribe and get her started on right away. I would also recommend testing her for feline leukemia and feline immunodeficiency virus (felv/fiv testing). I hope this helps guide you in the right direction. Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns. I am also available via consultation if needed.

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