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My cat is eating less, hiding, and coughing. Vet visit needed?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Male | neutered

Hello, i have recently started to notice a change in my cats behavior. He has been eating and drinking much less, and hiding more and more for about over a month now. we had gotten a kitten a few months back but, he was okay with the new cat. This is very concerning and was wondering if i should take him to a vet. The change had also occured after he had a bout of coughing that lasted a few weeks before disapering. I just want to make sure if i should take him in to a vet or not.

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Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 4th, 2017

I am sorry to hear about Tom. These symptoms are concerning and I would recommend a visit to the vet for Tom. The vet will do a physical examination which may help pinpoint possible causes. They may also recommend testing such as bloodwork or X-rays to help identify a cause and determine the appropriate treatment.

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