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My old cat isn't eating. When should I worry and call the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Siamese | Female | spayed | 13 years and 5 months old | 9.3 lbs

How to get my 14 year old cat to eat

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on November 12th, 2017

If your cat is not eating this is because of a medical condition, you must take her to the vet today in order to get it checked, she will probably need a blood test done after a thorough physical examination.

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