Senior cat sleeping, not eating after moving inside. Is she sick or stressed?

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Rootbeer has been an outside cat. Over the latest few years she has been indoor outdoor. I made the decision a few days ago to let her live tge remaining of her golden years inside. Over the past couple of days she has only been potty and pee once. She is eating and drinking very little. She us sleeping 24/7 . Could this be a mere change in her enviroment or should I be concerned. Also her best buddy ( my son ) just went back to college. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Female | spayed | 19 years and 6 months old | 7 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Given Rootbeer's advanced age of 19 years, I would be concerned that it could be something a little more serious. Senior cats are very prone to many health problems such as heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, and cancer among others. While it could be the change in environment and missing her best buddy, I would still be concerned enough to take her into the vet first thing Monday for a check up. I recommend a physical exam, geriatric blood panel, and urinalysis be done on her to check how her body and organs are functioning. Depending on the results of the vet's findings, further tests or treatment may be needed. Good luck, I hope this helps!

Senior cat sleeping, not eating after moving inside. Is she sick or stressed?

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