My cat is weak, not eating, and struggling to drink. What's wrong?

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I found my 5 year old cat laying down in the rain. She wasn't responding to me. She's weak, doesn't want to eat, she wants to drink water but can't she slowly walks to the bowl and sleeps there. I look her over she doesn't seem to have any cuts or injury that I can tell. Can you tell me what might be wrong? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 9 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Without a physical exam, it is difficult to determine what is happening with Wales. Ideally, she should be examined by your veterinarian. The symptoms described have multiple causes that should be narrowed down via exam and diagnostics (blood work, xrays, etc). In the meantime, supportive care (IV ro subcutaneous fluids, parenteral nutrition, etc) may be indicated after an exam or until a diagnosis is made. Keep her warm, dry and as stress free as possible until she sees teh doctor. Warm her food slightly or mix in a teaspoon of baby food to stimulate her appetite. Offer small, frequent amounts of water or unflavored PediaLyte or similar electrolyte replacement beverage.

My cat is weak, not eating, and struggling to drink. What's wrong?

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