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My cat won't eat or drink after neuter surgery. Is he okay?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My cat was neutered 2 days ago. He ate and drank night he came home and the next day, today he stopped eating and drinking and has slept all day. He was given onsior for pain. Should i be worried or is this normal? Should i stop giving him the pain med?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 13th, 2017

I would give the vet a call before stopping the pain medication, and let them know that he has stopped eating or drinking. This isn't normal behavior a day after surgery, and the vet should know about this.

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    Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

    Veterinarian

    Published on November 13th, 2017

    Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Sneakers! No this is not normal after being neutered, maybe a cat would have a decreased appetite the day after the procedure but not 2-4 days later. I recommend that you have him seen today or tomorrow by a Vet. Cats shouldn't go more than 3 days with out eating. They can get very sick secondary to fatty liver disease with prolonged anorexia. Sneakers could have a fever, have a metabolic conditions (liver or kidney issue) or a viral infection. I hope this helps and I wish Sneakers a speedy recovery!

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