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Why is my vomiting cat's urine dark yellow and he won't eat?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

What does dark yellowish urine indicate for a vomiting cat who has lost apetite and drink sips of water?

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Answered By Claudia Fioravanti

Veterinarian

Published on February 10th, 2017

It could indicate dehydration or if really yellowish, jaundice and some liver disease. In the second scenario you should also look st the colour of his gums and his skin, you would notice a slightly yellow tinge there too.

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