Why is my cat not eating after boarding? Is he bored with food?

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So my cat hasn't been eating as much after coming back from boarding at our vets. He will eat half of the food and walk away but will eat all of his food if I feed it to him. He is acting completely normal other than that and will happily eat treats. He's been on EN gastroenteric wet food since he was a kitten. He gets three meals a day and eats a total of one and a quarter cans of food (as advised by our vet). Is it because he's getting bored of this type of food? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 1 year and 7 months old | 4 lbs

Ana M, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Oscar. Cats can respond to stress (ie. a boarding stay) with a decrease in appetite. You may want to inquire if he had any vomiting/diarrhea or lack of appetite during his stay. Continue to hand feed him. If his appetite does not return, consult his veterinarian if you can try another diet versus having him seen for an appointment. I hope this information helps!

Why is my cat not eating after boarding? Is he bored with food?

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