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My cat is extremely weak, tired, not eating for days. Is he dying?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | British Shorthair | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 5 months old

Hi,I've asked before about my cat been vomitting tired snd not eating I took him to the vet 3 times ,the vet did everything he could but my cat still not eating and his fatigue got worse he barely walk or open his eyes I'm scared please tell me is he dying? I can't stop crying watching him stands still not moving ps his paws and nose are srill pink and he is not cold to touch butdidn't eat for 6 days i keep feeding him only milk by the syringe and he fights me not to make him swallow it

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on September 1st, 2018

Poor Boboom sounds very ill! I certainly hope he isn't dying, but without seeing him in person, I can't say for certain. It's extremely serious he won't eat, and when a cat doesn't eat for more than 72 hours, they develop a fatty liver which is fatal without treatment. He really should be with a vet now for intensive treatment, including IV fluids and appetite stimulants in order to have the best chance of survival. Please take him back into one now.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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    Published on November 23rd, 2019

    This is a medical emergency, and Wako has to see a vet now. When a cat doesn't eat for longer than 72 hours, they will develop a fatty liver which is fatal without treatment. You need to take him into a vet immediately.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on February 22nd, 2019

    This is a medical emergency and Cesar has to see a vet now. It’s extremely serious when a cat won’t eat, and he’s at risk of developing a fatty liver. A fatty liver is fatal without treatment. Please take him into a vet now.

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    Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

    Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

    Published on June 2nd, 2018

    Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Loss of appetite can be observed with many conditions such as gastroenteritis, dietary indiscretion, kidney disease, pancreatitis, among many other possibilities. I recommend that you have Tyr evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible for further assessment and treatment. I am afraid that he is becoming dehydrated. This is not expected to resolve on its own. When cats do not eat for too long they can develop a serious condition called hepatic lipidosis which is why prompt investigation and treatment is crucial. They would be able to check for these possibilities and others depending on the findings on exam. Treatment would be based on findings. Good luck and have a great day! Hoping for a speedy recovery!

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