My cat is drooling, lethargic, won't drink. Is it the new kittens?

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I submitted this question just a few minutes ago but forgot to include the fact that she's drooling and acting a little lethargic. Our 3 year old cat is refusing to drink but will eat. She goes up to the faucet and asks for it to be turned on, moves toward it but then won't drink once you do. She had distemper a couple months ago but had fully recovered and gained back all of her weight. We re recently brought in two new kittens that were quarantined for two weeks. They had a minor sneeze. Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | 6 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Drooling and lethargy generally indicate an upset stomach and are signs you should pay attention to. She's likely not drinking because her stomach is upset. If she is not drinking, I recommend to get her into the vet as soon as you can. Cats can dehydrate fairly quickly and this will only make her feel worse. There are many things that can cause her stomach to be upset. Its impossible to say for sure if it's related to the kittens but they could certainly transmit a virus or intestinal parasite to Cupcake. I hope this helps and that she starts feeling better!

My cat is drooling, lethargic, won't drink. Is it the new kittens?

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