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My cat isn't eating after giving birth. What's wrong with her?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed

Hlw, I need an emergency help. Recently after giving birth, my cat is not eating for 5 to 6 days. She is only drinking some water. Her weight has decreased half and the tightness of her skin has decreased. She is also loosing hair under her mouth. Sometimes her saliva secrate much and look like there are so many bubbles in her saliva. I have seen vet but the result was not effective. Please help..

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 18th, 2019

Hello.. I am so sorry about Casper, but the best thing to do is find another veterinarian & get a second opinion. A cat that does not eat for this long is in serious danger of developing a possibly fatal liver condition called hepatic lipidosis. She sounds like she needs to be hospitalized, thoroughly examined for the possibility of an unexpelled fetus, infection, or other underlying condition that is making her so sick. I hope you can have her seen soon. Good luck & thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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