My senior cat ate a bird. He's gagging and hoarse. Should I call vet?

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My cat Oscar is 13. He caught a bird a few days ago and ran off with it! last night and this morning he is swallowing and licking his lips more, gagging randomly, and his voice is horse! He is eating and drinking though. Do you think he ate some of the bird, and it has caused it? He's tired but is still going out and is active enough for his age. I'm just wondering whether to see how he is over the weekend, or to have him seen by his Vet tomorrow? Thank you. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 11 lbs

C. Rathjens, DVM · Accepted Answer

I would recommend taking him in tomorrow just for a checkup since it sounds like that is a possibility. They may take an x-ray to make sure nothing looks abnormal. he could just be nauseous from eating something weird (the bird), but anytime there's gagging I think a checkup is warranted

My senior cat ate a bird. He's gagging and hoarse. Should I call vet?

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