My kitten is lethargic and not eating. Should I take him to the vet?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 4 lbs
My kitten seems to lost energy and his barely eating anything
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Published on March 29th, 2019
Please take Dorito to the vet immediately. If Dorito is lethargic and not eating he should be seen right away to check his blood sugar levels, assess for dehydration, and start treatment. He may be dealing with parasites, toxin ingestion, infectious viral diseases, blockage in the intestines caused by ingestion of a foreign body, food sensitivity/allergy, decreased pancreatic function, or a mass/growth in the gastrointestinal tract. A young kitten that is not eating is at risk for dehydration and low blood sugar, which can quickly become deadly, so I recommend you have him checked by a vet.
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Published on May 31st, 2019
I would not be surprised if it was the treats that caused the diarrhea. Given that Dorito's stool isn't back to normal after from days, I do think he should see a vet today. This can be dehydrating to a kitten. Best of luck.
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