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My new cat has diarrhea and won't eat after medication. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 1 year and 2 months old | 11 lbs

I got a cat from the SPCA two weeks ago and he has had diarrhea that was not fixed by a course of Metrodinazole. He is better but really not eating enough at all.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 9th, 2019

Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question about Haboob. Congrats on your new cat, but I'm sorry he has diarrhea! It is a bit concerning that he's really not eating enough, and if he's had diarrhea for a few weeks, that would make him feel pretty awful and lead to a decrease in appetite. Given that the Metronidazole didn't fix the diarrhea and he's having a decrease in appetite, I think taking him into the vet again would be best. I'd have him seen today or tomorrow. I hope this helps!

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