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My cat is acting weird, meowing in pain, and scratching a lot.

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Female | spayed | 12 years and 2 months old | 15 lbs

My cat, Baby, has in addition to tape worms (I think), has been acting VERY weird. She's making these weird meows like she's in pain & when I pet her after, she seems fine. She's also been scratching way MORE than usual (for her).

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on June 15th, 2019

It could be Baby is in pain, or she may be feeling sick. The scratching could be due to fleas, mites, or allergies. I'd have her seen by a vet on Monday. The vet can diagnose what is going on with her, and can treat her.

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