My cat won't eat or drink, is vomiting, and has a runny nose. Help!

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My cat won't eat or drink. His nose is running mucus and he is throwing up. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 7 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Poor Twilight! It sounds like he is feeling terrible. Just like people, there are many conditions that can make pets feel sick. This could range from a viral infection to kidney disease. Also like us, diseases are best addressed early and this may result in a better prognosis. I recommend to have him examined by the veterinarian today. The doctor will need to learn the underlying cause in order to give appropriate treatment. Bring in a stool sample in case the doctor needs to test it. Cats hide their illnesses until they are advanced so he has likely been sick longer than you may realize. Cats also won't eat if they can't smell the food and the mucus is likely preventing that. He will need to be treated in order to get the mucus to clear up so that he will hopefully start eating again. Dehydration can also set in quickly so have him examined. I hope Twilight starts feeling better quickly! Please feel free to post any additional questions!

My cat won't eat or drink, is vomiting, and has a runny nose. Help!

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