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My cat fought, now hiding, whimpering, not eating. Is she hurt?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Ragdoll | Female | spayed | 15 lbs

4yr old ragdoll. Frost got into a scuffle with her brother. It's been a few hours and she's isolated herself. Has not eaten - she loves her dry food and treats and shows no interest. No open wounds to be seen. She's curled up tightly in a ball and whimpers/cries out softly when picked up. She can walk fine from what I can see. I'm not sure what this is or if she got hurt.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on September 5th, 2019

Frost may be shaken from the scuffle. I'd leave her be for now, it's not too serious she hasn't eaten in a few hours. She may be painful, so if she is still acting this way in the morning, have her seen by a vet. Best of luck.

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