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My cat stopped eating and just smells food. Is he okay? What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | unneutered

My 1-2 year old cat Garfield doesn't want to eat.My 2 other cats just go and eat... It started a few days ago when he didn't eat much now he just smells the food and goes somewhere else. Is he ok? What do i have to do to make him eat?

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Answered By Daniel Fonza, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 3rd, 2018

Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to address your concern. Based on your description and the photos, I would recommend having Garfield examined by a veterinarian so that the most appropriate diagnostic and treatment recommendations can be made. His eyes look droopy and sunken in the photo which could indicate that he is dehydrated. I hope this helps guide you in the right direction. Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.

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