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My cat is sick and won't eat. What can I do to help her eat?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Asian | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 9 months old | 4.4 lbs

Respected vet,my 2 years old female cat not eating well for last couple of days, feels lethargic, her nose is bit dry,fur is bit erected, today drunk only water,we live in remote area ,so no doctor available, but we contacted a doctor and told him the condition and the doctor has prescribed zymopet ,we have given the cat but still she not eating. We are very much concerned. Can u please suggest anything (will be of great favour)??

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 3rd, 2020

Cats are very difficult to make eat; if they do not feel good. So, often times they won't eat no matter what. I suggest you try giving her some canned cat food - heat it up for a few minutes first. The warmth increases the aroma of the food and gets them more interested in eating. If that doesn't help you can try canned tunafish or human baby food in jars (meat flavors only). If she won't eat on her own you will have to force feed her. Please try to get a vet to see her as soon as possible.

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