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My senior cat lost a tooth. Does she need an emergency vet visit?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 13 years and 7 months old | 20 lbs

Hello! My senior cat’s canine tooth fell out over the weekend, is this something that can wait a few days until we can get her to the vet?

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Answered By David Darvishian

Veterinarian

Published on July 12th, 2020

Hello and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Sorry to hear that about Mitty. If she is acting normal (eating, drinking, playing, eliminating normally) I think you are ok to wait until your vet is open. If she won't eat and drink you should find a vet that is open and have her evaluated. Most times these situations are not emergencies unless the owner has a show dog or cat. Thank you again and good luck.

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