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Why is my cat thirsty and losing weight?

Why is my cat thirsty and losing weight?

Most cats that develop diabetes mellitus are older than 5 years of age, males are more likely to become diabetic than females, and most are overweight. Signs of diabetes in cats other than increased drinking and urination include increased appetite, weight loss, an abnormal hair coat, or hind limb weakness.

Why is my cat loosing weight and drinking more water?

Hi Dr. Debra, I have two 14-year-old cats. But the boy seems too be sicker that the girl cat. He is old and losing weight. I can tell because they both are VERY BIG cats. I can now feel his spine. They both seem to be drinking a lot of water.

Why does my cat not want to eat or drink?

Intestinal parasites: Intestinal parasites, or worms, may also be the cause of weight loss. Worms also cause diarrhea, bloating and vomiting. Dental problems: If your cat has inflamed gums, bad breath and signs of decay on its teeth, it may have a painful dental disease that is causing it to not want to eat.

Why is my senior cat losing by still eating?

1 Hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism is one of the more common reasons that a cat will lose weight especially when they get into their senior years. 2 Diabetes. Another cause for an older cat to lose weight is feline diabetes. 3 Dental Problems. Bad teeth can lead to all sorts of problems in cats. 4 Organ Failure. 5 Cancer. …

Can a cat with diabetes lose its appetite?

Without treatment, your cat can experience weight loss and loss of appetite. Vomiting, dehydration and depression can also by symptoms of diabetes. Once diagnosed, feline diabetes is treatable.

Hi Dr. Debra, I have two 14-year-old cats. But the boy seems too be sicker that the girl cat. He is old and losing weight. I can tell because they both are VERY BIG cats. I can now feel his spine. They both seem to be drinking a lot of water.

What causes a cat to stop eating and losing weight?

Other symptoms tend to include loss of appetite, lethargy, and hiding. On the other end of the “scary spectrum,” sore teeth may cause a cat to stop eating, resulting in weight loss. Other signs of tooth problems include drooling and pawing at the mouth. A tooth extraction may be all that’s needed to get your kitty back to their old self.

Intestinal parasites: Intestinal parasites, or worms, may also be the cause of weight loss. Worms also cause diarrhea, bloating and vomiting. Dental problems: If your cat has inflamed gums, bad breath and signs of decay on its teeth, it may have a painful dental disease that is causing it to not want to eat.

How can you tell if your cat is losing weight?

It’s not always easy to detect weight loss in your cat. The fluff of fur covering most cats can serve as camouflage for weight loss until there is a big change. Unintentional weight loss in cats can be a cause for concern.