Priority: Immediate

Overview

• This is an emergency.
• Contact your veterinarian or after-hours emergency care facility immediately.

Symptom Considerations

• Contact your veterinarian if your cat is losing weight without any change to diet or exercise.
• Conditions that prevent the body from using nutrients can cause weight loss.
• Common causes:
  • Diabetes, intestinal problems
  • Altered thyroid function
• Some questions to prepare for:
  • When did you first notice the weight loss?
  • Has your cat's activity level changed?
  • Has your cat's diet changed?
  • Does your cat have any other symptoms?
• Your cat may need:
  • Blood work
  • X-rays
  • Fecal examination

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