so my cat has been acting kinda off lately… she’s usually super playful, but now she’s just lying around all day. she’s also not eating as much and seems to be grooming way more than usual. idk if i should be worried or if this is just a phase. anyone else dealt with this?
yeah, sounds like something might be up. my cat stopped eating for a while, and it turned out he had a urinary tract problem. maybe check if she’s using the litter box normally?
Evren said:
yeah, sounds like something might be up. my cat stopped eating for a while, and it turned out he had a urinary tract problem. maybe check if she’s using the litter box normally?
hmm, i didn’t even think about that. she has been in and out of the litter box a lot but not really doing much. should i be worried?
@Scout
definitely. if she’s struggling to pee, it could be serious, especially if she’s a male cat. a blockage can be life-threatening.
@Scout
agreed. urinary issues can get bad fast. might be worth calling your vet just to be safe.
is her fur looking different? my cat stopped grooming properly when she wasn’t feeling well. her fur got all oily and matted.
Greer said:
is her fur looking different? my cat stopped grooming properly when she wasn’t feeling well. her fur got all oily and matted.
actually, yeah, her fur looks kinda messy even though she’s licking herself a lot. is that bad?
@Scout
could be a sign of stress or even skin issues. overgrooming sometimes means allergies or anxiety.
@Scout
or pain. cats groom more when they’re uncomfortable. you should check if she has bald spots or irritated skin.
has she lost or gained weight suddenly? weight changes can be a big sign of illness.
Suki said:
has she lost or gained weight suddenly? weight changes can be a big sign of illness.
i think she might’ve lost a little weight but it’s hard to tell. how do you check?
Suki said:
has she lost or gained weight suddenly? weight changes can be a big sign of illness.
i think she might’ve lost a little weight but it’s hard to tell. how do you check?
run your hands along her spine and ribs. if she feels bonier than usual, she’s probably lost weight.
Suki said:
has she lost or gained weight suddenly? weight changes can be a big sign of illness.
i think she might’ve lost a little weight but it’s hard to tell. how do you check?
yeah, and if you’re unsure, your vet can track it better over time.
also, check her gums! if they look pale or bluish, that’s a bad sign.
Finnian said:
also, check her gums! if they look pale or bluish, that’s a bad sign.
wait, what does gum color have to do with anything?
Finnian said:
also, check her gums! if they look pale or bluish, that’s a bad sign.
wait, what does gum color have to do with anything?
pale gums can mean anemia, bluish gums = lack of oxygen, red gums = overheating, and yellow gums could mean liver issues.
Finnian said:
also, check her gums! if they look pale or bluish, that’s a bad sign.
wait, what does gum color have to do with anything?
bad breath is another thing to watch for. if her breath is nasty, it might be a dental issue or even something more serious.