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My 9 yr old male cat stopped eating for 2 days. To make sure he wasn't just being finicky I tried different cat food and also human food. He only ate a couple bites but generally not interested. Day 3 he ate about half of this food and now day 4 he ate most of it. His litter box was normal but a little smellier than usual. The only recent events was administration of Revolution and he ate a lizard a week prior. He just had his annual checkup. Does he need to be seen again?

My 9 yr old male cat stopped eating for 2 days. To make sure he wasn't just being finicky I tried different cat food and also human food. He only ate a couple bites but generally not interested. Day 3 he ate about half of this food and now day 4 he ate most of it. His litter box was normal but a little smellier than usual. The only recent events was administration of Revolution and he ate a lizard a week prior. He just had his annual checkup. Does he need to be seen again?

Updated On September 25th, 2017

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | neutered | 12 lbs

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Answered By Rodrigo Roca, DVM

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Hello, sorry to hear about Tux. If he is doing better then perhaps he could continue to be watched at home. However, if he starts to have a decreased appetite and lethargy again, or if he develops any vomiting or diarrhea then Tux should be seen by a veterinarian. There is a liver fluke that cats can get from eating lizards but this is only common in other parts of the world sick as Asia and Eastern Europe. Best of luck and hope this helps!

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    Answered By Daniel Fonza, DVM

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    Hi there and thank you for using Pet Coach! If Tux has been gradually improving with his appetite, I would not be too concerned as it sounds as though whatever was causing problems has begun to resolve. If he continues to have a diminished appetite or worsens, I would have Tux examined by his veterinarian and have blood work checked to start with. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. I am also available by text or phone consultation if needed.

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