If you're a cat owner, you know that a cat can go jumping on everything one minute to lethargic the next. Figuring out if your cat is behaving normally or if it needs to see a veterinarian for cats can be a challenge. If your cat is showing two or more of these symptoms, call Sand Creek Animal Hospital in Albany, NY, as soon as possible.
Excessive Vomiting
All cats will throw up on occasion, but if your cat is doing it more often than once a day, it's time to be concerned.
Loss of Appetite
It's normal for a cat to eat a lot at one time of the day and very little later on. It can also be normal for some cats to reduce their food consumption by a small amount during certain times of the year. However, if your cat is eating less than half of what it normally eats, talk to the vet.
Increased Thirst or Appetite
If your cat seems to want to eat all the time, or if you notice it is drinking a lot more water than usual, this can be a sign of several different diseases. Mention this to your vet.
Lethargy
Catnaps are normal for the species, but your cat should also have times of the day when it is very active. If your cat doesn't seem to have the energy to play, you might need to be concerned. If your cat doesn't have the energy to eat, get an appointment with the vet office as soon as you can.
Contact Us Today
If you live in the Albany, NY, area and you need pet care for your cat, call Sand Creek Animal Hospital as soon as possible at (518) 446-9171. We'll be glad to help you make an appointment to see one of our skilled veterinarians.