My cat is suddenly acting strange and seems to be in pain. What's wrong?

He may have an injury or something stuck in his mouth that makes him painful and reluctant to eat. I strongly recommend getting him seen by a vet right away, even though he's feeling better. There may still be something that can be corrected to make him feel better, and if he has swallowed something he shouldn't have or injured his mouth by chewing something he may need veterinary care in order to heal completely.

That’s hard to say what’s going on with Blaze since he can’t talk and tell you how he feels. The fact that he growled at you could be significant for pain, exposure to drugs or extreme stress or anxiety. It does seem odd that he is just laying there with his eyes open. When pets behave abnormal, I always recommend to have them seen by the veterinarian to make sure that they are not in pain. I recommend to have Blaze seen by the veterinarian tonight ideally. The doctor will check his back, hips and bladder for any signs of pain. The doctor will also check his neurological reflexes for any abnormalities that could be related to drug exposure. The doctor may also recommend bloodwork to check his internal organs and make sure his kidneys are fine. I hope that it’s nothing serious and that he gets back to his regular self quickly. Please feel free to post any additional questions.

It definitely sounds like something is bothering Kavek. I would recommend taking him to a veterinarian to get evaluated. He may have an upset stomach or he may have hurt himself. Your veterinarian can perform a physical examination and see what/if any diagnostics are necessary to determine the cause. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Kermit is experiencing very general symptoms of disease, these symptoms could fit almost any internal condition, maybe he is suffering from nausea due to a gastrointestinal disease and maybe he is in pain, from the symptoms described it's very hard to know. i would recommend taking him to the vet as soon as possible in order to get him checked, if he doesn't show any other obvious symptoms during the examination, a blood test and possibly an ultrasound will be needed in order to try and find out what is wrong with Kermit.

Poor Guy! He certainly could be in pain or not feeling well. I would have your vet take a look at him. Your vet will be able to see if he has a fever, pain anywhere, and even run blood work if needed. A lot of outdoor cats will get into things they shouldnt and also can get into fights with other cats or animals and develop abscesses that can be difficult for you to see. I hope this helps and he starts feeling better.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I am sorry to hear that Kneads is not feeling well. Being in a hunched over position usually signals abdominal discomfort. Not drinking water is concerning because cats can get dehydrated very quickly if not drinking. Possibilities at this point include pancreatitis, gastroenteritis, among many other possibilities. Eating the mole is unlikely to be playing a factor though it could be. I highly recommend that you have Kneads evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. They would be able to check for these possibilities and treat accordingly. Good luck and have a great day!

Poor kitty! If you were noticing a sensitivity with his mouth, that could indicate a tooth infection, a foreign body stuck in the gums or jaw pain in general. I recommend to try to get him seen today if possible by his veterinarian. It is very important to address bad teeth as they can lead to bone loss and other forms of permanent damage. Offer him kibble that has been soaked in warm water or canned food as the softer food will be easier to eat until his issue is resolved. I hope this is helpful and please feel free to post any additional questions.