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My cat is meowing, bloated, and not eating after my trip. Is he okay?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Tonkinese | Male | neutered | 8 lbs

hi, i just got back from a 4 day trip and my cat is meowing a lot, he has been eating more dry food than he usually does since I was on a trip and when I tried to feed him tuna( his favorite food) he didn't eat all of it and he looks a little bloated. Is he okay? if not what should I do?

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Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on November 25th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It is not possible to know for sure if he is completely fine just based on this. Keep in mind that he may be more vocal just because of your arrival and eating more dry food and not wanting tuna may be just behavioral and not necessarily a bad thing. However, if you notice other signs such as vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy and/or inappetence, have him evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Best of luck!
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