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My cat isn't eating, drooling, and has watery eyes. Is it serious?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 6 months old | 2.7 lbs

My cat is not eating. She tries to swallow the food, but drops. Saliva secretions occurs out of her mouth, but she can not bit the food. Water is coming out of her eyes constantly. Pls advice.

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Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on February 22nd, 2020

It's actually a medical emergency when cats do not eat. If they go long enough without eating, they develop a fatty liver which is fatal without treatment. Flora could have a severe dental problem preventing her from eating. Please take her into a vet now.
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