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Is my cat's 3-day sickness, not eating, vomiting, fever an emergency?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | 70 lbs

My cat has been ill for 3 days. She is not eating anything. His mouth is watering. And a day before he vomited. And he also has a slight fever.

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Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 21st, 2020

This is a medical emergency and Mussi has to see a vet now. You cannot treat this at home, she is in danger of developing a fatty liver from not eating anything for three days. A fatty liver is fatal without treatment. Please take her into a vet immediately.
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  • Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on January 4th, 2019

    You have to take Squeaky into a vet now. It's a medical emergency when a cat doesn't eat for three days, as they will develop a fatty liver. A fatty liver is fatal without treatment. This is not something that you can use a home remedy for, you must take her into a vet immediately.

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