Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo
  • Two Easy Ways to Start Earning Rewards!

    rewards header
    Become a member today!
    Members-only pricing and offers, personalized care notifications, Vital Care points back on every purchase and more!
    Petco Pay LogoBecome a credit card member today!

    Earn 2X Pals Rewards points at Petco
    when you use Petco Pay!

    APPLY NOW
    Learn More About Petco Pay Benefits

My 6-month kitten is lethargic, not eating after vet. What to do?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Russian Blue | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 6 months old | 4.6 lbs

Hi! My little 6 month old kitten has not eaten in 3 days, and has drank little water. She’s pretty lathragic. She was vomiting but that stopped after we took her to the vet. The vet gave her anti nausea medicine and fluids under the skin. We took her there last night, but she is still refusing to eat. She did not have a fever last night and the vet did not feel anything hard in her stomach. We are defeated and are not sure what to do. Is there anything you’d suggest we try? Please.

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Stephanie Echols, DVM

Answered By Stephanie Echols, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 19th, 2017

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. I am sorry to hear Zoey isn’t feeling well. I recommend taking her back to the vet for diagnostics- blood work and radiographs- and more aggressive treatment. It sounds like testing hasn’t been done yet and the fluids and anti nausea meds haven’t helped. Cats cannot go very many days without eating and forcing them to eat can make things worse. Good luck and kisses to Zoey!
Vote Icon1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

Smart Picks for Smart Questions

Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Share

Styled arrow button