Gradual weight loss in cats........

Question

My 4 yr old DSH has lost 2.75lbs during the past 2 years. A neighbor commented yesterday that Avery has lost "a lot of weight". I took her to her vet today and he commented that her fat stores are "ok", but she has lost muscle mass. He took a full body x-ray and drew blood for a blood chemistry panel. I'm panic stricken!! Avery shows no symptoms of illness.... appetite is normal, no vomitting, nothing...... my only thought is that my other cat is a bit of a nuisance to Avery..... Zoey "bugs" the h3ll out of Avery...they eat together, use the same litter box...always have. Separate them and both cats get stressed. I've offered separate litter boxes, but they always insist upon sharing. I'm terrified...does anyone have experience with this?

Answer 1

I do not think it is a problem that they share a litter box or food

I also do not think that it appropiate to guess as to what is wrong. Reading the guesses can only scare you and won't be accurate anyway. You already have had the tests and the blood panel. Results should be in tomorrow. Let is know what is going on. Positive vibes for you and yours

Answer 2

I would wait to worry to much until the lab work comes back- I would be sure that they checked for kidney and liver issues, diabetes, and a thyroid issue.

I'd also ask the vet how the joints are- if your kitty has sore joints she might be moving less- so muscle wasting may occur

Answer 3

read this link

http://www.gomestic.com/Pets/Big-Cat-Lit...

also this one

http://www.gomestic.com/Pets/What-is-in-...

I beleive at least one link WILL help you, if not both.