Appetite Booster and Treatment of Underlying Disease Help Cat Gain Weight

Many conditions can cause loss of appetite, and each is treated differently.
Appetite Booster and Treatment of Underlying Disease Help Cat Gain Weight
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Q: Elmo, my elderly cat, is losing his appetite and getting thinner. A friend told me about a drug her veterinarian prescribed when her cat lost his appetite that helped him regain weight. What is the drug?

A: If Elmo is losing his appetite, it’s important to make an appointment with your veterinarian for a physical examination, lab work, and possibly X-rays or ultrasound to discover the reason for his lack of interest in food. Many conditions can cause loss of appetite, and each is treated differently.

Lee Pickett
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Lee Pickett, VMD, practices companion animal medicine in North Carolina. Contact her at AskTheVet.pet. Copyright 2024 Lee Pickett, VMD. Distributed by Creators.com