Persian Cat Not Eating, Drinking, and Only Sleeping: Causes and Solutions
If your Persian cat isn't eating, drinking, and is only sleeping, it's often due to reasons like catching a cold, experiencing low mood, suffering from gastroenteritis, or potentially having feline panleukopenia (cat distemper). Owners need to carefully assess the situation to determine the underlying cause. Possible Causes of Lethargy in Persian Cats 1. Common Cold A sudden loss of appetite coupled with excessive sleeping in cats might indicate a cold. You may also notice symptoms like a dry or unusually wet nose and abnormal body temperature. Take your cat's temperature to check. If it has a cold, administer cat-specific cold medicine and keep it warm. 2. Low Mood and Depression A depressed mood can also lead to a loss of appetite and increased sleepiness. This might result from a lack of interaction with the owner, neglecting the cat's emotional needs, or suddenly scolding your cat. Spend time cuddling and petting your cat, and offer some treats it enjoys. 3. Gastroe...