I have cat that hasn't eaten, drunk water or pooped in three days. Why is that?

I agree with you that a couple people didn't bother reading what you were really asking here! But the bottom line is that the anorexia, combined with behavior changes, really does mean she needs a vet check. The list of things that could be causing this is long and most are not serious. But like anything else, it can get that way if untreated.

In other words, it may be a mistake to assume this is related to the trapping. It sounds like she was really young when you started this, and she's familiar with you, so the process should have gone a bit quicker.

One thing to try: Boil some rice with extra water in it (because you're correct about the dehydration). Then get some tuna in water and put about 1/3 a can in the rice along with some of the tuna water. If this tempts her, maybe keep doing it. It's high in water and few cats will resist it. But I still say I'd want her vet checked :)

I know you have been trying to socialize this kitten but the fact is cats don't come "automatically domestic" if they are not handled within a 6 weeks of birth they will always be pretty wild. Considering you now have a wild animal in your house the following is happening to your little friend.

She is in social shock and likely scared to death. She is a wild animal and has never been in a house or trapped or forced to be a pet against her wishes before. When in shock cats can go days without eating, drinking or pooping. The trouble is that if she doesn't start at least drinking in a day or so she will become dehydrated and very sick. Because she is feral she will not do well with being force-fed or treated and trying will only stress her out more.

I don't mean to be a wet blanket but you might have made a mistake automatically bringing her straight into the house. If you had a garage or something where she come come and go that would be better. Honestly, I know you are trying to do the best for your friend, but she is a wild animal and will never be really domestic or happy confined in a house; you started handling her too late in her life. Personally I would free her to join her wild family again. she will start eating and drinking once she is happy and comfortable again.

if she is not lethargic and is acting fine other than her obvious distress there is probably no medical reason for this other than stress. i would say she has probably been drinking from another source of water such as a fishbowl or the toilet if she has free run of the house. if you are trying to tame her i would suggest keeping her confined to one quiet room in the house for at least a week so you can really monitor her eating and drinking. if you can hold her you can test for dehydration by pinching her skin. if the skin springs back right away then she is fine but if it takes a while she is dehydrated. if she seems sick or poorly take her to the vet to get checked out. but she may just need a little time to calm down before she feels comfortable enough to eat and drink. if you are going to keep her as a pet i would suggest taking her to the vet anyway for a check up once she has calmed down a little. also a little trick that may entice her to drink is to mix kitten milk or lactose free milk with some water to make it tasty. you can pick up lactose free milk from the supermarket for a couple of dollars.

i have also adopted a stray cat who i named skinny for obvious reasons and went through a similar thing with her. 3 months on and she is anything but skinny! i know i dont need to tell you that the responsible thing to do is to eventually have her desexed so that you are not contributing to the problem of unwanted kittens. u sound like a really great person for giving this cat a chance :)

I am really sorry that your cat is so sick. My heart goes out to you and everyone who has a pet suffering because Menu foods or whatever it is called decided to cut corners. I hope he is going to be better. I also have a cat--Mr. Kitty--that I am keeping an eye on because he threw up last night after eating Whiskas. However, that is not on the list and tonight my husband said he thinks he may have given him too much. Being a neutered male, he will eat until he drops, if you let him! I just hope he is ok. I am so angry that this has happened to so many cats and dogs. There is just no excuse for it. And even if they don't get sick from the food, the stress of not having the food they love is making them and their owners ill. None of us , or our pets deserve this. It is beginning to sound like a good class action litigation is in order. Anyway. I hope you will keep us posted on how your cat is doing, because you sound like a good and loving pet parent.

Cats are like people too. they get stressed as well. Moving into a new place can be kinda scary for anybody. when we get stressed sometimes we dont want to eat. Now for me I've noticed cats can be picky about what they eat. my male cat likes fish canned food but he likes dry food much more my female cat is the opposite. Now with the water problem I know that the filter system people use to make water drink able might not be favorable to cats. I know this because my female cat likes rain water I seriously catch her drinking puddles of water all the time even though I have a bowl of water sitting for her she chooses the rain water. and the food problem well you kitty might not like the flavor your giving her. and because she sounds stressed out from moving around I'd stoke her back and give her lots of play time. Stuff liek that will likely get the stress off her mind. hope it helps

She does need to see a vet but she is going through the acclimation period. Going into a new home can be stressful. There is a sav you can buy kitties for stress, she will only need it for awhile. She will eat and she may be drinking when you are not looking, hopefully. Best of Luck and Kudos to you for taking care of her and her extended family. Get her fixed : ) Happy Tails, KerryK. www.whiskerwall.com

You've trapped a feral kitten, and you don't understand that she's wanting to go back outside to her family? You've got a long road ahead of you if you actually intend to keep her. She may never get over being shy and hiding from you. Is that the kind of pet you want?

And if she, excuse me, when she bolts out the door and runs off, chances are that will be the last time you see her.

If you want a cat, hon. Please, go to your nearest shelter.

She needs a vet visit, three days causes serious problems if not eating or drinking! She is scared to death, and needs calming, needs the nails clipped, and needs lots of love and patience.

I would take her to the vet. If she hasn't drank eaten or pooped something isnt right....

TAKE HER BACK TO WHERE YOU TRAPPED HER AND LET HER LOOSE AND TAKE THE FOOD AND WATER -----YOU WILL HAVE TO BUILD A STRONGER BOND WITH THE CAT BEFORE IT WILL TAKE TO YOU AND YOU CAN BRING IT BACK HOME