Question from
Diana Pacione
My cat has always been healthy, good looking fur and just healthy. We moved from NY to Florida Oct 2010 and she was doing fine, but I noticed this year she looks extremely thin. I watch her eat, and her urine and feces look normal. Her attitude and manors are still wonderful she seems to be happy. The last bit of information is FLEAS. I believe that both my cat and dog are infested. I have tried everything but frontline and will be ordering in the next couple of days. I dont have the money to bring them to the vet but could these nasty bugs effect my cats health in anyway?
Our Vet Says:
In the case of your cats I suspect a different condition might be responsible
for the weight loss. In cats over 10 years of age hyperthyroidism is a frequent
condition. The symptoms are: increased appetite and increased water intake
associated with weight loss. Also poor coat condition can be noted. The
condition can be diagnosed with a simple blood test and treatment is widely
available. Please take your cat to a regular check up at your local veterinary
clinic.