Why has my cat stopped eating fish?

Cats can develop a food sensitivity/allergy even after years of eating the same food. If he started feeling bad from eating the wet food, he probably simply developed an aversion to it, assuming all wet food would make him feel sick. So he wants something different.

Is wet food with fish bad for cats?

There is no evidence to suggest that feeding fish-flavored canned food is harmful to kittens or adult cats- we know because we looked! The idea that fish-flavored food can cause stomach upset in cats or kittens is somewhat widespread but when we tried to find any facts supporting this, we came up empty.

Are cats okay with eating the same thing everyday?

Some cats definitely do better when they eat the same thing every day. Reasons can vary from diet-responsive health problems like inflammatory bowel disease or food allergies, to a more generic “sensitive stomach” that rebels to change, to extreme finickiness.

What do you do when your cat won’t eat wet food?

If you find your cat won’t eat wet food, start by introducing a small amount first by mixing it with your cat’s dry food. Then, slowly increase the ratio of wet to dry until your cat is eating all wet food. Try adding in some warm water to dilute the wet food and to give it an easier to chew consistency.

Can cats have fish allergy?

An animal cannot develop an allergy to a food that it has not been exposed to. The foods most commonly associated with food allergies in cats include beef, fish, chicken, and dairy products.

Why is my cat not eating wet food anymore?

If your cat is not eating wet food anymore it could be sick or not interested in that brand anymore. Alternatively, it could even be as simple as an unclean cat bowl, or a change of environment making her feel unsettled. So as you can see there are a few different reasons why your cat has gone off her wet food. Some are not as obvious as others.

What do you feed a cat that refuses to eat?

To feed a cat that refuses to eat. If you are not using wet food try this first. If you already feeding her wet food, try heating the food first to see if this makes it more interesting for her. Failing that, try to add some fish oil, eggs, or some broth.

What happens if a cat eats fish?

When cats eat a diet that consists primarily of raw fish (not commercially prepared foods that contain fish), they are at risk for developing thiamine deficiency. Symptoms include a loss of appetite, seizures, and possibly death.

What happens if a cat stops eating for a week?

If you have an obese cat that’s stopped eating, it can quickly develop hepatic lipidosis by going without food for a few days.